Kansas Municipal News
Local government news, municipal finance updates and job openings, collected for city and county officials.
Latest
Latest headlines
Page 1487
Local governments struggle to hire workers; some are operating with 10% of positions unfilled
In Concordia, City Manager Amy Lange has gotten a lot of mileage out of the “Kansas strong, Kansas nice” mindset. The north-central Kansas city is down six workers. While that may not seem like a lot, it accounts for about…
Can you pronounce these 10 city names correctly? If so, there’s a good chance you’re from Kansas.
"The one thing I really love about language is how language can point to our history of human contact, relationship and movement," said Mary Kohn, an associate professor at Kansas State University, who holds a doctorate degree in linguistics. "That's…
Kansas tax collections beat estimate by $162.2 million, indicate growing economy and business profits
Kansas state officials reported more tax revenue was collected than expected over the past month, indicating a growing economy and improved profit margins for businesses. September total tax receipts were $876.5 million, beating the estimate by $162.2 million, or 22.7%.…
JFK’s hearse brings visitors to Hill City museum
There is just one week left to view the 1964 Cadillac Hearse that transported President John F. Kennedy’s body from Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas to Air Force One on that fateful day in 1963. The infamous automobile arrived in…
Derby’s housing needs continue to grow
Like many growing cities of its size, there are a variety of housing options in Derby. A city website lists 14 new housing developments in town, along with five apartment complexes, six assisted living and retirement living centers, and several…
The most iconic films from the Sunflower State
There’s no place like home, and if you’re looking for the most iconic movies from Kansas, we have the list for you. From Westerns to fantasy to a nuclear apocalypse, the Sunflower State has been the setting for many iconic…
Hackers hit Pottawatomie County: Cyberattack on community underscores security risks for governments
A Kansas county is still recovering from a cyberattack almost two weeks ago, underscoring the internet security risks local governments in the state face amid a national wave of attacks from hackers. Pottawatomie County was hit with the attack on…
Wamego gears up for OZtoberFest this weekend
Wamego celebrates … a lot. Coming up this weekend, Wamego will celebrate fall and the Wonderful Wizard of Oz with the annual OZtoberFest. This year’s theme is the Emerald City, so expect to see a lot of green — from…
One of the finest in the state: Newton City Auditorium built in 1915, torn down in 1966
The Newton City Auditorium served an important function in the community when it stood at 130 W. Sixth St. decades ago. “It’s a community center,” said Kris Schmucker, curator at the Harvey County Historical Museum & Archives in Newton. “It’s…
Get municipal news in your inbox every week
Kansas municipal news, bond sales and trends. Free, weekly.
Talk to a municipal advisor
Contact Larry Kleeman or Henry Schmidt, call (316) 264-3400 or email info@ransonfinancial.com.
