Dickinson County, Kansas

06/11/2026

The Transfer Station lost power last night. Their phones are down and they are currently only able to accept limbs, household hazardous waste and metal.

06/09/2026

After last evenings significant rainfall and wind, the County and Townships are working their way around the county assessing and repairing roads, culverts. etc. There are multiple areas affected so we ask for your patience. If you come across a road or bridge issue, it can be reported during the day to the Highway Road & Bridge office at 785-263-3093 or emailed to highway .gov After hours reporting would be to Dickinson County Communications at 785-263-1212.

06/09/2026

06/04/2026

Highlights of the May 28 Dickinson County Commission meeting:

• Approved Leann Kooken’s appointment to the Central Kansas Mental Health Board of Directors
• Approved a new HVAC system for the DTF building
• Approved security technology upgrades for the courthouse, jail, and evidence room to strengthen safety and operations
• Reviewed FY2027 budget requests from the Sheriff’s Office, County Appraiser’s Office, and North Central Kansas Juvenile Detention Center.

The next Commission meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 4, with a work session at 9:30 a.m. followed by the regular meeting at 11:00 a.m.

For additional details and future agenda topics, please visit https://www.dkcoks.gov/agendas

To view the commission meeting, please visit https://www.dkcoks.gov/Commission-Meeting-Viewing

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06/04/2026

Work continues on the overlay project south of Solomon. Crews are working their way north on Barn Rd and Solomon Rd. Anticipate delays when traveling in this area. Traffic will be controlled by flaggers and pilot car.

06/03/2026

To view the candidates who have filed for office please click the link below or visit our website at https://www.dkcoks.gov/elections under the primary election tab to see the unofficial candidate list.
https://www.dkcoks.gov/media/Document%20Center/County%20Clerk/National,State,%20Co,%20Township,%20Preceint%20Filing.pdf

Election Information - Dickinson County Kansas

06/01/2026

Reminder: Today at noon is the deadline to file for office or to change your party affiliation.

05/26/2026

The deadline to file for office or to change your party affiliation is June 1st at noon.

05/19/2026

The Highway, Road & Bridge Department will be overlaying south of Solomon on Solomon Rd, 2050 Ave, and Barn Rd starting today. Traffic will be controlled by flaggers and pilot car.