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Retirees and young professionals drive Pittsburg’s growth
Two different generations of Pittsburg residents are helping the city grow. City officials say they've been making a push to attract younger working professionals to Pittsburg, with new construction projects and high-quality businesses. More recently, the city reported an uptick…
Bourbon County delays talk on bitcoin mining noise issues
A discussion to control the noise surrounding a Bitcoin mining facility in Bourbon County is tabled for now. A representative from Evolution Tech, the company behind the facility, was scheduled to make an appearance at today's Bourbon County Commissioners meeting…
City leaders change policy for Topeka police uniforms
The Topeka City Council gave the Chief of Police permission to let officers in the department wear their uniform while off-duty. This new ordinance only applies to officers who are working security assignments on other jobs. The Topeka Police Department believes that…
‘I have a trust issue’: Size of proposed Jackson County solar farm meets skepticism among local leaders
Jackson County leaders are expressing their skepticism about the size of a proposed new solar facility in the local area. Jackson County's Board of County Commissioners met on Monday, Oct. 20 to discuss plans for a new 500-megawatt renewable energy…
Peabody sets deadline for ending yard camping
After almost two years the Peabody City Council will start enforcing its rules on camping on owned properties. Scott Spunaugles and wife Kathy Crawley, received permission in January 2024, to live in a camper on their property in the 600…
Low wages a widespread issue in Reno County
Looking at economic data for Reno County, perhaps what’s surprising is that more people aren’t homeless. The latest data shows nearly 13% of households in the county—or more than 3,100 of them—were living at or below the federal poverty level…
Council addresses food trucks, restaurants’ concerns
The Haven City Council discussed food truck permits and kids riding electric scooters through town at high speeds, among other items, during its Monday evening meeting. The city’s current food truck policy requires vendors to apply for a permit to…
What Michael Padilla says about being Mayor of the Year
Mayor Michael Padilla has been named the 2025 Kansas Mayor of the Year by the League of Kansas Municipalities and the Kansas Mayors Association. The award is selected by fellow mayors, recognizing Padilla's commitment to Topeka's growth and well-being. Read…
Municipal Bond Trends for October 22, 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…
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