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Urn from 1908 is being renovated in Parsons
An urn that's over a century old is being renovated in Parsons. In 1908, an urn was placed in Forest Park only to be removed around a decade ago due to the installment of a new playground. Sunday morning, members…
Debate over requiring masks, vaccinations heats up in Kansas
Debates about mask mandates and vaccine requirements have intensified in Kansas amid the surge in COVID-19 cases caused by the highly contagious delta variant. In Lawrence, a homeless shelter and theater decided to require vaccinations. “It just isn’t safe in…
Pott County approves draw down of federal funds to support ‘overwhelmed’ health department
Pottawatomie County commissioners agreed Monday to use $100,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to support up to four additional positions for its overwhelmed health department. Health Department Director Leslie Campbell says her nursing staff, which includes she, the…
Stray Bullets Keep Hitting Homes In Johnson County, So Sheriff Threatens To Fine Shooters $1,000
Education and brochures haven’t reduced the number of stray bullets flying in parts of rural Johnson County. Now law enforcement, the county commission and its legal department are considering a measure that will make firing bullets onto or over property…
Wichita schools to require masks for students
The Wichita school board has unanimously approved an indoor mask requirement for students. During their meeting Monday night, the board approved the requirement for all students ages 3 and older, starting August 30th. The decision is based on recent recommendations…
Louisburg launches Hometown Heroes street banner program
Military veterans and active-duty personnel from the U.S. Armed Forces can now be honored through the Hometown Heroes street banner program in downtown Louisburg. This new program, in partnership with the Louisburg American Legion, the Louisburg Chamber of Commerce and…
Municipal Bond Trends for August 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.
Police chief who took down Excel shooter begins statewide law enforcement role
Doug Schroeder, the former Hesston police chief who stopped the Excel Industries shooter, has taken over a statewide organization that reviews law enforcement training curriculum and has the authority to investigate and revoke officer licenses. Schroeder started earlier this month…
Forget The Cities, Are Rural Kansas And Missouri Ready For Electric Vehicles?
Optimism is growing that country residents could benefit by switching to electric vehicles (EVs). "The research has shown that people in rural areas drive as much as 50% longer than those in urban areas," says energy reporter Brian Grimmett. "It's…
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