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New sales tax in Shawnee County to fund projects at Gage Park and Topeka Zoo
Residents of Gage Park and visitors to the Topeka Zoo can expect changes following the implementation of a new sales tax. The tax, which went into effect last month, is expected to generate about $8 million per year, with 20…
Mural project brightens Eight Street levee wing walls in Osawatomie
The city of Osawatomie recently celebrated another completed mural project in the city. A ribbon-cutting took place April 27 for the newly finished “Bee the Good” mural at the Eighth Street levee wing walls by Art by Lynnsey. The event…
Growth in western Shawnee could push K-7 corridor to its traffic limit
Improvements along Kansas Highway 7 may be necessary down the line to deal with increased traffic on Shawnee’s growing western side, but a new study of that major transportation corridor shows that its capacity is adequate for now. Specific areas…
Galena artist wrapping up mural — paying homage to local legend
A local artist is hitting the streets of Galena, for her second community project in the last month. "I love Galena," said Sandra Pemberton, local artist. It's been a busy month for local artist Sandra Pemberton, as she's wrapping up…
Municipal Bond Trends for May 10, 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…
Can Inflation Fall Fast Enough for the Fed?
Inflation is still too high. That probably won’t lead Federal Reserve policy makers to raise rates when they meet next month, but unless inflation comes down significantly in the months ahead, Fed policy makers will lace up their boots and…
Reno County facing shortage of teachers
As enrollment dwindles in the Hutchinson School District, the need for buildings decreases. But this year, the largest school district in Reno County is facing a new problem − not enough applicants to fill their 14 open teacher slots. Because…
Salina allows more access for fiber internet installation
Providers of fiber internet will now have more options for where cable can be placed near homes in Salina after approval by the City Commission. During its meeting Monday, the commission approved a resolution to allow fiber optic cable to…
Pittsburg Housing Authority awarded vouchers to address housing insecurity
The City of Pittsburg Public Housing Authority (PHA) is one of 62 agencies chosen by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to receive housing vouchers to provide supportive services to those facing homelessness in rural communities. The…
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