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The bond market is torn over the potential for higher inflation and lower growth
A volatile environment for government bonds is reflecting a highly uncertain future for the U.S. economy, pointing to both slower growth and stubborn inflation. After a burst higher earlier this year that scared markets, Treasury yields have fallen back sharply…
North Newton residents discuss benefits of solar energy
Rodger Nugent’s electrical bills were cut by more than 60% after he installed solar panels nearly two years ago. Nugent is one of about 10 residents in North Newton who have solar panels on their roofs. He said he was…
Wichita Public Schools workers vote overwhelmingly in favor of new union contracts
Employees at Wichita Public Schools voted overwhelmingly to approve new union contracts with the district after USD 259 added a bonus and other worker-friendly provisions, said Esau Freeman, the business representative for the union. SEIU Local 513 represents non-teacher employees at USD…
These Johnson County school districts will not mandate any masks for start of school
As COVID-19 cases spike throughout the Kansas City area, almost all of Johnson County’s school districts have decided not to mandate masks when classes begin next month. This week, the Blue Valley district decided masks will be optional for everyone,…
Kansas closes fiscal year with $758 million above estimated tax receipts
Kansas' tax receipts at the end of the 2020-21 fiscal year exceeded anticipated revenue levels by $758 million. Gov. Laura Kelly attributed this growth to signs that efforts to strengthen the states' economy are working. Others say it's time to…
Lawrence approves close to $2M in pay increases for three unionized worker groups
Expressing appreciation for the results of a long negotiation process, city leaders have approved close to $2 million in pay increases for three unionized employee groups, including the newly unionized solid waste workers. At its meeting Tuesday, the Lawrence City…
County health officers regained powers as delta variant cases spike in Kansas. Will they use it?
With a key set of reforms limiting how local and state officials can respond to COVID-19 struck down in court last week, county health officers in Kansas regained a set of tools at a critical juncture, as the delta variant has seen…
Municipal Bond Trends for July 20, 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.
Bird scooters roll into Emporia
A flock of birds has nested in downtown Emporia. Bird Scooters, that is. The electric scooters are a new mode of transportation popping up in cities around Kansas. The goal, the company said, is to give the community access to…
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