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Marching on: City band director plays in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Jenna Morris, a music teacher at Southern Coffey County and director of the Iola Municipal Band, took part in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade this year. The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is a spectacle enjoyed by millions every year, but…
Wichita arts groups generated more than $184 million in economic activity last year
A national arts group found Wichita's nonprofit arts organizations are leaving a large economic footprint. Americans for the Arts conducted an Arts and Economic Prosperity Study to gauge the economic impact of the arts in Wichita and in more than 370…
A Sedgwick County firefighter’s invention helps those in his profession
Firefighter Nathan Helten was tired of having wet gloves when heading out to a fire. He knew there had to be a solution, but he couldn't find any — so he invented one. After more than a year in the…
Augusta airport looks to bring in larger aircraft with runway repairs
After more than a decade in the works, the Augusta Municipal Airport is getting ready to repave its runway. Because of disrepair and large bumps on the pavement, the runway will be fully shut down from Jan. 8 until mid-February, and…
Municipal Bond Trends for December 28, 2023
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…
Municipal Bond Trends for December 27, 2023
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…
Municipal Bond Trends for December 26, 2023
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…
Burrton getting multiple housing starts
Burrton residents can expect new neighbors in the coming years after the city has three housing starts this year. According to City Clerk Kim Ryan, in previous years the city had about one housing start a year. Beth Anne Kingsley, a real…
Hiawatha native will donate old parking meter to Brown County Historical Society
People collect old pieces of the city-whether they are old service equipment or other items-because they help tell a story of the city’s past. Hiawatha native Rod Colvin will donate old penny-operated parking meters to the Brown County Historical Society,…
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