Pittsburg pursuing more unified approach to community development

1 Monday, May 1

Pittsburg pursuing more unified approach to community development

info2023-05-01T09:10:33-05:00May 1st, 2023|

The conversion of an abandoned elementary school into a new day care center is being hailed as an ideal first project for Pittsburg’s new community development corporation, Point Forward. The nonprofit organization seeks to pool the resources and efforts of the municipal government, Chamber of Commerce, public school district and Pittsburg State University to accomplish projects individual members of the corporation might not be able to pull off on their own. A $6 million refurbishment of the old Washington Elementary School building on Locust Street into a fully functioning day care center is exactly the type of project that member entities [...]

1 Monday, May 1

Solar farm proposal reaches Pawnee County

info2023-05-01T09:02:08-05:00May 1st, 2023|

A multinational energy company’s proposal to place a five-acre solar farm in southern Pawnee County has officials looking at spelling out the rules and regulations governing solar energy generation. At present, there are no policies on the county’s books regarding commercial alternative energy production. As the renewable energy source gains ground across the state, more Kansas counties are looking at whether solar farms would be a bankable asset or a risk to traditional agriculture producers. Source: Great Bend Tribune

1 Monday, May 1

Andover community shows resilience, rallying together on the first anniversary of the 2022 Andover tornado

info2023-05-01T08:58:26-05:00May 1st, 2023|

Andover Central Park hosted many events on the first anniversary of the Andover tornado. Over 200 people were in attendance for tree planting and a special community prayer breakfast. Many people said they are happy about the progress made to rebuild the city over the past year. "It's just nice to see the rebuilding. And even where they haven't rebuilt, it's cleaned up," said Lori Loney of the American Red Cross. "It's come a long way. I mean, homes are rebuilt, people are moving in, the school is amazing," said Andover resident Megan Henwood. Source: KSN-TV

1 Monday, May 1

What Butler County 911 dispatchers learned from the Andover tornado

info2023-05-01T10:17:18-05:00May 1st, 2023|

Saturday marks the first anniversary of the Andover tornado that destroyed homes and buildings. Behind that day's response, dispatchers in Andover, Butler County and Sedgwick County. Many say it was unlike anything they had experienced before. The phones were ringing nonstop from about 8 p.m. to midnight. "You just keep doing one thing and go on to the next, and then, it just kept going," Butler County Dispatch supervisor Marissa Sparks said. ... Butler County 911 says, for the most part, everything went smoothly on their end that day, but they still learned lessons on how to work better next time. [...]

1 Monday, May 1

Marshall County voters say no to jail proposal

info2023-05-01T10:18:37-05:00May 1st, 2023|

Marshall County voters said no to a proposed new jail in Tuesday’s special election, which saw very low voter turnout. The total was 718 no votes and 396 in favor, which was 64 percent against the proposal and 36 percent in favor. A total 1,114 ballots were cast — about 16 percent of the 7,060 Marshall County residents eligible to vote in the election. Source: The Marysville Advocate

1 Monday, May 1

Arkansas City EMS takes over after Newkirk ambulance hits deer

info2023-05-01T08:54:43-05:00May 1st, 2023|

The Arkansas City, KS Fire/EMS Department took over for the Newkirk Fire Department/EMS after one of their ambulances hit a deer early Saturday morning. "Continue to use caution when driving, especially at night because deer are still moving about and are on the roadways," the Newkirk Fire Department/EMS said. The Newkirk Fire Department/EMS says they, unfortunately, encountered one of those deers around 4:30 a.m. while en route to a hospital with a patient in Kansas. Source: KSN-TV

1 Monday, May 1

Municipal Bond Trends for April 28, 2023

Henry Schmidt2023-05-01T07:02:10-05:00May 1st, 2023|

The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of MBIS "investment grade" yields. Every issuer's credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive Financial Advisory services for your local government, contact your Ranson Financial Municipal Advisor, Larry Kleeman, Beth Warren or Henry Schmidt.

28 Friday, April 28

Municipal Bond Trends for April 27, 2023

Henry Schmidt2023-04-28T05:54:31-05:00April 28th, 2023|

The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of MBIS "investment grade" yields. Every issuer's credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive Financial Advisory services for your local government, contact your Ranson Financial Municipal Advisor, Larry Kleeman, Beth Warren or Henry Schmidt.

27 Thursday, April 27

Marion County ponders request for tours

info2023-04-27T11:37:55-05:00April 27th, 2023|

A hotel owner might add courthouse tours to attractions she offers guests. Tammy Ensey, co-owner of the Historic Elgin Hotel, asked county commissioners Monday about arranging regular tours of the courthouse, Marion City Library, trails, and other places. Each tour would last about 3½ hours. Source: HILLSBORO Star-Journal

27 Thursday, April 27

Derby Passes Golf Cart Ordinance

info2023-04-27T11:38:05-05:00April 27th, 2023|

An ordinance that allows golf carts to be driven on some city streets was passed by the Derby City Council. It allows golf carts to be driven if the speed limit is 30 mph or less, the driver has a valid driver’s license and the golf cart is registered as a special purpose vehicle with the police department, is insured and has valid registration displayed. While carts cannot be driven on streets where the speed limit is above 30, they can cross at a crosswalk. Source: 101.3 KFDI