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US 56 Crosswalk Improvements
February 23, 2026

Two crosswalk projects are currently under construction inside Baldwin City limits.

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US 56 Crosswalk Improvements
February 23, 2026

Two crosswalk projects are currently under construction inside Baldwin City limits.

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February 26, 2026
Utility Rate Changes effective February 1, 2026

All city-owned utilities will see changes in pricing on the bills that go out in March.

Newsimage
February 16, 2026
Power Outage Update for Sunday, February 16

On Sunday morning at approximately 9:07 a.m., the electric crew was notified of a single customer outage in the 1100 block of Dearborn Street and Chapel Street.

Newsimage
January 22, 2026
Winter Weather Coming In: What to Expect

How does Baldwin City handle winter weather? City employees are prepared and ready, with a solid plan in place.

Newsimage
December 17, 2025
Baldwin City, Douglas County acquire historically significant Black Jack Battlefield and Nature Park

Baldwin City and Douglas County have acquired Black Jack Battlefield and Nature Park, a nationally significant site tied to the events of “Bleeding Kansas” and widely recognized as a precursor to the Civil War.

Newsimage
December 1, 2025
2025 Residential Decorating Contest

Enter the Residential Decorating Contest by December 12th to win cash and utility bill credits.

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December 1, 2025
Season Ahead: How Are the Roads?

Winter weather has arrived, and here's what you should know.

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Utility Rate Changes effective February 1, 2026
February 26, 2026

All city-owned utilities will see changes in pricing on the bills that go out in March.

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US 56 Crosswalk Improvements
February 23, 2026

Two crosswalk projects are currently under construction inside Baldwin City limits.

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Power Outage Update for Sunday, February 16
February 16, 2026

On Sunday morning at approximately 9:07 a.m., the electric crew was notified of a single customer outage in the 1100 block of Dearborn Street and Chapel Street.

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Baldwin City, Douglas County acquire historically significant Black Jack Battlefield and Nature Park
December 17, 2025

Baldwin City and Douglas County have acquired Black Jack Battlefield and Nature Park, a nationally significant site tied to the events of “Bleeding Kansas” and widely recognized as a precursor to the Civil War.

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City of Baldwin City seeking advisory board members for Black Jack Battlefield & Nature Park
December 1, 2025

Email a cover letter and resume to the City Clerk by December 8th for consideration.

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Baldwin City Library Seeking New Board Member
November 26, 2025

The library is now seeking a new board member. Email the City Clerk by December 8th.

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Memorial Day Closures and Updates
May 23, 2025

City offices closed; Trash pickup is NORMAL; Opening day at the pool.

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Severe Weather Information for 5/19/2025
May 19, 2025

Important information pertaining to severe weather on May 19, 2025.

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Downtown Closed for Thunder on the Bricks Event May 10th
May 9, 2025

Downtown is closed for the Rec Commission's Thunder on the Bricks car show event on Saturday, May 10th.

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Power Update for May 7th, 2025
May 7, 2025

Internal power generation used for over three hours during power outage.

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Power & Light Update: Tree on Main Line Into Town
April 29, 2025

A tree fell on the main power feed into town, necessitating removal from the external grid in order to safely cut the tree off of the line. Power was maintained for citizens via internal generation from the City powerplant.

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City Lake Maintenance Work
April 15, 2025

Culverts under the road allowing access to the east side of the City Lake collapsed in March, necessitating culvert replacement.

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Speed Limit to Decrease on Crimson Avenue, Effective Immediately
November 12, 2025

The speed limit on Crimson Avenue near one of our senior residential neighborhoods is decreasing from 30mph to 25mph, effective immediately.

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New 4-way stop at 9th and Elm Street
September 18, 2025

New stop signs added at the intersection of 9th and Elm Streets

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Mental Health Situation Statement
September 16, 2025

A statement from the Baldwin City police chief.

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Memorial Day Closures and Updates
May 23, 2025

City offices closed; Trash pickup is NORMAL; Opening day at the pool.

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Press Release: Dog Shooting Incident
April 1, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 1, 2025

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Search Warrant Execution on Eisenhower Street
September 4, 2024

Details regarding a search warrant execution by the Topeka Police Department on Eisenhower Street.

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Burn Ban for Friday, March 14, 2025
March 14, 2025

Red Flag Warning issued for Friday, March 14th.

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