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Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. building new COVID-19 sample collection manufacturing facility in Lenexa

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., a biotechnology company with offices in Lenexa, is building a new facility in the city to ramp up manufacturing of products for COVID-19 sample collection and transportation. Planning of the new $40 million manufacturing facility is underway, thanks to a contract the company received from the U.S. government last month to provide highly specialized viral transport media.
(Read more: Prairie Village Post)

Ranson Financial2020-06-11T08:02:48-05:00June 11, 2020|News|

Spirit to furlough hourly employees on 737 Max program in Wichita as Boeing stops work

Most Spirit AeroSystems hourly employees in Wichita directly associated with production work and support functions for the 737 program will be furloughed beginning Monday, according to Spirit. The furloughs are in response to Boeing’s directive to Spirit to stop producing 737 Max ship sets, Spirit officials said. It will affect around 900 people at the company. Spirit will implement the furloughs for the Wichita employees through July 6 for a total of 21 days, said Keturah Austin, senior manager for corporate communications at Spirit.
(Read more: Local News |)

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Municipal Bond Trends for June 10, 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 Financial2020-06-11T08:00:06-05:00June 11, 2020|News|

Wyandotte County DA announces plans for new unit to investigate police misconduct

The Wyandotte County District Attorney’s Office on Wednesday announced plans to create an independent arm to investigate accusations of excessive force or misconduct by police officers. During a news conference, District Attorney Mark Dupree said his office hopes to add three investigators to probe complaints reported by the public, which residents will be able to submit through email and a hotline in English and Spanish. “If we are to really bring about systematic change, we must change the systems that have allowed the act of a few bad to go unseen and unchanged,” Dupree told reporters.
(Read more: Local News |)

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Sedgwick County seeing slow increase in COVID-19 cases since reopening

Sedgwick County continues to see a slow increase in COVID-19 cases since reopening in late May. Health officials warn that those that do choose to go out, shouldn’t let their guards down. Sedgwick County Health Officer Dr. Garold Minns says because of the virus’s two-week incubation period, it’s hard to say for sure why the rise in cases is happening in the county. In Wichita, some continue to follow recommended guidelines from the federal and state levels, wearing masks and social distancing. Others say the feel safe without those precautions as long as they’re not considered high risk.
(Read more: KWCH News)

Ranson Financial2020-06-11T08:18:18-05:00June 11, 2020|News|

County tax burden rates lowest in region

Marion County has the lowest combined tax burden of any surrounding county, according a new analysis by financial technology company SmartAsset. Combined impact of income, sales, property, and fuel taxes are reflected in the analysis, released this past week. Overall, Marion County ranked 42nd lowest among the state’s 103 counties.
(Read more: Marion County RECORD)

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March makes impact in McPherson

“No justice, no peace” was among many chants shouted in the McPherson community during its first-ever Black Lives Matter march on Saturday afternoon. Even with a high temperature of 98 degrees, an estimation of 400 people in different age groups all united in McPherson College and walked two miles to Lakeside Park with their signs, making their voices around the community heard while being escorted by the McPherson Police Department. For Molly Anderson, a McPherson native and one of the head organizers of this march, it was an overall success and she was pleased with the turnout and how peaceful the protest was. She believed the message was finally delivered.
(Read more: Leavenworth Times)

Ranson Financial2020-06-11T07:56:05-05:00June 10, 2020|News|

McPherson awarded $132,000 in grant funds to help with COVID-19 relief

McPherson was one of 66 Kansas counties and cities to receive Community Development Block Grants to support COVID-19 response. City Administrator Nick Gregory announced Monday that McPherson was awarded a total of $132,000 to help small businesses. “The City of McPherson received word that they were selected to receive a 2020 Small Cities Community Development Block Grant, CDBG-CV grant, in the amount of $132,000.00 to assist McPherson businesses with eligible working capital costs associated with economic recovery from the COVID-19 Pandemic,” Gregory said. “The original application was for $300,000, but we are extremely grateful for the funds awarded to the city.” A preliminary inquiry identified 22 local businesses in need of funds who were potentially eligible.
(Read more: McPherson Weekly News » Feed)

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Manhattan city leaders hope sidewalk sales, outdoor seating will help struggling businesses

The Manhattan City Commission recently passed a new ordinance that could result in more sidewalk sales and outdoor seating areas at restaurants. The new ordinance allows businesses to apply for a permit to expand into publicly owned areas, like sidewalks and streets. The permit will allow businesses to expand outside from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. each day. The permits will expire on October 31. Deputy City Manager Jason Hilgers said he hopes the new ordinance will help both businesses and nervous consumers.
(Read more: KSNT News)

Ranson Financial2020-06-11T07:57:40-05:00June 10, 2020|News|

ESU President addresses budget shortfalls, plans for fall semester

Emporia State University President Allison Garrett said school leadership had cut 20 positions — including four current employees — and would be looking at more budget cuts as the university is facing a $2.2 million shortfall heading into the fall 2020 semester, during a Tuesday morning town hall. The forum addressed faculty- and student-submitted questions concerning the virus’ effect on the school’s budget, as well as covering initial reopening plans for the fall semester. “I know that you all are aware that Emporia State, like other institutions, is facing some budget challenges,” Garrett said. “I shared that with you back in early January and asked [faculty and staff] to be mindful how [they are] spending money during the rest of the fiscal year. I want to say ‘thank you,’ because you’ve certainly done that. We also recently shared that we had a need to identify $2.2 million dollars worth of budget savings.”
(Read more: Emporia Gazette)

Ranson Financial2020-06-11T07:57:49-05:00June 10, 2020|News|

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Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. building new COVID-19 sample collection manufacturing facility in Lenexa

Spirit to furlough hourly employees on 737 Max program in Wichita as Boeing stops work

Municipal Bond Trends for June 10, 2020

Wyandotte County DA announces plans for new unit to investigate police misconduct

Sedgwick County seeing slow increase in COVID-19 cases since reopening

County tax burden rates lowest in region

March makes impact in McPherson

McPherson awarded $132,000 in grant funds to help with COVID-19 relief

Manhattan city leaders hope sidewalk sales, outdoor seating will help struggling businesses

ESU President addresses budget shortfalls, plans for fall semester

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