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AG Opinion 2026-11: Schools – Nonpublic Accreditation; Secure Storage

info2026-10-20T17:28:35-05:00October 20th, 2026|

Synopsis: Backpacks and lockers that are accessible to students during the school day do not satisfy HB 2299’s minimum requirements for the secure storage of personal electronic devices. HB 2299 amends K.S.A. 72-5170 to provide that "[e]ach nonpublic school accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the state board of education shall be entitled to the same rights as nonpublic schools accredited by the state board of education." This provision is not limited to matters related to the personal electronic device ban found in other provisions of the bill. Cited herein: 2026 Senate Substitute for House Bill 2299; [...]

AG Opinion 2026-10: Municipal fire codes

info2026-10-20T17:25:34-05:00October 20th, 2026|

Kansas municipalities may not adopt local fire codes that are less restrictive than the Kansas Fire Prevention Code. Read more: Kansas Attorney General Opinions

Municipal Bond Trends for October 19, 2026

Henry Schmidt2026-10-20T10:24:04-05:00October 20th, 2026|

The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of AA rated bond trades reported to the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board’s EMMA® system. Every issuer's credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive Financial Advisory services for your local government, contact your Ranson Financial Municipal Advisor, Larry Kleeman, or Henry Schmidt.

Topeka needs more housing

info2026-10-20T07:47:48-05:00October 20th, 2026|

Topeka needs to add more than 200 housing units every year for the next two decades, a bank leader says, but there are four things holding back housing supply. Read more: CJonline

City of Girard unveils new 10-acre solar farm

info2026-10-20T07:46:55-05:00October 20th, 2026|

How does this assist and give back to the residents? The short answer, “cheaper utilities.” Read more: Morning Sun

Municipal Bond Trends for October 16, 2026

Henry Schmidt2026-10-19T09:54:51-05:00October 19th, 2026|

The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of AA rated bond trades reported to the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board’s EMMA® system. Every issuer's credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive Financial Advisory services for your local government, contact your Ranson Financial Municipal Advisor, Larry Kleeman, or Henry Schmidt.

Municipal Bond Trends for October 15, 2026

Henry Schmidt2026-10-16T10:39:33-05:00October 16th, 2026|

The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of AA rated bond trades reported to the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board’s EMMA® system. Every issuer's credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive Financial Advisory services for your local government, contact your Ranson Financial Municipal Advisor, Larry Kleeman, or Henry Schmidt.

El Dorado voters consider ban on some data center, battery energy storage projects

info2026-10-16T08:55:48-05:00October 16th, 2026|

If the ban passes in the Nov. 3 general election, it would take effect immediately and remain in place for 10 years. Read more: KSN-TV

Local deputy creates sensory backpack project

info2026-10-16T08:55:41-05:00October 16th, 2026|

Across the nation, law enforcement officials are implementing new methods to communicate more effectively with community members with autism or other sensory sensitivities. Read more: Homepage

Marysville Historic District Listing Offers Benefits for Property Owners

info2026-10-16T08:55:21-05:00October 16th, 2026|

Wayne Kruse, OneMarysville executive director, said in a press release that this gives downtown property owners and people interested in investing in Marysville access to financial incentives that can make improvements to historic buildings more affordable. Read more: KCLY Radio