Nicole Kelley Reporter/Copy editor
Nicole Kelley is a reporter/copy editor with the Bonner Springs Chieftain/Basehor Sentinel. She began working for The World Co. in May 2007 at The Lansing Current. She is a graduate of the University of Kansas, where she was managing editor of the University Daily Kansan. She also was an intern with the Kansas City Star and The Mirror in Tonganoxie.
Recent stories
- Businesses feel affects of Front Street construction
- March 16, 2010
- When the Front Street construction project started in October 2009, Matt Beets, Bonner Springs project manager, knew it was going to be complicated.
- Bonner resident remained upbeat during final days
- March 11, 2010
- Two weeks ago Nancy Johnson proudly showed off her new engagement ring given to her by her partner of six years, Bart Betzen.
- Company owner deems Marble Crazy a success
- March 11, 2010
- Marble artists from across the country were at the top of their game Saturday, showing off their art for hundreds of people to see.
- Youth Council keeps up on city projects
- March 11, 2010
- The Mayor’s Youth Council is an elite group of possible future leaders of Bonner Springs, brought together by the desire to learn about city government and be active in their community.
- Mayor’s Youth Council tackles city issues
- March 10, 2010
- Possible future leaders of Bonner Springs gathered Thursday for their monthly meeting of the Mayor’s Youth Council.
- Edwardsville supports countywide mitigation plan
- March 9, 2010
- Edwardsville took a step forward in preparedness Monday when it showed its support for a Wyandotte County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan.
- Bonner resident remained upbeat during final days
- March 8, 2010
- Nancy Johnson, known in the Bonner Springs community as director of the Senior Center, died Saturday, March 6.
- Marble Crazy showcases world of marble making
- March 6, 2010
- Marble artists from across the country were at the top of their game Saturday, showing off their art for hundreds of people to see.
- Jokes, comedic insults roast Miller, raise money
- March 4, 2010
- Jabs and jokes were flying Saturday night as Roger Miller got an earful of exactly what some of his closest friends thought of him.
- Bonner business completing $1 million defense contract
- March 4, 2010
- A Bonner Springs-based business is in the process of finishing up its first foray into the world of military contracts.
Recent photos
Nancy Johnson, Bonner Springs Senior Center director, died Saturday, March 6 after battling both lung and brain cancer. A celebration of life in her honor has been planned from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 13, at the Lake of the Forest Clubhouse, with a special tribute at 3 p.m.
Bonner Springs Mayor Clausie Smith speaks to this year’s Mayor’s Youth Council during their March 4 meeting at Bonner Springs High School. The students involved in the group attend monthly meetings where Smith provides them with an update about city government.
Glass artist Jes Durfee, from Duluth, Minn., demonstrates marble making Saturday during the 10th annual Marble Crazy.
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