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Detter: Experience near metro areas, rural settings will help in new role as Emporia assistant city manager

Mark Detter says he sees a lot of potential, which is why he moved back to Kansas to become Emporia’s next assistant city manager. Detter tells KVOE News Emporia is in a solid economic position, in large part because of its manufacturing base. Detter also sees Emporia’s educational base and events as attractions for people wanting to spend time here. Detter has been serving as the city manager in Valdez, Alaska, but he also has been a prior city administrator in Rose Hill and Andover — bedroom communities for the Wichita area. He says his experience in those settings will help him here.
Source: KVOE Emporia Radio

Ranson Financial2023-04-18T10:48:22-05:00April 18, 2023|News|

City of Emporia hosts landlord and tenant seminar Tuesday

A special seminar Tuesday afternoon sought to help local landlords and tenants find common ground when it comes to rental agreements and everything that goes with it. The City of Emporia welcomed Housing and Credit Counseling Inc. Tenant and Landlord Program Manager Abigail Panecatl who presented the informational seminar. Panecatl says the focus of the tenant and landlord program is to ensure both individuals are adequately informed as to the responsibilities that fall to them when entering into a rental agreement.
Source: KVOE Emporia Radio

Ranson Financial2023-04-18T09:11:47-05:00April 18, 2023|News|

Overland Park’s fire chief retires — Here’s what happens next

The process of finding Overland Park’s next fire chief is underway following the official retirement of Fire Chief Byran Dehner in March. The city has begun steps to fill this prominent role, which city officials say “leads the fire department, ensuring high-quality fire protection for Overland Park and surrounding communities.” He became the head of the Overland Park Fire Department in 1994 and served as its leader through a period of growth and change.
Source: Prairie Village Post

Ranson Financial2023-04-18T10:49:17-05:00April 18, 2023|News|

Lawrence City Commission to consider contract for permanent design of Old West Lawrence traffic devices

Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday will consider an agreement for the final design of devices intended to slow and reduce traffic in Old West Lawrence. The first round of the “traffic calming” pilot project in November 2021 caused some frustration for many residents of the neighborhood, as some temporary barriers forced people to turn at certain intersections rather than drive straight down streets, among other confusion. But the project first came about because many residents were concerned about safety, and drivers speeding through the neighborhood.
Source: The Lawrence Times

Ranson Financial2023-04-18T09:05:46-05:00April 18, 2023|News|

Interim parks director Thompson promoted to Manhattan assistant city manager

Wyatt Thompson, who has served as the Manhattan city government’s interim parks and recreation director for the past year, will join the City Manager’s Office as an assistant city manager, City manager Ron Fehr announced the change Monday. Thompson will be handling project management and supervision of the division leaders in building services and at the animal shelter. Today also is the first day on the job for Aaron Stewart, who was hired in March to replace former parks and rec department director Eddie Eastes, who retired in May 2022.
Source: themercury.com

Ranson Financial2023-04-18T10:45:16-05:00April 18, 2023|News|

HEAL Projects Breathing Life into Downtowns Across Kansas

A new strategy of timely investments in Historic Economic Asset Lifeline (HEAL) grants rolled out by Governor Laura Kelly’s administration are fueling many of these success stories. Funded by the Kansas Department of Commerce and the Patterson Family Foundation — which is dedicated to strengthening communities and particularly in rural areas — the HEAL matching grants are critical tools in revitalizing downtown districts and making them more economically vibrant.
Source: Kansas Department of Commerce

Ranson Financial2023-04-17T11:36:09-05:00April 17, 2023|News|

Johnson County Library goes fine-free

In a major milestone, Johnson County Library is no longer assessing daily fines for overdue materials. Patrons checking out books, DVDs or other materials from any of the library’s 14 branches no longer have to worry about the assessment of a fine for items returned after their due date. In addition, existing overdue fines have been removed from most patron accounts, and fees older than seven years have been waived.
Source: Johnson County Kansas |

Ranson Financial2023-04-17T10:36:40-05:00April 17, 2023|News|

Winfield 150th celebration signs available

The Cowley County Historical Society Museum is now celebrating Winfield’s 150 years by selling “Happy Birthday, Winfield!” yard signs for $20. “Our signs were designed by Bobby Valentine and printed by Cardinal Sign,” said Cindy Goertz, chairperson of the 150th event committee. “They are truly a work of art. They will look great in your yard or in your business window.” Signs can be picked up at the museum, 1101 Mansfield, from 1-4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. The Winfield Area Chamber of Commerce office, 123 E. Ninth Ave., and Do It Up Studio, 110 E. Ninth Ave., will also have signs available.
Source: The Arkansas City Traveler

Ranson Financial2023-04-17T10:35:05-05:00April 17, 2023|News|

Shook retires as clerk for Arkansas City

Lesley Shook has officially retired as City Clerk after more than two decades of service to the City of Arkansas City. Shook’s final day with the city was March 27. She was honored with a reception at City Hall. Shook began her career with the city in 1995 as an administrative secretary. Lesley was introduced as the City Clerk in 2008. Retirement plans include gardening and travel. A New Jersey native, Shook looks forward to more visits with her east coast family. Shook also plans to spend time with her granddaughter, Olivia, who lives with Shook’s son, Zach, and his wife, Abby, in Wilmington, N.C.
Source: The Arkansas City Traveler

Ranson Financial2023-04-17T10:32:47-05:00April 17, 2023|News|

The status of new cybersecurity laws proposed in Kansas

As employers in the private and public sectors adjust to the advent of flexible work over the last two years, they’re simultaneously trying to protect their organizations from attackers looking to steal and sell data. 2021 was a year defined by significant cyberattacks that crippled infrastructure and shut down hospitals, schools, and municipal governments. It’s the same year the Colonial Pipeline, which supplies gasoline to millions living in the Northeast U.S., was hobbled by a ransomware attack that triggered a gas panic and elevated prices for consumers.
Source: Wichita Eagle

Ranson Financial2023-04-17T11:39:39-05:00April 17, 2023|News|

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Detter: Experience near metro areas, rural settings will help in new role as Emporia assistant city manager

City of Emporia hosts landlord and tenant seminar Tuesday

Overland Park’s fire chief retires — Here’s what happens next

Lawrence City Commission to consider contract for permanent design of Old West Lawrence traffic devices

Interim parks director Thompson promoted to Manhattan assistant city manager

HEAL Projects Breathing Life into Downtowns Across Kansas

Johnson County Library goes fine-free

Winfield 150th celebration signs available

Shook retires as clerk for Arkansas City

The status of new cybersecurity laws proposed in Kansas

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