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Municipal Bond Trends for October 3, 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…
Sedgwick looks to upgrade its parks
Carissa McMullen and Nathan Harrell of Landworks Studio presented the Parks Master Plan at the Sedgwick City Council Meeting on Wednesday evening. McMullen said that the purpose of the plan is to present the vision for the future. Since April,…
Coalition offers long-term supportive housing solutions aimed at families in McPherson
Accessing long-term stable housing is a challenge for many, and one Kansas nonprofit is providing those homes to people working to get back on their feet. In February, the McPherson Housing Coalition opened up the first home in its Sutherland…
Wichita, Kansas economy expected to see slowdown in 2026
Given the unpredictability of the economy and the ongoing possibility of a recession, Kansas could see a cooling off in the labor market and in gross domestic product, according to the Center for Economic Development and Business Research's annual economist…
County to handle Ark City warning sirens
Arkansas City commissioners will consider action Tuesday that if approved, will give the county responsibility for the activation of warning sirens within the city limits. A previous memorandum designated the city as the primary activator with the county providing backup…
Waltner work of art to decorate new Hesston High library
When Hesston High School came calling, for John Waltner, it was a no-brainer. Waltner saw a chance to give back with a hobby and his mobile “My Happy Place” was installed in the brand new . library on Oct. 2.…
‘A privilege to serve’ — JoCo Med-Act celebrates golden anniversary
For 50 years, when someone in Johnson County has dialed 911, Med-Act has answered. Behind every call are neighbors — paramedics, EMTs and first responders — ready to bring calm, care, and skill in life’s most urgent moments. As part…
Johnson and Wyandotte counties race to complete projects before FIFA World Cup
In less than a year, Kansas City will host six games as part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. During the roughly monthlong event, an estimated 650,000 visitors will descend on the metro area looking for places to stay, grab…
A Great Bend theater turns 75 with a trip down memory lane
Step into the 1950s with Crest Theater as it celebrates the 75th anniversary of its grand opening. The 75th anniversary celebration will kick off with a ribbon-cutting on Nov. 6 at 10 a.m. at the Crest Theater. On November 9,…
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