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Girard Library install solar projects

A southeast Kansas library is working to take a modern approach with it’s newest project. Several new additions have been installed at the Girard Public Library. It includes an LED sign to display library activities and two solar powered benches and picnic tables — which are also wifi-enabled charging stations. This was made possible by ARPA grant from the Institute of Library and Museum Services. “More people that are doing work are doing it off laptops or devices and if you can charge while you’re working outside, we just thought it would be a more modern opportunity,” said Barbara Bailey, Girard Public Library Director.
Source: KSNF/KODE

Ranson Financial2022-04-12T01:39:51-05:00April 12, 2022|News|

Four New Communities Join Kansas Main Street Program

Governor Laura Kelly announced today that the cities of Eureka, Newton, Topeka, and Valley Center are the newest Kansas Main Street Program members. The program targets downtown districts by developing a comprehensive preservation and revitalization strategy. “When our main street businesses succeed, our economy succeeds,” said Governor Laura Kelly. “That’s why my administration restarted the Kansas Main Street Program in 2019 – to help our communities reinvest in our small businesses, recruit new families to our state, and grow our economy. The program’s expansion is further proof of its success, and I’m pleased to welcome these four additional communities.” The Kansas Main Street program, initially launched in 1985, has helped dozens of primarily rural communities work toward maintaining and enhancing the viability of their downtown districts. Unfortunately, the Brownback Administration ended the successful program in 2012. Governor Kelly restarted the program in 2019, with support from the Kansas Legislature.
Source: Kansas Department of Commerce

Ranson Financial2022-04-12T06:53:41-05:00April 12, 2022|News|

Governor Laura Kelly Recognizes National Community Development Week

Governor Laura Kelly has proclaimed April 11-15 as National Community Development Week in Kansas. This week will celebrate the critical value community development programs and resources bring to our state. “Community development efforts are essential in supporting the Kansas economy, quality of life initiatives and growth of Kansas communities,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “Our programs, partnerships, and support help build thriving communities and we are thrilled to celebrate community development success across our state.” The Community Development Division at the Kansas Department of Commerce was reestablished by Governor Kelly in 2019. The division is dedicated to developing strong and vibrant communities across Kansas.
Source: Kansas Department of Commerce

Ranson Financial2022-04-12T07:05:40-05:00April 12, 2022|News|

Newton’s Caleb Smith named top high school principal in Kansas

Newton High School Principal Caleb Smith is top of the class in Kansas. On Monday morning, USD-373 announced Smith had been named the 2022 Kansas principal of the year by the Kansas Principals Association. As previously written, Smith was a finalist for the state’s top designation among all secondary principals. “Mr. Smith has done an outstanding job of trying to create an amazing culture at Newton High School and within the Newton communities, and it shows,” Superintendent Fred Van Ranken said in a district press release. “I am so happy for Caleb to be recognized at the state level for what he and his team are doing at USD-373.”
Source: Harvey County Now

Ranson Financial2022-04-12T07:06:06-05:00April 12, 2022|News|

When Kansans needs help, they call 911 — but first responders don’t always get the help they need

In Kansas, first responders have been trying for years to pass legislation that would allow their psychological injuries to be covered by workers’ compensation. Proposals that would have covered such injuries once again failed to gain momentum during this year’s session. Responders say their line of work involves experiences that could cause post-traumatic stress disorder. But in Kansas, workers’ compensation coverage must be associated with a physical injury — firefighters, police and other first responders are not covered by injuries such as stress, anxiety and depression from a physical injury or a physical change caused by factors at work.
Source: KCUR

Ranson Financial2022-04-12T07:06:48-05:00April 12, 2022|News|

City reports success in odor control efforts at south Wichita treatment plant

The City of Wichita said crews worked throughout the weekend to bring an odor problem under control at the city’s Wastewater Plant 2, and those efforts appear to have been successful. The city reported a processing issue at the plant at 57th Street South and Hydraulic, and that was causing an odor problem. Crews used chemical suppressants and lime to help reduce odors, and staff reported no complaints over the weekend from the area surrounding the plant. Wastewater crews monitored the area and did not notice increased odors. The city is still investigating the cause of the processing issue, and there is no mechanical issue with the plant. The city said the plant is in compliance with all discharge requirements and it’s being closely monitored. City crews expect to have the process fixed within two weeks.
Source: Country 101.3 KFDI

Ranson Financial2022-04-12T01:06:41-05:00April 12, 2022|News|

Dry land, high cost: How Kansas could lose billions in land values as its underground water runs dry

In increasingly dry western Kansas, underground water makes everything possible. Irrigation for crops. Stock water for cattle. Drinking water for towns. In all, the Ogallala Aquifer provides 70-80% of water used by Kansans each day. So how much is all that water worth? A recent study from Kansas State University says the aquifer under western Kansas increases land values by nearly $4 billion. But those billions are drying up at an accelerating rate. Aquifer water levels across western and central Kansas dropped by more than a foot on average this past year. That’s the biggest single-year decrease since 2015, according to the Kansas Geological Survey’s annual report.
Source: The Iola Register

Ranson Financial2022-04-12T01:05:14-05:00April 12, 2022|News|

Wichita City Council to vote on fuel surcharge for contracted groundskeepers

Rising gas prices are bringing challenges to many people and businesses. For some under contract, it’s putting them in a tight spot. The City of Wichita has several contracts with local businesses to maintain their grounds. Those crews pay for gas to travel to sites and to fuel their equipment. One contractor says the price at the pump is significantly higher now than when they entered their contract. “You are going from two something a gallon up to three something a gallon,” said Tracy Smith with Kansas Turfworx. “It definitely impacts because when you put gasoline in mowers every day and then you gotta drive around the city to 30 plus sites.”
Source: KSN-TV

Ranson Financial2022-04-12T00:59:29-05:00April 12, 2022|News|

Newton Police Department welcomes new K-9 unit

The Newton Police Department (NPD) announced on Facebook Monday that they have welcomed a new K-9 unit. Two-year-old Kilo, a Belgian Malinois imported from the Netherlands, has been partnered with Officer Austin Sontag. According to the NPD, the two have just completed five weeks of training together. Kilo and Officer Sontag received their initial training and certification from Hill Country Dog Center in Pipe Creek, Texas. The post states Kilo has been trained in narcotics detection, tracking, evidence recovery and patrol functions, which include building searches, area searches and suspect apprehension.
Source: KSN-TV

Ranson Financial2022-04-12T00:54:27-05:00April 12, 2022|News|

Governor vetoes bill banning bag restrictions

Gov. Laura Kelly on Monday vetoed a bill barring local governments from regulating plastic grocery bags and other material, saying it was an issue that should be left in the hands of local government. “This issue is a local decision, and it should be left to local governments based on what’s best for their constituents, stakeholders, and businesses in their community,” Kelly said in a statement. “As this bill advanced through the process, no evidence was provided demonstrating why the Legislature had a compelling public interest to repeal city and county local control and home rule over these matters. The Legislature passed the bill in response to the business community asking for consistency to any regulations of so-called “auxiliary containers,” which include bags, cup, packages, containers and bottles.
Source: Sunflower State Journal

Ranson Financial2022-04-12T00:49:45-05:00April 12, 2022|News|

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Girard Library install solar projects

Four New Communities Join Kansas Main Street Program

Governor Laura Kelly Recognizes National Community Development Week

Newton’s Caleb Smith named top high school principal in Kansas

When Kansans needs help, they call 911 — but first responders don’t always get the help they need

City reports success in odor control efforts at south Wichita treatment plant

Dry land, high cost: How Kansas could lose billions in land values as its underground water runs dry

Wichita City Council to vote on fuel surcharge for contracted groundskeepers

Newton Police Department welcomes new K-9 unit

Governor vetoes bill banning bag restrictions

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