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Wamego highway closure will result in nearly 30-mile detour for drivers
State transportation officials say an upcoming railroad crossing repair project in Wamego will result in traffic disruptions at the local level and a big detour for some. The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) announced on KanDrive that work crews are…
Pieces nearly in place for Iola land bank
Iola City Council members will decide soon whether to establish a land bank to allow the city to take in properties for future development projects. City Administrator Matt Rehder told City Council members Monday he plans on bringing a formal…
Municipal Bond Trends for May 28, 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…
Municipal Bond Trends for May 27, 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…
Highway shutdown to create nearly 70-mile detour in central Kansas
Drivers in part of central Kansas will have to deal with a lengthy detour route this summer for a highway project that is set to last for months. The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) released its plans to shut down…
Grinnell residents overwhelmed by donations, share other ways to help
In the wake of the destruction, donations of all kinds, from food and water to clothes, have flooded into Grinnell after an EF-3 tornado passed through the town. While residents are grateful, physical donations are not always the best way…
Topeka residents get close-up of 3D printed homes
A local company is introducing 3D printed homes to help keep up with the high demand for affordable housing in Topeka and other parts of the state. Trident Homes hosted an open house at Stone & Story Real Estate on…
Emporia City Commission considering new ERU fee structure to create dedicated revenue stream for stormwater improvements
The City of Emporia is currently considering a new fee that would be used to help with needed stormwater improvements across the community. During the Emporia City Commission regular study meeting Wednesday morning City Engineer Jim Ubert proposed an Equivalent…
A Kansas county and two cities move water fight to federal court as drought threatens their future
Drought-stricken governments in west-central Kansas have escalated their fight for water rights from state to federal court, which could impact how cities across the state handle future disputes. The cities of Hays and Russell, located in neighboring counties just off…
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