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Abandoned building fires causing concern for Topeka Fire Department
Early Monday morning the Topeka Fire Department responded to a building fire believed to have been set intentionally. The estimated damage? $0. That’s because this isn’t the first, second, or third time this building has caught fire this year. According…
Masks required for visitors at City of Topeka buildings effective Dec. 14
If you are going to visit a city of Topeka building beginning Tuesday, Dec. 14 you will be required to wear a mask. According to a city official, "this decision was made as a result of the increased community spread…
As Johnson County solar farm plan faces opposition, proposed regulations get more restrictive
Because solar utilities are new to the area, Johnson County currently has no regulations on the books governing solar farms. That includes rules for things like setbacks, landscaping, size and decommissioning of the panels once their useful life is over.…
City manager wants to privatize Wichita’s golf courses with Illinois management company, parks board puts it on hold
It's no secret that Wichita is a big golfing community. "I play 200 rounds of golf a year in the public courses," said Dale Goter. But now, the future of our public courses is now hanging in the balance. "The…
Wyandotte County launches program to reduce strain on emergency services
A new program in Wyandotte County, Kansas, is working to reduce the strain on the health care system. ... WYCO Care Connection is bringing non-emergency care right to people’s homes. “When we talk about people who frequently use 911 calls…
‘A good heart for everything’: Colleagues celebrates longtime Emporia city manager’s retirement
One thing is certain. Mark McAnarney will never break his arm because he was patting himself on the back. Instead he gives praise to the people around him who had the city’s best interests at heart. McAnarney retired this month…
Municipal Bond Trends for December 10, 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.
Property nuisance questions rise again
A recent request of the Cowley County Commission by a landowner has brought to light the ongoing issue of nuisance properties and what the county can and can’t do about them. Brett and Lisa Gottlob, of Georgetown, Texas, formerly of…
Ark City campaigns against stormwater pollution
The City of Arkansas City is renewing an effort this autumn to raise citizen awareness of the dangers of stormwater pollution and help to prevent it entirely. As part of this campaign, citizens are reminded that loose leaves, brush, and…
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