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Proclamation marks MFG Day in Barton County/City of Great Bend

The face of manufacturing may change, but it is not going away. That is the message Great Bend Chamber of Commerce President Megan Barfield had for the Barton County Commission Tuesday morning. It was also the point of joint Barton County/City of Great Bend proclamation approved by commissioners making Friday as Manufacturing Day. Each year, Manufacturing Day is held on the first Friday in October in order to provide students, parents and the public with information on modern manufacturing. Events continue throughout the month, showing the reality of modern manufacturing careers by encouraging thousands of companies and educational institutions around the nation to open their doors to students, parents, teachers and community leaders, Barfield said.
Source: Great Bend Tribune

Ranson Financial2021-09-29T06:59:06-05:00September 29, 2021|News|

Wichita tweaks new law to exempt some witnesses to street racing and vehicle stunts

A week after approving an ordinance to punish people who watch street racing, donuts, burnouts, wheelies and other vehicle stunts, the City Council rewrote part of it to try to prevent innocent bystanders from getting swept up in the ordinance’s mandatory fines. In the week between first approval and the final passage that occurred on Tuesday, City Attorney Jennifer Magana recommended changing the ordinance’s definition of a “spectator” to exempt those who are “unintentional witnesses or passersby to events.” While street racing and exhibitions of automotive speed and power were already illegal, the new ordinance makes it illegal for the first time to be part of a gathering to watch an unauthorized race or car/motorcycle stunt, or being present when preparations are being made for such events.
Source: Local News | Wichita Eagle

Ranson Financial2021-09-29T06:53:11-05:00September 29, 2021|News|

Municipal Bond Trends for September 28, 2021

The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of MBIS “investment grade” yields. Every issuer’s credit is different. For rates that may be applicable to your municipality, contact our Municipal Bond Advisors, Larry Kleeman and Beth Warren.

Ranson Financial2021-09-29T06:52:50-05:00September 29, 2021|News|

Muni yields rise to a more ‘normalized’ absolute range

Municipal yields rose as much as seven basis points in spots along the curve Tuesday as municipal investors rode the rapid rise in U.S. Treasuries and a volatile equity market as a time to move the asset class into a higher-yield environment. Triple-A benchmark yield curves cut levels by two to seven basis points. Selling pressure was felt across the curve, but most in the belly once again, where high-grade names were trading off, but bid-side depth was weak, traders noted. Municipals have not tracked directly with the UST moves, where the 10- and 30-year UST has risen 24 and 26 basis points, respectively, from Wednesday. Municipals have seen yields rise by 16 and 11 basis points on the 10- and 30-year, respectively, from Wednesday. Participants are waiting on month/quarter end calendar flip to react fully.
Source: The Bond Buyer

Ranson Financial2021-09-29T06:52:09-05:00September 29, 2021|News|

Douglas County Commission to consider proposal to bar more housing near Lawrence unless the city expands

County leaders will soon consider approving regulations that would prohibit new neighborhoods in rural areas near the City of Lawrence unless that land is ready to be added to the city. As part of its meeting Wednesday, the Douglas County Commission will consider an amendment to subdivision regulations for Lawrence and the unincorporated areas of Douglas County. The proposed changes represent a turnaround from the relative ease of subdividing rural or agricultural land into residential lots in recent decades, and would prohibit subdivisions for rural residential developments going forward unless the city approves expanding its boundaries to incorporate the land.
Source: LJWorld.com.

Ranson Financial2021-09-28T07:03:55-05:00September 28, 2021|News|

Bird scooters now available in Prairie Village

Residents and visitors can now ride Bird scooters throughout Prairie Village. After the city council approved a one-year pilot program with Bird Rides, Inc., the scooters are now available throughout the city. Riders can use the scooters in bike lanes and on the road, but not on sidewalks.
Source: Shawnee Mission Post

Ranson Financial2021-09-28T07:02:26-05:00September 28, 2021|News|

10-year Treasury yield tops 1.54%, reaching highest point since June

The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield topped 1.54% on Tuesday morning, its highest point since June, amid concerns around persisting inflation. … Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, in prepared remarks to be delivered on Tuesday, warned that higher inflation may last longer than anticipated. … In the prepared speech, he said that economic growth has “continued to strengthen” but has been met with upward price pressures caused by supply chain bottlenecks and other factors. “Inflation is elevated and will likely remain so in coming months before moderating,” Powell said.
Source: CNBC – Bonds

Ranson Financial2021-09-28T06:50:43-05:00September 28, 2021|News|

City of Altamont welcomes new city administrator

The city of Altamont is appointing a new city administrator. During last week’s city meeting, council appointed LeaAnn Myers to the role. Myers has been with the city for eleven years and has secured grants to upgrade Altamont City Park.
Source: KSNF/KODE

Ranson Financial2021-09-28T06:48:47-05:00September 28, 2021|News|

Midwesterners Are Breathing Smoky Air From California Wildfires, New Research Shows

Blood-red sunsets in the Midwest are striking but ominous illustrations of new data: Parts of the Midwest are being exposed to more wildfire smoke from the West Coast and Canada compared to more than a decade ago. Experts say the impact of the smoke on health in the region is a concern. Meteorological patterns — weather, air currents, fronts — sweep wildfire smoke hundreds of miles across the country. Nowhere in the Midwest is this increased exposure to wildfire smoke more pronounced than in western Nebraska.
Source: KCUR News

Ranson Financial2021-09-28T06:48:16-05:00September 28, 2021|News|

Hutch Fall Fest aims to celebrate the Hutchinson community

Hutch Rec is partnering with the Hutchinson Chamber’s Downtown Hutch and the Downtown Hutchinson Rod Run to create a new two-day Hutch Fall Festival, set for next weekend, to celebrate Hutchinson and the community that surrounds it. The inaugural event will include a multitude of activities for everyone in Hutchinson, children to adult, to enjoy. HutchFest used to be held in June each year, during the week leading up to July 4th. Due to hot weather and limited success in recent years, it was decided to replace that with one held in the fall, said Amy Conkling, director of marketing and development at the Hutch Rec.
Source: Hutch News

Ranson Financial2021-09-28T06:33:26-05:00September 28, 2021|News|

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Proclamation marks MFG Day in Barton County/City of Great Bend

Wichita tweaks new law to exempt some witnesses to street racing and vehicle stunts

Municipal Bond Trends for September 28, 2021

Muni yields rise to a more ‘normalized’ absolute range

Douglas County Commission to consider proposal to bar more housing near Lawrence unless the city expands

Bird scooters now available in Prairie Village

10-year Treasury yield tops 1.54%, reaching highest point since June

City of Altamont welcomes new city administrator

Midwesterners Are Breathing Smoky Air From California Wildfires, New Research Shows

Hutch Fall Fest aims to celebrate the Hutchinson community

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