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Municipal Bond Trends for May 2, 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.
Fears of a Fed mistake grow as this week’s anticipated interest rate hike looms
The Federal Reserve is tasked with slowing the U.S. economy enough to control inflation but not so much that it tips into recession. Financial markets expect the central bank on Wednesday to announce a half-percentage point increase in the Fed's…
Lt. Governor Toland Announces Applications Open for Rural Mural and Public Art Program
Lieutenant Governor and Commerce Secretary David Toland announced that grant applications are open for the Rural Mural and Public Art program. The Kansas Department of Commerce will provide matching funds for communities to create new murals and public art projects…
10-Year Treasury Yield Hits 3% for First Time Since 2018
The worst bond rout in decades hit a new milestone Monday with the yield on the 10-year Treasury reaching 3% for the first time since late 2018. The yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note, which rises when bond prices…
Olathe may annex nearly 175 acres for Garmin’s expansion
Olathe-based Garmin Ltd., the maker of GPS and electronic devices, could continue to deepen its footprint in the city at the southwest quadrant of 151st Street and Lone Elm Road. On Tuesday evening, the City Council will review the annexation…
Andover is opening an extra storm shelter for residents Monday
The city of Andover is opening its storm shelter at City Hall for residents who need a place to hunker down if weather gets severe. Public shelters at the concession stand restrooms at the 13th Street Ball Diamonds and at…
Mission mourns loss of former city councilmember Suzie Gibbs, a ‘one of a kind’ civic leader
The Mission community is mourning the loss of Suzie Gibbs, a beloved and active leader this week. Gibbs served more than two dozen years on the Mission City Council, volunteered countless hours of her time to various charities and managed…
Riley County signs deal to offer fraud detection service
Riley County residents will be able to sign up for a service that aims to detect property and mortgage fraud. The Riley County Commission unanimously approved Monday an agreement with Fidlar Technologies to implement a property fraud alert system. The…
Andover residents coming to grips with new reality after EF-3 tornado
Days after a powerful tornado left widespread damage and heartbreak, residents in Andover were still picking up pieces left from the EF-3 storm. Leaders said it could be years before the community is whole again. The twister carved a 4-mile…
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