Tuesday’s meeting of Allen County commissioners covered a scattershot list of topics, including budgets, grant opportunities, internet security and the acute need for Meals on Wheels volunteers. Following a discussion of the tax lid and…

Allen County Commissioner Bruce Symes still holds a nine-vote lead over challenger John Brocker in their primary election race. Brocker is vying for Symes’ seat on the County Commission. Both are Republicans. The winner is…

This November’s election was already shaping up to be a momentous one. Now there’s one more reason to cast your ballot. Allen County voters will have a say in loosening the county’s liquor laws. Commissioners…

Allen Countians may soon be asked to vote on loosening the county’s alcohol laws. Paul Cloutier of A Bolder Humboldt asked county commissioners Tuesday to consider adding a resolution to the general election ballot, that…

Following the application by several local businesses for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG-CV) funds, commissioners approved moving forward with disbursement. The county was recently awarded $132,000 from the Kansas Department of Commerce to help with…

A profile of Gene Weatherbie, one of three candidates seeking a seat on the Allen County Commission, incorrectly reported the number of his grandchildren. Weatherbie has two grandkids, with another on the way. We regret…

David Lee points to a confluence of factors that convinced him to run for a seat on the Allen County Commission: First, he has a desire to serve the community, whether it be a 34-year…

Allen County must adapt to grow, Craig Mentzer contends.  The changing times, particularly with broadband internet access, have placed previously unforeseen demands on Allen Countians — especially for farmers. “We’ve seen evolution,” notes Mentzer, one…

Gene Weatherbie fully admits he’s not well acquainted with the ins and outs of parliamentary procedure, open meetings records and other intricacies associated with being a county commissioner. “It’s all new to me,” he said.…

Despite the continued presence of residents in opposition to Gov. Laura Kelly’s mask mandate, Allen County commissioner Bill King held fast to his commitment to follow the advice of health professionals in upholding the order.…