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Lindsborg museum to celebrate 125th anniversary of Old Mill
With 2023 marking 125 years since the construction of the Smoky Valley Roller Mills in 1898, this year’s annual Millfest on May 6 is looking to be the best it’s ever been. Held the first Saturday every May, Millfest is…
NIOSH launches National Firefighter Registry for Cancer to understand and reduce cancer in the fire service
hose who work in the fire service face hazards every day while on the job, but one hazard they might not think about is cancer. Recently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), through its National Institute for Occupational…
Wichita lands $191 million EPA loan to reduce sewage stench, improve Arkansas River water
The Environmental Protection Agency has awarded the city of Wichita a $191 million loan to improve the quality of treated sewage the city discharges into the Arkansas River, a major tributary of the Mississippi River. The federal WIFIA loan covers…
Checking in on JoCo’s biggest redevelopment projects: Part 1
Nothing stays the same forever. Nowhere is that more true right now than in Johnson County, where gleaming strip malls, four-lane roads and convenient parking as far as the eye can see were once considered heaven on earth for young…
Claflin pool picked as next BAM mural
To add a new splash of color and summer vibes to the City of Claflin’s swimming pool, the mural-promoting group Barton Arts Movement has selected the facility’s entrance as its next project. BAM is still seeking the last of the…
Chase County residents recall Wednesday’s storm, assess damage
Chase County residents are assessing the damage left by a storm that rolled through multiple towns Wednesday night. According to a preliminary damage survey, several tornadoes touched down in Chase County. The specific tracks, width, and number of tornadoes are…
Chase County Commission approves disaster declaration for Wednesday’s storm
The Chase County Commission has approved a disaster declaration for the storm that hit Cottonwood Falls and Strong City Wednesday night. "Chase County authorities are working alongside the City of Strong City and the City of Cottonwood Falls as well…
Jail proposal election set for Tuesday in Marshall County
Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday for a special election to determine if Marshall County voters support a funding proposal for a new jail. Voters are asked to decide whether the county should enter a…
Municipal Bond Trends for April 20, 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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