Flint Hills Trail gets new bridge to benefit cyclists
The Flint Hills Trail runs from Osawatomie to Council Grove and offers views of riverside bluffs, woods, rolling farmland and tallgrass. Source: CJonline
Municipal Bond Trends for June 18, 2025
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.
Power outages, 3-inch hail, downed trees and power lines in south-central Kansas
More than 10,000 homes and businesses in Wichita were without power as of 11:50 a.m. Wednesday after storms throughout the day Tuesday hit south-central Kansas, bringing hail up to 3 inches and wind gusts around 80 mph. Source: Wichita Eagle
Fed holds key rate steady, still sees two more cuts this year
Along with the rate decision, the committee indicated, through its closely watched "dot plot," that two cuts by the end of 2025 are still on the table. However, it lopped off one cut for both 2026 and 2027, putting the expected future rate cuts at four, or a full percentage point. Source: CNBC
Reporter takes a look behind the scenes of a weekend patrol in Hesston
Sometimes things can be interesting, and other times, things can be quiet on a weekend night in Hesston. Source: Harvey County Now
Wichita seeking artists for downtown sculptures
The city of Wichita recently opened a request for proposals for visual artists interested in creating permanent outdoor sculptures for 14 existing pedestals located throughout Wichita’s central core districts of Old Town, Downtown and Delano. Source: www.derbyinformer.com - RSS Results in news/area_news of type article
County works to extend pedestrian pathway
During its June 11 meeting, the Sedgwick County Commission took the first official steps on a project that will extend a pedestrian pathway from Derby to fully connect with Rose Hill. Source: www.derbyinformer.com - RSS Results in news/area_news of type article
Merriam City Council approves next step for $120 million development project
The Merriam City Council on Monday night discussed moving forward with a $120 million development project. The mixed-resident and retail development would be built at the site of the former Johnson County Library branch, just north of Shawnee Mission Parkway. The city council approved all 13 items presented during the special meeting, including planning and zoning the issuance of general obligation bonds and a community improvement district to help fund the Grand Market Place Development, which includes a new grocery store and apartment complex. Source: FOX 4 Kansas City WDAF-TV | News, Weather, Sports
Municipal Bond Trends for June 17, 2025
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.
County administrator settling into new role
Kevin Frymire said his transition from the private to the public sector is going well so far. Frymire took over as Harvey County Administrator on May 27, moving from his longtime career as an assisted living administrator. The county began searching for a new administrator after Anthony Swartzendruber announced his resignation in December. Source: Harvey County Now