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Wichita vs. Griffie: Constitutionality of Noise Ordinance
This case requires us to decide whether the provision within Wichita Municipal Code of Ordinances (W.M.O.) § 5.24.010(c) criminalizing "noisy conduct tending to reasonably arouse alarm, anger or resentment in others" is unconstitutionally overbroad under the First Amendment. Both the…
Liberal city buildings to see solar panel installation
Green energy is becoming more important than ever and soon, the City of Liberal will be dipping its toes into just that. A handful of buildings throughout town will soon see the installation of solar panels, and Solar Grids Chief…
Municipal Bond Trends for March 13, 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…
Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Mary Billington, Baxter Springs Museum
What town is in the very corner of Kansas? In southeast Kansas, it is the historic community of Baxter Springs. Today we’ll learn about how this community is honoring its history and that of the region. Mary Billington is director…
Great Bend Municipal Court to dedicate Robert G. Suelter Courtroom
The Great Bend City Council and staff extend an invitation to the public for the dedication ceremony of the Robert G. Suelter Courtroom at the Great Bend Municipal Court. ... The dedication ceremony honors the esteemed legacy of Suelter, retired…
With toll lanes off the table, KDOT explores other ways to upgrade K-10 in Lenexa
As traffic is expected to increase in growing parts of western Johnson County, the Kansas Department of Transportation is looking to alleviate congestion in residential areas spilling off Kansas Highway 10. New neighborhoods and the Panasonic plant coming soon to…
New study will focus on Johnson County’s rural roads as area grows
Plans to study how to re-connect rural roads in and around the former Sunflower Army Ammunition plant are moving forward. ... Late last month, the Johnson County Board of County Commissioners agreed the county should join in a seven-party agreement…
Water woes in Towanda: Close to $114,000 down the drain
A mysterious water leak in Towanda has city officials scrambling to find out when and how it happened. In a city council meeting just last month it was announced the leak was losing 50,000 gallons of water per day costing…
Can one tax solve problems with a different kind of tax?
Could higher sales taxes be the answer to slowing skyrocketing property taxes? That's one idea Sedgwick County commissioners are discussing. Property tax relief is a growing concern for Kansans across the state, leaving local and state leaders scrambling for ways…
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