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Upcoming historic tours of La Yarda to highlight ‘incredible story’ of the Lawrence neighborhood
The Lawrence Preservation Alliance’s upcoming “After La Yarda” historic walking tours will take tourgoers through the La Yarda neighborhood to learn about the past and present of its people. La Yarda was a tight-knit community of Mexican American railroad workers…
There’s light at the end of the tunnel in Johnson County’s quest to set rules for utility-scale solar
Johnson County commissioners are on the verge of finalizing new regulations for large-scale solar farms. With the commission set to consider revised regulations at its June 6 meeting, a huge renewable energy project dawns. The hotly contested debate began in…
An artful tie between man, nature: Here’s where to find ‘Symbiosis’ in Johnson County
Shawnee artist Matthew Dehaemers has been chosen to create a temporary art installation at Shawnee Mission Park, which will be on display this summer. The public can see “Symbiosis,” which will be fully installed by June 3, at the entrance…
Quality and growth continue: Community theater renamed to Theatre Salina
As people drive down Iron Avenue in Salina, they may notice a new sign and name at a familiar and popular destination in the downtown area, Theatre Salina. h Earlier this year what, was once Salina Community Theatre, made the…
Municipal Bond Trends for May 26, 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.
Munis on a tear, yields plummet almost half a percent in a week
Municipals continued their rally Thursday with yields falling by another 12 to 15 basis points while U.S. Treasuries were little changed and equities rallied. Secondary trading pushed yields lower again. Certain prints showed bonds trading up by more than 65…
Public input sought on Garden City comprehensive planning
The City of Garden City is holding public meetings on May 23 and June 3 to allow residents to share opinions prioritize a draft Comprehensive Plan and Downtown Recommendations. Garden City is home to people from all over the world…
Johnson County board approves $1 million loan for affordable housing apartments in Shawnee
Commissioners in Johnson County approved a $1 million loan Thursday to aid in the construction of an affordable housing development in Shawnee. The measure passed 5-2 with Commissioners Charlotte O’Hara and Michael Ashcraft voting against the funding. At last week’s…
City: Train track has arrived in Parsons
The track for the Parsons Kiwanis Club’s Pancake Special train arrived in the city last week from Kansas City. City Manager Debbie Lamb told the Sun the track arrived last Wednesday. At this time, city officials aren’t sure when the…
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