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Rental crisis still looms

A recently announced state program to help with overdue rent impacts from novel coronavirus could be a big boost to many struggling local families. With the continued rise in infections, however, and the likelihood it will affect some jobs for months, officials in helping agencies are concerned the assistance may not be enough to keep the community, already experiencing growing homelessness, from suffering a serious housing crisis. Complicating the situation, at least one property manager said, is an influx of new residents seeking to escape larger cities because of the virus, putting greater pressure on landlords and an already tight housing market.
Source: Local – The Hutchinson News

Ranson Financial2020-11-02T06:49:34-06:00November 2, 2020|News|

In race for Sedgwick County Treasurer, one candidate campaigns for no more elections

One of the candidates for Sedgwick County Treasurer in Tuesday’s election wants to be the last person ever elected to the office. “I hope to be the last who has to run for this seat,” said Democrat Charity Kennedy, who is campaigning in part on eliminating the role of county treasurer as an elected position and transitioning it to a nonpolitical staff role. “Imagine a county treasurer who is devoted totally to serving the public instead of worrying about her next election. Right now, after reviewing certain financials of the treasurer’s office, I’m seeing opportunities for more efficient use of taxpayer funds. It’s time we demand a culture of taxpayer trust in Sedgwick County government.”
Source: Local News | Wichita Eagle

Ranson Financial2020-11-02T06:50:01-06:00November 2, 2020|News|

JoCo will study its sewage in hopes of getting ahead of next COVID-19 surge

Health experts in Johnson County will soon be studying bowls of swirling water to help them predict a possible next coronavirus surge. But it won’t be tea leaves they’re reading. Instead, it will be sewer samples. The county has joined a statewide study of community sewage systems in Kansas that experts hope could give them up to a one-week jump on the next wave of the disease. Samples from six wastewater treatment plants in the county are being collected so scientists can look for RNA from SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, which has caused more than 14,000 infections, 560 hospitalizations and 201 deaths to date in Johnson County. The county is joining a study that started in May on a smaller scale and has now grown to 97 of Kansas’ 105 counties.
Source: Shawnee Mission Post

Ranson Financial2020-11-02T06:50:41-06:00November 2, 2020|News|

With suicide up 70% in Wichita so far this year, police want people to talk to each other

Wichita police want people to talk with each other as the suicide rate climbs amid the coronavirus pandemic. Total suicides are up more than 70% and suicide attempts by firearm are up 150% year-to-date as of Friday, Officer Paul Cruz said. “We just noticed that the numbers are higher,” Cruz said. “Regardless of what the circumstances are … it’s just an alarming rate. We’re trying to sound the alarm for our community to bring awareness. The best thing we can do as a department and the No. 1 thing we can do is talk about this and bring awareness.
Source: Local News | Wichita Eagle

Ranson Financial2020-11-02T06:50:59-06:00November 2, 2020|News|

Pittsburg names new Fire Chief

A new Fire Chief is appointed for a Southeast Kansas community. After serving as the Interim Fire Chief, Dennis Reilly has been announced as the new Pittsburg Fire Chief. Reilly has served in stations all over the U.S. and says this is one of the smoothest transitions he’s experienced thanks to the cohesiveness of the team. Dennis Reilly, Pittsburg Fire Chief, said, “I inherited a very well run, very well equipped, very well staffed fire department. I think that we have an excellent group of professionals in here in the fire department and I’ve been very impressed with the city overall. The leadership in the city, the commitment to excellence and community.” Reilly has served in New Jersey, California, North Carolina, and Missouri. He even served on a search and rescue team following the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
Source: KSNF/KODE

Ranson Financial2020-11-02T06:51:14-06:00November 2, 2020|News|

AGCO plant shut down following COVID-19 cluster

The Harvey County Health Department has confirmed an outbreak of COVID-19 cases at Plant 1 of the AGCO facility in Hesston. According to a news release, 23 employees tested positive. Those individuals remain in isolation. The Newton Medical Center is working with AGCO to test the remainder of Plant 1 employees using rapid-result antigen tests during a drive-through testing event Friday. If test results are negative, the employee can return to work as soon as Monday. When employees return to Plant 1, they will continue to wear masks and will follow strict guidelines to prevent another outbreak. Workers will be tested every seven days until the outbreak is no longer considered active.
Source: KAKE – News

Ranson Financial2020-11-02T06:46:52-06:00November 2, 2020|News|

Kansas deputy killed in accident involving school bus

An eastern Kansas deputy is dead following an accident involving a school bus. The Kansas Highway Patrol said the accident happened Friday afternoon in Leavenworth County near the town of Tonganoxie. Deputy Corporal Daniel R. Abramovitz was driving an unmarked sheriff’s vehicle when it collided with a school bus. The bus driver was hospitalized with injuries characterized as not life-threatening. A child on the bus had minor injuries that did not require hospitalization.
Source: Wichita Breaking News, Sports & Crime |

Ranson Financial2020-11-02T06:51:22-06:00November 1, 2020|News|

Treasury yields dip as coronavirus cases surge and election uncertainty continues

U.S. Treasury yields moved lower on Friday after coronavirus cases globally reached a single-day record, along with uncertainty ahead of next week’s U.S. presidential election. The yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note fell to 0.822% at 5:14 a.m. ET, while the yield on the 30-year Treasury bond dipped to 1.597%. … It comes after the number of confirmed coronavirus cases recorded daily hit a record 500,000 on Thursday. Traders were also mindful of the U.S. election next week.
Source: CNBC – Bonds

Ranson Financial2020-10-30T08:42:17-05:00October 30, 2020|News|

Municipal Bond Trends for October 29, 2020

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 Financial2020-10-30T08:10:52-05:00October 30, 2020|News|

Weight limits placed on more county bridges

There are 370 bridges in Barton County, some of which are a century old. A lot has changed in 100 years, and some of the older structures can’t handle today’s heavier vehicles. As a result, County Engineer Barry McManaman told the County Commission Monday morning that traffic has to be restricted on an increasing number of them. So, commissioners approved establishing weight limits on a new batch of bridges maintained by the county, action that rescinded a resolution adopted in March 2019.Source: Great Bend Tribune

Ranson Financial2020-10-30T08:10:03-05:00October 30, 2020|News|

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Rental crisis still looms

In race for Sedgwick County Treasurer, one candidate campaigns for no more elections

JoCo will study its sewage in hopes of getting ahead of next COVID-19 surge

With suicide up 70% in Wichita so far this year, police want people to talk to each other

Pittsburg names new Fire Chief

AGCO plant shut down following COVID-19 cluster

Kansas deputy killed in accident involving school bus

Treasury yields dip as coronavirus cases surge and election uncertainty continues

Municipal Bond Trends for October 29, 2020

Weight limits placed on more county bridges

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