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Powell: ‘No guarantee’ Fed can tame inflation

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said there’s “no guarantee’’ the central bank can tame runaway inflation without hurting the job market. Speaking Wednesday at a European Central Bank forum in Sintra, Portugal, Powell repeated his hope that the Fed can achieve a so-called soft landing — raising interest rates just enough to slow the economy and rein in surging consumer prices without causing a recession and sharply raising the unemployment rate. “We believe we can do that. That is our aim,’’ he said. But the Russian invasion of Ukraine, he said, had made the job mor2e difficult by disrupting commerce and driving up the price of food, energy and chemicals. “It’s gotten harder,’’ Powell said. “The pathways have gotten narrower.’’
Source: The Iola Register

2022-06-30T00:09:54-05:00June 30, 2022|News|

Housing boom rolls on in Goddard

The housing boom in Goddard shows no signs of slowing. With multiple new subdivisions under construction, the city council on Monday approved rezoning of two parcels to allow construction of even more homes. A four-acre property immediately north of the Orscheln store, which is located on US-54 Highway, was donated to the city in December 2020.
Source: Times-Sentinel Newspapers » Feed

2022-06-30T07:58:42-05:00June 30, 2022|News|

Conway Springs orders new ambulance

It will take nearly two years to get here, but the wheels have been set in motion for the city of Conway Springs to purchase a new ambulance for its EMS Department. A request to purchase the new ambulance was brought before the council last week by EMS director Christina Jones. Jones said that with the time it will take for the new ambulance to be constructed and delivered, now was the time to make a decision.
Source: Times-Sentinel Newspapers » Feed

2022-06-30T07:59:20-05:00June 29, 2022|News|

Where does your water come from?

Last week’s boil order in the City of Wichita impacted thousands of water customers in the city, as well as customers on water systems that are supplied by Wichita. According to Wichita city officials, a “glitch” in the system was not picked up quickly enough, causing cloudy water. Tests showed that the water remained chlorinated. Chlorine is added to water systems for disinfection.
Source: Times-Sentinel Newspapers

2022-06-30T08:01:12-05:00June 29, 2022|News|

Differing opinions continue to stall Wind Energy Moratorium

The Brown County Commission met on Monday morning, and with a decision expected to implement a moratorium against the development of commercial wind energy in the county was once again delayed as commissioners clashed on details of the proposed moratorium. At the County Commission meeting on June 6, County Attorney Kevin Hill presented a proposed moratorium on wind energy development, per the request of the commission. The proposed ordinance would impose a $1,000 per day fine for any company in violation, and would stand for 18 months, unless extended at that time. The moratorium would give the commission time to put a Comprehensive Plan in place, which would include zoning guidelines among other items.
Source: hiawathaworldonline.com

2022-06-29T23:34:07-05:00June 29, 2022|News|

Tornado recovery in Andover is still very much a work in progress

It’s been two months since a powerful tornado hit Andover, leaving hundreds of people to pick up the pieces. Today many of the houses that were damaged still look the same. Many houses have shattered windows and a lot of the damage remains from the storm two months ago. Homeowners say the biggest reason they have had to wait on repairs is because a lack of supplies. Things like windows are taking multiple months to come in and so other work inside the houses have to wait until it can be sealed up. “We really… we try and keep our heads up and you know, nose to the grindstone. it doesn’t do anybody any good, especially us to throw a pity party,” said Zach Dinicolasaid.
Source: KAKE – News

2022-06-29T23:30:25-05:00June 29, 2022|News|

KDOT seeking comment on State Rail Plan

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is requesting comments on the draft Kansas Rail Plan. This document provides an overview of freight rail networks in Kansas, commodity flows, economic data and, additionally, information about passenger rail service in the state. Rail plan updates are required every five years. Federal guidelines require a public comment period of 30 days, which concludes on July 22. The draft document for the State Rail Plan may be viewed online at https://www.ksdot.org/bureaus/burRail/rail/default.asp and alternative formats are available by calling 785-296-3585.
Source: Derby Informer | Area

2022-06-29T23:26:43-05:00June 29, 2022|News|

Community Facade Improvement program picking up steam in Derby

More than halfway through 2022, the city’s new Community Facade Improvement program has been utilized minimally – but that could be set to change soon. According to Assistant City Manager for Development Dan Squires, two Derby businesses have been approved for CFIP grants so far, two more applications have been received and a handful of other business owners have been calling with questions about additional submissions.
Source: Derby Informer | News

2022-06-30T08:10:57-05:00June 29, 2022|News|

Fire departments in Lyon County receive state tax help

Some of your fire insurance payments have returned to Lyon County to help local fire departments. Kansas Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt announced Wednesday that $162,447.57 has been distributed to seven Firefighter Relief Associations across the county. The allocation occurs each year under state law. The funds come for a two percent tax paid by insurance companies on “fire and lightning insurance premiums written in Kansas,” a statement from Schmidt’s office said. FRAs can use the money to pay firefighters’ health and life insurance costs. They also can purchase new fire trucks and gear, while improving fire stations.
Source: Emporia Gazette

2022-06-30T08:11:26-05:00June 29, 2022|News|

Kansas small town recognized by national travel website

A small town with deep historical connections has been recognized by a national travel website. Abilene was doubly recognized by TravelAwaits during their “Best of Travel Awards” for 2022. Abilene was recognized along with other scenic towns and cities from around the world. Abilene claimed two awards this year from TravelAwaits: Favorite U.S. Small Town and Friendliest U.S. Small Town. This is the second year in a row that Abilene was recognized as the Favorite U.S. Small Town by TravelAwaits due to its strong ties to the Wild West and cattle trade.
Source: KSNT 27 News

2022-06-29T23:21:30-05:00June 29, 2022|News|
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