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Pittsburg community works to make sure everyone has something for the holiday season

One community in Southeast Kansas is working to make sure everyone can have something waiting for them this holiday season. This morning was the Holiday Craft Fair at the Pittsburg Farmer’s Market. Event-goers had the chance to check out local vendors and participate in holiday themed activities like a visit with Santa Claus. Anyone wanting to enter the market had to donate unexpired non-perishable food, which will be going towards Wesley House. “It’s amazing, the fact that we got 14 vendors here today wanting to help us out and help the community and give back is just awesome,” says Ashten Graham, City of Pittsburg Recreation Program Manager.
Source: KSNF/KODE

Ranson Financial2021-11-09T01:09:00-06:00November 9, 2021|News|

Charter Commission member withdraws Johnson County name change proposal but still wants to have ‘important discussion’

The Johnson County Charter Commission will not consider a proposal to begin a discussion about whether the county should be named after a former slave owner following a commission member’s decision to withdrew the recommendation. Tedrick Housh, who submitted the recommendation to “adopt a process of meaningful consideration” for changing Johnson County’s name, said over the weekend that the Charter Commission might not be the best venue for that. “It is an important discussion but upon reflection, I think the better approach is to address this matter with the (County Commission) and the community directly, outside the Charter Commission platform,” Housh told the Post. The Charter Commission is a body that convenes once a decade to review the county’s home rule charter and is completely separate from the Board of County Commissioners.
Source: Prairie Village Post

Ranson Financial2021-11-09T01:06:25-06:00November 9, 2021|News|

M.T. Liggett Art Environment showcases late artist’s ‘bizarre’ metal pieces near Mullinville

If you have ever driven on U.S. 400 near Mullinville, you’ve likely seen hundreds of strange pieces of metal art just a few feet from the highway. The art was created by the late M.T. Liggett (1933-2017), who had a passion for creating strange and fascinating works of art from old metal road signs and glass bottles. Some of his pieces have names of his inspirations and show strange caricatures of those he loved or disliked, with his largest works being nearly 20 feet tall. His unique works are now a part of the M.T. Liggett Art Environment, which is dedicated to preserving and showcasing one of Southwest Kansas’ most fascinating artists. “This building was completed with the vision of the Kohler foundation who played a huge part on this site, they preserved all of M.T.’s artwork outside and build this building for visitors to come to,” said Ann Dixson, director of the M.T. Ligget Art Environment.
Source: KSN-TV

Ranson Financial2021-11-09T06:54:50-06:00November 9, 2021|News|

Both leading candidates for Kansas governor want to cut the sales tax on food

Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly called Monday for the elimination of the state sales tax on groceries, something lawmakers from both parties have talked about for years in Kansas. “This is not a partial reduction,” Kelly said, wielding an ax for emphasis during a news conference staged at a Topeka grocery store. “We are going to ax the food sales tax.” Kansas is one of only seven states that fully taxes groceries. Of those, Kansas’ 6.5% tax ranks second highest. Add in local sales taxes and the rates top 10% in some places. Kelly’s announcement comes just days after Kansas Republican Attorney General Derek Schmidt — the favorite to win the GOP nomination for governor in 2022 — called on lawmakers to eliminate or significantly reduce the food sales tax.
Source: KCUR News

Ranson Financial2021-11-09T06:55:09-06:00November 9, 2021|News|

USD 232 in De Soto hikes substitute teacher pay to highest rate in Johnson County to help deal with shortage

Facing a shortage of qualified substitute teachers, USD 232 in De Soto is increasing its sub pay rate to be more competitive with neighboring school districts. After some discussion, the USD 232 Board of Education last week voted 6-0 to increase the school district’s substitute teacher pay from $125 to $140 for the short term (or daily) rates and from $140 to $175 for long term rates. … With the increase in rates, USD 232 is now the highest-paying public school district for substitutes in Johnson County and remains one of the higher paying\ districts in the Kansas City metro. USD 232 now matches the rates of Bonner Springs/Edwardsville Unified School District and closely follows Kansas City Kansas and Turner school districts.
Source: Prairie Village Post

Ranson Financial2021-11-09T06:56:34-06:00November 9, 2021|News|

Broadband Dominates Tech Funding In Infrastructure Bill

Congress passed the long-awaited infrastructure bill Friday evening with bipartisan support after lengthy negotiations surrounding the bill’s provisions. In addition to being a major political win for President Joe Biden, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act also contains fresh funding for expansive technological updates. Calling it a “once-in-a-generation bipartisan infrastructure bill,” Biden highlighted one of the critical portions of the infrastructure bill: expanding high speed internet access across the country. “The bill will … make high-speed internet affordable and available everywhere in America,” he said in comments on Saturday following the bill’s passage.
Source: Route Fifty – All Content

Ranson Financial2021-11-09T06:57:23-06:00November 9, 2021|News|

New grant program launches for historic building revitalization

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced a new grant program that will move quickly to help revitalize underutilized, vacant and dilapidated downtown buildings in rural Kansas communities. The Historic Economic Asset Lifeline (HEAL) grant program is designed to bring downtown buildings back into productive use as spaces for new or expanding businesses; housing; arts and culture; civic engagement; childcare; or entrepreneurship. The matching grants will help address emergency needs for neglected buildings and assist building owners with eligible expenses for the revitalization of historic properties. Projects submitted must show potential as economic drivers in the community. … There are two funding categories under the HEAL program. Emergency HEAL grants provide immediate relief for buildings at risk of collapse. Emergency HEAL applications will be accepted from November 8-19 with awards announced November 23. All non-Emergency HEAL applications will be accepted until December 20 with awards announced January 10, 2022. Eligible properties must have historical or architectural significance and be in a downtown business district in cities of less than 50,000 population.
Source: KDOC

Ranson Financial2021-11-09T07:04:21-06:00November 9, 2021|News|

‘Pretty heavy’ requirement for driveways in rural Riley County areas

Riley County Commissioner Greg McKinley on Monday said he’s received complaints about a proposal that establishes driveway requirements for unincorporated part of the county. The county currently doesn’t have driveway requirements, but officials said the changes will allow easier and safer access for emergency responders. “I understand the purpose was to allow (EMS) access, but that seems like a pretty heavy requirement for a new home,” McKinley said. The commission didn’t vote on the matter Monday, but it continued discussion on the proposal. Proposed driveway requirements would only affect people building new homes in unincorporated residential developments in Riley County and wouldn’t affect existing homes.
Source: themercury.com

Ranson Financial2021-11-09T06:58:25-06:00November 9, 2021|News|

Baxter Springs police warn of hard to see home address markings

The Baxter Springs Police Department is asking residents to take steps to make sure first responders can find homes. The department says many homes do not have visible numbers to indicate the house address. Those numbers should be clearly visible and at least three inches tall.
Source: KOAMKOAM

Ranson Financial2021-11-09T00:28:48-06:00November 9, 2021|News|

Neighborhood revitalization plan gets green light from City Commissioners

Every eight years the city of Atchison votes on the Neighborhood Revitalization Plan. The city commissioners just voted for the city to partake in the 8th term that started October 31, 2021, and will end October 31, 2029. What does the Neighborhood Revitalization Plan (NRP) is intended to promote the rehabilitation, conversation, and/or redevelopment within all parts of the County in order to protect the public health, safety, and welfare of the residents of the County? What does that mean to homeowners? It means that incentives are offered in the form of a tax rebate. The tax rebate incentive is based on the incremental increase of qualified improvements of properties. The act authorizes municipalities subject to the Kansas Cash Basis Law to designate one or more areas within their boundaries as a “Neighborhood Revitalization Area.” The term “municipality” specifically includes any county, township, city, or school district.
Source: City Government | atchisonglobenow.com

Ranson Financial2021-11-09T00:25:38-06:00November 9, 2021|News|

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Pittsburg community works to make sure everyone has something for the holiday season

Charter Commission member withdraws Johnson County name change proposal but still wants to have ‘important discussion’

M.T. Liggett Art Environment showcases late artist’s ‘bizarre’ metal pieces near Mullinville

Both leading candidates for Kansas governor want to cut the sales tax on food

USD 232 in De Soto hikes substitute teacher pay to highest rate in Johnson County to help deal with shortage

Broadband Dominates Tech Funding In Infrastructure Bill

New grant program launches for historic building revitalization

‘Pretty heavy’ requirement for driveways in rural Riley County areas

Baxter Springs police warn of hard to see home address markings

Neighborhood revitalization plan gets green light from City Commissioners

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