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150 chickens perish after coop catches on fire at residence near Valley Center
Roughly 150 chickens perished in a fire Tuesday at a residence south of Valley Center. Authorities were originally called at 3:25 p.m. to a barn fire at a home in the 1300 block of South Meridian. Fire crews arrived at…
Here’s the latest on Wichita’s plan to replace its city manager
The city of Wichita will seek help from a consultant to find its next city manager in a nationwide search. Longtime City Manager Robert Layton announced his retirement earlier this month, sparking conversations on whether the mayor should have a…
Former Iola administrator, council member dies
Carl Slaugh, who served for five years as Iola’s city administrator and another five years as a city councilman, died last week at the age of 77. Funeral services are Friday. The Utah native embarked on a 20-year military service,…
Council considers honorary key
Iola City Council members are looking at presenting a distinguished citizen award each year, giving recipients an honorary key to the city. The proposal will be discussed further. Iola has an abundance of folks who go above and beyond, helping…
Fire department officials say different factors keep controlled fires under control
Several factors are taken into account for a safe and controlled burning, Riley County fire officials said Monday. After a prescribed burn went out of control on Harmony Road April 7, Riley County’s emergency management department reminded the public of…
Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Dan Brooks, Strand Theater
“Welcome to the theater.” As the smell of popcorn wafts in the air, movie-goers come in and take their seats – in a theater building that is more than a century old. Today we’ll learn about a group of volunteers…
Municipal Bond Trends for April 15, 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 April 14, 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 April 11, 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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