With the weather getting worse we will not be opening the pool this afternoon! Stay home and stay safe.
⚡ 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 ⚡
We are aware of the power flickering throughout town as the strong winds continue to cause issues. 🌬️ Our crew is out working hard to address the situation and reduce the impact as much as possible.
If you experience a full power outage, please call the 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧 at 𝟔𝟐𝟎-𝟑𝟓𝟓-𝟔𝟐𝟓𝟐. We appreciate your patience and understanding—stay safe and hang in there! 💡💨
#LakinKS #HighWinds #PowerUpdate
Water Aerobics on Friday will be at 5pm. That way everyone can attend Sub State basketball.
Sunshine & Smiles at City Builders! ☀️ Yesterday’s gorgeous weather was too good to pass up, so we kicked off our first picnic of the year! The kids loved soaking up the sun, enjoying their lunch outdoors, and making sweet memories together. Here’s to many more beautiful days ahead! #CityBuilders #PicnicSeason #OutdoorFun
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🚨 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭: 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 🚨 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 is looking for a dedicated and compassionate daycare provider to join our amazing team. If you love working with children and are passionate about fostering a positive and nurturing environment, we want to hear from you! 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲! 📍 𝐏𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐮𝐩 𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 at our office, or 🌐 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐧𝐞 from our website. Submit your completed application and resume to the Lakin Administrative Center for consideration. 🌟 Let’s work together to shape a brighter future for our children! 🌟 #Hiring #CityBuilders #DaycareProvider #JoinOurTeam #ChildcareJobs #CityofLakin
Due to the extremely cold temperatures we will not be opening the pool today. No water aerobics this evening.
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𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐈𝐋 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍 𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐓 - 𝐒𝐄𝐄𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓
🏠 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐔𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐘𝐨𝐮! 🏠 𝘈𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘓𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘥𝘴, 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘺 𝘖𝘸𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘴:
🚨 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭: 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 🚨 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 is looking for a dedicated and compassionate daycare provider to join our amazing team. If you love working with children and are passionate about fostering a positive and nurturing environment, we want to hear from you! 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲! 📍 𝐏𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐮𝐩 𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 at our office, or 🌐 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐧𝐞 from our website. Submit your completed application and resume to the Lakin Administrative Center for consideration. 🌟 Let’s work together to shape a brighter future for our children! 🌟 #Hiring #CityBuilders #DaycareProvider #JoinOurTeam #ChildcareJobs #CityofLakin
We will not be opening the pool today. Stay home and stay warm!!
Weather Alert for Lakin Residents ❄️
A significant winter storm is approaching, bringing snow and dangerously cold temperatures. Please take necessary precautions to ensure your safety.
Winter Weather Advisory
⏰ In effect: Midnight tonight – 6:00 AM CST Wednesday
🌨 Snowfall: 1 to 4 inches expected
🚗 Impact: Slippery roads, affecting Tuesday’s morning and evening commutes
📞 Travel Advisory: If you must drive, carry an emergency kit and call 511 for Kansas road conditions.
Extreme Cold Warning
⏰ In effect: Midnight tonight – 12:00 PM CST Thursday
🌡 Wind Chills: As low as -25°F
⚠️ Risk: Frostbite in as little as 30 minutes on exposed skin
🧥 Precautions: Dress in layers, cover exposed skin, and limit outdoor time.
Prevent Frozen Pipes 🚰
🔹 Let faucets drip to keep water moving.
🔹 Open cabinet doors under sinks to circulate warm air.
🔹 Insulate exposed pipes or wrap them with towels.
🔹 Keep thermostat at a steady temperature day and night.
🔹 Know where your shut-off valve is in case a pipe bursts.
General Safety Tips
✅ Stay informed with local weather updates.
✅ Prepare your home by checking heating systems and stocking up on essentials.
✅ Keep pets indoors and check on elderly neighbors.
✅ If traveling, let someone know your route and expected arrival time.
Stay safe and warm, Lakin! ❄️
Just a Reminder. If there is snow on the ground the Loucks Golf course is closed. Do not go on the course when snow is on the ground.
📢 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 📢
City offices will be closed Monday, February 17th, for Presidents Day and will reopen Tuesday, February 18th.
🎩𝐅𝐮𝐧 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐭: George Washington was the only president to be unanimously elected by the Electoral College—twice!
🚨 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭: 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 🚨 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 is looking for a dedicated and compassionate daycare provider to join our amazing team. If you love working with children and are passionate about fostering a positive and nurturing environment, we want to hear from you! 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲! 📍 𝐏𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐮𝐩 𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 at our office, or 🌐 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐧𝐞 from our website. Submit your completed application and resume to the Lakin Administrative Center for consideration. 🌟 Let’s work together to shape a brighter future for our children! 🌟 #Hiring #CityBuilders #DaycareProvider #JoinOurTeam #ChildcareJobs #CityofLakin
🚨 CLOSURE ALERT 🚨 Beymer Aquatic Center will be closed today due to illness and weather. Water aerobics is also canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Stay safe! 🌧️🏊 #BeymerAquaticCenter #ClosureNotice
**Attention Lakin Residents: Winter Storm Watch in Effect!**
A Winter Storm Watch is in effect from Tuesday evening through Wednesday afternoon, with significant snowfall, extreme cold temperatures, and potential wind chills below zero expected. Stay prepared and take precautions!
❄️ Forecast Overview:
• Tuesday, February 11: Snow likely after noon. Temps dropping to 5°F at night.
• Wednesday, February 12: Snow continues in the morning, 3-5 inches accumulation possible. High near 18°F, low around -3°F.
• Thursday, February 13: Mostly sunny but cold, with a high near 25°F.
🚨 Winter Safety Tips:
✔ Stay Informed: Check local news, radio, and weather alerts.
✔ Limit Travel: Roads may be hazardous. If travel is necessary, pack an emergency kit.
✔ Prepare Your Home: Stock up on food, water, and medications. Keep flashlights and extra batteries handy.
✔ Dress Warmly: Wear layers, including hats, gloves, and scarves to prevent frostbite.
✔ Vehicle Safety: Keep your gas tank full and an emergency kit in your car, including blankets and non-perishable food.
🚰 Prevent Frozen Pipes:
❄ Keep Faucets Dripping: Let cold water drip from faucets, especially those on exterior walls.
❄ Open Cabinet Doors: Allow warm air to circulate around pipes under sinks.
❄ Insulate Pipes: Use pipe insulation or wrap pipes in towels if needed.
❄ Keep the Heat On: Set your thermostat to at least 55°F (13°C), even if you’re leaving home.
❄ Seal Drafts: Close any gaps near pipes where cold air can enter.
Stay safe and warm, Lakin! ❄🔥
🚨 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭: 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 🚨 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 is looking for a dedicated and compassionate daycare provider to join our amazing team. If you love working with children and are passionate about fostering a positive and nurturing environment, we want to hear from you! 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲! 📍 𝐏𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐮𝐩 𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 at our office, or 🌐 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐧𝐞 from our website. Submit your completed application and resume to the Lakin Administrative Center for consideration. 🌟 Let’s work together to shape a brighter future for our children! 🌟 #Hiring #CityBuilders #DaycareProvider #JoinOurTeam #ChildcareJobs #CityofLakin
Indoor Pool will open 3:30-5pm February 8th.
