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WSU institute launches advisory board for economic growth
Wichita State University’s Institute for the Study of Economic Growth has named a seven-person advisory board to help the institute chart a path for boosting business regionally. ... “These pioneers have helped grow their businesses and their communities with great success,”…
Topeka city manager Brent Trout announces his resignation at the end of 2021
Topeka city manager Brent Trout said he will leave Topeka feeling like he belonged to the community. "I went to many, many events within this community and made very good friends here," Trout said. Trout said Thursday he will resign…
It started as a grocery store. Now this cutting-edge library is a gem in Olathe
Olathe’s Indian Creek Library has received a 2021 American Architectural Award. The library is among 125 recipients of what’s considered to be the most prestigious building awards program to honor new and cutting-edge design across the country. The new library,…
Miami County’s decision to not incorporate new city of Golden will be appealed
The debate over the proposed city of Golden will be moving across the street. Jennifer Williams, who filed a petition April 9 to incorporate about 9 square miles north of Hillsdale Lake into a city to block the march of…
Marion approves hike and bike trail proposal
A community committee’s proposal for a two-mile hike and bike trail was unanimously endorsed Monday by Marion’s city council. If the state approves a city grant application, the gravel and crushed limestone trail will cost the city $20,000. The remainder…
Fed votes not to raise interest rates
The FOMC voted not to raise interest rates from their anchor near zero, a move also expected by the market. The tie between interest rates and tapering is a vital one, and the statement stressed that investors should not view…
Salina votes ‘Yes’ on city ordinance
The citizens of Salina have made their voices heard and voted yes to enact a new ordinance in the city. The ordinance, which will limit the Salina City Commission’s power to impose restrictions on businesses and citizens during a declared…
Reno County Commission expands
It appears the Reno County Commission will expand to five members after nearly 54% of Reno County voters casting ballots approved the change on Tuesday. But, while the election outcome was clear, when and how the change occurs may be…
Garden Rapids wins award for innovations
Garden Rapids at The Big Pool is now an award winning pool. Jennifer Cunningham, Garden City assistant city manager, said the pool was awarded the World Waterpark Association's Leading Edge award at the Garden City Commission meeting Monday. Cunningham said…
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