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Riley County Commission lifts restriction of 2,000 people in large events; K-State to welcome football fans at 25% capacity

info2020-08-18T07:15:41-05:00August 17th, 2020|

Riley County Commissioners, acting as the board of health Monday, went against the recommendation of the local health officer, and tentatively approved Local Health Order No. 18 with a modification to remove the 2,000 capacity limit. The order which takes effect Tuesday, and will be in place until rescinded or superseded, will essentially allow K-State to bring fans into Bill Snyder Family Stadium for football games this season. Commissioners were hesitant at first to agree, but ultimately were persuaded by Athletic Director Gene Taylor who stated the university’s mitigation plan is extensive and will help keep fans safe. Source: 1350 KMAN

Kansas sees biggest 7-day jump in reported COVID-19 cases

info2020-08-18T07:16:03-05:00August 17th, 2020|

Kansas on Monday reported its biggest seven-day increase in novel coronavirus cases since the pandemic began as the total number exceeded 35,000. The state Department of Health and Environment said Kansas had another 1,282 confirmed and probable cases since Friday, an increase of 3.8%, for a total of 35,167. The state reported 3,437 new cases since Aug. 10, for a seven-day average of 491 new cases a day. The previous high for the pandemic was 479 cases a day for the seven days ending July 17. Kansas has seen reported cases double over the past six weeks. Source: fox4kc.com | FOX [...]

Brown County water districts to receive funding

info2020-08-18T07:16:32-05:00August 17th, 2020|

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director for Kansas Lynne Hinrichsen recently announced funding awards through the agency’s Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant Program for seven Kansas community projects. More than $15.4 million will be awarded to these communities to modernize critical drinking water and wastewater infrastructure. The funding will allow for the continued delivery of safe drinking water or construction of modern wastewater management facilities, both of which substantially improve public health and wellbeing. Source: hiawathaworldonline.com

Shawnee County voters shatter mail balloting record

info2020-08-18T07:17:06-05:00August 17th, 2020|

Almost five times as many mail ballots were cast in Shawnee County in the Aug. 4 primary election than had ever been cast in a primary here before. Voters submitted 14,100 mail ballots in that primary, compared to the previous known record of 2,884 set during the August 2016 primary, said Shawnee County election commissioner Andrew Howell. He attributed the surge in mail ballot voting in part to fears over COVID-19. But even before the pandemic, Howell said, residents here told him they increasingly preferred the convenience of voting in advance by mail or at the county election office. Howell said [...]

Survey: Many renters say they remain priced out of Johnson County’s housing market

info2020-08-18T07:17:15-05:00August 17th, 2020|

Most of those who rent in Johnson County do so because they can’t afford to buy their own home. That’s according to preliminary results of a countywide housing survey conducted by United Community Services of Johnson County. Some of the survey data will be compiled and presented in the nonprofit’s annual Human Services Summit next week. Launched by Johnson County, cities within the county and UCS, the 2020 Johnson County Municipalities Community Housing Study is part of a joint study and task force with Johnson County and local cities to collect opinions on housing options from people who live and/or work in the county. [...]

Municipal Bond Trends for August 14, 2020

info2020-08-17T07:46:57-05:00August 17th, 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.

New grant money available to help small businesses

info2020-08-17T21:27:11-05:00August 16th, 2020|

Miami County businesses will soon be able to apply for grants to help companies that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Small Business Working Capital (SBWC) grants are available for Kansas businesses with fewer than 500 employees, according to a news release posted on the state Department of Commerce website. The funds can be used to pay working capital expenses such as payroll, rent, mortgage insurance, utilities, inventory and other expenses, according to the release. Grants are to be awarded on a rolling (first-come, first-serve) basis until the funds are depleted, according to the state. Grant applications will be accepted [...]

Haysville eco devo director settles into new spot

info2020-08-17T07:25:31-05:00August 16th, 2020|

A new office is beginning to feel like home. That’s the case for Zach McHatton, who serves as economic development director for the City of Haysville. McHatton is finishing the chore of moving his office into the historic Vickers service station in downtown Haysville. The move is part of a shuffle that also saw the Haysville Chamber of Commerce move out of the building and into the historic bank building near the Haysville Community Library. via Times-Sentinel Newspapers

Highway would benefit Clearwater and Haysville

info2020-08-17T07:27:04-05:00August 16th, 2020|

Rural communities surrounding the south side of Wichita may one day find it easier to travel from one side of town to the other. An update on the ARC 95 plan was presented to the Clearwater City Council at the July 14 meeting. ARC 95 is a plan to construct a south Sedgwick County highway from Kellogg and Greenwich to 95th Street South, across 95th Street South to 119th Street West and back up ... via Times-Sentinel Newspapers

City of Hoisington to double support for Chamber of Commerce

info2020-08-17T07:28:22-05:00August 16th, 2020|

With plans for the Hoisington Labor Day celebration greatly scaled back this year due to concerns over COVID-19, the Hoisington Chamber of Commerce sent out a letter to donor friends this past week asking for their continued support this year and next through sponsorship of the 2021 celebration. In light of the Chamber’s importance to the city’s ongoing economic development, City Manager Jonathan Mitchell asked council members Monday night to consider increasing the usual financial support the city has routinely provided each year. “Giving $5,000 sets a really good example for our other businesses and organizations that are maybe wondering what [...]

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