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How city manager Dennis Marstall plans to ‘move the needle’ for Wichita

Wichita’s new city manager Dennis Marstall discusses the failed sales tax and his plans to boost economic development and quality of life during the Wichita Business Journal’s ICT Summit. The failure of the proposed 1% sales tax in March raised a few questions for Wichita’s new city manager Dennis Marstall, who started in the role in January after spending 20 years in the booming Charlotte region. “It did give me pause, honestly, about — what are our priorities?” the Kansas native said at the Business Journal’s annual ICT Summit on Thursday. “How did people view the city?”
Read more: Wichita Business Journal

Ranson Financial2026-10-29T09:31:09-05:00October 29, 2026|News|

Girard celebrates new solar farm

Girard city leaders celebrated a new 2-megawatt solar production facility last week at a ribbon cutting held Oct. 19. The facility began producing energy in August. It’s estimated to supply around 15% of the city’s annual electricity needs, according to the Hometown Girard newspaper. Located in the city’s industrial park, the solar farm features 5,200 panels across 29 rows. The panels are mounted on a tracking system that adjusts their angle throughout the day. Girard Power Plant Supervisor Jess Murphy told Hometown Girard that a combination of federal incentives paid for about half of the project’s total cost, which was estimated at $6 million.
Read more: The Iola Register

Ranson Financial2026-10-29T09:58:14-05:00October 29, 2026|Eco Devo, News|

Fed holds rates steady despite concerns over inflation

The Federal Reserve voted Wednesday to keep benchmark interest rates on hold, opting to take a patient approach in its fight against inflation despite mounting evidence that price pressures are proving more nettlesome than policymakers had hoped. In a widely expected decision, the Federal Open Market Committee kept the overnight funds rate in a range between 3.75%-4%, where it has been since the central bank approved a quarter percentage-point increase in September.
Read more: CNBC Bonds

Ranson Financial2026-10-29T09:58:26-05:00October 29, 2026|Finance|

Fort Scott Approves Solar Project at Water Treatment Plant

The Fort Scott City Commission has voted 3–1 to approve a 225-kilowatt solar system with a small battery backup at the city’s water treatment plant, with projected energy savings of about $30,000 annually. Commissioners Matthew Wells, Tracy Dancer and Julie Buchta supported the project, while Commissioner Tim Van Hoecke voted against it. Mayor Kathryn Salsbury was absent. The plant is located at 910 Burke St. The project calls for solar panels on the ground and on the plant’s concrete reservoir. A small battery system would help the facility handle brief power dips, according to the proposal presented by SEK Solar.
Read more: Ad Astra Radio

Ranson Financial2026-10-29T09:58:51-05:00October 29, 2026|Eco Devo, Finance, News|

USDA Boosts Kansas Agricultural Economy Through $ 808 Million in Safety Net and Conservation Program Payments

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) is delivering approximately $808 Million in farm safety net and conservation program payments to Kansas farmers, ranchers and landowners. USDA recently announced nationwide historic safety net assistance totaling $13.8 billion in gross payments through the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2025 crop year and an additional $1.8 billion in Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) annual payments for 2026. “These dollars help producers and landowners in our state cover operating expenses, purchase supplies and equipment, and do business with local companies, creating a positive economic ripple effect throughout our rural communities,” said David Schemm, State Executive Director in Kansas. “It’s a tremendous investment in Kansas agriculture and, collectively, in American agriculture.”
Read more: Ad Astra Radio

Ranson Financial2026-10-29T09:59:04-05:00October 29, 2026|Eco Devo|

Hays Adopts Resolution to Utilize Edwards County R9 Ranch Water Supply

Hays established an official policy framework for managing municipal water obtained from the R9 Ranch in Edwards County. The resolution underscores Hays’ commitment to utilizing this vital resource in a judicious, efficient, sustainable, and economically beneficial manner while protecting long-term water security for generations to come.
Read more: Ad Astra Radio

Ranson Financial2026-10-29T09:59:59-05:00October 29, 2026|Eco Devo, News|

Lyon County delays animal nuisance resolution after residents raise concerns

The Lyon County Commission meeting on Oct. 22 drew questions and concerns from residents about a proposed animal-at-large and nuisance resolution that would clarify when animals are considered a nuisance and establish penalties for violations. Several residents spoke against including domestic poultry in the proposed restrictions, raising concerns about free-range farming, property boundaries, neighbor disputes and how the resolution would be enforced.
Read more: www.emporiagazette.com

Ranson Financial2026-10-29T10:00:41-05:00October 29, 2026|Legal|

KCK considered for the Final Four, with millions in potential impact

Eyes are set on the new Chiefs stadium for the 2031 season in Kansas City, Kansas, and another familiar sports tournament could set up its floor in the domed stadium. “The new dome stadium is providing opportunities for future events,” said Kathy Nelson, president and CEO of the Sports Commission. Kansas City, Kansas, was announced Tuesday as one of seven potential cities for the Final Four, including Las Vegas, Houston, and Indianapolis. If Kansas City, Kansas, is chosen, the game could take place in the new Arrowhead Stadium, and its reach would go beyond the court.
Read more: FOX 4 Kansas City WDAF-TV

Ranson Financial2026-10-29T10:00:49-05:00October 29, 2026|Eco Devo|

Edwardsville mayor concerned about Chiefs’ stadium deal, but says it could be beneficial

The Mayor of Edwardsville said the Chiefs coming to Wyandotte County, Kansas, could be a benefit. Edwardsville is less than a 10-minute drive from where the Chiefs are supposed to build their new stadium near 126th and State in Kansas City, Kansas. Mayor and Republican State House Rep. Carolyn Caiharr did not become a state lawmaker until September of 2025. She actually voted against the 2026 bill that created the ownership structure for the Chiefs’ new stadium. That dome would go in her current state house district. She said her neighbors are concerned about the influx of visitors coming, the increased need for public safety and who’s going to foot the bill.
Read more: FOX 4 Kansas City WDAF-TV

Ranson Financial2026-10-29T10:00:58-05:00October 29, 2026|Eco Devo|

Wyandotte/Kansas City lawsuit settled, setting guidelines for local control on Chiefs project

A lawsuit filed by local government officials challenging the state of Kansas over its deal with the Kansas City Chiefs to build a stadium was settled Friday. The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City sued the state over concerns it was losing local control, specifically asking to stop implementation of House Bill 2466, or the Kansas Sports Facilities Authority Act. The act gave the state authority to make deals with the Chiefs and the Kansas City Royals to bring their stadiums across the state line. In its initial court filing, the local governments said they would lose “power to tax, to zone and plan, to set and collect local fees, and to provide utility service through the community’s own publicly-owned utility.” Gov. Laura Kelly and Mayor Christal Watson said in a news release they “satisfactorily resolved concerns related to the Kansas City Chiefs Stadium project.” The unified government agreed to dismiss the lawsuit without prejudice, the release said.
Read more: Kansas Reflector

Ranson Financial2026-10-29T10:01:51-05:00October 29, 2026|Eco Devo, Legal|

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How city manager Dennis Marstall plans to ‘move the needle’ for Wichita

Girard celebrates new solar farm

Fed holds rates steady despite concerns over inflation

Fort Scott Approves Solar Project at Water Treatment Plant

USDA Boosts Kansas Agricultural Economy Through $ 808 Million in Safety Net and Conservation Program Payments

Hays Adopts Resolution to Utilize Edwards County R9 Ranch Water Supply

Lyon County delays animal nuisance resolution after residents raise concerns

KCK considered for the Final Four, with millions in potential impact

Edwardsville mayor concerned about Chiefs’ stadium deal, but says it could be beneficial

Wyandotte/Kansas City lawsuit settled, setting guidelines for local control on Chiefs project

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