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Chanute celebrates 150th
An estimated 600 people Saturday came out to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Chanute’s founding in downtown Chanute. “I think that it was a success,” said Jane Brophy, executive director of the Chanute Area Chamber of Commerce and Office of…
Columbus hosts its annual Freedom Fest event
Columbus, Kansas [hosted] its annual Freedom Fest, organized by the Columbus Fire Rescue department. The festivities are taking place at Columbus City Park and will be filled with fun activities for people of all ages to enjoy. The day kicks…
Fredonia hosts its first-ever Independence Celebration
Local residents [hosted] the first-ever Independence Celebration in Fredonia, Kansas. Organizers Shallon and Tyler Decker say their event aims to raise money for non-profit organizations and local first responders. The theme is "Honoring Our Hometown Heroes," and the main event…
Municipal Bond Trends for July 7, 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…
Its all about children and teens in Lenexa. Heres what to know about picnic market
Lenexa Public Market and City Hall will focus on the younger crowd with the return of two popular events this month: the Kid Makers Market and the Teddy Bear Picnic. Both events will be held on Saturday. The Kid Makers…
Derby Police Chief brings decorated career to a close
During his college days, even working as a fence salesman, Derby Police Chief Robert Lee wasn’t on the fence about a career as a police officer – he wasn’t even anywhere near it. Lee admitted he wasn’t considering that type…
Finney County discusses redistricting for precincts districts
Finney County Commissioners discussed redistricting at its regular meeting Monday. Dori Munyan, Finney County clerk and election officer, said the Finney County Election office is going to initiate a redistricting project to “consolidate and clean up our voting districts or…
State officials explain possible ramifications of USD 112 vote to dissolve
Two representatives from the Kansas State Department of Education met with patrons of USD 112 Central Plains on June 27 to answer questions about the upcoming Aug. 1 vote. The vote will give patrons of the district the option to…
Larned council tackles water issues
Water issues dominated agenda discussion at the Larned City Council’s meeting Monday. In the first item of new business, the council approved the establishment of a Water Rights Task Force followed up with the purchase of a new rotary fan…
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