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How Kansas went to war against feral pigs and won
The rapid expansion of wild pig populations, and the destruction they bring, is one of rural America’s greatest threats. Spurred by rabbit-like reproductive rates, the nation’s feral pig numbers have grown from an estimated 2 million to as many as 9…
Winfield High School bans phones, devices
Students at Winfield High School will face new rules this year aimed at reducing distractions and improving safety, school officials said. The biggest change is a ban on cell phones, smartwatches, and AirPods during the school day. School leaders say…
Harvey County blocks new battery storage projects through 2028
Harvey County has approved a temporary ban on new commercial battery energy storage systems in rural parts of the county. The moratorium, approved by the Harvey County Commission on Tuesday, blocks new applications, permits, and construction for commercial battery storage,…
Wichita votes against placing Crown Uptown Theatre on historic registry
Wichita City Council decided against adding the nearly 100-year-old Crown Uptown Theatre to its historic registry in a contentious vote at its Tuesday meeting. The Council voted down the motion in a divided 3-3 vote for placing the College Hill…
Chickens will now be allowed in Washington
City of Washington residents can now have chickens. The city ordinance that allows chickens was approved by the council on July 7 and published. The city council voted 3-2 back in May to proceed with plans to draft an ordinance…
Hotel Topeka could sell soon
The purchase agreement includes a $1 million cash payment. The remaining $11.2 million balance will be paid off with the money from a Community Improvement District and the increase in the Transient Guest Tax, which is estimated will take about…
Municipal Bond Trends for July 15, 2025
The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of AA rated bond trades reported to the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board’s EMMA® system. Every issuer's credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive…
SSG and Fiesta Topeka bring economic boost to the city
The Sunflower State Games and Fiesta Topeka are filling the capital city with energy and visitors. Visit Topeka says events like these are making a noticeable difference in the local economy. "On the fiesta side, you know, that has traditionally…
Wichita suspends its diversity board in response to federal anti-DEI initiatives
The Wichita City Council voted to suspend a city board focused on civil rights, diversity and inclusion on Tuesday, responding to pressure by the Trump administration to cut so-called DEI programs or lose federal funding. Trump’s executive order earlier this…
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