Jewell County Record

08/27/2026

What is the purpose of publishing budgets in the local newspaper?

Purpose of Newspaper Publication independent Notice: Requiring publication in an independent third-party newspaper ensures that government bodies cannot hide financial decisions strictly on obscure corners of their own websites.Proof of Publication: Publishers provide a verified affidavit of publication, which local offices must file with the County Clerk as official proof that legal notice requirements were met.

08/27/2026

Why does the JCR publish budgets?

School districts, cities, and counties in Kansas publish their budgets in local newspapers to fulfill state legal requirements for public transparency and notice of public hearings.

Legal RequirementsStatutory Mandates: Kansas statutes (such as K.S.A. 79-2929) require local taxing subdivisions to publish their proposed budgets and notice of budget hearings in a local newspaper of general circulation.Hearing Notices: The publication must occur at least 10 days before the public hearing date. This gives taxpayers time to review proposed spending and attend the meeting to voice objections or suggest changes.Tax Rate Transparency: Notices often include details regarding the Revenue Neutral Rate (RNR), showing citizens if property tax revenues will increase compared to the previous year.

08/27/2026

Why is the JCR running delinquent taxes three weeks in a row?

Newspapers run delinquent tax lists for three weeks in Kansas because it is a strict legal requirement mandated by Kansas state law to provide official "due process" notice to property owners before the county takes legal action or enforces a tax lien.The three-week publication window is built into specific Kansas Statutes (K.S.A.) to ensure ample public notice and legal compliance:

08/27/2026

PARTIAL LUNAR ECLIPSE: A rare “almost-total” lunar eclipse will darken more than 96% of the Moon late Thursday, transforming it into a copper-red spectacle visible across the region, no special equipment required. ⬇️

08/26/2026

What's That Weigh Wednesday! How much do you think this 38' Blue Catfish weighs?

Last week's Common Carp weighed 13.45 pounds.

08/25/2026

🚨BREAKING: Dolly Parton, Queen of Country Music, Dies at 80.

SOURCES: NYT, PEOPLE, FOX, CNN & Partons Family.

08/25/2026

Where are we in Jewell County? 🤔
Take a look and see if you recognize this spot! Is it a place you’ve driven past a thousand times, worked at, gathered with friends, or maybe only remember from years gone by?
We want you to guess the location, but don’t stop there—
share what you know about it.
What business or building was here before?
Who worked there or owned it?
Any stories, memories, or “remember when” moments tied to this place?
Jewell County is rich with history, and every corner has a story waiting to be told. Your memories help keep that history alive for the next generation of readers.
Comment away—let’s see who knows their Jewell County!

08/25/2026

Please join us for our annual firework display!

08/25/2026