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Kansas COVID mask order may last at least through July 4 weekend in Sedgwick County
Sedgwick County commissioners may have to wait until next week — after the Fourth of July holiday weekend — to decide whether to overturn or alter an order expected from the governor to mandate masks to combat the coronavirus. Gov.…
Topeka mayor stresses importance of honoring mask mandate
It is "extremely important" for Topekans to show they care for their neighbor by honoring a requirement expected to take effect Friday that masks be worn in public spaces where social distancing can’t be maintained, Mayor Michelle De La Isla…
Shawnee County to celebrate Parks and Recreation Month
The COVID-19 pandemic has given people a greater appreciation for many of life’s little gifts — things many took for granted not so long ago. Parks and recreation facilities are among those, primarily because they provided relief and space for…
Mulvane lifting spirits with Positivity American Flag
People in Mulvane are coming together to put out a little positivity. City leaders came up with the idea to try and make something good during this COVID-19 pandemic. "This one says be kind, you never know how bad someones…
Merck plans $100M expansion at De Soto manufacturing facility
Merck Animal Health said it plans to invest $100 million to expand and enhance its manufacturing facility in DeSoto, Kansas. The company is a division of Merck & Co. based in Kenilworth, New Jersey. It announced Monday in a news…
Gov. Laura Kelly mandates mask use in public spaces
Beginning Friday, Kansans in public spaces where social distancing cannot be maintained will be required to wear masks. Gov. Laura Kelly announced at a news conference Monday she plans to sign an executive order this week that would mandate mask…
Park City addresses rumors about Amazon distribution center coming to area
Is Amazon coming to the Wichita area? It's a question some continue to ask as rumors circulate about possible interest from the company in building a warehouse in south central Kansas. In May, the Wichita Eagle reported that Amazon would…
Topeka Metro Bikes program to end July 30
The Topeka Metro Bikes program will be discontinued effective July 30. The board of directors of the Topeka Metropolitan Transit Authority voted 7-0 Monday afternoon to make that move. The TMTA board last June had approved cuts that included discontinuing…
Municipal Bond Trends for June 29, 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.
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