On Dec. 22 on one of the busiest weeks of the year, Johnson County, including Gardner, received days of high winds and record breaking below average temperatures in the negatives. The wind chill reached -35 at times and 40mph. The city only received a couple inches of snow from a 1/4” to 4 inches that was hard to measure because of the high winds and drifts.
Lynne Hermansen Five days before Christmas on Tuesday, Dec. 20, The Hope Market on Main Street was already packed right when they opened at 5p.m.
The holidays are over and it’s time to take down your natural holiday tree, wreath and garland. You can give them a second life by recycling them through free services.
On Thursday, Dec. 29, Gov. Kelly announced the Kansas Department of Health and Education’s plans to better identify, and support children exposed to drugs, increase public safety and reduce overdose death.
Lewis Farms, 18100 Edgerton Rd, Edgerton, held their last week for their holiday light display fundraiser. Guests could enjoy the drive-thru display and donate money to Sleep in Heavenly Peace organization.
Another new year is upon us and the Gardner News asked area leaders what their hopes and goals were for the local community they serve. Gardner mayor I hope to continue the progress we have made with great commercial and residential projects throughout the community.
Kansas Republican U.S. Senator Jerry Moran announced Thursday, Dec. 22 a $5 million federal investment would be going to help the University of Kansas Health System for the purchase of MRI and PET technology in assisting treatment and research for Alzheimer’s disease.
On Thursday, Dec. 22 3rd District Representative Davids released the work her office had done throughout the year to serve Kansans.
Gov. Laura Kelly signed an executive order Wednesday, Dec.
Historic legislation was signed on Tuesday, Dec. 13 by President Joe Biden on the White House Lawn.