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Evergy says data centers mean lower electric rates in Kansas
Data centers are required to pay a 15%-20% premium on electricity, with that extra revenue used to lower rates for other customers. Evergy’s potential data center projects could triple its peak electricity consumption, though the utility cannot meet all of that demand. Read more: Hutch…
Municipal Bond Trends for July 20, 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…
‘I Never Want It to End’: The Surprise Economic Boost for World Cup Host Cities
Soccer fans boosted spending in U.S. World Cup host cities, with Philadelphia and Kansas City among the beneficiaries. The Scots drank every drop of beer in Boston. The Dutch filled Kansas City’s hotels. The French chowed down on Philly cheesesteaks. Read more: Wall Street Journal
Kansans met in Topeka last week to discuss data center developments
Proponents argue data centers are a “generational opportunity” for economic growth, while opponents raise environmental and transparency concerns. Both supporters and protesters agree on the need for clear regulations to manage the impacts of data center development. Read more: CJonline
How a data center gets its water in Kansas
Kansas state law requires industries, including data centers, to obtain a permit before using water resources. Data centers can secure water by purchasing it from city utilities, applying for a new water right, or buying existing rights from other users. State officials say existing water…
Municipal Bond Trends for July 17, 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…
Municipal Bond Trends for July 16, 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…
Bike Unit Serves Spring Hill Residents with Community Policing
Sgt. Franco Gutierrez is one of the officers on the newly formed bike unit. He said patrolling on bicycles gives officers more opportunities to connect with residents. Read more: City of Spring Hill
Sedgwick County continues discussions on rural zoning and water use
At a county staff meeting earlier this week, Sedgwick County commissioners spent nearly an hour discussing residential lot sizes and access to municipal water. Read more: KSN-TV
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