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Shawnee could use grant to add exercise area at city park
An outdoor fitness court could be part of $3.8 million in improvements coming to Garrett Park in Shawnee this year. As part of a plan to build 5,000 courts in the the U.S. by 2030, the National Fitness Campaign awarded the…
Overland Park police officials say shoplifting is a ‘crisis.’ What does the data say?
In recent public presentations to city leaders, Overland Park police officials have called shoplifting and retail crimes a “crisis.” The statement, made by Interim Police Chief Simon Happer during the Jan. 10 Overland Park City Council Public Safety Committee, followed two…
Municipal Bond Trends for March 26, 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…
Celebrating ag’s impact focus of new public awareness campaign
An idea designed to shine a light on agriculture’s role in Franklin County has sparked a regional effort celebrating the contributions of local farmers and producers throughout a three-county area. Across Franklin, Anderson and Miami counties, brightly colored banners are…
Municipal Bond Trends for March 25, 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…
Fed holds rates steady and maintains three cuts coming sometime this year
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday held interest rates steady as expected and signaled it still plans multiple cuts before the end of the year. Following its two-day policy meeting, the central bank’s rate-setting Federal Open Market Committee said it will…
Barbie’s world in Wyandotte County? Mattel plans to build theme park near Kansas Speedway
Toy company Mattel, Inc. on Wednesday announced plans to open a $487 million amusement park in western Wyandotte County — marking the latest example of major development interest near the Kansas Speedway. Dubbed the Mattel Adventure Park Kansas City, the…
Osawatomie considers program addressing stray cat issue
Osawatomie City Council members are considering a trap-neuter-return (TNR) program to address the community’s stray cat problem, but opinions are mixed. Council members discussed the proposed program with Eunice Mollett of Four Kids For Kritters during the Feb. 22 council…
Grow Clay County Director: Economic Development is changing
Since several organizations merged together to become Grow Clay County two and a half years ago, the organization has accomplished a lot, Grow Clay County Director Natalie Muruato said at last week’s Lions Club meeting. “Rural (economic development) can be…
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