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KDOT installing ‘high performance’ signs on selected highways in Lyon, Greenwood counties
A special signage project is underway on several area highways. The Kansas Department of Transportation says signage is currently being replaced on Kansas Highway 99 in Lyon and Greenwood counties, as well as Kansas Highway 58 east of Madison, US…
Merriam nixes some key elements of downtown plan
A long-awaited plan to remake downtown Merriam is moving forward but without any changes to a key two-block stretch of Merriam Drive. Mayor Bob Pape cast the tie-breaking vote last week on a motion to leave Merriam Drive between Hocker Drive…
Experience El Dorado to host virtual town hall for mural project
El Dorado residents and visitors have enjoyed the beauty and community spirit two recent murals have brought to the downtown area, and now, the City of El Dorado has the opportunity to add a third mural through a $10,000 grant…
Community support specialists help to offer different approach to WPD calls
Their work could include helping parents find a therapist for their kids, lining them up with after-school programs, or other programs to help the school to provide a family with basic hygiene products. Robinson says “We just try to really…
Reed reflects on time at USD 465
USD 465 Superintendent Dr. Nathan Reed spoke to the CourierTraveler about some of the successes during his time as district leader, while others who work with Reed said they appreciate his efforts in leading the district through COVID-19 and other…
Kansas Senate bill funnels $1 billion into rainy-day fund to bridge economic downturns
State Treasurer Steven Johnson endorsed legislation Tuesday adding $1 billion to Kansas’ budget stabilization fund and recommended the bill include provisions prohibiting withdrawals from the rainy-day account for one-time state government expenditures. The state’s reserve fund contained $980 million on…
Kansas governor announces educational funding for low-income students to combat learning loss
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly announced the creation of a program she hopes will combat learning loss on Tuesday. Kelly announced the creation of the Kansas Education Enrichment Program (KEEP). The program will offer low-income families a one-time $1,000 award per…
Municipal Bond Trends for January 30, 2023
The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of MBIS "investment grade" yields. Every issuer's credit is different. For rates that may be applicable to your municipality, contact our Municipal Bond Advisors, Larry Kleeman, Beth Warren and…
Kansas cut sales tax on food, but here’s why rates can sometimes change block to block
At the bustling intersection of 135th Street and Metcalf in Overland Park, shoppers who want to save on food only need to cross the street. Go to Sprouts Farmers Market on the southern side of 135th, and you’ll pay 8.1%…
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