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New banners brighten up Sabetha Main Street
When you drive down Main Street, you may notice the new banners on the light posts encouraging Sabetha patrons to shop local. “We wanted to brighten up Main Street while advertising and promoting our local businesses using the #BeSabetha, #ShopSabetha,…
Zillow analysis: Wichita is place to move for singles looking for love
Wichita's affordability makes it tops among the 100 largest U.S. metros for singles relocating and looking to meet others who are single. That's according to a new analysis from Zillow, the Seattle-based national real estate and rental marketplace. "Remote work has…
Tiny food pantry in Overland Park hopes to expand to help more people
A tiny food pantry in Overland Park is hoping to expand and serve more people. "Extension cords running across the yard," said Jennifer Parker, of the Tiny Pantry Times. Parker admits the early months of her tiny neighborhood food pantry…
Kansas election officials prepare for record high turnout in Primary
The clock is winding down to register to vote for the Primary election in Kansas. Some election offices in the state Capitol are seeing a spike in voter registration, as the “Value Them Both” amendment is expected to draw large…
Attend the Kansas Infrastructure Summit – July 13 – 14
Cities, counties and the private sector are encouraged to attend the Kansas Infrastructure Hub’s Infrastructure Summit July 13 - 14 in Wichita to learn about the many grant opportunities available under BIL, discuss strategies for preparing winning grant applications, and…
Negative fans contribute to Kansas shortage of officials
Kurt Loesch and the rest of the officiating crew were walking off the field after a Friday night football game, a hotly contested conference rivalry. A voice from the stands rang out, “I hope you get home safe tonight!" Loesch…
Municipal Bond Trends for July 8, 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.
Hillsboro youth working and playing in the garden
The Hillsboro Elementary Community Garden Club has been having fun while working hard on cleaning up the garden and harvesting all the growing vegetables. They have been giving away a lot of fresh veggies to community members. “Thank you so…
Grant allows low-income people to get free rides in Harvey County
People with low incomes can breathe a little easier for a while because they can apply for taxi ride aid through the Harvey County Department on Aging. That’s thanks to a grant from the Newton Community Foundation Impact Fund, according…
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