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Halstead approves official partnership with economic development council
After months of discussion between the parties involved, Harvey County Economic Development requested an official agreement from the City of Halstead. Beth Shelton, executive director of the economic development council, addressed the council. “Since the EDC was established, it’s always…
Hesston dog park finally opening
Finally, after several delays, Hesston’s four-legged friends will have access to the Ridge Pointe Dog Run. The new dog park will officially open with a ribbon cutting on Friday, Dec. 6, at 12 p.m., and dogs and their humans are…
Talks of moving AGCO production to 32-hour work weeks in 2025
There is discussion in the works for the AGCO workforce to move to 32-hour work weeks, starting when calendar rolls over to 2025. The reason for the cut back in hours is the downward trend in agricultural equipment buying. Local…
Wichita officers and firefighters hand out Dillons giftcards to shoppers
The Wichita Police and Fire Foundations teamed up with and to give some help this holiday season. They handed out gift cards purchased by the Wichita Police and Fire Foundation for its “Holiday Hand-Up” program. It was like a scavenger…
KDOT to give update of Passenger Rail Development plan
The Kansas Department of Transportation will soon give an update on the development plan for restoring passenger rail service to other parts of the state. Amtrak’s Heartland Flyer connects Ft. Worth, TX, to Oklahoma City, OK. KDOT is exploring options…
JoCo commissioners consider 23% raise for themselves, first in over a decade
County commissioners are considering raising their salaries 23% next year for their first salary increase since 2011 — a move some said would make it easier for people from all financial backgrounds to serve in office. In an afternoon committee…
Olathe raises concerns about KDOT’s plan to improve K-10 — Here’s city’s main worry
Olathe city officials are concerned about some changes coming to Kansas Highway 10, especially the impacts of a potential new interchange at Lone Elm Road. City staff and Olathe city councilmembers worry a new interchange there could make school zones…
Lawrence school board gives cell phone policy initial approval after district suggests ‘guidance’ in opposition
Lawrence school board members on Monday gave initial approval to a draft cell phone policy, despite district administrators proposing guidance that directly conflicts with the draft as it’s written. Board member Anne Costello said she was “a little surprised” when…
Municipal Bond Trends for November 22, 2024
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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