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Haysville hopes new playground will convince residents to keep 1% sales tax for parks, roads
Monday was a big day for Haysville kids like Aspen and Adrianna after patiently waiting for months to finally get to try the brand-new playground at Riggs Park. "My mom and dad said we would come here on the opening…
‘Drinking zones’: Topeka Common Consumption Areas open soon
Topeka residents will soon be able to consume alcohol in public in two new parts of town. Starting on April 15, bar patrons in the downtown and North Topeka Arts District (NOTO) areas will be able to bring their drinks outside…
Community feedback on Central Topeka Grocery Oasis
A food desert in Topeka is one step closer to being no more. Tuesday, Central Topeka Grocery Oasis held a public meeting to get feedback on what people are looking for in a new grocery store. The Dillons on Huntoon and…
Commission reviews rental registration, parking ordinances
Parsons city commissioners this week began reviewing language for ordinances that would require landlords to register rental properties with the city and restrict citizens from parking on front and side yards of residences. Registering rental properties could be the first…
Another city-owned ‘ghost town’ neighborhood in south Wichita is about to get a facelift
Wichita resident Wenedra Bell grew up in a city-owned home on the south side near Hydraulic and I-135, and is now in the middle of an entire neighborhood of boarded-up homes. "We had block parties, the children were everywhere...it was nice.…
Topeka Police help out Special Olympics Kansas
The Topeka Police Department partnered with Special Olympics Kansas Tuesday for an annual fundraiser. The statewide event, TIP-A-COP, took place at Applebee's. From 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. 10% of sales made went back to Special Olympics Kansas. It's something that means…
Federal grant of $500,000 will help city address domestic violence
The two-year grant will pay for additional staffing and community resources. Police Chief Robert Spinks announced the grant at the city commission’s work session on Thursday. City Manager Debbie Lamb said the grant will be for $506,380. Spinks said he…
Visit Manhattan launches “Manhappiness” campaign to draw in visitors
Visit Manhattan on Friday launched its "Manhappiness" campaign to showcase the culture and experiences the city has to offer visitor. As part of the campaign, Visit Manhattan will highlight the diverse attractions, events and amenities that it believes make the…
Municipal Bond Trends for April 9, 2024
The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of MBIS "investment grade" yields. Every issuer's credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive Financial Advisory services for your local government, contact your…
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