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Lawrence approves regulations, fees for long-term program to allow patios in downtown parking stalls
After some debate about increasing the fee beyond the proposed $1,000 per parking stall, city leaders adopted the proposed long-term regulations for a program that has temporarily allowed downtown businesses to construct patios and outdoor dining areas in downtown parking…
Concerns grow about blocked crossings in Marshall County
Union Pacific trains blocking crossings in Marshall County has gained more attention in recent years as trains have gotten longer, some extending beyond two miles. The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office issued a reminder to the public last week to contact…
A look at Iola’s Past — Riverside Park shaped local sports legacies
The one constant through all the years of Iola sports has been Riverside Park, from harness races in the early years of the 20th century, to track meets ball games and swimming competitions today. Riverside Park once looked nothing like…
Municipal Bond Trends for July 20, 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.
Animal board recommends banning Wichita pet stores from selling dogs, cats from breeders
A recommendation to ban pet stores from selling dogs and cats from breeders gained approval from Wichita’s Animal Control Advisory Board on Wednesday. Board members said the recommendation will be sent to the Wichita Police Department and then to the…
Silver Lake PD issues statement on Uvalde shooting ahead of school year
Silver Lake Chief of Police Marc McCune took to social media to make a statement on the school shooting that took place in Uvalde, Texas on May 24. McCune said he has studied the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School…
Lawrence police embrace ‘less-lethal’ shotguns
The Lawrence Police Department has now fully transitioned to the use of "less-lethal" shotguns. According to the LKPD, the traditional shotguns that have been in use since the 1970's have now been fully retired and all ammunition has been safely…
Governor Laura Kelly Announces Registration Open for 2022 Kansas Renewable Energy Conference
Governor Laura Kelly today announced that registration for the 2022 Kansas Renewable Energy Conference is now open. The conference is an annual event held by the Kansas Department of Commerce to showcase the latest industry trends and developments. ... The…
Albuquerque and Wichita Took Different Approaches to Pandemic Court Closures. They Got Different Results
...Bernalillo County, which includes Albuquerque, suspended such trials for much of 2020 and 2021. Meanwhile, new cases kept pouring in, partly as a result of the surge in violent crime that accompanied the pandemic. ... Six hundred miles east of…
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