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A tourism hub in Eudora? City proposes a $40M to $50M entertainment district with a 5,000-seat venue
As Panasonic’s battery plant prepares to supercharge job growth along Kansas Highway 10, Eudora has a plan to electrify the area’s tourism scene, too: a 5,000-seat entertainment venue and a slew of new retail and dining options. The proposed development,…
Lawrence’s Historic Resources Code will soon get its first update since being adopted in 1988
The chapter of Lawrence’s city code responsible for creating the local register of historic places and establishing the Lawrence Historic Resources Commission will soon get its first update in more than three decades, and city planning staff hopes those changes…
KANcycle bike sharing expands into Lindsborg, supporting community health and recreation
Lindsborg locals and visitors alike now have a new way to cruise around Little Sweden USA. A bike-sharing program through OCCK Transportation known as KANcycle officially launched in the small town this week. Lindsborg city leaders met for a ribbon-cutting…
Kansas taxes $874M over estimates
Kansas taxpayers paid more to tax collectors than expected over the past 12 months, and politicians are eyeing tax cuts next year after failing to agree on how to provide tax relief this year. Taxpayers paid roughly $10.2 billion in…
One sport impacted all parks. Heres why flexibility is key to Lenexas master plan
The need to update how people in Lenexa enjoy nature, get exercise and pursue leisure activities can be summed up in one word: pickleball. “The last time we did a master plan was 2012. The word pickleball wasn’t even in…
Shorter lines? Sedgwick County to open new satellite office for tag and tax customers
Sedgwick County is opening a new tag and tax office in Park City that will serve customers two days a month by appointment. The new office, located inside the Park City Administration Building at 1941 E. 61st St. North, will…
Marion County blocks making cryptocurrency
County commissioners voted Monday to prohibit noisy data centers for development of cryptocurrency. Although nobody has submitted an application to build a facility, the resolution officially withdraws applications from consideration until the planning and zoning board develops regulations. Operations require…
New Great Bend city administrator takes seat at meeting
Recently hired new Great Bend City Administrator Brandon Anderson took his seat in the City Council Chamber for the first time Monday night. “We’ll start off and welcome Brandon here,” said Assistant City Administrator Logan Burns, who has been filling…
Municipal Bond Trends for July 5, 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…
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