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Municipal Bond Trends for January 8, 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…
Kansas braces for ‘arctic air mass’ that could bring wind chills of minus 20 degrees soon
It’s shaping up to be a chilly week in Wichita and across much of Kansas. The National Weather Service says Thursday evening will take a turn, with a low of 12 degrees and a 40% chance of snow. Friday is…
Governor Kelly Announces More than $4.6M for Six Fast-charging EV Locations
Governor Laura Kelly announced that more than $4.6 million in federal funds will be directed to the first six locations selected for the state’s National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula program. With existing fast-charging stations spread across the I-70 and…
Governor Kelly Unveils New Designation for Kansas Cities Improving High-Speed Internet
Governor Laura Kelly announced the launch of Kansas Broadband Ready Communities, a new certification from the Kansas Office of Broadband Development (KOBD) for communities working to improve access to high-speed internet. “Participation in the Kansas Broadband Ready Communities program spurs…
Johnson County mega-development defaults on bonds from controversial KS incentive program
The sprawling Prairiefire development in southern Overland Park has defaulted on its Kansas STAR bond debt, the latest in the project’s years-long struggle to generate enough sales to meet its obligations under the controversial state tax incentive program. Bondholders were…
Fed officials in December saw rate cuts likely, but path highly uncertain, minutes show
Federal Reserve officials in December concluded that interest rate cuts are likely in 2024, though they appeared to provide little in the way of when that might occur, according to minutes from the meeting released Wednesday. At the meeting, the…
‘It’s a problem here in Topeka’: Experts say human trafficking not confined to big cities
Few in Topeka and Shawnee County recognize a societal problem operating in the shadows. Unless, that is, you know what to look for. Local experts hope to use Human Trafficking Awareness Month, observed across the country in January, to shed…
Dighton grocery store burns down
A grocery store in Dighton burned down Saturday night. According to the Lane County Sheriff's Office, they received a call at 9:27 p.m. for the report of a fire at K&J Foods. Upon arrival, crews were met with a large amount of…
Fire department wins ‘Battle of the Badges’
The Wichita Fire Department came out on top again. It's the fifth consecutive win for the fire department in the annual "Battle of the Badges." The annual friendly competition is held annually over the holidays to encourage blood donations to…
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