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Municipal Bond Trends for January 24, 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…
10K more Wichitans will have access to fiber internet by end of 2024. What to know
More than 10,000 residents in Wichita could have access to higher-speed internet by the end of next year, thanks to a new project to expand fiber-powered broadband. “The city of Wichita has reached out to us saying they need more…
Meeting will gather input on recommended changes to development code that determines how city grows
Consultants working to update the development code that determines where and how Lawrence grows have drafted a list of 80 recommended changes and are seeking public input on the proposal. A community meeting will take place on Thursday to gather…
I Know It When I See It – What is a Capital Expenditure?
According to Wikipedia, the fount of all knowledge, the phrase “I know it when I see it” is a colloquial expression by which a speaker attempts to categorize an observable fact or event, although the category is subjective or lacks…
Manhattan City Commission to consider new “Reddi rule” ordinance
The Manhattan City Commission tonight will consider an ordinance on first reading that would prohibit a sitting commissioner from holding a dual office. The move is a direct response to current commissioner Usha Reddi’s recent appointment to the Kansas Senate,…
Reed to resign as Winfield USD 465 superintendent; accepts job in Wichita area
Dr. Nathan Reed, superintendent of Winfield USD 465, will resign from his current position to take a job in the Wichita area, he confirmed Tuesday. Reed, who announced the news to the board of education at their Monday evening meeting,…
Mulvane Fire pledges funds to Derby facility
Following discussion over recent years regarding a joint training facility, Mulvane Fire Rescue has pledged support to help realize that goal in Derby – with such a facility currently in the works. Already having auto-aid agreements in place, the training…
Candice Alcaraz is Wyandotte County’s first Black female judge
During November's local elections, Candice Alcaraz defeated 15-year incumbent Wyandotte County Judge Wes Griffin by an overwhelming majority. The win made Alcaraz the first Black female judge in the history of the county, at just 32 years old. Up until last…
Law enforcement agencies supporting one another after OIS shooting
Four law enforcement officers are recovering after an officer-involved shooting (OIS) in Dodge City on Monday. Throughout this situation, law enforcement agencies say they stick together, describing their relationship as a family. Trooper Michael Racy is a Kansas Highway Patrol…
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