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Derby adapts in the face of pandemic challenges
Back in February, city staff in Derby started taking notice of the COVID-19 outbreak happening globally so that when it hit home in March they had a jumpstart preparing to overcome the obstacles presented in 2020. While Derby has not…
First day of Sedgwick County vaccine clinic goes smoothly
Health care worker who have not had a chance yet to be vaccinated for COVID-19 have another option. Tuesday, Sedgwick County's two week vaccine clinic began at Intrust Bank Arena, with around 200 people taking part in the first day.…
Olathe’s Butler National goes all in with $41M purchase of Boot Hill Casino land, building
An Olathe-based public company raised its stake in Boot Hill Casino & Resort in Dodge City, Kan. BHCMC LLC, a gaming management subsidiary of Butler National Corp. (OTC: BUKS), executed a lease buy-out option for the casino's land and building.…
Municipal Bond Trends for December 28, 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.
For Johnson County Museum, quilting is more than a craft. It helps reveal history
At the Johnson County Museum, quilting is more than just a craft or a way to bundle up in your bed. It’s a way to see history in the lives of ordinary people. The museum is hosting a temporary quilting…
COVID vaccination enters new phase in Wichita area with first county clinic at arena
Sedgwick County will launch a new phase of COVID-19 vaccinations Tuesday, beginning with its first publicly run vaccination clinic. On Tuesday morning, the county Health Department will begin distributing 10,000 doses of vaccine to area health care workers, starting with…
Shawnee increases hotel tax to fund upgrades to Mid-America sports complexes
Shawnee is increasing taxes for hotel guests and sending the additional revenues to support the sports complexes along Johnson Drive. Located along the 20000 block of Johnson Drive, the Mid-America Sports Complex and Mid-America West Sports Complex are due for…
Neighborhood raises $10,000 for a local park
A Wichita neighborhood is banding together to replace its worn down playground. Basketball courts, pickleball courts, and playground equipment is starting to go up. One neighborhood said it’s a welcome sight knowing this is the only place for kids to…
Grant will extend broadband internet to remote areas
Armed with a state grant made available because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, LaHarpe Telephone’s New Wave Broadband is extending its broadband internet access to remote areas of Allen County. Construction wrapped up last week on the second of a…
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