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As rural residents age, some Kansas communities step up to help
Bertie Dinkle smiled from her seat at the Louisburg Senior Center. “This is my second home.” She had just finished her meal of chicken fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans and strawberry cake. She happily chatted with friends…
Here’s a look at Leawood’s 75th anniversary celebration
This weekend, the city of Leawood celebrated a big milestone. This year marked its 75th year as an incorporated city. As such, residents gathered this weekend to celebrate with a range of festivities along Tomahawk Creek Parkway. A few more activities are…
Kansas prairie inspires public art projects for Merriam Plaza Library
When Johnson County Library opens the Merriam Plaza branch in the first half of 2024, it will include a drive-thru, state-of-the-art technology, early literacy space in the kids section, and all the other amenities one would expect in a new…
Goddard Fall Festival moves forward with new attraction
A step back into the 80s kept a lot of the youngsters distracted from the usual rides at the Goddard Fall Festival. "With the retirement of one carnival they kinda consolidated into one so there's only one carnival servicing Kansas…
See a fox or coyote in the city lately? You’re not alone, and the state needs you to report it
If you feel like you've seen more coyotes and foxes in the city lately, you're not alone. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks says there's been a big increase in reported sightings this year, so much so that it…
Municipal Bond Trends for October 10, 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…
Olathe parents say district failing kids with autism, causing ‘mental health crisis’
Ty VanBuskirk had never publicly talked about being on the autism spectrum before. Instead, he spent his time in the Olathe school district masking it. But that changed in July, when the recent Olathe South graduate stood in front of…
Herington Hospital closing after 104 years
The only hospital in the city of Herington will be closing after 104 years in operation. Hospital officials said Monday that lengthy financial issues and low patient volumes led to the decision, and the hospital will close as soon as Wednesday. …
Greensburg leaders vote to keep police department
The city council in Greensburg has voted to keep the police department and move ahead with the hiring of a new police chief. A committee will be created to conduct a search for a new chief. The police department has had…
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