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Johnson County approves 14% pay bump for sheriff’s deputies
Johnson County Sheriff’s deputies are in line for a raise. On Thursday the Johnson County Board of Commissioners (BOCC) voted unanimously to increase starting pay for sheriff’s deputies. The sheriff’s department will now use a step pay plan for sworn…
Lawrence police use Google ‘geofence’ to identify suspect in late night break-in
You can find nearly anything on Google, and Lawrence police are using the tech giant’s data to track and identify crime suspects. One such suspect is on trial this week in Douglas County District Court. The suspect, Lee Andrew Mitchell…
Hutchinson’s Fall Fest begins today
It’s officially Fall, the weather is gorgeous, and it’s time to party. Bring on Hutch Fall Fest! Coming up this Friday and Saturday, September 30 and October 1, the festival kicks off the autumn season with a weekend jam-packed with…
Municipal Bond Trends for September 29, 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.
Here is the city’s 5-phase plan to fix WPD’s problem-riddled evidence facility
Wichita City Manager Bob Layton took a lot of heat Monday after announcing a list of big problems at the Wichita Police Department evidence building after an audit almost two years ago. "Based on what I heard from the chief,…
Charges filed after 68 dogs seized from Conway Springs home
Sumner County officials have seized 68 dogs from a home in Conway Springs, and the homeowner was arrested for cruelty to animals. Deputies found the dogs suffering from poor health, malnourishment and traumatic injuries. Three dogs were taken last week by…
Hall celebrates retirement from DRC after 18 years
Jay Hall has been a friendly face to co-workers and patrons of the Derby Recreation Center for nearly 18 years. As a facility coordinator, he helped ensure the rec center was running smoothly by overseeing the building operations while on…
Slate of fall festivals set to begin
A number of neighboring communities will be hosting fall festivals in the coming weeks, with Andover and Rose Hill among them. First up, Greater Andover Days will be held Sept. 30 through Oct. 2, with a number of additions to…
Olathe ranks No. 3 on Fortune list of Best Places to Live for Families
Olathe is the third-best place in the United States for families to live, according to a Fortune report. The ranking highlights areas in the U.S. where multigenerational families are most likely to have access to critical resources, community support and…
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