WyCo Cities Awarded $1 Million Grant to Improve Road Safety Published on July 09, 2024 The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas (UG), in collaboration with the City of Bonner Springs and the City of Edwardsville, was awarded a $1 million Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant to create a countywide Vision Zero Action Plan. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Events & Activities, Infrastructure, Media Releases
WyCo World Cup Readiness Taskforce Needs Your Input Published on June 20, 2024 As we gear up for the 2026 World Cup, the WyCo World Cup Readiness Taskforce formed last year wants to hear from you. This committee is chaired by Visit KCK Executive Director, Alan Carr and Co-Chaired by County Administrator, David Johnston. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities
Over 150 Youth Gain Skills at KCKPD Tackling Conflict Football Camp Published on June 11, 2024 KCKPD and the Police Athletic League held the 3rd Annual Tackling Conflict Together Football Camp for youth ages 8-18 on June 8th at Bishop Ward High School. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Events & Activities, Health & Lifestyle
2024 Spring / Summer Parks & Recreation Guide Now Available Published on June 10, 2024 As the weather continues to heat up and the days are getting longer – it’s time to get outside and enjoy the sunshine – and Wyandotte County Parks & Recreation is here to help! Check out the 2024 Spring/ Summer Recreation Guide. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Health & Lifestyle
Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Event, May 18 Published on May 16, 2024 This free event helps residents dispose of unwanted items like paint, oil, and tires. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Public Works, Trash & Recycling
Dance the Day Away at this Year's Sock Hop Celebration Published on May 07, 2024 The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas is excited to observe and honor the month of “May” as Older Americans Month. In aligning with this year’s theme, the Wyandotte/ Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging and Disability Resource Center will be hosting a 1950’s style Sock hop Dance Celebration on Thursday, May 23 from 11AM to 2PM at the George Meyn Community Center Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Health & Lifestyle, Honors & Celebration
3rd Annual Career Expo to Highlight Range of UG Opportunities Published on April 23, 2024 This Thursday, April 25, 2024, from 4-7PM, the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas (UG) will host the annual career expo at Memorial Hall at 600 N. 7th Street, KCK, KS 66101 for all positions. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Media Releases, Open House
UG to Host Homeowner Resource Fair Published on March 20, 2024 The UG is excited to host its first annual Homeowner Resource Fair on Monday, March 25 from 5PM to 8PM in the lobby and commission chambers of the Municipal Building (701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas 66101). Open to the public, homeowners from across Wyandotte County are encouraged to attend to learn more. Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy, Community Safety, Environment, Events & Activities, Media Releases, Open House
UG Black History Committee to Host 32nd Annual Scholarship Celebration Published on February 15, 2024 In commemoration of Black History Month, the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas Black History Committee (BHC) is excited to host the 32nd Annual Black History and Scholarship Celebration this Saturday, February 17, 2024. This annual scholarship event will be held at Memorial Hall (600 N. 7th Street, KCK) from 11AM to 2PM. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Honors & Celebration, Media Releases
UG to provide free shuttles to Super Bowl Parade from 47th/State Published on February 12, 2024 or the second year in a row, the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas (UG) will be providing FREE transportation services from Kansas City, Kansas (KCK) to Kansas City, Missouri (KCMO) for community members attending the 11AM Chiefs’ Super Bowl Parade in Downtown KCMO. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Media Releases