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Wichita to consider ordinance to fine landlords that retaliate
The Wichita City Council will consider fines of $250 up to $2,500 for landlords that evict tenants for complaining about living conditions. "You have to keep paying your rent. That's state statute," said Brandon Johnson. But Johnson wants the city to help…
Firefighters save Shawnee Co. horse trapped in mud
It's a sticky situation one Shawnee County woman will never forget. One of the horses she watches after on her property in Berryton found himself stuck in the mud on Wednesday evening. Without the help of one of her other horses,…
Ribbon cutting honors Walter Johnson’s new birthplace marker in Humboldt
A ribbon cutting in southeast Kansas honors the "Humboldt Thunderbolt." That's legendary, 1924 World Series Champion Walter Johnson. He was a pitcher with the Washington Senators from 1907 to 1927. A sign along US 169 as you enter Humboldt from the south,…
Simple economics giving a major boost to Emporia sales tax collections
The City of Emporia’s sales tax collections have been on the rise throughout the past year according to Treasurer Janet Harouff. ...Harouff noted the city collections have increased steadily each month this year putting the city seven percent above where it…
Johnson County looks to convert abandoned factory into trail hub
Johnson County officials are looking to convert the old Kuhlman Diecasting plant at 159th and Mission into a trail hub. Photo credit Roxie Hammill. Thirty years ago, the old Kuhlman Diecasting plant just south of 159th Street and Mission Road…
Iola: Build it and they will come
More than a year ago, Iola council members voted 7-0 to extend water, electric and streets in the Cedarbrook Addition and followed through last spring by committing $1.7 million to the project with the goal of attracting developers. It worked.…
Municipal Bond Trends for November 17, 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…
New Shawnee County park may be destination playground
Plans for the anticipated Shawnee County family park — with its destination playground for older play, 16 pickleball courts and a shelter house — are moving along. The Family Park will be built at the corner of S.W. Urish Road…
Kansas counties need state permission to raise sales taxes. Here’s why that could change.
Kansas may make it easier for local governments to raise sales taxes. State lawmakers on a Special Tax Committee have recommended that the Legislature remove a required step for counties to get legislative permission before asking voters for a tax…
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