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Concordia City Manager Resigns
City Manager Amy Lange has accepted a new professional opportunity and has submitted her resignation, the city of Concordia said in a statement. Lange has served as Concordia’s City Manager from January 2018 and will continue her career in local government with the City of…
Chanute, Kansas: A City Built on Innovation and Heritage
More than 150 years after its founding, Chanute remains a testament to the vision of one man and the resilience of a community committed to preserving its legacy. The city was established in 1873 when railroad engineer Octave Chanute arrived and negotiated a compromise between…
It’s official: Wichita leaders sign agreement with new sister city
The paperwork was signed on Wednesday to make Chihuahua, Mexico, Wichita’s newest sister city. Leaders from Wichita and Sedgwick County came together at the Farnborough International Airshow in the United Kingdom to make the five-year agreement official. Read more: KSN-TV
Kansas town celebrates 50 years of Liberty Bell made out of wheat
The wheat Liberty Bell is a fond memory for those who were involved with its creation. They also hope it’s a point of pride for the community for years to come. Half a century ago, Goessel had the chance to celebrate America’s 200th birthday in…
Emporia petition against data centers is certified; one on energy storage awaits approval
The city said that it has received two petitions: One proposes an ordinance to prohibit data centers, and the other proposes an ordinance to ban battery energy storage systems. Read more: KSN-TV
What is the rental housing inspection database under consideration in Topeka?
City leaders discussed a rental registry and inspection program during the Topeka City Council meeting Tuesday. Property Maintenance Director for the City of Topeka John Schardine presented the topic to the council, calling it the Rental Registry Pilot Program. Schardine emphasized supporting responsible landlords and…
Manhattan hires Concordia City Manager Amy Lange as new CFO
The City of Manhattan is excited to announce Amy Lange has accepted the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Lange is expected to begin work in early September. Read more: Manhattan – News Flash
South Hutchinson pauses data center projects to gather input
South Hutchinson has enacted a one-year moratorium on data centers and battery energy storage systems. City officials will research zoning regulations and best practices from other municipalities during the moratorium. Read more: Hutch News
Municipal Bond Trends for July 21, 2026
The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of AA rated bond trades reported to the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board’s EMMA® system. Every issuer’s credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive Financial Advisory services for your…
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