KDHE amends travel quarantine list

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has amended its travel quarantine list. Florida as well as those countries with a CDC Level 3 Travel Health Notice with restrictions remain, but Arizona, Bahrain and French Guiana are removed effective today. Those traveling internationally are subject to CDC re-entry guidance and protocols. This list is effective for all persons returning to or entering Kansas on the effective dates. The state will review/update this list every two weeks. A comprehensive list of those individuals needing to quarantine for 14 days includes visitors and Kansans who have traveled to: Florida on or after June 29. Arizona between June 17 – July 27. Been on a cruise ship or river cruise on or after March 15. International travel to Bahrain or French Guiana July 14 – July 26.
(Read more: Atchison Globe Now)

Ranson Financial2020-07-29T07:15:32-05:00July 28, 2020|News|

24 Sedgwick Co. inmates test positive for COVID-19

The Sedgwick County Detention Facility confirmed Tuesday that 22 inmates tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total number to 24. This comes after the detention facility confirmed two cases last week and said it would test inmates and staff who were possibly exposed. Sheriff Jeff Easter said in a press release that 27 inmates are still quarantined under Kansas Department of Health and Environment guidelines. The 27 inmates have either tested negative or results are pending.
(Read more: KAKE – News)

Ranson Financial2020-07-29T07:16:02-05:00July 28, 2020|News|

Winfield approved food truck regulations

Winfield City Commissioners approved regulations specifically for food trucks during their meeting last week. The new regulations establish a mobile food vending license with its own fee structure. License fees are $25 for one week, $50 for one month, $200 for six months and $400 for an annual license, according to a copy of the ordinance. Previously, food truck owners could only obtain a peddler’s permit, which is good for five days before it must be renewed. Food truck owners have told city officials in the past that this is impractical.
(Read more: The Arkansas City Traveler)

Ranson Financial2020-07-28T08:19:55-05:00July 28, 2020|News|

Roeland Park to consider additional language clarifying permissibility of fire pits

The Roeland Park City Council last week agreed to consider additional language to its existing city code clarifying that fire pits are allowed. After being asked to review and present the city’s current language, city staff conducted a survey of the following nine Johnson County cities and found six cities include firepit specific language in their city codes. City staff also checked in with the county fire marshall and determined all cities have adopted the county fire code in which recreational burning of firepits are permitted.
(Read more: Prairie Village Post)

Ranson Financial2020-07-28T08:19:34-05:00July 28, 2020|News|

KSHSAA will allow students who choose remote learning to participate in sports

The Kansas State High School Activities Association’s board last week approved a policy change that will allow students who choose to receive all of their instruction remotely for the fall semester to participate in sports and other activities. Standing policy prior to the board’s adoption of the change required that students be physically in class at least one day per week to participate in sports and other KSHSAA activities. With the likelihood that many students who would like to participate in sports and other activities may choose remote learning for the fall semester on account of the pandemic, KSHSAA deemed it advisable to update its policy.
(Read more: Prairie Village Post)

Ranson Financial2020-07-28T08:19:12-05:00July 28, 2020|News|

Gov. Laura Kelly to consider returning to Phase 2 of reopening

If current Kansas COVID-19 trends continue, Gov. Laura Kelly would consider moving the state back to Phase 2 of reopening. Kelly announced the possibility of taking a step back in the “Ad Astra: A Plan to Reopen Kansas” during a news conference Monday afternoon at the state Capitol. Kelly said she plans to keep an eye on the numbers this week and will make a determination early next week about whether to issue an executive order that would again limit mass gatherings to no more than 15 people and close most entertainment venues, swimming pools, and bars and nightclubs.
(Read more: Local News | Topeka Capital-Journal)

Ranson Financial2020-07-28T08:18:33-05:00July 28, 2020|News|

Municipal Bond Trends for July 27, 2020

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.

Ranson Financial2020-07-28T08:14:32-05:00July 28, 2020|News|

Lawrence participating in study to test sewage for prevalence of coronavirus infections

The City of Lawrence will be taking part in a study that tests sewage as a way of tracking coronavirus infections. As part of a study contracted through the University of Kansas School of Engineering, the city has been taking weekly sewage samples at both wastewater treatment plants to test for components of the virus that are shed in excrement, according to a city news release. The city has partnered with Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment to share data and collaborate on the study.
Read more: LJWorld.com.

Ranson Financial2020-07-28T08:23:02-05:00July 28, 2020|News|

KSHSAA will allow students who choose remote learning to participate in sports

KSHSAA has announced that students will be permitted to participate in fall sports and activities if they choose to receiving academic instruction remotely. A previous policy required students to be in class in person at least one day per week. File photo. The Kansas State High School Activities Association’s board last week approved a policy change that will allow students who choose to receive all of their instruction remotely for the fall semester to participate in sports and other activities. Standing policy prior to the board’s adoption of the change required that students be physically in class at least one day per week to participate in sports and other KSHSAA activities. With the likelihood that many students who would like to participate in sports and other activities may choose remote learning for the fall semester on account of the pandemic, KSHSAA deemed it advisable to update its policy.
(Read more: Shawnee Mission Post)

Ranson Financial2020-07-28T08:12:48-05:00July 27, 2020|News|

Celebrating 150 years of Wichita

Wichita turns 150 this month and there’s a lot to unpack in the century and a half since its founding. But viewing our story as a whole can help us uncover Wichita’s identity — our unique wins and losses that turned us into the city we are today. Here’s a breakdown of some of the events that shaped Wichita over the past 150 years…
(Read more: The Chung Report)

Ranson Financial2020-07-27T08:29:42-05:00July 27, 2020|News|