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Unable to reach a contract agreement, Shawnee Mission teachers warn of ‘mass exodus’

2020-01-29T06:50:45-06:00January 29th, 2020|

Union representatives in the Shawnee Mission school district warned there could be a “mass exodus” of teachers now that the two sides have failed to agree on a new contract for this school year — despite negotiating since last spring. “Special education (teachers) could walk out today. There are openings in districts 10 miles from here in special ed. Young teachers can go to other districts and make more money,” said Linda Sieck, president of the National Education Association-Shawnee Mission. “Secondary teachers might be willing to take a pay decrease to know that their district is interested in working with teachers.” [...]

Here’s what to know about the coronavirus that might be in Lawrence, Kansas

2020-01-29T06:50:04-06:00January 29th, 2020|

On Tuesday the Kansas Department of Health and Environment announced that a person in Lawrence is being investigated for possible exposure to the virus. Missouri health officials say they have not identified any cases of the virus. Though deaths have been reported in China, most people who get sick from the virus will recover on their own, says the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. People infected usually spread it to other people by coughing or sneezing, or through personal contact — such as touching or shaking hands. (Read more: KC Star Local News)

Dodge City police officer wasn’t using lights and sirens before deadly crash, cops say

2020-01-29T06:49:11-06:00January 29th, 2020|

A western Kansas police officer who crashed his patrol vehicle into a car, killing its driver, while responding to an emergency call was not using lights and sirens. The wreck happened early Saturday morning as Cpl. Shane Harris was responding to a break-in in progress call, law enforcement officials said. Vanessa Guzman drove into the path of the patrol vehicle, and the resulting collision rolled her car over a guardrail. She was ejected as the car rolled and died of her injuries. The Dodge City Police Department said Tuesday in an update on the case that the officer was not using [...]

Labette County Judge hearing cases in new location

2020-01-29T06:47:18-06:00January 29th, 2020|

Starting this week, a Labette County Judge will hear cases in a new location and county officials may have to spend money outside the budget to accommodate the change. The 11th Judicial District has moved Judge Fred W. Johnson’s docket from the Labette County Judicial Center in Parsons to the courthouse in Oswego. The change came from the direction of 11th Judicial District Chief Judge Oliver Kent Lynch of Columbus, who did not give a reason for the change. County leaders say moving the judge’s docket will cost the county and the city money. (Read more: KSNF/KODE – FourStatesHomepage.com)

Reno County supports public health funding increase

2020-01-29T06:52:19-06:00January 29th, 2020|

The Reno County Commission on Tuesday offered support for a request to state lawmakers to nearly double the state’s allocation for a category of annual public health funding. “The State Formula Grant, which is dedicated funding for the KDHE in the state’s budget, has remained flat since 1992,” Reno County Health Department Director Nick Baldetti advised the commission. The Kansas Association of Local Health Departments, of which Reno County is a member, is seeking a $4.1 million allocation next year, which is then dispensed to health departments around the state. The annual allocation is now only $2.2 million, from which Reno [...]

Municipal Bond Trends for January 27, 2020

2020-04-16T08:06:44-05:00January 28th, 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 Advisors.

10-year Treasury yield falls to lowest since October as coronavirus fears deepen

2020-01-27T21:59:26-06:00January 27th, 2020|

The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield hit its lowest level in more than three months as investors grew increasingly concerned about the economic impact of the fast-spreading coronavirus. The yield on the 10-year Treasury note... was lower at around 1.609%, while the yield on the 30-year Treasury bond was also lower at around 2.058%. The 10-year Treasury yield touched a low of 1.603% in the session, its lowest level since Oct. 10. Chinese officials confirmed Sunday that there had been more than 2,700 confirmed cases of the deadly pneumonia-like virus, including 461 people in a critical condition as the death toll rose [...]

Olathe temporarily changes street to Chiefs Ave. ahead of Super Bowl

2020-01-27T21:50:39-06:00January 27th, 2020|

Getting ready for the Big Game on Sunday, the City of Olathe decided to unofficially change one of their street signs to Chiefs Ave. to help cheer on the Kansas City Chiefs as they face the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LIV. On Monday the city announced the new street signs, which can be found on Santa Fe Street in front of City Hall. The city also lined the street with flags. People are allowed to stop by and take a selfie with the sign and post it on the city’s social media page. (Read more: KSNT News)

Manhattan and Riley County leaders consider economic development sales tax renewal

2020-01-27T20:26:57-06:00January 27th, 2020|

Manhattan and Riley County leaders are taking the first steps towards renewing an economic development sales tax. This is a county wide half-cent sales tax that expires in 2022. The tax generates around $4.5 million annually with $2.7 million going to the city of Manhattan. City and county leaders are now discussing whether to keep the tax as it is or expand it to include other parts of Manhattan and Pottawatomie County. Assistant City Manager Dennis Marstall said the money gets used in a variety of ways across the city and county. (Read more: KSNT News)

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