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Hutchinson/Reno County chamber working to attract nuclear power plant
With encouragement from city government, the Chamber is trying to attract the Bill Gates-owned company TerraPower. TerraPower announced on Sept. 23 that they had signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Evergy and the Kansas Department of Commerce to build…
Marketing, new residents fuel Renwick growth
There was a good reason why Renwick Superintendent Tim Hayden had a big smile on his face when being interviewed about this year’s enrollment: its up. And not just a few students, but 71. Last school year, the district had…
Black Squirrel Fest slated Saturday
Black Squirrel Fall Fest returns to Broadway Saturday — the city’s annual salute to its mascot. Designated Black Squirrel City in 1972, Marysville will mark the day from 3 to 11 p.m. with afternoon attractions that build into an after-dark…
Municipal Bond Trends for October 15, 2025
The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of AA rated bond trades reported to the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board’s EMMA® system. Every issuer's credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive…
What recent settlements mean for local governments
Topeka and Shawnee County have paid out over $1.4 million in the past two years to settle various claims and lawsuits. A Washburn University faculty member who is a former city official suggests the rise in lawsuits could stem from…
Municipal Bond Trends for October 14, 2025
The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of AA rated bond trades reported to the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board’s EMMA® system. Every issuer's credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive…
Municipal Bond Trends for October 13, 2025
The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of AA rated bond trades reported to the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board’s EMMA® system. Every issuer's credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive…
Downtown decorative trees being removed
City workers in Arkansas City removed several trees on Summit Street last week and plan to cut down the remaining trees in the downtown area. City spokesperson Shana Adkisson said Monday that tree roots have damaged curbs and sidewalks, blocked…
Fed Governor Waller sees more rate cuts but says central bank needs to be ‘cautious about it’
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said Friday that he continues to support lowering interest rates but said the central bank needs to be careful amid conflicting economic signals. “I’m still in the belief we need to cut rates, but we…
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