Category: City Press Releases
City of Pittsburg swears in city commissioners
January 8, 2018
City Press Releases
Pittsburg City Commissioners Sarah Chenoweth, Dawn McNay and Patrick O’Bryan were sworn into office Monday, January 8. The newly-elected officials will begin their duties at the City of Pittsburg Commission...
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Fire risk rises as temperature drops
January 3, 2018
City Press Releases
Pittsburg Fire Department shares winter safety tips Pittsburg Fire Department responded to three fires this week caused by the misuse of home heating equipment. This time of year, it’s especially...
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Pittsburg Police Department donates Christmas stockings to families in need
December 22, 2017
City Press Releases
Pittsburg families in need will receive a little extra Christmas cheer this week, thanks to the City of Pittsburg Police Department. Police department staff organized multiple holiday fundraisers to provide...
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City of Pittsburg announces Certified Public Manager program graduates
December 22, 2017
City Press Releases
Five City of Pittsburg staff members were recognized Friday, December 1, at the Kansas State Capitol for their completion of the University of Kansas Certified Public Manager® (CPM) program. Police...
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City of Pittsburg receives $50,000 donation for a new dog park
December 13, 2017
City Press Releases
The creation of Pittsburg’s first dog park was made possible this week, thanks to a $50,000 gift from the Ronald O. Thomas Foundation. The City of Pittsburg received the generous...
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One person rescued in early morning structure fire
December 12, 2017
City Press Releases
On December 12, 2017, at 12:12 am, the Pittsburg Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 514 W. Forest St., in Pittsburg. Upon arrival, firefighters found the home engulfed...
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Pittsburg Parks & Recreation Department wants to hear from you
November 21, 2017
City Press Releases
The City of Pittsburg Parks & Recreation Department has published an online recreation needs survey to gain public input into activities and programs. Developed by Pittsburg State University recreation students,...
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2017 Street Improvements to Begin Today
November 8, 2017
City Press Releases
Pittsburg, KS – November 8, 2017 – Work on the 2017 Street Improvements is scheduled to begin today. This work consists of milling of the existing asphalt, overlay of a...
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City of Pittsburg Selects New Memorial Auditorium General Manager
October 26, 2017
City Press Releases
The City of Pittsburg has hired Chris Patterson to fill the position of general manager at the Memorial Auditorium & Convention Center. Patterson was selected following a national search and...
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Learning Through Play – Toddler Time Builds Connections and Teaches Social Skills
October 23, 2017
City Press Releases
The City of Pittsburg Parks & Recreation Department will host Toddler Time, with sessions beginning 9:00 am – 11:00 am Thursday, November 2, at Lincoln Center, 710 W. 9th. St.,...
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