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Riley County to receive around $15 million in CARES act funds
Riley County commissioners Monday approved a contract for advisory services for dispersing federal coronavirus relief funds. The county will contract with Witt O’Brien’s, a Risk Management and Emergency Response Consulting Firm. Budget and Finance Officer Tami Robison says Riley County’s…
Shawnee County pools to open Monday; retail restrictions removed
Shawnee County Parks and Recreation pools and aquatic centers will reopen at noon Monday at 50% capacity. ... Rossville Community Pool will remain closed for repairs. Pools received the OK on June 4 from Shawnee County commissioners to reopen effective…
Storms tore through Great Bend leaving one business picking up the pieces
The city of Great Bend felt the brunt of the winds brought in from Sunday night’s storms. On Monday, many community members were busy cleaning up the damage left behind. One business, in particular, was hit hard. The owners say…
Memorial tribute to Thayer fire chief
Despite rain Saturday morning, family, friends and fellow emergency responders gathered in Thayer city park to share tears, laughs and memories of former volunteer fire chief Larry Myers. Myers, 82, died June 16 and the Neosho County dispatcher called a…
Municipal Bond Trends for June 22, 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.
Derby Vision 2040 plan focuses on connected community
Brought forward for review before the Planning Commission on June 18, Derby’s Vision 2040 comprehensive plan was unveiled as it enters its final stage of public comment — a key component in the eyes of the city. Vision 2040 is…
Riley County to issue more restrictions after increase in coronavirus cases
The Riley County Health Department will be issuing a new health order following 29 new positive cases over the weekend. Julie Gibbs, director of the Riley County Health Department said in a virtual news conference on Monday that the details…
Shawnee County pools, aquatic centers opening at half-capacity Monday
Shawnee County Parks and Recreation will open community pools and aquatic centers Monday with some restrictions due to the coronavirus pandemic. Topeka’s three aquatic centers and three community pools will be open at half-capacity. Aquatic Supervisor David Allacher said restrooms…
County to consider revising health officer’s pay arrangement
The Shawnee County Health Department is asking county commissioners to temporarily switch county health officer Gianfranco Pezzino from a salaried employee to an hourly one – which could potentially increase his pay – while making arrangements to have state and…
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