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Statue is long overdue reminder of DeGeer’s place in Scott City history
Maria DeGeer was a woman out of step with her time. She defied the female stereotypes of the late 1800s as a very opinionated person, pursuing causes that further advanced women in society and choosing to take control of her…
All aboard the We-Go-Swing. Wheelchair users will enjoy this addition in Merriam park
Merriam’s new We-Go-Swing has come to Chatlain Park, so people in wheelchairs can swing with others without leaving their chairs. The swing allows riders — including those in wheelchairs — to cooperate in making the device move. Other adaptive swings…
Are slow-moving trains holding north Wichita back? No easy traffic fix on 21st Street
In 2009, Wichita commuters celebrated the completion of a five-year, $150 million infrastructure project to elevate train tracks over busy downtown streets, cutting down on both travel times and vehicle emissions. The Central Railroad Corridor, which has saved commuters an…
Douglas County Commission approves development of new rezoning standards to protect agricultural land
County leaders are moving forward with the creation of a new tool to evaluate rural rezoning requests and protect prime agricultural land. At its meeting Wednesday, the Douglas County Commission voted unanimously to initiate the process to develop an amendment…
Hutch Fall Fest will celebrate the Salt City
Downtown partners announce Hutch Fall Fest. the festival will take place on Oct. 1 and 2. There will be three events as part of this festival. Hutch Rec, in a partnership with Downtown Hutch and the Downtown Hutchinson Rod Run,…
Reno County to create a new position to coordinate rural fire ops
The Reno County Commission agreed Tuesday to create a new position of a fire service professional to help develop a strategic plan for improving the county's rural volunteer fire departments. The recommendation from Emergency Management Director Adam Weishaar was an…
Holcomb receives $224,000 in state Cost Share funding
Kansas Cost Share funds in the amount of $224,000 have been awarded to the city of Holcomb Tuesday from the state. The funds will be used to improve Henderson/Jones intersection, accommodating three lanes of traffic and allowing for a right…
Municipal Bond Trends for June 9, 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.
Heartland Flyer operating rail costs could fall to states
Plans to extend Amtrak’s Heartland Flyer rail service from Oklahoma to Kansas will likely require the state to share in the operating costs if it eventually becomes reality. Amtrak officials said Tuesday that it would cost roughly $500 million for…
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