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<div style="color: #333;">New ordinance aims to protect Fort Scott history</div>
Fort Scott City Commissioner Matthew Wells spoke with us Sunday looking to clarify some decisions made by commissioners to preserve the historic nature of downtown. He says he and fellow commissioners have gotten concerns from the community regarding a year…
<div style="color: #333;">Business owners warn historic district penalties could drive them out</div>
Downtown building owners told the Fort Scott City Commission during their Sept. 1 meeting that the penalties in the city's historic preservation ordinance could push businesses out of the district. Commissioner Julie Buchta opened the discussion, saying she had spent…
<div style="color: #333;">Riley County considers higher penalties for unlicensed short-term rentals</div>
Riley County commissioners considered significantly higher penalties for short-term rentals operating without a valid license as part of proposed changes to the planning and development fee schedule during a work session on Thursday. Short-term rentals (also called vacation rentals) are…
<div style="color: #333;">Topeka deputy city manager announces retirement at end of year</div>
A member of Topeka's administration will be leaving at the end of the year. Deputy city manager Braxton Copley announced his retirement Sept. 2. “I have been honored by the opportunity to serve Topeka for more than 20 years in…
City Manager – Concordia, KS (Review begins October 11)
The City of Concordia, Kansas, is seeking an experienced, community-minded professional to serve as its next City Manager. The city is looking for a proven local government leader who can balance the day-to-day responsibilities of municipal management with a forward-looking…
Municipal Bond Trends for September 8, 2026
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…
Municipal Bond Trends for September 4, 2026
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…
<div style="color: #333;">Lawrence may explore changes to tobacco retailer rules, including potential moratorium on new licenses</div>
The city’s current regulations establish a local tobacco retail licensing program that allows it to monitor sales and conduct compliance checks. The city currently has no limit on the number of licenses that can be issued. Read more: LJWorld
Municipal Bond Trends for September 3, 2026
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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