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Chetopa hires extra assistance for snow removal
Ahead of the winter storms that dropped inches of snow in Labette County earlier this month, the Chetopa City Council on Feb. 1 gave approval to hire extra help for snow removal. The council approved a contract with Anthony Conard…
Study: America’s economy has seen talent ‘shift’ to heartland over the last decade
America’s economy has seen a "shift" in workforce talent from coastal cities to the country's heartland over the last decade, according to a new study. The study, conducted by Heartland Forward, a think tank with a focus on economic renewal, analyzed…
KwiKom wants to bring broadband to Paola
Faster and more reliable internet for residents and businesses in northern Paola soon could be available if the city and KwiKom Communications are able to obtain a state grant. Paola City Council members received an update on the plan during…
Merriam moves ahead with plan to redesign key downtown corridor
The city of Merriam approved a nearly $450,000 design contract with BHC Engineering for work along Merriam Drive in downtown, from Johnson Drive to 55th Street. ... The design scope includes the portion of Merriam Drive from Johnson Drive to…
Municipal Bond Trends for February 16, 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.
A few Kansas jails are finally allowing medical care for opioid addiction
A recent decision to let people continue treatment for drug addiction while in the Sedgwick County Jail in Wichita reflects a significant shift in thinking at Kansas sheriffs’ offices that is gaining momentum. Sedgwick officials no longer take people off…
Minutes show Fed ready to raise rates, shrink balance sheet soon
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday released the minutes from its Jan. 25-26 meeting. Following the meeting, the policymaking Federal Open Market Committee said it would not raise interest rates yet but strongly indicated a hike is on the way as…
City Council taking steps to address vacant properties in Topeka
City officials are moving forward with taking action over those vacant properties around the city. With Tuesday's vote, the City of Topeka is adopting updated standards for building code enforcement. It is now in line with two sets of standards…
Bill seeks to reduce excessive record fees
A Kansas Senate panel considered Monday how best to proceed with amending the state’s open records act to increase transparency without triggering unintended consequences and placing an undue burden on municipalities. Senate Bill 386 would limit fees for copying and…
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