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Police commended for nabbing 'sob story' thief

"I'm really impressed with how the cops stuck on it," Andover City Council member Dave Tingley said.

City Council approves 2011 budget; sales tax won't kick in until January

After years of showing at least five percent in economic growth, Andover had less than one percent last year.

Coffee shop a hot topic for City Council

Members have several questions and concerns, but unanimously pass an agreement to have Java Villa in the Andover Public Library. "Despite the cross-examination ... I hope you kick butt," C.R. Nelson tells it owner.

Stiverson says he'll play football for K-State

Andover Central's 6-foot-4, 290-pound lineman says he gave the Wildcats a verbal commitment Thursday.

City Hall will be paid for a penny at a time

Because of Tuesday's vote, Andover's new sales tax will be 8.55 percent. Depending on what the State Department of Revenue decides, it will go into effect either Oct. 1, 2010 or Jan. 1, 2011. Here's some reaction.

Andover voters easily pass one-cent sales tax

Andover Police and Fire Foundation gets 10 grand

The money will relieve city tax dollars and help support the police officers and firefighters in Andover. Larry and Michelle Sell, who started the Foundation and then helped fund it with "The Ride," were universally praised during Tuesday night's City Council meeting.

Coffee talk will have to wait

Java Villa owner says he'll open location in Andover

Released 2010-07-26 by Adam Knapp   |   Comments (1)

If all goes well at the City Council meeting tonight, a second location of the popular Wichita coffee shop will be moving into the Andover Library to replace Scooter's.

'It's going to pass with flying colors'

A one-cent sales tax to pay for the new City Hall goes before Andover voters in a week and a half. Should it fail, everyone who owns property in Andover would have a higher tax rate applied to the assessed value of it.

Town hall meeting about City Hall is tonight

City Council members will be on hand for a question-and-answer session from those who attend.

'Andover Landing' closer to becoming a reality

Laham Development's project will have 84 duplex units for rent on the southeast corner of 21st Street and Andover Road. It has been unanimously approved by the Andover City Council, which hopes development will be stimulated in that part of town.

Two burglary suspects caught by police

Andover investigators receive several tips about an early-morning convenience story robbery last week. It led investigators to Wichita, where they made a traffic stop, executed a search warrant at a home, and recovered evidence related to the burglary.

Andover police looking for robbery suspects

A man and a woman, both white and possibly in their early 20s, held up a convenience store early Thursday morning.

'Ident-A-Kid' cards available at Central Park Farmer's Market

Andover police invite the community to participate in the nation's largest child identity program, which helps find missing kids.

Reserve funds to help pay for City Hall project

Andover City Council aims to avoid adding to proposed sales tax in Tuesday night's meeting. Also, firework stand businesses may now remain open until 11 p.m. from July 1 through July 4.

Andover Historical Society at a crossroads

It is without a home, and would like the City of the Andover to help it take over the old library. The mayor says there's only two problems with that. "I don't know that we're going to be able to afford it," he said. "And I don't know that they're going to be able to afford it."

Major corridor project - at $200 million - could happen in Andover

Released 2010-06-25 by Abby Hamblin   |   Comments (1)

A committee has been researching the need to improve the distance of Kellogg from 159th Street to Prairie Creek Road, as traffic is expected to increase over the next 20 years.

An open letter from the City of Andover

Explosives? Andover's got 'em

Released 2010-06-16 by Abby Hamblin   |   Comments (1)

You can now shoot fireworks in Sedgwick County. But since you still can't buy them there, owners of Andover stands are hoping for more business on the Butler side this Fourth of July.

Questions about Andover's new City Hall?

Released 2010-06-11 by Adam Knapp   |   Comments (1)

City Council members will attempt to answer them at a town hall meeting on Thursday, June 24. You can also get a tour of their current building.

Andover's 'Citywide Cleanup Day' is Saturday

Items like unwanted debris, hazardous household chemicals and tires can be taken to dumpsters at Andover Central Park.

'They don't make 'em like you anymore'

Andover City Council surprises, embarrasses volunteer Carolyn Kaplan with a lifetime service award.

New band added to Greater Andover Days

"Apryl and the Get Down," known for its energy and funky mash-ups since debuting two months ago, will play Oct. 1 at the street dance.

City looking to pay off city hall project early

The sales tax question goes to voters in August, which Andover Mayor Ben Lawrence said made great sense. "The biggest benefit of a sales tax," he said, "is that people outside of this community help pay for it."

Five questions with Mike Pompeo

The Wichita businessman is running for office for the first time, campaigning tirelessly for the United States House of Representatives. Last week, he spoke at the Andover Rotary Club.

New Assistant City Administrator says Andover is a 'great opportunity'

Jennifer McCausland, a 29-year-old Derby native who was introduced at this week's City Council meeting, will start the job in June.

Andover Central Middler Schooler lands entry in a book

An open letter from the Chamber

Why Andover is building a new City Hall

Released 2010-05-10 by Kristin Baker   |   Comments (1)

The existing facility was built in 1980. Andover has nearly quadrupled in size since then. That means more city employees, who are feeling cramped these days. "It's getting to the point where you climb over things to get to storage," said Administrative Services Director Donna Davis.

Construction on south Andover Rd. delayed until December

Kansas Gas Service, harshly criticized by the Andover City Council, says delays are "primarily due to unexpected construction plan revisions as well as inclement weather."

Hale to trash ordinance critics: Just look at the big picture

The vocal City Council member defends Andover's new mandatory recycling fee, saying residents are still saving money.

Former Congress members to meet with Butler students

Andover tanning salons feeling burned by the government

Starting in July, tanning salons will be forced to charge customers a 10 percent tax on all services and products. Now the FDA is talking about a potential ban for people under 18 to use tanning beds because of the cancer risks involved.

The Butler County Seat Fight: Division, the Sequel

Tempers, insults, politics. Local historian Robert Collins gives us the final part of a series about this dirty business that happened in the 1870s.

One-cent sales tax for new Andover City Hall will be voted on in August

The City Council is trying to cover a cost of $4 million to $4.5 million for the project, which is expected to be complete by the holidays. Mayor Ben Lawrence said the city's financial advisor is still crunching the numbers "to see if we can sunset the sales tax in three or four years."

Another K-9 expected to join Andover Police Department by end of the year

Police dog will be purchased this month in San Antonio and is expected to be trained in Wichita this fall.

Website gives Andover another crimewatching option

Released 2010-03-17 by Adam Knapp   |   Comments (1)

CrimeReports.com is free to view and easy to use. But it doesn't include the detailed information provided by the Andover Police Department's weekly summaries.

Lawrence throws his support behind Pompeo

The Andover mayor endorses the military veteran and businessman in the Kansas 4th District Congressional race.

Geese aren't welcome in golf

Golfers in Andover have an extra challenge on the greens. You're heard of "droppings" in golf ... but goose poop isn't what the rule book had in mind. Here's why landscape alterations may be in the future at Cedar Pines.

Andover runaway located, taken into protective custody in Texas

Second time's a charm for recycling ordinance

Andover City Council passes it Tuesday night, but not without some disagreement and complaints of big government, special interest groups and disappointed expectations. Nonetheless, the city will charge each household in Andover a $4.50 monthly fee starting in July.

Deja phew: Trash and recycling up for discussion again

Mayor Ben Lawrence said he agreed to place the item on Tuesday night's agenda again "at the specific request of three council members."

H1N1 vaccination clinic provided for free

If all goes well, new City Hall is in while 'golf geese' are out

Andover's new $3.6 million facility will be built in Central Park. Meanwhile, the city could use a bunch of fireworks.

Public forum on state funding crisis to be held in Andover

'I would never just sit at a desk'

Legendary lawman Vern Miller's appearance in Andover went over so well, he'll return here for another book signing on Feb. 27. Last weekend, the man Dan Rather once called "Super Sheriff" on the CBS Evening News talked about what he would do if he were starting his career today.

Don't bother them when they're working

Andover police officer Mark Werbin and his newest partner, a K9 named Hondo, are together 24 hours a day, seven days a week. They're both laid back ... until they're challenged.

Coffee shop not likely to re-open as Scooter's, owners say

Released 2010-02-01 by Kristin Baker   |   Comments (1)

But there are several things that could happen to ensure the Andover Public Library has another sit-down coffee venue in the near future.

Recycling debate may be just getting started

Released 2010-01-27 by Adam Knapp   |   Comments (1)

Andover City Council members are seriously considering a public vote on the ordinance establishing a city-wide solid waste utility and curbside recycling system.

City recycling ordinance shot by J.R.

Released 2010-01-13 by Adam Knapp   |   Comments (1)

There will be no $4.50 monthly fee for Andover residents. It was voted down in Tuesday's City Council meeting, thanks to a last-minute change of heart by Councilman J.R. Jessen. It was an emotional night on a controversial issue, and it ended up with the closest of votes.

Solid waste, curbside recycling program on tonight's City Council agenda

Andover native accepts job to help with campaign for Congress

Josh Wells using his experience with KFDI News to become communications director for Mike Pompeo.

What were the grounds for closing this coffee shop?

Scooter's Coffeehouse, a popular small business located inside the Andover Public Library, was temporarily shut down last week because of tax complications. Most of its patrons, including Mayor Ben Lawrence, are hoping the city won't have to lose it for good.

APAC-Kansas approved to work on 159th St.

ACHS boys basketball returns senior-laden team

Andover Chamber gets a boost from the city

City Council votes to give Chamber of Commerce $5,000 in its rebuilding effort, but not without some opposition. Council member C.R. Nelson calls it "a critical time for what I'm going to call the new Chamber."

Other Kansas towns having success with trash and recycling programs

Andover's preferred provider would be Stutzman under its proposal. It has created controversy, but that usually comes with progress, say officials from other small cities.

Some trash haulers say Andover's proposed recyling plan smells fishy

Stutzman Refuse Disposal, Inc. would be the city's preferred trash and recycling provider, irking its competitors who are established in Andover.

Andover police chief receives prestigious honor

Mike Keller has been selected by Gov. Mark Parkinson to serve on the Kansas Commission on Peace Officers' Standards and Training, it was announced during this week's City Council meeting.

Recycling issue heats up in town hall meeting

Opinions vary about the Andover City Council's Solid Waste and Recycling Program Committee proposal, which would charge each household a $4.50 monthly fee to provide recycling services whether it uses them or not.

Public urination a sticky subject at Andover City Council meeting

Ordinance finally passes, but not before some disagreement among the governing body.

Local author to give book talk at library on Nov. 7

Andover's Robert Collins will speak about his two new railroad books, "Kansas Train Tales" and the 2009 edition of "Ghost Railroads of Kansas."

Hondo to replace Jowi as Andover's police dog

The 13-month-old male Belgian Malinois will go through 10 weeks of training before becoming an official member of the force.

Some disappointments, but Greater Andover Days still a success

Several changes could be made for next year's event.

Pond project in North Meadow criticized, defended in public hearing

Andover City Council gives homeowners association a reprieve until April 1.

Two-car accident slows Andover commuters

No complains of injuries after Thursday morning collision on Kellogg.

Here's how the long, sleepless night went at Spangles

Andover's newest restaurant promised free meals for a year to its first 100 customers. Most were tired, some were cranky ... but by sunrise Wednesday, they all were eating.

City's momentum shifting north

Full-service restaurants, new businesses, more kids walking to school - when road construction is completed on 21st St., the Cornerstone Development will likely change the way people look at Andover.

Sherwin-Williams earns high marks for workplace safety program

Andover YMCA hires director for Early Learning Center

Jodi Evans has been with the organization since 1993.