Public bike repair stations coming to Harvey County

Ten public bicycle repair stations will be placed in Harvey County thanks to a grant written by Healthy Harvey and Walk and Roll Harvey. "Bike service stations were part of our wellness grant," said Lynnette Redington, director of the Harvey County Health Department. With bike plan development in several Harvey County cities, the Blue Cross Blue Shield Pathways funding was acquired for bike repair stations as a Community Wellness project. Each city will receive a bike …
(Read more: Newton Kansan)

Ranson Financial2020-07-10T08:43:08-05:00July 10, 2020|News|

New downtown Lawrence guides to assist visitors, help keep downtown clean

The City of Lawrence recently created the Downtown Ambassadors pilot program in partnership with Downtown Lawrence Inc. and the local visitors bureau, Explore Lawrence. The guides wear bright orange shirts with the messages “Welcome to Lawrence” and “How can I help?” A news release from the city states that the guides will provide assistance to downtown visitors, residents and employees, especially as businesses begin reopening during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. “The primary goal of the program is to help ensure a clean, safe and welcoming environment for the Downtown Lawrence community,” the release states.
Read more: LJWorld.com.

Ranson Financial2020-07-10T08:07:15-05:00July 10, 2020|News|

Municipal Bond Trends for July 9, 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 Financial2020-07-10T08:03:43-05:00July 10, 2020|News|

Madison City Council closes City Hall until further notice

Madison’s City Council voted to close City Hall to the public once again during a special meeting Tuesday evening. The decision was part of the city’s review of its response to the COVID-19 pandemic. City Clerk Victoria Stewart had requested the council consider closing the doors due to increased traffic inside of the building. “There’s nothing we can’t do over the phone,” Stewart said. “I don’t see much of a point of putting ourselves at risk if we don’t have to. We’ve been able to handle everything over the phone and email.”
(Read more: Emporia Gazette)

Ranson Financial2020-07-10T08:51:22-05:00July 10, 2020|News|

Gov. talks back-to-school in Kansas

The governor of Kansas is releasing new information about the state’s back-to-school plans. This comes as the state is battling rising coronavirus cases. “We have a virus here that can make our friends and our neighbors and our family members very sick, and even kill them,” said Gov. Laura Kelly. In an interview Thursday, Kelly said educators and public health professionals came together to make a plan we could see within a few days. “What we’re gonna see next week is probably the most comprehensive, the most thoughtful plan for opening our schools safely,” said Kelly. Kelly said the plan will take into account the overall impact of coronavirus on the state of Kansas, as well as the impact on individual schools, and even classrooms.
(Read more: KAKE – News)

Ranson Financial2020-07-10T08:01:13-05:00July 9, 2020|News|

Cost-share program to help fund 24 transportation projects in Kansas

New roads and bridges, and the jobs that come with them, are on their way to Kansas. The state’s “Cost Share Project” announced that it will fund 24 transportation projects across the Sunflower State. Projects in Newton and Eudora could begin before the end of the year. Other projects could begin in 2021. Governor Laura Kelly says building infrastructure now could create lasting jobs and opportunities in Kansas. “Transportation investments don’t just create short term construction jobs,” she says. “They have the ability to change long-term economic outcomes for communities that have lost populations and businesses. We know that investing in infrastructure benefits existing businesses and encourages new businesses to locate in Kansas.”
(Read more: KAKE – News)

Ranson Financial2020-07-10T08:01:25-05:00July 9, 2020|News|

Kansas State Fair Board to reconsider 2020 fair

The Kansas State Fair Board will have a meeting again Monday at 10 a.m. to reconsider the 2020 fair due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Amy Bickel, director of marketing for the Kansas State Fair, tells KSN News that several vendors have pulled out due to other fairs on the circuit canceling. She also said it is tough to get volunteers and employees to work the fair. Already, several area states including Iowa, Oklahoma, Texas, and New Mexico have canceled their fairs for 2020.
(Read more: KSN-TV)

Ranson Financial2020-07-10T08:01:40-05:00July 9, 2020|News|

Wind energy brings $18 million dollars of revenue to Clark county

Wind farms, turning the wind into energy and funding for local communities. A $280-million dollar, 74 turbine wind farm expansion is bringing 250 temporary jobs, and nearly $18 million dollars of revenue to Clark County schools and public services. It’s more than wind energy, it’s vital dollars being poured back into the community. “We’ve really seen an infusion in our economy,” said Jim Nelson, Minneola High School Teacher. It’s not the first wind farm to breathe life into Minneola’s school system.
(Read more: KSN-TV)

Ranson Financial2020-07-10T08:01:59-05:00July 9, 2020|News|

New orders regulate restaurants, bars, and nightclubs starting this Thursday

An Emergency Order of Local Health Officer has been issued for Topeka and Shawnee County beginning Thursday, July 9 at 12:01 a.m. This proactive public health order is issued to minimize the impact of COVID-19 on the Shawnee County community. A sharp increase in cases has been identified and linked back to bar establishments. Shawnee County Health Officer, Dr. Pezzino consulted with some local owners and operators of bars and restaurants in Shawnee County over the past week to discuss potential changes and how to minimize their impact while preserving the public health goals.
(Read more: WIBW News Now)

Ranson Financial2020-07-10T08:02:53-05:00July 9, 2020|News|

City of Lawrence agrees to purchase house found to have century-old city tunnel underneath

The City of Lawrence has agreed to purchase the house of a couple who sued the city after discovering a century-old tunnel directly under their home. Sarah Merriman and Donna Geisler bought their house at 812 Ohio St. in 2017 with plans to demolish the ranch home on the property and build a bungalow with a basement. Those plans were disrupted when it was discovered that a city drainage tunnel ran corner to corner under the home, at a depth of only a few feet, even though no easement was recorded with the city.
Read more: LJWorld.com.

Ranson Financial2020-07-10T08:06:34-05:00July 9, 2020|News|