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These Johnson County incumbents are tapping out as local politics get more hostile
While the incumbents gave various reasons for stepping down, the increasing polarization and hostility around issues in the city, in some ways mirroring national trends, are discouraging them from staying any longer. Read more: KC Star
Bourbon County Commission Discusses Bitcoin Mining Noise Issue
Derek Raines asked for a moratorium and a noise resolution regarding the bitcoin mining natural gas generators near his property... Raines said that the stress of having the constant noise is taking a toll on him and his family. Neighbor Kimberly…
Municipal Bond Trends for October 7, 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…
City ordinance vs state law fuels Wichita campaign dispute
Kansas state law allows candidates for local office in large cities such as Wichita to accept $2,000 political contributions while the city of Wichita’s ordinance caps that amount at $500. Confusion over changes to Kansas campaign finance law has led…
Municipal Bond Trends for October 6, 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…
Pension modernization will make KPERS ‘easy for everyone to use’
The Kansas Public Employees Retirement System is undergoing a five-year, $74 million modernization project. The new system aims to be easier to use for members, employers and staff. The project, which is on schedule and on budget, is expected to…
Municipal Bond Trends for October 3, 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…
Sedgwick looks to upgrade its parks
Carissa McMullen and Nathan Harrell of Landworks Studio presented the Parks Master Plan at the Sedgwick City Council Meeting on Wednesday evening. McMullen said that the purpose of the plan is to present the vision for the future. Since April,…
Coalition offers long-term supportive housing solutions aimed at families in McPherson
Accessing long-term stable housing is a challenge for many, and one Kansas nonprofit is providing those homes to people working to get back on their feet. In February, the McPherson Housing Coalition opened up the first home in its Sutherland…
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