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New legislation, financial sector expansion, brings millions of dollars to rural Kansas
Wednesday afternoon, a consortium of legislators and private business investors announced the passage of the Technology-enabled Fiduciary Financial Institutions Act; that would root a budding financial industry in Kansas. This new financial industry, under the direction of new legislation, would…
Estimated Local Allocations in the American Rescue Plan (Search for your City here)
The historic American Rescue Plan Act was signed into law on March 12th, delivering $65 billion of direct and flexible aid to America’s cities, towns and villages. After a year of advocacy, the National League of Cities is proud to…
Municipal Bond Trends for April 30, 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.
Emporia ponders bringing in electric scooters
The Emporia City Commission considered the approval of a motion of understanding to allow an electric scooter company to provide public transportation during its joint action/study session Wednesday morning. Mike Butler, account executive for Bird Rides Inc., presented a proposal…
Kansas bill brings major changes, new funding to rural health care and hospitals
Kansas bill signed in late April would bring sweeping changes to provide new funding sources and increased access to rural health care and mental health services across the state. A centerpiece provision of House Bill 2208 would allow Kansas hospitals…
World’s biggest disc golf tournament takes over Emporia
Rain or shine, pandemic or not, disc golf is on. The Dynamic Discs Open is hosting some of the best disc golfers from around the country in Emporia from April 28-May 1. Even amateurs can participate or come to watch…
Kansas Lags In Solar Energy, But Sprawling Johnson County Solar Farm Could Help Change That
A massive solar farm stretching from west of Gardner possibly into Douglas County will, if it comes to fruition, become the biggest in Kansas, a state that has lagged behind in solar energy development. Billy Wilkins, project director for the…
What’s In A Name — Baxter Springs
One weekend each Spring, Baxter Springs celebrates its history with its annual Cowtown Days. The annual event kicked-off Thursday. As for the name, Baxter Springs – ever wonder where it came from? Wonder no more. The springs portion of the…
Pittsburg airport to receive help due to pandemic
The airline industry has been one of the many industries impacted by the pandemic. But, Pittsburg’s Atkinson Municipal Airport has somehow managed to keep things going. Now — it’s about to receive some help. Daron Hall, Pittsburg City Manager, said,…
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