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KU football’s resurgence is bringing more fans to Lawrence — and headaches to some merchants
Walk down Massachusetts Street on any given Saturday you’ll and probably see a decent amount of people. When there’s a home football game, that amount increases significantly, especially this season. On Saturday, lines for restaurants extended out onto Mass Street,…
Wichita police chief finalists talk plans, transparency, controversies
Changing the culture of the Wichita Police Department is a top priority for both candidates for the city’s top law enforcement job. But the two chief finalists have different plans for how to achieve that goal. The city of Wichita…
Osage County deputy recognized for saving life at Kansas state park
An Osage County Sheriff's deputy is being recognized for his quick actions which helped save a person's life. Deputy Richard Hamm was presented with a Life Saving Award by Sheriff Chris Wells on Monday for his actions on Aug. 20,…
Overland Park kicks off comprehensive plan update
Overland Park is asking residents for input to help decide the direction of growth for the city. FrameworkOP, the City’s process to update its comprehensive plan, is officially underway with a community kickoff event called “Framing Our Future Workshop.” The…
Emporia Main Street excited for future of tech based startups following announcement of EDA grant award to Center of Rural Innovation
Entrepreneurial resources are continuing to expand in Emporia thanks to an announcement by Emporia Main Street Director Casey Woods.... Woods stated Rural Innovation Strategies of the Center of Rural Innovation (CORI) recently applied for grant funding, with the assistance of…
Have a roaring good time at Argonia Street Race
Good autumn weather is expected for the fifth annual Argonia Car Show and Street Race. This event has become a big deal for Argonia, with a population of just a few hundred people. “It’s very exciting for everybody, from little…
Reno County installs new information kiosk
Responding to frustrations expressed by people turned away at the vehicle tag office because they didn’t have all the necessary paperwork, often after waiting in line for up to an hour, Reno County has installed a new information kiosk inside…
Understaffed and stressed: Kansas nursing homes, hospitals
The workforce at Kansas hospitals and nursing homes is increasingly tied to firms that aren’t regulated at the state level and are often out-of-state — and those facilities say they are fed up and want action. Finding enough workers is…
Municipal Bond Trends for October 7, 2022
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 Bond Advisors, Larry Kleeman and Beth Warren.
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