The 2009 Community Guide is your resource for southwest Kansas.
Read profiles about agencies that serve agriculture interests.
Get the basics about each county's population, government offices, school districts and community events.
Learn what organizations are available to businesses and the top Finney County employers. Also featured are updates on Finney County and area economic development efforts and the efforts of the Finney County Young Professionals.
Look for information on signing up for utilities, regulations for keeping animals and profiles on organizations and churches in the area. You'll also find information about the latest efforts in expanding transportation options and about a hub of activitiy — the Senior Center of Finney County.
There's also more information about public safety agencies in the area, and a snapshot of a few important dates in Finney County history.
Learn how schools are coping with tighter budgets, get an update on Garden City USD 457's bond issue and find something that catches your interest with Garden City Community College's personal enrichment classes.
Also find information about each school in Garden City and Holcomb districts, summer enrichment opportunities for students, Garden City Community College departments and private schools in Garden City.
Check out what events are coming up over the next year and what arts and entertainment options are available year-round. Find out what's next at the city's biggest attraction - Lee Richardson Zoo.
Learn how to get involved in your local government and how to contact your elected officials.
Find out what's new in the industry, as well as profiles on health care facilities and nursing homes in Finney County.
Find out what media outlets serve southwest Kansas.
Find out what the area has to offer for golf courses, parks, pools, fitness centers and more.