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Newton affected by global network outage
The City of Newton says some of its systems are down due to a global technology outage. The global outage was caused when a popular cybersecurity company released a faulty update overnight. The company says it was not a cyberattack…
Osage City Library offers ‘care cupboard’ stocked with personal care products
The Osage City Library is creating a “care cupboard” for individuals who have a need. The Care Cupboard has the following items: Toothbrushes, toothpaste, shaving cream, razors, denture cleaner, shampoo and conditioner, soap, body wash, deodorant, feminine pads, tampons and…
Voters to decide on sales tax for local hospitals in November
Nemaha County voters will soon decide if they want to continue a 1/2 percent retailer’s sales tax for two local hospitals — Sabetha Community Hospital (SCH) and Nemaha Valley Community Hospital (NVCH). The question — which is a renewal of…
City of Manhattan approves agreement with K-State for fire services
The Manhattan city commission on Tuesday approved a new agreement with K-State for a continued ground lease and fire protection services at 2000 Denison Avenue. In 1983 the city government and KSU signed the current interlocal agreement for the city…
Atchison hires new City Manager
The City of Atchison officially has a new city manager. City Commissioners and Mayor La Rochelle Young just recently announced Mark Westhoff as Atchison’s next City Manager. His contract was approved on July 1 with an official start date of…
Wichita’s 154th birthday celebrated at the historical museum
Wichita celebrated its 154th birthday Sunday. The city was established in 1870, just three months after Sedgwick County was recognized. The Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum celebrated by having an ice cream social, live music, and free admission for people to…
In first year of open enrollment, Olathe accepts 70+ out-of-district transfers
The Olathe School District has approved 72 out-of-district transfer applications for the upcoming school year. The move comes as all school districts in Kansas must now provide the opportunity for nonresident students to enroll in their schools, according to a…
Municipal Bond Trends for July 19, 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…
Abilene deploys first stage of drought response
As of July 5 Abilene is under a water watch, meaning the city is requesting residents reduce their water usage outdoors. Ron Marsh, city manager, called for the watch because of how low the water tables are, how far down…
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