Fed promises ‘unconditional’ approach to taking down inflation in report to Congress

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Fed promises ‘unconditional’ approach to taking down inflation in report to Congress

info2022-06-20T01:00:03-05:00June 20th, 2022|

Federal Reserve officials rolled out strong language Friday to describe their approach to inflation, promising a full-fledged effort to restore price stability. In its annual report on monetary policy – a precursor to Chairman Jerome Powell's appearance before Congress next week – the central bank promised it would launch a full effort to bring down inflation pressures running at their fastest pace in more than 40 years. "The Committee's commitment to restoring price stability — which is necessary for sustaining a strong labor market — is unconditional," the Fed said in a report to Congress. That marks the Fed's strongest statement [...]

20 Monday, June 20

USD 457 bus drivers place at competition

info2022-06-20T07:27:08-05:00June 20th, 2022|

Three Garden City Public Schools brought home awards from the Kansas State Pupil Transportation Association’s Bus Rodeo Safety Competition on June 1 in Salina. Jerry Guerrero took first place in the Experienced Transit Driver Division; Andrew Herring took second place in the Rookie Transit Driver Division; and Liz Nunez received a medal for a perfect written score. The winners were presented their awards at a banquet that was held on June 3. Source: Greater Garden City » Feed

20 Monday, June 20

Cottonwood Falls unveils online bill paying

info2022-06-20T07:27:34-05:00June 20th, 2022|

With gas prices at record highs, even short trips in small towns can bring second thoughts. But Cottonwood Falls has a new way to save a drive. “It is an option that will allow people to pay from home, without having to have a check or cash and coming into the office,” City Clerk Bree Larkin said. The city added online utility bill paying to the city website in early June. Larkin said it will be available for July consolidated payments of water, sewage and trash. “We’ve had quite a few people ask for it,” Larkin noted. “We want people to [...]

20 Monday, June 20

Emporia housing board ponders education, enforcement of rental property standards

info2022-06-20T00:52:50-05:00June 20th, 2022|

Emporia’s Community Housing Board is considering ways to improve renting standards for tenants and landlords in the city. The board held a special meeting on Thursday evening to discuss possible solutions to the influx of issues surrounding rental properties in the city, including inattentive landlords and a surplus of vacant properties. Matt Lowery, chairman of the housing board, said the endgame is enforcement of current property standards and educating landlords and tenants on their rights and responsibilities. Source: Emporia Gazette

20 Monday, June 20

Infrared technology used after large train derailment in Lawrence

info2022-06-20T00:50:53-05:00June 20th, 2022|

After a train derailed on Friday, the Lawrence Police Department worked to identify if there were any hot spots or fires on Saturday. Using infrared technology, the LPD's unoccupied aerial vehicle pilots were able to determine there were no dangerous hot spots or fires after around 30 train cars derailed on June 17. UAV pilots shared the information they collected with Union Pacific to coordinate a clean-up plan. Because the wreck was near the Lawrence Municipal Airport, the FAA helped to provide a safe air space. "This valuable, and potentially lifesaving, view would not have been possible without UAV technology," according [...]

20 Monday, June 20

Abilene comes in second in national contest for best historic small town

info2022-06-20T07:28:35-05:00June 20th, 2022|

The town of Abilene just made the top ten of a nationwide poll of the best historic small towns. Abilene not only made the top ten for the 2022 Best Historic Small Town category of USA TODAY's 10 Best Readers' Choice contest, but nearly came in first place. The list of winners for the 2022 Best Historic Small Town category are as follows: Wickford, RI; Abilene, KS; San Elizario, TX; De Smet, SD; Gettysburg, PA; Taos, NM; Natchitoches, LA; Berkeley Springs, WV; Natchez, MS. This marks the fourth time in a row that Abilene has finished in the top ten for [...]

20 Monday, June 20

GO Topeka working to attract young talent to city, focusing on childcare and housing

info2022-06-20T00:46:04-05:00June 20th, 2022|

GO Topeka is actively working to attract young talent to the capital city. Trina Goss, Director of Talent Attraction and Workforce for GO Topeka, stopped by 27 News Friday morning to tell us how. Unemployment is at historic low levels in Shawnee County. GO Topeka talked with employers who say attracting talent is their number one concern. GO Topeka has made talent attraction and workforce development a top priority by also focusing on childcare and housing. GO Topeka said it's facilitating child car summits to bring together experts in this field to begin brainstorming how to enhance their options. They're also [...]

20 Monday, June 20

Chanute adds housing stock

info2022-06-20T07:29:29-05:00June 20th, 2022|

Chanute City Commissioners sold 11 lots just south of its airport to be developed into housing, according to the Chanute Tribune. Darin Luebbering of Advanced Systems Homes purchased the lots for $5,000 apiece. “It’s not going to be a problem to build these houses,” Luebbering said, adding that state funding and incentives makes it particularly attractive to build now. Luebbering said he expected to build the homes, three to four at a time, within 18 months. The lots have already been developed with utility connections and streets. The city has plans to add another 13 lots at a later time. Source: [...]

20 Monday, June 20

Pittsburg community efforts restore piece of African American History

info2022-06-21T07:36:29-05:00June 20th, 2022|

The Pittsburg Community is getting its first look at a restored piece of African American History. The Carver League Foundation held an open house for its recently renovated building. Since the 1950's the building had been a gathering place for the African American community in the area, however over time it fell into disrepair. An effort to save the structure began last year. Through those community efforts, angel donations, and volunteers from Pittsburg State University's School of Construction, the building was restored similar to how former Carver League Members remember it. Source: KSNF/KODE

20 Monday, June 20

Dover celebrates Heritage days

info2022-06-21T07:36:50-05:00June 20th, 2022|

Dover, Ks. celebrated their Heritage Days Saturday with a car show, Antique Tractor display, kid's activities, a vendor fair, a parade, a beer garden, live music a fire works display and a special appearance from the Shawnee County Mounted Posse. Settlers came to Dover in 1856 and in 1860, Dover was made a voting precinct of Auburn Township. In the fall of 1867, Dover was erected into a township. The first postmaster was Alfred Sage, appointed in 1862, and the family name, Sage, is still widespread in the area today. Source: KSNT 27 News