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New budget law creates headaches
“That’s going to be a big concern,” County Clerk Donna Zimmerman said. “It is going to be a big deal.” In a nutshell, SB 13 prohibits all taxing entities from increasing their tax collections by more than they did the…
Volunteer firefighter warned Selden residents of coming tornado
There was one report of a minor injury and that individual is being called a hero. Capt. Matt Goscha works for the Selden Volunteer Fire Department. When the tornado got close, Selden lost power and couldn't start the sirens. Goscha…
Goessel mayor stepping aside for newer, younger leadership, has hopes for city overcoming challenges
After years of service, Mayor Dave Schrag will be stepping down from his post as Mayor of Goessel. Schrag has served two separate stints as Mayor, from 1993 to 1999 and 2014 to 2021. Schrag said he was motivated to…
66 years ago today Kansas was hit by its deadliest tornado
Sixty-six years ago today, May 25, 1955, a tornado struck Udall, Kansas. It would be the deadliest tornado ever to hit the state. An F-5 tornado hit the town of Udall, killing 80 and injuring more than 200. The region…
Municipal Bond Trends for May 25, 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.
Treasury yields fall as inflation fears ease
U.S. Treasury yields fell on Tuesday morning, following recent comments from Federal Reserve officials, allaying fears around inflation. The yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note fell to 1.591% at 4:20 a.m. ET. The yield on the 30-year Treasury bond…
Tornado touchdown in northwest Kansas
The Sheridan County Emergency Management confirmed a tornado touched ground in the town of Selden Monday around 6:30 p.m. The emergency manager reported buildings and trees down, homes damaged, an overturned semi and possibly one injury. There has also been…
Municipal Bond Trends for May 24, 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.
Lawrence leaders to review police department study and recommendations
Amid a nationwide reckoning with police brutality and the role of police in communities, city leaders will soon review the findings of a recently completed study of the Lawrence police department and recommended changes to its operations. As part of…
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