Harvey County News
The NWS has issued a Tornado Watch in effect for Harvey County until 11:00pm this evening. Please continue to monitor our social media for updates as well as our partners at www.weather.gov/ict.Photos from Harvey County Emergency Management's post
Harvey County is included in a tornado watch that continues through 11 p.m. Please stay weather aware this evening, and have ways to stay updated as conditions change.
While spring cleaning is on many to-do lists right now, the Department on Aging wants to remind older adults and caregivers that now is a great time to declutter wallets, billfolds and purses - and in turn, helping prevent scams and fraud.
There are lots of identifying items that are best left at home: a Medicare card, Social Security card, passport, birth certificate, lists with passwords, and considering if you need to take multiple credit cards or a checkbook on a particular trip. Scammers that come across identifying info from those items can turn them into synthetic identities to use for their own gain. Often, these tactics target older adults.
It's good advice for anyone to give their wallet an update from time to time, and especially so for older adults. Caregivers should talk to their care recipient about good practices for what to keep and what not to keep in their wallet. For more advice on best practices, contact the Department on Aging at 316-284-6880.While spring cleaning is on many to-do lists right now, the Department on Aging wants to remind older adults and caregivers that now is a great time to declutter wallets, billfolds and purses - and in turn, helping prevent scams and fraud.
There are lots of identifying items that are best left at home: a Medicare card, Social Security card, passport, birth certificate, lists with passwords, and considering if you need to take multiple credit cards or a checkbook on a particular trip. Scammers that come across identifying info from those items can turn them into synthetic identities to use for their own gain. Often, these tactics target older adults.
It's good advice for anyone to give their wallet an update from time to time, and especially so for older adults. Caregivers should talk to their care recipient about good practices for what to keep and what not to keep in their wallet. For more advice on best practices, contact the Department on Aging at 316-284-6880.
Another round of storms are possible for Harvey County beginning this afternoon (Tue) and lasting until Wednesday. Areas of concern are high winds with speeds up to 70mph, hail and possible flooding due to heavy rains.
Do you know how hail is measured, or the damage it can do? What about the power of water flowing across the roadway? Here are just a few examples of both.
We will continue to monitor the situation and update our social media as changes become available, also join our partners NWS Wichita at www.weather.gov/ict/ for updates as well.Photos from Harvey County Emergency Management's post
Early in-person voting begins today for the Halstead USD 440 special bond election. Voters in the district can come by the Clerk's Office in the Harvey County Courthouse to cast their ballot Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Early voting will conclude May 13 at noon. After that, the poll site at the Halstead High School gym will be open for Election Day, May 14, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Early in-person voting begins today for the Halstead USD 440 special bond election. Voters in the district can come by the Clerk's Office in the Harvey County Courthouse to cast their ballot Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Early voting will conclude May 13 at noon. After that, the poll site at the Halstead High School gym will be open for Election Day, May 14, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Thank you to everyone that came by the Sheriff's Office this past Saturday to help with National Prescription Drug Take Back Day despite the stormy weather. You helped us collect 108 pounds of medications for proper disposal, which makes for 108 pounds of medications prevented from being lost, stolen or misused.
Drug Take Back Day is held twice each year. It'll roll back around in the fall. This was the 26th Drug Take Back Day - nearly 18 million pounds of medications have been collected through the program nationally over the years.Thank you to everyone that came by the Sheriff's Office this past Saturday to help with National Prescription Drug Take Back Day despite the stormy weather. You helped us collect 108 pounds of medications for proper disposal, which makes for 108 pounds of medications prevented from being lost, stolen or misused.
Drug Take Back Day is held twice each year. It'll roll back around in the fall. This was the 26th Drug Take Back Day - nearly 18 million pounds of medications have been collected through the program nationally over the years.
Newton Open Streets aims to bring community together
Newton Open Streets aims to bring community together
Newton Open Streets aims to bring community together
The goal of Newton Open Streets was to bring the community together.Come celebrate 10 years of the Healthy Harvey Coalition at Newton OPEN STREETS NOW till 5:00PM in downtown Newton. There's plenty of time to join the fun!!Come celebrate 10 years of the Healthy Harvey Coalition at Newton OPEN STREETS NOW till 5:00PM in downtown Newton. There's plenty of time to join the fun!!
Help the cows get to their home! We don't need them finding their way to NEWTON OPEN STREETS today.Don't have a cow, but these three beauties are on the loose and on the moo-o-o-ve. Our deputies are out working the ranch we all know as Harvey County and came across this trio up to no good.
This crew has hoofed it over to around Northwest 96th Street and North Willow Lake Road in the northwest part of the county, and were spotted just southeast of that area yesterday. Two of the three have black ear tags that say "SB."
We've probably milked this post dry of cow jokes, so if these are your cattle or you know whose they might be, please get in touch with us through dispatch (911).
Don't have a cow, but these three beauties are on the loose and on the moo-o-o-ve. Our deputies are out working the ranch we all know as Harvey County and came across this trio up to no good.
This crew has hoofed it over to around Northwest 96th Street and North Willow Lake Road in the northwest part of the county, and were spotted just southeast of that area yesterday. Two of the three have black ear tags that say "SB."
We've probably milked this post dry of cow jokes, so if these are your cattle or you know whose they might be, please get in touch with us through dispatch (911).Don't have a cow, but these three beauties are on the loose and on the moo-o-o-ve. Our deputies are out working the ranch we all know as Harvey County and came across this trio up to no good.
This crew has hoofed it over to around Northwest 96th Street and North Willow Lake Road in the northwest part of the county, and were spotted just southeast of that area yesterday. Two of the three have black ear tags that say "SB."
We've probably milked this post dry of cow jokes, so if these are your cattle or you know whose they might be, please get in touch with us through dispatch (911).
Photos from Carriage Factory Art Gallery's postPhotos from Carriage Factory Art Gallery's post
Vaccines are among the most successful and cost-effective public health tools available for preventing disease and death. Vaccines help protect both individuals and communities by preventing and reducing the spread of infectious diseases.
Giving babies the recommended vaccinations by age two is the best way to protect them from 14 serious childhood diseases, like whooping cough (pertussis) and measles. Learn more: bit.ly/3elYGlc
Bring your bike or scooters and try the bike RODEO at NEWTON OPEN STREETS! Open till 5:00PM. 5th - 7th Streets east of Main St.
#BCBSKSPathways #kdhecdrrBike rodeo for all ages and skills! #bcbskspathways #kdhecdrr #healthyks
The National Weather Service has cancelled the Tornado Watch which was issued for Harvey County. However, storms do remain in the area and surrounding counties so please stay weather aware as these storms could still produce high winds, heavy rain and hail.
As the storms continue to roll across Harvey County, the tornado watch is still in effect till 7:00pm this evening. If necessary do you know where to go within your home or business to stay safe during a tornado? www.weather.gov has shared this information to help you make the best decision possible to stay safe. If you are in a mobile home, or stuck driving the roads please find a nearby shelter in advance so you will be ready to go and keep you and your loved ones safe.
Photos from US National Weather Service Wichita Kansas's postPhotos from US National Weather Service Wichita Kansas's post
A reminder that the lake at East Park remains under a harmful algal bloom warning, which means a harmful algal bloom is present or expected. East Park remains open, but swim beach areas are closed, and motorized boating is not allowed.
Please follow these recommendations if you visit East Park:
▪️ Avoid all contact with lake water
▪️ Inhalation of spray or aerosols may be harmful
▪️ Do not let pets eat dried algae or drink contaminated water
▪️ Swimming, skiing, jet skiing and wading are not allowed
▪️ Motorized boating is not allowed
▪️ Canoeing, kayaking and fishing are allowed
▪️ If fish are caught for consumption, clean well with potable water and eat only the fillet portion.
The warning only includes the lake at East Park. Other areas of the park remain open and accessible. West Park and Camp Hawk are open to all regular activities.
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment uses three categories to classify harmful algal bloom notices: watch, warning and hazard. When there is a change in status, we will share that information here and on our website.
For more info from the KDHE on harmful algal blooms: www.kdhe.ks.gov/777/Harmful-Algal-Blooms
Newton Open Streets is coming up this Sunday, celebrating 10 years of the Healthy Harvey Coalition!
More info on the event page: fb.me/e/1W3YwRQCIHere's a closer look at Newton OPEN STREETS. So much going on from 1-5PM on this Sunday, April 28.
Sheriff Chad Gay casually mentioned that Saturday will mark 30 years for him as a law enforcement officer. Of course, we needed a picture for comparison, so we used our sources to find this one from his early days with the Newton Police Department to now. Is today the last day Chad allows us to use the Facebook page? Maybe! If so, it's been fun 😅.
What else was going on in 1994? Forrest Gump and The Lion King were leading the box office, Amazon was founded, smartphones began to be sold, and fittingly, Seinfeld was the top TV show (Chad may say a "serenity now" or two after this post).
Congrats, Chad, on reaching a terrific milestone in law enforcement!Sheriff Chad Gay casually mentioned that Saturday will mark 30 years for him as a law enforcement officer. Of course, we needed a picture for comparison, so we used our sources to find this one from his early days with the Newton Police Department to now. Is today the last day Chad allows us to use the Facebook page? Maybe! If so, it's been fun 😅.
What else was going on in 1994? Forrest Gump and The Lion King were leading the box office, Amazon was founded, smartphones began to be sold, and fittingly, Seinfeld was the top TV show (Chad may say a "serenity now" or two after this post).
Congrats, Chad, on reaching a terrific milestone in law enforcement!
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Voting information for 2024 presidential preference primary
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Welcome to Harvey County
Nearly 35,000 residents call Harvey County home. The county landscape pairs picturesque country living with vibrant downtown shopping centers. Harvey County serves the cities of Burrton, Halstead, Hesston, Newton, North Newton, Sedgwick, and Walton, as well as 15 townships.
Harvey County is home to a bustling airport and train service, innovative economic leaders, sprawling parks, and welcoming school districts. Food and entertainment opportunities abound, with even more amenities within a short driving distance to our friendly neighboring counties.
Events Schedule
Apr 30 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
May 6 |
May 7 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
May 7 Planning and Zoning Board Meeting @ 7:00 PM |
May 10 Second-half taxes due @ 5:00 PM |
May 13 Parks Advisory Board Meeting @ 7:00 PM |
May 14 |
May 14 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
May 21 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
May 27 Memorial Day (county facilities closed) @ 12:00 AM |
May 28 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
May 28 Department Budget Hearings @ 11:00 AM |
May 29 Department Budget Hearings @ 9:00 AM |
May 30 Department Budget Hearings @ 9:00 AM |
Jun 3 Election Candidate Filing Deadline @ 12:00 PM |
Jun 3 |
Jun 4 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Jun 4 Planning and Zoning Board Meeting @ 7:00 PM |
Jun 5 Healthy Harvey Coalition Meeting @ 12:00 PM |
Jun 11 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Events Calendar
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