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Harvey County ranks 58th highest in Kansas for per capita government transfer income at $11,925 in 2022

In 2022, residents of Harvey County received an average of $11,925 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 48th lowest in Kansas.

By North Wichita News | Mar 10, 2025

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Harvey County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.8% of income in 2022

By North Wichita News | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.8% of income in Harvey County, providing an average of $911 per capita to residents.

Pouch running for seat on Harvey County Commission

By North Wichita News | Jul 29, 2024

Kevin Pouch is seeking the Republican nomination to represent District 3 for a four-year term. The primary election will be held on August 6.

Harvey County Commission hopeful Gormley running for commission seat

By North Wichita News | Jul 26, 2024

Lance Gormley is seeking the Republican nomination to represent District 2 for a four-year term. The primary election will be held on August 6.

The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Harvey County in 2021

By North Wichita News | Feb 28, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Harvey County received $12.2 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Sedgwick County rise or fall in 2021?

By North Wichita News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Sedgwick County received $19.8 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Harvey County farmers in 2021 reached $10,737,238

By North Wichita News | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Harvey County received $10,737,238 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

How much did farmers in Sedgwick County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By North Wichita News | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Sedgwick County received $24,573,680 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Harvey County Health Department announces to Staying safe DURING a tornado

By North Wichita News Reports | Apr 3, 2023

Staying safe DURING a tornado...

Harvey County Health Department announces to STORE IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS IN A SECURE LOCATION

By North Wichita News Reports | Apr 3, 2023

Storm weather tip...STORE IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS IN A SECURE LOCATION

City of North Newton host Spring Clean Up Week, on April 17-21, 2023

Just a reminder to North Newton residents-- the burning of leaves, grass, tree trimmings, trash, etc. is prohibited at all times by ordinance.

Valley Center City host Council Meeting on April 18, 2023

Valley Center City Council Meeting Tuesday, April 18, 2023

City of Valley Center host Planning and Zoning Board Meeting on April 25, 2023

Planning and Zoning Board Meeting Tuesday, April 25, 2023

Valley Center City host Council Meeting on May 2, 2023

Valley Center City Council Meeting Tuesday, May 2, 2023

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Harvey County Park host "Every dog has its day at East Park"

Every dog has its day at East Park. We're excited to debut our new Pet Swim Park at East, providing a dedicated area for our local hot dogs to cool off during the dog days of summer.

Harvey County Heath Department announces Poison Pro Tip

Did you know that Poison Control Centers are not just for emergency situations ?

City of Halstead announces The Halstead Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament is back

The Halstead Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament is back this spring and is open to all who wish to play.

City of Maize announces City Administrator Richard LaMunyon to Retire at End of 2023

Mayor Pat Stivers today announced that Maize City Administrator, Richard LaMunyon, has informed the City Council of his intention to retire from his duties at the end of December 2023, after 23 years of service.

City of Bel Aire host Bel Aire Lions Club on April 12, 2023