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Introducing kids to Baxter Springs public safety
The Baxter Springs Police Department welcomes the public to an evening meet-and-greet. The event was held Monday (7/18) at the Baxter Springs PD. The department has added several new officers and administration personnel, Giving the public a chance to meet…
Arma takes delicious trip through the decades
Southeast Kansas got a delicious look through the decades. Today the Miner's Hall Museum held a presentation looking into the early drive-ins and restaurants in Arma. It was part of the ongoing exhibit highlighting Arma's past since it was a…
Mayor of Topeka chosen for global leadership initiative
The mayor of Topeka has been selected to participate in a year-long education and professional development program that aims to improve the city's leadership capabilities. Mayor Mike Padilla is one of 40 mayors from around the world chosen to participate…
Lawrence City Commission to begin discussion of proposal to ban single-use plastic bags
After recently requesting to take up the issue again, city leaders will soon consider whether to pursue an ordinance that would ban single-use plastic bags. As part of its meeting Tuesday, the Lawrence City Commission is scheduled to receive a…
Municipal Bond Trends for July 18, 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.
Army to provide update on remediation of De Soto property that will be site of $4B battery plant
U.S. Army officials will give an update on the cleanup of the former ammunition plant in De Soto that is to be the location of a $4 billion Panasonic battery plant. The Army plans a public hearing on Wednesday to…
Derby shifting to fleet management program for city vehicles
Given recent issues the city has seen purchasing and replacing a number of department vehicles, staff looked into a fleet leasing agreement with Enterprise – which the Derby City Council officially approved at its July 12 meeting. Under the fleet…
Women Only exhibit on display at Art Gallery
The Chanute Art Gallery is currently showcasing its new exhibit, Women Only. This exhibit, which is open through August 27, is a collection of works from 26 artists and includes nearly 200 pieces. Source: The Chanute Tribune
Fed Officials Preparing to Lift Interest Rates by Another 0.75 Percentage Point
Federal Reserve officials have signaled they are likely to raise interest rates by 0.75 percentage point later this month, for the second straight meeting, as part of an aggressive effort to combat high inflation. Policy makers left the door open…
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