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How city manager Dennis Marstall plans to ‘move the needle’ for Wichita
Wichita's new city manager Dennis Marstall discusses the failed sales tax and his plans to boost economic development and quality of life during the Wichita Business Journal's ICT Summit. The failure of the proposed 1% sales tax in March raised…
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Girard celebrates new solar farm
Girard city leaders celebrated a new 2-megawatt solar production facility last week at a ribbon cutting held Oct. 19. The facility began producing energy in August. It’s estimated to supply around 15% of the city’s annual electricity needs, according to…
Fort Scott Approves Solar Project at Water Treatment Plant
The Fort Scott City Commission has voted 3–1 to approve a 225-kilowatt solar system with a small battery backup at the city’s water treatment plant, with projected energy savings of about $30,000 annually. Commissioners Matthew Wells, Tracy Dancer and Julie…
Hays Adopts Resolution to Utilize Edwards County R9 Ranch Water Supply
Hays established an official policy framework for managing municipal water obtained from the R9 Ranch in Edwards County. The resolution underscores Hays’ commitment to utilizing this vital resource in a judicious, efficient, sustainable, and economically beneficial manner while protecting long-term…
Mural celebrating Pittsburg history unveiled at Immigrant Park
Downtown Pittsburg was a site for historical celebration today as a mural detailing the city’s history was unveiled. Immigrant Park hosted many to view a mural completed by artist Gary Lofts in conjunction with Pittsburg Beautiful. The beautification committee wanted…
Municipal Bond Trends for October 23, 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…
Rulings lead to data center limitations on ballot in 3 Kansas cities
El Dorado, Emporia and Ottawa will have ballot questions generated from citizen-led petitions. El Dorado and Emporia voters will consider whether to prohibit “high impact data centers” that require a peak electrical load exceeding 10 megawatts, or a daily water…
Commerce’s Inaugural BLOCK Grant to Transform Downtown Liberal
A $500,000 grant will support a concentrated revitalization effort in downtown Liberal, bringing property owners, businesses and community partners together to create visible improvements and build momentum for continued investment. Rather than funding isolated building improvements, BLOCK is designed to…
Governor Kelly Announces $12.9 Million in Broadband Acceleration Grants
The Broadband Acceleration Grant (BAG) awards will be matched with almost $14 million in private and local investment, resulting in approximately $27 million to expand high-speed internet access across 44 rural Kansas counties. Read more: Kansas Department of Commerce
A prank made her the first female mayor in US
Susanna Madora Salter became the first female mayor in the United States after being elected in Argonia, Kansas, in 1887. Salter's name was placed on the ballot as a prank by a group of men, but she won with a…
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