Kansas announces new module for Law Enforcement

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Kansas announces new module for Law Enforcement

info2022-07-11T23:21:44-05:00July 11th, 2022|

Kansas announced recently its plan to implement a new module in police training focused on investigating missing and murdered indigenous persons. Kansas AG Derek Schmidt says the training was developed in accordance with the bipartisan passage of House Bill 2008 during the 2021 legislative session, which took effect July 1, 2021. The office says they sought assistance and input from federally recognized Native American tribes in Kansas, as well as the Native American members of the Legislature who sponsored the bill. Source: KOAMKOAM

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Miniature artwork featured at Miami County museum

info2022-07-12T07:44:51-05:00July 11th, 2022|

Artists from all over the United States and six countries submitted paintings and sculptures for the 17th annual Heartland Art Guild International Miniature Painting and Sculpture Art Show at the Miami County Historical Museum. Jean Cook, member of the Heartland Art Guild and chairperson for the show, introduced Mayor Leigh House and thanked everyone for coming to the show Saturday, July 9. Mayor Grandon announced the winners. There is one more award to be announced, the People’s Choice Award, which will be announced near the end of the show to allow more people to vote. The exhibit will continue to be [...]

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Leawood may seek resident feedback on Johnson County’s last pitbull ban

info2022-07-12T07:40:21-05:00July 11th, 2022|

Leawood residents may soon have a chance to weigh in on the city’s pit bull ban, the final such ban still on the books in a Johnson County city and one of the last ones in the wider Kansas City metro. Following some resident’s concerns voiced during the public comment period of last week’s Leawood City Council meeting, city leaders discussed the city’s dangerous breeds ban and raised the possibility of surveying the community about it. Source: Prairie Village Post

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New banners brighten up Sabetha Main Street

info2022-07-12T07:40:48-05:00July 11th, 2022|

When you drive down Main Street, you may notice the new banners on the light posts encouraging Sabetha patrons to shop local. “We wanted to brighten up Main Street while advertising and promoting our local businesses using the #BeSabetha, #ShopSabetha, #EatShopSipPlayBeLocal campaign,” said Sabetha Chamber of Commerce Director Gina Murchison. Murchison said the Sabetha Chamber of Commerce has been saving funds for the Main Street banners for awhile. “We have been saving for the banners for several years from the profits of the golf tournaments,” Murchison said. “We designate the profits from the tournaments for City Beautification and community benefits like [...]

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Zillow analysis: Wichita is place to move for singles looking for love

info2022-07-11T23:09:12-05:00July 11th, 2022|

Wichita's affordability makes it tops among the 100 largest U.S. metros for singles relocating and looking to meet others who are single. That's according to a new analysis from Zillow, the Seattle-based national real estate and rental marketplace. "Remote work has opened up housing possibilities all over the country," said Amanda Pendleton, Zillow home trends expert, in a news release. "If untethered from an office, singles can move to places that offer more affordability and a vibrant singles scene. Metro areas like Wichita, where your housing dollar stretches further, are particularly appealing at a time when, nationally, rents are nearly 16% higher than [...]

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Tiny food pantry in Overland Park hopes to expand to help more people

info2022-07-11T23:05:50-05:00July 11th, 2022|

A tiny food pantry in Overland Park is hoping to expand and serve more people. "Extension cords running across the yard," said Jennifer Parker, of the Tiny Pantry Times. Parker admits the early months of her tiny neighborhood food pantry were interesting. "It looked really tacky," she said. But it did the trick, and she said her little space in Overland Park quickly became a popular stop to drop off food donations and a lifeline to those in the community who needed the help. "They're holding down multiple jobs, but they've got families to feed," she said. Parker said that nearly [...]

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Kansas election officials prepare for record high turnout in Primary

info2022-07-11T23:01:04-05:00July 11th, 2022|

The clock is winding down to register to vote for the Primary election in Kansas. Some election offices in the state Capitol are seeing a spike in voter registration, as the “Value Them Both” amendment is expected to draw large numbers to the polls. Shawnee County Election Officer Andrew Howell told Kansas Capitol Bureau in an interview Monday that there’s been a “significant uptick” in voter registration for the past few weeks. “We have more registered voters in Shawnee County now, than I think we've ever had that I'm aware of,” he said “We're at 115,000 registered voters...” Source: KSNT 27 [...]

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Attend the Kansas Infrastructure Summit – July 13 – 14

info2022-07-11T07:45:54-05:00July 11th, 2022|

Cities, counties and the private sector are encouraged to attend the Kansas Infrastructure Hub’s Infrastructure Summit July 13 - 14 in Wichita to learn about the many grant opportunities available under BIL, discuss strategies for preparing winning grant applications, and share input on infrastructure priorities in Kansas. Click here to see the Summit agenda. There is no fee to attend, however registration is required and is limited to the first 500 people.

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Negative fans contribute to Kansas shortage of officials

info2022-07-11T07:37:15-05:00July 11th, 2022|

Kurt Loesch and the rest of the officiating crew were walking off the field after a Friday night football game, a hotly contested conference rivalry. A voice from the stands rang out, “I hope you get home safe tonight!" Loesch couldn't tell if it was just a joke or an actual threat but said it — and similar encounters — are becoming more common. This fall, Loesch will mark 26 years as a Kansas State High School Activities Association official. He officiates multiple sports and said fan interaction has gotten worse in recent years. Source: CJonline

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Municipal Bond Trends for July 8, 2022

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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 and Beth Warren.