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Overland Park pushes back against KC Star lawsuit seeking records in police killing of John Albers
The city of Overland Park says its severance agreement with the police officer who shot and killed teenager John Albers in 2018 is not subject to public disclosure. On Friday, the city asked a Johnson County judge to toss a…
Municipal Bond Trends for November 23, 2020
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.
Topekans can get help covering basic needs through city program
Topekans struggling to pay housing bills during the pandemic can schedule an appointment with the city to help cover some costs. Operation COVID-19 Basic Needs Assistance program is a $1.5 million CARES Act fund to help Topekans cover the cost…
Experts say jails can be superspreaders. The Shawnee County Jail is trying to prevent that.
Jails weren’t designed for a pandemic. Experts say a lack of airflow, overpopulation and bunk beds make jails the "perfect setting" for the coronavirus to spread. "It’s not a secret at all to know ... that COVID is a huge…
Butler County Courthouse closed due to COVID
Those headed to the Butler County Historic Courthouse Monday to do business found a locked door — the building was closed to the public. “Many Departments within the Courthouse cannot serve our public at the level our public expects and…
Gov. Kelly Requests Extension Of Federal Authority Enabling Use Of State National Guard For COVID Response Efforts
Governor Kelly announced Monday that she sent a letter to President Trump, requesting that he approve an extension of Title 32–which allows the state to continue using the Kansas National Guard to help combat the spread of COVID-19. Title 32…
Parsons firefighters train with new tool
Parsons firefighters recently received an addition to their current “Jaws of Life” vehicle extrication equipment arsenal and are training on its capabilities and what it can do in the field. Firefighters will be at Parsons Auto Parts on 24000 Road…
Topeka’s St. Francis critical care capacity at 111%
St. Francis Campus hospital’s critical care capacity is at 111%, and Stormont Vail is considering sending patients to other hospitals. "This is a very fluid situation and can change minute by minute," said CEO of Stormont Vail Robert Kenagy in…
Montezuma museum display features prairie towns
A special photographic exhibit is on display at the Stauth Museum in Montezuma until Saturday, Nov. 28. “Considering the Commonplace: Prairie Towns Through the Lens of Bob Regier” is organized around eight themes: elegance, entrances, light and shadow, locomotion, sacred…
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