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Wyandotte County ranks 85th highest in Kansas for per capita government transfer income at $10,115 in 2022

In 2022, residents of Wyandotte County received an average of $10,115 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 21st lowest in Kansas.

By Wyandotte Times | Mar 10, 2025

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Wyandotte County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 4.1% of income in 2022

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 4.1% of income in Wyandotte County, providing an average of $1,584 per capita to residents.

By Wyandotte Times | Mar 1, 2025

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

By Wyandotte Times | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Wyandotte County received $82,918 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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

By Wyandotte Times | Feb 24, 2024

Farms in Wyandotte County received $1,187,794 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Johnson County farmers in 2021 reached $10,615,653

By Wyandotte Times | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Johnson County received $10,615,653 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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

By Wyandotte Times | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Leavenworth County received $2,937,936 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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UG to Open New 18-Hole Disc Golf Course at City Park

By Wyandotte Times Report | Jun 6, 2023

The Unified Government officially opened a new 18-hole disc golf course at City Park last Friday, June 2 at noon.

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BPU Releases 2023 Water Quality Report

By Wyandotte Times Report | Jun 5, 2023

The Kansas City Board of Public Utilities (BPU) has released its annual Water Quality Report.

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Historic Preservation Tours: New Video Series Launches

By Wyandotte Times Report | Jun 4, 2023

Earlier this month, Mayor Tyrone A. Garner issued a proclamation for May as Historic Preservation Month.

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UG Seeks Input on Proposed Use of Federal Funds

By Wyandotte Times Report | Jun 3, 2023

Every year the Unified Government must develop an Annual Action Plan to receive three annual grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

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Residential Trash and Recycling Delayed in Observance of Memorial Day

By Wyandotte Times Report | Jun 2, 2023

In observance of Memorial Day, Waste Management did not collect residential trash and recycling in Kansas City, Kansas, last Monday, May 29, 2023. Residential trash & recycling collection will be delayed by one day this week:

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Congratulations Graduates: Message from Mayor Tyrone Garner

By Wyandotte Times Report | Jun 1, 2023

Congratulations to the Class of 2023!

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Wyco Residents Encouraged to Seek Out Home Repair Programs

By Wyandotte Times Report | May 31, 2023

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, KS reminds homeowners of programs that are available for minor home repairs.

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Public Works Department Celebrates National Public Works Week

By Wyandotte Times Report | May 30, 2023

The Unified Government’s Public Works Department proudly joins cities across North America in observing National Public Works Week from May 21-27, 2023, as declared by the American Public Works Association (APWA).

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Fire at Outdoor Recycling Center

By Wyandotte Times Report | May 29, 2023

UPDATE FROM KCKFD AS OF MAY 25, 2023

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Big Eleven on Watch Advisory for Algal Blooms

By Wyandotte Times Report | May 29, 2023

KDHE has placed Big Eleven on a Watch Advisory status as of Thursday, May 18 due to visual confirmation of the bloom.

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Don't forget about our Peeps Diorama Contest!

By Wyandotte Times Reports | Mar 28, 2023

Don't forget about our Peeps Diorama Contest!

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You are invited to join us as we welcome incoming County Administrator David W. Johnston to the Unified Government.

By Wyandotte Times Reports | Mar 28, 2023

You are invited to join us as we welcome incoming County Administrator David W. Johnston to the Unified Government.

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Books, Blocks, Bubbles & BB-8 10th Annual Young Child Fair

By Wyandotte Times Reports | Mar 28, 2023

Join us for our 10th Annual Young Child Fair, this year with a Star Wars theme!

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Please join us in showing your appreciation for our transit operators across Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas

By Wyandotte Times Reports | Mar 28, 2023

Please join us in showing your appreciation for our transit operators across Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas.