Program aims to help main streets across Kansas

December 3, 2019

TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – A main street is the heart of many small Kansas communities, and the Department of Commerce is trying to keep downtowns alive.

The Kansas Main Street Program is helping more than two dozen communities in Kansas. It was scrapped in 2012 and is back for the first time this year.

The legislature approved $250,000 for the program this year. It was developed in the 1980s and is geared at helping communities as small as Belleville to bigger ones like Emporia and Hutchinson.

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A Top 10 True Western Town of the Year! Abilene, nestled in the state’s Smoky Hills region and an important economic center for the region.
Strong Traditions, Vibrant Living A ‘modern-day Mayberry’ can easily be used to describe our charming and family-friendly communities.
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A Top 10 True Western Town of the Year!

Abilene, nestled in the state’s Smoky Hills region and an important economic center for the region.

Strong Traditions, Vibrant Living

A ‘modern-day Mayberry’ can easily be used to describe our charming and family-friendly communities.

Best of All Worlds

Dickinson County has good jobs and a strong economy combined with an excellent quality of life!

A Proud Heritage

History lovers can visit the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Museum.