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Aerospace manufacturer plans to bring 150 jobs to Johnson County with $84M expansion
The Honeywell aerospace manufacturing facility in Olathe is planning an $84 million expansion, expected to create more than 150 new jobs, officials announced on Friday. The Olathe plant is just south of the intersection of Kansas Highways 7 and 10.…
Municipal Bond Trends for February 2, 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…
Topeka hopes to lure migrants with work authorization to fill some of its thousands of open jobs
While many American cities are struggling with large numbers of newly arrived migrants, Topeka is inviting anyone and everyone with permission to work in the U.S. to come its way. Like a lot of smaller cities, the Kansas capital is…
Landlord Incentive Pilot Program begins second round of operation on Feb. 1
The second round of Johnson County’s Landlord Incentive Pilot Program began Feb. 1, 2024 following its approval by the Board of County Commissioners on Jan. 18, 2024. The program will be available until funds are exhausted. The pilot program provides landlords…
Johnson County releases 2024 market study analysis
Johnson County has released its Market Study Analysis for the Assessment Year 2024, examining the real estate market in the county – including both the residential and commercial markets. The analysis is completed by the county’s Appraiser’s Office, using data…
Questions posed on Fort Scott Community College’s finances, future
Fort Scott Community College President Jason Kegler fielded questions on topics ranging from the college’s recent financial struggles to moving the college into the future during a Community Conversation Jan. 24 at the Danny and Willa Ellis Family Fine Arts…
Towns could turn on to solar
Both Marion and Hillsboro are candidates for a Kansas Power Pool project to build arrays of solar panels to generate electricity in nine Kansas cities. In November, Hillsboro approved leasing land to KPP for the solar array. Marion approved leasing…
Pratt Fire Chief retires after nearly half a century of service
"Thank you for your fearless service and dedication to serving our community for 48 years," a Pratt dispatcher said over the radio. This was part of Pratt Fire Chief David Kramer's final call Wednesday night as dispatch thanked him for…
Events bring in visitors and their dollars
In a couple of weeks, USD 250 will host the Kansas 5A Regional Wrestling tournament. More than 200 wrestlers from 18 different 5A schools from across the East side of the State. The tournament begins on Friday, February 16, and…
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