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November general election breakdown: Why some Kansas communities are pushing for a sales tax increase
The November general election is just one week away. Besides candidates, thousands of Kansas voters will vote on ballot questions. From new fire stations to better parks and even mental health services, several community leaders said they need extra funding…
Thrive’s goal: Getting people to work in Allen County
County commissioners will need to consider whether to pay more to expand a countywide transportation program to round-the-clock coverage. The current schedule doesn’t help people who need to get to work. Three local industries are willing to contribute to costs…
Manhattan nixes Sunday AM liquor sales proposal
Liquor stores and retailers will have to wait on any loosening of local rules about alcohol sales. Manhattan city commissioners on Tuesday discussed amending local ordinances to allow the sale of liquor to begin at 9 a.m. Sundays, which is…
Municipal Bond Trends for October 27, 2021
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.
Water use in Garden City grows
Water consumption in Garden City is on a slight upward trend, but is about 5% less in 2021 than in 2020, which was an abnormally high-water usage year. Fred Jones, Garden City Water Resource Manager, gave an update on water…
Municipal Bond Trends for October 26, 2021
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.
Snowy winter predicted in Johnson County — see if your city requires homeowners to shovel sidewalks
Ok, we realize it’s not even Halloween yet, but residents of Johnson County may want to make sure they have their snow shovels ready. This winter could be a harsh one, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, which says the…
Iola raises pay 5.9%
Christmas came early for Iola city employees Monday night. Council members approved a 5.9% cost of living adjustment to employee paychecks next year, mirroring the same increases Social Security recipients will receive next year. The city traditionally has tied its…
How a meatpacking plant changed one Kansas town 40 years ago and left a Colorado community behind
Garden City and Lamar share the same river, the same highway, the same railroad line and the same Dust Bowl past. And through the 1960s, they were roughly the same size. But the population of Finney County — home to…
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