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The City of Atchison adopted its 2022 Legislative Policy agenda recently. The agenda supports Home Rule, which allows local elected officials to govern on behalf of the residents who elect them. [...]

Sitting Vice-Mayor and City Commissioner J. David Farris passed away Sunday, with the cause of death still unreleased at this time. EMS was called to Farris’ residence on Saturday morning. [...]

The Atchison Police Department had a clearance rate of 91.6% in 2021, the highest ever in the department’s recorded history and much higher than the national average which is in the low 60% [...]

City Commissioners approved at least a one-year trial period for Bird Scooters to bring a fleet of electric stand-up scooters to Atchison during Tuesday’s regular meeting. Commissioners approved [...]

The search for a new City Manager is marching toward a conclusion with two finalists scheduled for a day of tours, writing exercises, and interviews this Thursday, January 20th. The two finalists [...]