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Saline County takes advantage of new federal provision, redirects ARPA money to roads
Saline County canceled two projects that failed to get off the ground and reallocated American Rescue Plan Act funds to go toward road projects Tuesday. Following a new federal provision which provides counties with additional options for investing coronavirus relief…
At many banks, pandemic-era bond purchases are still tugging at profits
Banks' pandemic-era bond investments are still hampering some lenders, dragging down the profitability of those that are saddled with low-yielding portfolios for months or even years to come. The concerns are far less severe than they were in March and…
Wichita city council approves changes to short term rental rules
Inside the Wichita City Council chambers on Tuesday, Kelli Reid is sitting and listening to the council debate an issue that will impact her directly. They're talking about new rules and regulations regarding short term rental properties. “When we first…
Overland Park will require some new streets to be paved with concrete
Starting at the end of this year, Overland Park will require some new streets to be built with concrete instead of the traditional asphalt mix. The move is expected to cut down on the disturbance from regular street maintenance on…
Douglas County Commission to consider policy to pay people with lived experience
Douglas County commissioners on Wednesday will consider a new policy that would allow the county to pay people who have lived experience for their input on community issues and initiatives. County staff members want to seek input from people who…
Municipal Bond Trends for September 12, 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…
Kansas schools brace for utility rate increases
It's been five years since energy provider Evergy requested a rate increase for customers in the Wichita area. This year, the company has asked the Kansas Corporation Commission for a residential rate of just less than 10%. But the base…
Great American Market draws crowds to downtown Emporia
With nearly 180 vendors this year, Commercial Street was lined with goodies from the 600 - 1100 blocks. Visitors found everything from plants and handcrafted jewelry to collectibles and antiques, resin art, crochet and knitted items, jams and jellies, food…
USD 216 Deerfield cancels school for second day due to storm damage
A school in western Kansas has canceled class for the second day in a row due to storm damage on Sunday, the district says. According to a release, USD 216 Deerfield will not have school on Tuesday as they work…
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