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Augusta to reconsider ban on some dog breeds
In a Facebook post on Wednesday, Sept. 7, the City of Augusta announced that it will reconsider its dog breed ban at its next meeting that is scheduled for later this month. "The City Council will begin considering a preliminary…
Mayor Padilla receives second wave of art as the Topeka’s art initiative continues
You may have seen some of the art in City Hall, but now it has a new home. The Mayor's Art Initiative in Topeka wrapped up its first showing on Wednesday. Art that was displayed in Mayor Mike Padilla's office…
Leawood Foundation raising funds for permanent restrooms on city trails
The Leawood Foundation, an organization that funds city amenities that might not be funded by tax dollars, is working to add public restrooms along the city’s trail system. Project details: As one of the organization’s 2022 initiatives, the foundation has begun raising…
Labor Day Bash: Atlanta community hosts three-day celebration
The 137th annual Labor Day Celebration, “Sweet Home Atlanta,” was last weekend, and visitors to Atlanta on Monday started lining up on Main Street about 9 a.m. to get a good spot for watching the annual parade scheduled to begin…
Scott City looks at reducing fee for produce vendors
How many watermelon or ears of corn must one sell to cover the City of Scott City’s vendor fee? City council members are in general agreement the answer is “too many,” which is why they are looking at the prospect…
South Hutchinson residents might see their water rates increase soon
South Hutchinson residents may see a rise in their water rates next year after the city council agreed to review the city’s ordinance establishing monthly rates. City Administrator Joseph Turner contends language in the ordinance has been misinterpreted since at…
Municipal Bond Trends for September 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.
Topeka temporarily repeals residency requirement it’s had since the early 1980s
Topeka's city government is rescinding, at least for the next five years, the residency requirement it's had in place since the early 1980s.The Topeka City Council voted 7-2 Tuesday evening to approve an ordinance taking that step, which is aimed…
Sedgwick’s Historical Society to be a major hub for Fall Festival
As could be expected, with this year’s Fall Festival (Sept. 17-18) celebrating Sedgwick’s 150th anniversary, the historical society will be even more involved than normal. From dancing showgirls to old-time photos, to horseshoe and blacksmithing demonstrations, the northeastern edge of…
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