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Save Century II loses in bid at state Legislature to protect Wichita buildings
After a lengthy hearing in Topeka, the state Legislature won’t be taking action to save Century II and the former Wichita downtown library. The Save Century II group argued their case for state intervention before the House Local Government Committee.…
McPherson receives update from BPU regarding gas prices
Tim Meier with BPU provided commissioners with an update on gas prices, production and the cold snap during Monday’s city commission meeting. Meier advised that, beginning on Feb. 9, BPU became curtailed on their production and had to begin receiving…
Muni yields climb 30-plus basis points in weeklong sell-off
Triple-A municipal benchmarks saw another seven basis point cut in yields on bonds outside of 10 years on Wednesday, pushing municipal to U.S. Treasury ratios higher amid sloppy trading and cheaper pricing levels on high-grade competitive deals. Municipal bonds could…
Sedgwick county leaders to discuss changes to current health order on Friday
The current COVID-19 positive rate is down to 4-point-7 percent. That's the lowest it's been since the last week of September. County leaders are set to meet on Friday to discuss the current health order which expires on March 20.…
Hays energy company protects customers from skyrocketing bills
The recent arctic blast led to skyrocketing energy demands across the midwest and now many customers are fearing skyrocketing bills. Midwest Energy, Inc. is a company that provides gas and electric services to a large portion of western Kansas. Following…
Shawnee uses eminent domain to expand sidewalk and build trail along 75th Street
Shawnee is claiming eminent domain to acquire private property for construction improvements along the 75th Street corridor. Located along a section of 75th between Quivira and Switzer Roads, the project involves the widening of a sidewalk on the north side of…
Municipal Bond Trends for February 23, 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.
New casino in Park City opens for business next week
The new Crosswinds Casino in Park City will open at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 2, according to a news release from Wyandotte Nation. The casino will be 20,000 square feet and is located at 777 N Jackpot Way. The casino…
Municipal yields rose for the sixth day in a row
Municipal yields rose for the sixth day in a row Tuesday, pushing the 10-year above 1%, a level not seen since May 2020. High-grade deals priced and secondary trading showed bonds exchanging hands at yields higher than triple-A benchmarks in…
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