info2022-08-28T20:57:44-05:00August 26th, 2022|
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.
info2022-08-26T07:33:26-05:00August 26th, 2022|
The City of Lawrence is preparing to begin a two-year process to update its land development code, dictating where and how the city grows as well as changes that could affect the look and function of existing neighborhoods and commercial areas. The city’s land development code, which has not been updated since 2006, covers building density, parking requirements and land uses, or what type of use can occur where, as well as various other aspects of development. Along with seeking to make the development code more concise and user-friendly, the update will create regulations to implement the city’s comprehensive plan, Plan [...]
info2022-08-26T07:30:59-05:00August 26th, 2022|
Since beginning in the role in March, Salina Fire Chief Tony Sneidar has looked for ways to get the department more exposure and involved in the Salina community. The department takes a big step this next month as they commemorate and raise support for firefighters and their families who sacrificed on 9/11. The inaugural Central Kansas 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb and 5K Walk takes place on the 21st anniversary of that fateful day from 9 a.m. to noon at Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina. This isn’t the first time that Sneidar has organized a 9/11 stair climb, having done similar events [...]
info2022-08-26T07:16:44-05:00August 26th, 2022|
After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Roots Festival is set to return to Paola this weekend. The two-day festival will once again fill Paola’s Park Square with music, games, crafts, and barbecue beginning Friday, Aug. 26, and continuing throughout Saturday, Aug. 27. It will be the festival’s 33rd year. One of the highlights of the festival will be the East Central Kansas State Barbecue Championship. About 65 barbecue teams will once again compete at the festival during the championship, which Jon Smail will oversee. It is the 23rd year the festival has hosted the championship. Source: Local News [...]
info2022-08-26T07:15:22-05:00August 26th, 2022|
Overland Park is getting a little more colorful — courtesy of an art supply beloved by children and creative adults. The Chalk the Walk program has encouraged residents of all ages to create their masterpieces on sidewalks, driveways and even paved park surfaces. Those who participate can submit a photo of their creation at opkansas.org/events/chalk-the-walk to enter the associated contest. But if you haven’t done it already, hurry. Submissions close Aug. 28. Source: Joco 913 News
info2022-08-26T07:14:35-05:00August 26th, 2022|
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.
info2022-08-26T07:13:57-05:00August 26th, 2022|
U.S. Treasury yields were higher on Friday as investors awaited a speech by Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell who is expected to give an indication of the central bank's hawkishness.... Markets will be watching Powell's speech at 9 a.m. CT for clues on inflation, the U.S. growth outlook, front-loading and the potential for monetary easing in 2023, analysts at ING said in a note. ... Powell is likely to say that the central bank will not back away from using interest rate hikes to snuff out inflation. Fed watchers also say Powell may indicate that after the Fed finishes raising rates, [...]
info2022-08-26T07:23:15-05:00August 26th, 2022|
City introduces online budget resource accessible to citizens the City of Independence is working through its annual budget process and is offering a new tool to aid citizens in budget understanding. In furtherance of its goal to continually improve operational transparency and communications with residents, the City is introducing a new online platform with complete information on the 2023 Municipal Budget. The site provides insight into budget processes, explanations of line-item allocations and how the budget is divided among City departments, as well as tax calculations for residents. Source: Independence, KS - News
info2022-08-26T07:23:42-05:00August 26th, 2022|
A Pittsburg business is hoping to breathe new life into an old building. Owners of the White Elephant Emporium have started renovating their new home at 804 North Broadway. The project is expected to cost more than $100,000 with the city covering roughly 10%. At Tuesday's City Council meeting, the home decor business received a non-repayable loan made possible by Pittsburg's Economic Development sales tax. "It kind of takes a village to get some of these projects done and to purchase a building like this, for us it's definitely taken the help of Pittsburg, Kansas," said Stephanie Watts, White Elephant Emporium [...]
info2022-08-26T07:24:36-05:00August 26th, 2022|
Audie Heller portrayed Hugh Anderson in the Hide Park shootout re-enactment on Saturday night, strolling into a “saloon” and blasting away at one man at point blank range. As he shot during the two performances, which took place on about the same spot the actual shooting did 150 years ago, a loud bang rang out from the gun, as did a flash of orange and yellow glow. The gun was real but only had black powder to light it up. Heller is an experienced re-enactor, so he knew how to use it. Another actor, Tristin England, portrayed another shooter, Riley, who [...]
