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Kansas counties could make governor’s mask order toothless
Gov. Laura Kelly’s planned order requiring Kansas residents to wear masks to slow the spread of the coronavirus could be toothless in many parts of the state because counties can exempt themselves and even those that don’t might not enforce…
Five police chiefs and sheriffs say they won’t enforce mask order from Kansas governor
Five police chiefs and sheriffs in Kansas have announced that they will not enforce a face mask order that will be issued by the governor later this week. The police chiefs in Sterling, Norton and St. Marys and the sheriffs…
New county COVID-19 rules will require bars to close by 10 p.m.
Bars and nightclubs in Shawnee County will need to close by 10 p.m. to comply with an emergency order health officer Gianfranco Pezzino issued Tuesday afternoon in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19. The order takes effect at…
Municipal Bond Trends for June 30, 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.
Kansas State Fair a “go”
Despite a recommendation from the state’s top health officer that it cancel, the Kansas State Fair Board on Tuesday voted to proceed with the 10-day state fair in September. The 8-to-5 vote came about 4:14, after about a 35-minute discussion.…
Lights On! partners with Wichita Police Department to ‘heal community relationships’
The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has launched a community-driven program "with the mission to heal relationships between communities and law enforcement agencies."The program, called "Lights On!" means WPD officers, on traffic stops, can provide a voucher for a free repair…
Court dismisses Topeka officer’s appeal in lawsuit over excessive force
A federal appeals court said Monday it does not have jurisdiction to grant a Topeka police officer immunity after a man sued him for excessive force. The legal team of Officer Christopher Janes requested qualified immunity in a lawsuit that…
City of Topeka receives silver ranking recognition for response to local challenges
The City of Topeka is being recognized nationally as a new silver level city. The 2020 What Works Cities Certification celebrates the strength a city has in effectively managing a city. The certification measures the city leaders and their decision-making.…
Sedgwick County health officer urges use of masks, ban on large sports tournaments
With the Wichita area’s COVID-19 rate on the rise, Sedgwick County’s top medical official is recommending a partial travel ban, limits on restaurant occupancy and more widespread use of protective face masks. The county health officer, Dr. Garold Minns told…
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