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Lithium ion batteries catch City of Wichita electric bus on fire
Wichita Fire Battalion Chief Lane Pearman says, "these types of fires involving electric type vehicles they are fairly difficult, because of that chain reaction that causes those batteries to continuously heat up to the point to where they actually ignite…
Rural Kansans wait to see how long prescriptions by telehealth last after the pandemic
At the Citizens Health hospital in Colby, Kansas, pandemic-driven rule changes let doctors prescribe chronic pain and mental health medications over virtual appointments. That gave hundreds of patients in northwest Kansas access to life-changing drugs. “Everybody struggles with access to…
How the Flint Hills Trail became the state’s longest ride
Whether it’s cycling the Scottish Highlands or the legendary wine country of France, Roz Newmark and John Roberson have pedaled famed trails throughout the world, including those in America. “Cycle touring is what we do,” says Newmark, of Salt Lake…
Once-in-a-lifetime adventure takes Nebraska man on grand tour of all Kansas towns
Few can claim to have visited every corner of the Sunflower State but this Nebraska man is making it his personal mission. Meet Seth Varner. At 23-years-old, he's probably visited more of Kansas and learned more of its history than…
Municipal Bond Trends for May 17, 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…
Wichita’s fireworks laws just got an overhaul. Here’s what will be legal, illegal this year
The City Council approved changes to Wichita’s fireworks laws by a 6-0 vote. Council member Jeff Blubaugh was absent from the meeting. The law will take effect in stages. This year, it’s legal to shoot off aerial fireworks from July…
Lenexa’s future Old Town activity center takes shape
The recreation facilities in Lenexa’s Old Town are on track to get a major overhaul by the end of next year. The plan, presented to the Lenexa City Council this week, calls for a combination of the Lenexa Community Center and…
Overland Park drops city food inspections, ending ‘redundancy’ with state checks
The Overland Park City Council ended the city’s unique restaurant inspection program Monday, saying it was an unnecessary duplication of state inspections and that the double inspections put a burden on local businesses. The council voted 10-1 to end the…
Miners Hall Museum plans special program on history of McCune
Kent Smith will present "The Founding of McCune" at 2 p.m. Sunday at Miners Hall Museum. Smith, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, has remained involved with the McCune Osage Township Library and regularly participates in community events. His great-great-grandfather, Sevier Wilson, emigrated…
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