Spring cleaning fever is about to kick in… and we’re here for it. 😏🧹

If you’re clearing out toys your kiddos have outgrown, City Builders would LOVE to give them a second life—especially outdoor play items as we head into warmer weather! ☀️

From ride-ons and slides to sandboxes and water tables, your donations help our little builders learn, move, and imagine every single day. 🩵

📞 Contact Kaiya at 620-355-6252 or kaiya@lakinkansas.org
to arrange pick-up or drop-off.

Let’s turn that spring clean-out into something meaningful. 🧱🩵⚡️
about 2 months ago, Kaiya Harmon
Flyer titled “City Builders is Accepting Donations!” with colorful handprints and rainbow graphics at the top. The flyer asks for gently used items to support children’s play, creativity, and imagination. It highlights a high need for outdoor toys such as slides, playhouses, ride-on cars, tricycles, sandboxes, water tables, sports equipment, and outdoor play items. It also lists indoor toys like building blocks, sensory materials, puzzles, musical toys, and soft play items. Additional requested items include pretend play toys, dress-up items, and storage bins. A note asks that all donations be clean, safe, and gently used. Contact information for Kaiya is provided for donation drop-off or pick-up.
🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day, Lakin! 🍀 Wishing our community a day full of luck, laughter, and a little extra green! 💚
Whether you're spending time with family, enjoying local businesses, or just soaking in the day, we hope it brings you joy and good fortune.
As always, thank you for being part of what makes Lakin such a special place to call home.
Stay safe, have fun, and don’t forget to wear your green! ☘️✨
— City of Lakin 💚
about 2 months ago, Kaiya Harmon
A soft green background with a circular wreath made of bright green shamrocks surrounding the center. In the middle, the text reads “Happy St. Patrick’s Day” in green lettering. The design has a festive, light, and airy feel with scattered dots and clover accents throughout.
Apply today!
about 2 months ago, Kaiya Harmon
Colorful hiring flyer for Beymer Aquatic Center featuring a water background with a yellow flamingo float and a multicolored swim ring. Large text reads “We Are Hiring Lifeguards!” Details include: “15 years old & up” and “$10 an hour.” Additional text says applications can be obtained at the City of Lakin or online and should be returned once completed. Contact information at the bottom includes lakinkansas.org, 121 N Main St, and phone number 620-355-6252. The design is framed with a turquoise checkerboard border.
Courtesy Post: A cream-colored female pit bull with white on her head and chest has been spotted running around the Westridge Apartments. She seems friendly but is not wearing a collar. If she belongs to you or you know her owner, please let someone know so she can get back home.
about 2 months ago, Kaiya Harmon
Spring break is next week!! Hours will be 11-1pm lap swim and 1-5 open swim!!!
about 2 months ago, Keri Hansen
Spring break

🚮 City of Lakin Dumpster Guidelines

To help keep our community clean and safe, City dumpsters are for regular household trash only.

✅ Allowed:
• Normal household trash
• Bagged garbage (drained of liquids)
• Bagged pet waste
• Grass clippings and leaves
• Small hedge and bush trimmings

❌ Not Allowed:
Hazardous materials such as paint, stains, solvents, chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, motor oil, hydraulic oil, transmission fluid, contaminated oils, batteries, explosives (including propane tanks), asbestos, bulky items, and construction debris.

All garbage must be bagged, drained of excess liquids, and securely closed before being placed in City containers.

These regulations are established under the City of Lakin Code to protect sanitation workers, equipment, and the public.

You can view the full Solid Waste ordinance here:
🔗 https://www.lakinks.citycode.net/index.html#!articleSolidWaste

Thank you for doing your part to keep Lakin clean and safe. 💛

🚮 Normas para los Contenedores de Basura – Ciudad de Lakin

Para ayudar a mantener nuestra comunidad limpia y segura, los contenedores de la Ciudad son únicamente para basura doméstica regular.

Permitido:
• Basura doméstica normal
• Basura en bolsas (sin líquidos)
• Desechos de mascotas en bolsas
• Recortes de césped y hojas
• Recortes pequeños de arbustos y setos

No Permitido:
Materiales peligrosos como pintura, tintes, solventes, químicos, pesticidas, herbicidas, aceite de motor, aceite hidráulico, líquido de transmisión, aceites contaminados, baterías, explosivos (incluyendo tanques de propano), asbesto, artículos voluminosos y desechos de construcción.

Toda la basura debe estar en bolsas, sin exceso de líquidos y bien cerrada antes de colocarse en los contenedores de la Ciudad.

Estas regulaciones están establecidas bajo el Código de la Ciudad de Lakin para proteger a los trabajadores de saneamiento, el equipo y al público.

Puede consultar la ordenanza completa de Residuos Sólidos aquí:
🔗 https://www.lakinks.citycode.net/index.html#!articleSolidWaste

Gracias por hacer su parte para mantener a Lakin limpia y segura. 💛

2 months ago, Kaiya Harmon
City of Lakin graphic listing acceptable and prohibited items for city dumpsters. Acceptable items include household trash, bagged garbage (drained of liquids), bagged pet waste, grass clippings, leaves, and small hedge trimmings. Prohibited items include hazardous materials such as paint, chemicals, oils, batteries, asbestos, propane tanks, flammables, furniture, appliances, concrete, tires, and large brush. The graphic reminds residents that all garbage must be bagged and securely closed and that violators will be fined per City Code.
🐾 Vaccination Clinic TOMORROW – February 21, 2026 🐾 Berning Veterinary Services will be hosting a vaccination clinic for dogs and cats on Saturday, February 21 with two convenient locations and times: 📍 Berning Vet Services | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 Deerfield Shop | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM ✔️ Canine & feline vaccines available ✔️ FREE rabies vaccine for Kearny County residents ✔️ Additional services offered (nail trims, ear cleaning, microchipping) This is a great opportunity to keep your pets healthy and up to date. No appointment needed — just stop by! 🐶🐱 Please share to help spread the word!
2 months ago, Kaiya Harmon
vaccine clinic tomorrow
City of Lakin Offices Closed – Presidents’ Day

In observance of Presidents’ Day, City of Lakin offices will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026.

Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, February 17.

We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable holiday. Thank you!

— City of Lakin
3 months ago, Kaiya Harmon
Illustration of a bald eagle with red, white, and blue wings above text reading “Closed February 16th – Presidents’ Day – United States of America.”
Tunka is looking for a new place to hang his leash and call home. Please reach out if you have any questions or would like to meet him. He has not been dog tested but he hasn’t shown any negative signs through the fencing with other dogs! 😊
3 months ago, Kaiya Harmon
needing home
We have 3 pups, roughly 10 weeks old, available for adoption. Unsure of breed, but mom appears to be a terrier mix of some sort. Mom is also looking for a home. Not much is known about mom or where she came from, just that she is very shy but loving and will need patience and slow introductions. Please reach out with questions or if you would like to meet them.
3 months ago, Kaiya Harmon
puppies needing homes
🐾 Vaccination Clinic – February 21, 2026 🐾 Berning Veterinary Services will be hosting a vaccination clinic for dogs and cats on Saturday, February 21 with two convenient locations and times: 📍 Berning Vet Services | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 Deerfield Shop | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM ✔️ Canine & feline vaccines available ✔️ FREE rabies vaccine for Kearny County residents ✔️ Additional services offered (nail trims, ear cleaning, microchipping) This is a great opportunity to keep your pets healthy and up to date. No appointment needed — just stop by! 🐶🐱 Please share to help spread the word!
3 months ago, Kaiya Harmon
vaccine clinic
✅ Water Plant Repairs Complete 💧 The City of Lakin Water Plant is now fully operational following today’s necessary pipe repairs. 🔧 Our crews have successfully completed the work, and normal operations have been restored. We sincerely appreciate our residents’ patience and cooperation while water conservation measures were in place. 💧 Water usage may now return to normal. Thank you for helping us take care of our community and for supporting our crews as they worked to complete these important repairs safely and efficiently. 💙 Updates will continue to be shared if needed.
3 months ago, Kaiya Harmon
fully operational now
🚧 Water Conservation Notice – Today 🚧

Today, Wednesday, 02/11/2026, the City of Lakin Water Plant will be temporarily shut down due to necessary pipe repairs.

🔧 Repairs are taking place today, now that all required parts have arrived.

While repairs are underway, we ask all residents to please conserve water usage to help maintain system stability and ensure adequate supply for essential needs.

🚫 Please avoid the following until further notice:
• Watering lawns or landscaping
• Washing vehicles
• Running sprinklers
• Filling pools or hot tubs
• Using pressure washers
• Any non-essential water use

💧 Essential uses only (drinking, cooking, basic hygiene) during this time are greatly appreciated.

Our crews are working diligently to complete repairs as quickly and safely as possible. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to restore normal operations.

Updates will be shared as they become available.

Thank you for helping us take care of our community. 💙

🚧 Aviso de Conservación de Agua – Hoy 🚧

Hoy, miércoles 11/02/2026, la Planta de Agua de la Ciudad de Lakin estará temporalmente fuera de servicio debido a reparaciones necesarias en las tuberías.

🔧 Las reparaciones se están realizando hoy, ahora que han llegado todas las piezas necesarias.

Mientras se llevan a cabo las reparaciones, pedimos a todos los residentes que conserven el uso del agua para ayudar a mantener la estabilidad del sistema y garantizar un suministro adecuado para las necesidades esenciales.

🚫 Por favor evite lo siguiente hasta nuevo aviso:
• Regar el césped o áreas verdes
• Lavar vehículos
• Usar aspersores
• Llenar piscinas o jacuzzis
• Usar lavadoras a presión
• Cualquier uso de agua no esencial

💧 Solo usos esenciales (beber, cocinar, higiene básica) durante este tiempo son muy apreciados.

Nuestros equipos están trabajando diligentemente para completar las reparaciones de la manera más rápida y segura posible. Agradecemos su paciencia y cooperación mientras trabajamos para restablecer las operaciones normales.

Se compartirán actualizaciones conforme estén disponibles.

Gracias por ayudarnos a cuidar de nuestra comunidad. 💙
3 months ago, Kaiya Harmon
“Square graphic from the City of Lakin titled ‘Water Conservation Notice.’ The City of Lakin seal appears at the top. Text reads: ‘Please Conserve Water Usage.’ Repairs are underway today, Wednesday, 02/11/2026. The Lakin Water Plant is temporarily shut down for necessary pipe repairs, and residents are asked to avoid non-essential water usage until further notice. Icons with red prohibition symbols show watering lawns, washing vehicles, running sprinklers, filling pools, and using pressure washers. A footer notes that essential uses only, such as drinking, cooking, and basic hygiene, are appreciated.”

🚧 Water Conservation Notice 🚧

Due to necessary pipe repairs, the City of Lakin Water Plant will be temporarily shut down.

🔧 Repairs are scheduled to take place tomorrow, Wednesday, 02/11/2026, now that all required parts have arrived.

While repairs are being completed, we ask all residents to please conserve water usage to help maintain system stability and ensure adequate supply for essential needs.

🚫 Please avoid the following until further notice:
• Watering lawns or landscaping
• Washing vehicles
• Running sprinklers
• Filling pools or hot tubs
• Using pressure washers
• Any non-essential water use

💧 Essential uses only (drinking, cooking, basic hygiene) during this time are greatly appreciated.

Our crews will be working diligently to complete repairs as quickly and safely as possible. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to restore normal operations.

Updates will be shared as they become available.

Thank you for helping us take care of our community. 💙

🚧 Aviso de Conservación de Agua 🚧

Debido a reparaciones necesarias en las tuberías, la Planta de Agua de la Ciudad de Lakin estará temporalmente fuera de servicio.

🔧 Las reparaciones están programadas para mañana, miércoles 11/02/2026, ahora que han llegado todas las piezas necesarias.

Mientras se realizan las reparaciones, pedimos a todos los residentes que conserven el uso del agua para ayudar a mantener la estabilidad del sistema y garantizar un suministro adecuado para las necesidades esenciales.

🚫 Por favor evite lo siguiente hasta nuevo aviso:
• Regar el césped o áreas verdes
• Lavar vehículos
• Usar aspersores
• Llenar piscinas o jacuzzis
• Usar lavadoras a presión
• Cualquier uso de agua no esencial

💧 Solo usos esenciales (beber, cocinar, higiene básica) durante este tiempo son muy apreciados.

Nuestros equipos estarán trabajando diligentemente para completar las reparaciones de la manera más rápida y segura posible. Agradecemos su paciencia y cooperación mientras trabajamos para restablecer las operaciones normales.

Se compartirán actualizaciones conforme estén disponibles.

Gracias por ayudarnos a cuidar de nuestra comunidad. 💙

3 months ago, Kaiya Harmon
“Square graphic from the City of Lakin titled ‘Water Conservation Notice.’ The City of Lakin seal appears at the top above the headline. Text states: ‘Please Conserve Water Usage.’ Repairs are scheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday, 02/11/2026. The Lakin Water Plant will be temporarily shut down for necessary pipe repairs, and residents are asked to avoid non-essential water usage until further notice. Icons with red prohibition symbols show watering lawns, washing vehicles, running sprinklers, filling pools, and using pressure washers. A footer notes that essential uses only, such as drinking, cooking, and basic hygiene, are appreciated.”
City of Lakin Offices Closed – Presidents’ Day

In observance of Presidents’ Day, City of Lakin offices will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026.

Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, February 17.

We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable holiday. Thank you!

— City of Lakin
3 months ago, Kaiya Harmon
Illustration of a bald eagle with red, white, and blue wings above text reading “Closed February 16th – Presidents’ Day – United States of America.”
🐾 Vaccination Clinic – February 21, 2026 🐾 Berning Veterinary Services will be hosting a vaccination clinic for dogs and cats on Saturday, February 21 with two convenient locations and times: 📍 Berning Vet Services | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 Deerfield Shop | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM ✔️ Canine & feline vaccines available ✔️ FREE rabies vaccine for Kearny County residents ✔️ Additional services offered (nail trims, ear cleaning, microchipping) This is a great opportunity to keep your pets healthy and up to date. No appointment needed — just stop by! 🐶🐱 Please share to help spread the word!
3 months ago, Kaiya Harmon
vaccine clinic
Community Open House TONIGHT The City of Lakin invites the public to attend a Community Open House on Thursday, February 5, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Veteran’s Memorial Building. The open house will focus on the City’s Comprehensive Plan, which guides long-term growth and development. The evening will begin with a 20–25 minute presentation outlining what a comprehensive plan includes, the topics covered, and key takeaways from the existing conditions analysis. Attendees will also be introduced to proposed future alternatives related to land use, transportation, parks and recreation, economic development, and infrastructure. Following the presentation, there will be an opportunity for questions and answers. The remainder of the event will feature an open-house format with informational boards organized by topic, allowing attendees to review materials, ask questions, and provide input at their own pace. The event is scheduled for approximately two hours and is open to the public. Community members are encouraged to attend and participate in shaping the future of Lakin.
3 months ago, Kaiya Harmon
tonight

Community Open House Scheduled for February 5

The City of Lakin invites the public to attend a Community Open House on Thursday, February 5, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Veteran’s Memorial Building.

The open house will focus on the City’s Comprehensive Plan, which guides long-term growth and development. The evening will begin with a 20–25 minute presentation outlining what a comprehensive plan includes, the topics covered, and key takeaways from the existing conditions analysis. Attendees will also be introduced to proposed future alternatives related to land use, transportation, parks and recreation, economic development, and infrastructure.

Following the presentation, there will be an opportunity for questions and answers. The remainder of the event will feature an open-house format with informational boards organized by topic, allowing attendees to review materials, ask questions, and provide input at their own pace.

The event is scheduled for approximately two hours and is open to the public. Community members are encouraged to attend and participate in shaping the future of Lakin.

3 months ago, Kaiya Harmon
Graphic announcing a Community Open House hosted by the City of Lakin. Event is Thursday, February 5 at 6:00 PM at the Veteran’s Memorial Building. The design features a blue background with a Lakin skyline at sunset and icons representing land use, transportation, parks and recreation, and economic development. Text invites the public to learn about the City’s Comprehensive Plan, attend a presentation and Q&A, visit open house stations, and share ideas to help shape the future of Lakin. Event is open to all and lasts approximately two hours.
We will have aerobics this evening at 6pm. Water is on the cool side 80 degrees!!
3 months ago, Keri Hansen
water aerobics

Community Open House Scheduled for February 5

The City of Lakin invites the public to attend a Community Open House on Thursday, February 5, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Veteran’s Memorial Building.

The open house will focus on the City’s Comprehensive Plan, which guides long-term growth and development. The evening will begin with a 20–25 minute presentation outlining what a comprehensive plan includes, the topics covered, and key takeaways from the existing conditions analysis. Attendees will also be introduced to proposed future alternatives related to land use, transportation, parks and recreation, economic development, and infrastructure.

Following the presentation, there will be an opportunity for questions and answers. The remainder of the event will feature an open-house format with informational boards organized by topic, allowing attendees to review materials, ask questions, and provide input at their own pace.

The event is scheduled for approximately two hours and is open to the public. Community members are encouraged to attend and participate in shaping the future of Lakin.

3 months ago, Kaiya Harmon
Graphic announcing a Community Open House hosted by the City of Lakin. Event is Thursday, February 5 at 6:00 PM at the Veteran’s Memorial Building. The design features a blue background with a Lakin skyline at sunset and icons representing land use, transportation, parks and recreation, and economic development. Text invites the public to learn about the City’s Comprehensive Plan, attend a presentation and Q&A, visit open house stations, and share ideas to help shape the future of Lakin. Event is open to all and lasts approximately two hours.