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Topeka City Council bans use of police no-knock warrants
The Topeka City Council has banned the use of no-knock warrants by law enforcement in the city. The Capital-Journal reports that the council voted 8-to-1 Tuesday night to adopt the ordinance banning the controversial practice. Police Chief Bill Cochran has…
Local businesses react to KDHE risk levels for activities
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recently released a chart that explains the risk level of ordinary activities. It ranges from low to high risk for contracting coronavirus. On the low end it includes staying at home, but also…
Via Christi to take over operation of closed Wellington Hospital emergency room
Ascension Via Christi will take over operation of Sumner Community Hospital's emergency-room operations next year under an agreement between the hospital group and the Wellington City Council. Sumner Community Hospital closed suddenly March 11, leaving Wellington and surrounding communities without…
Wichita hospitals have more ICU capacity, but COVID patients trend younger and sicker
New hospitalization numbers from Sedgwick County show more COVID-19 patients are in hospital beds and intensive care units than ever before, though more ICU beds are available than previously reported. The new statistics from the Sedgwick County Health Department’s COVID-19 dashboard…
Municipal Bond Trends for July 21, 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.
Wichita proposes an increase in police funding, privatizing Century II
Wichita plans to increase police funding by millions of dollars next year and privatize Century II, bucking suggestions from protesters and community activists on both issues, as the city grapples with an expected $50 million budget hole over the next…
Hoisington Labor Day Parade canceled
Monday afternoon, the Hoisington Chamber of Commerce Labor Day committee announced big changes to the 2020 weekend long celebration. In addition to canceling the 124th Annual Labor Day Parade, several other activities were canceled in an effort to curb the…
JoCo will hold off on cutting back bus routes for now due to coronavirus uncertainty
A plan to cut some Johnson County bus routes and change operating times of others has been put on hold for now because of the coronavirus outbreak. Talks about expanding the microtransit service, however, will continue. The county commission had…
Neodesha Fire/EMS Department awarded grant for new equipment
The Neodesha Fire/EMS Department will be using some new equipment. The department recently got their hands on a new X-series defibrillator/heart monitor. The unit cost $35,000, and half the cost was covered by a Kansas Revolving and Assistance Fund (KRAF)…
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