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A chalk walk: Contest means sidewalks, paved spots in JoCo get a bit more colorful
Overland Park is getting a little more colorful — courtesy of an art supply beloved by children and creative adults. The Chalk the Walk program has encouraged residents of all ages to create their masterpieces on sidewalks, driveways and even…
Municipal Bond Trends for August 25, 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.
This morning’s Powell speech may reveal interest rate plans
U.S. Treasury yields were higher on Friday as investors awaited a speech by Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell who is expected to give an indication of the central bank's hawkishness.... Markets will be watching Powell's speech at 9 a.m. CT…
Independence introduces online budget resource accessible to citizens
City introduces online budget resource accessible to citizens the City of Independence is working through its annual budget process and is offering a new tool to aid citizens in budget understanding. In furtherance of its goal to continually improve operational…
Pittsburg business receives Economic Development Grant
A Pittsburg business is hoping to breathe new life into an old building. Owners of the White Elephant Emporium have started renovating their new home at 804 North Broadway. The project is expected to cost more than $100,000 with the…
Local museum re-enacts Newton Massacre
Audie Heller portrayed Hugh Anderson in the Hide Park shootout re-enactment on Saturday night, strolling into a “saloon” and blasting away at one man at point blank range. As he shot during the two performances, which took place on about…
Scott City takes steps to adopt tree ordinance
City Administrator Brad Pendergast said the city has an ordinance to deal with diseased trees, but not trees that are dead or are a risk to surrounding property. At the risk of “opening a can of worms” with respect to…
Johnson County leaders debate truck traffic enforcement on rural roads
As Johnson County leaders continue to debate how to best manage truck traffic on rural roads, people that live in the unincorporated part of the county say the traffic is putting their safety at risk. During the Johnson County Board…
Barton County backs water district improvements
A half century ago, Barton County Rural Water District 1 was formed to serve a small territory just north of Hoisington. Now, it wants to join forces with the sprawling Russell County Rural Water District 3 in a multi-million plan…
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