HorseThief Reservoir plan wins voter support in Kansas
Drought in southwest Kansas has intensified debate over the Horse Thief Reservoir eight miles west of Jetmore. The 260 to 450 acre lake with park features could cost 15.3 million with 4.5 million from the small lakes program and 9.8 million from a sales tax. A 0.15 percent tax increase would help fund it, with benefits including camp sites trails and water recreation. Voters must weigh the tax cost against potential quality of life gains for the region.
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Kansas
Jetmore
Pawnee
Finney
Ford
Gray
Hodgeman
Southwest
HorseThief Reservoir
World Bank Chief Sees Indigenous Roles In Poverty Solutions
World Bank President James Wolfensohn visited Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota and urged recognizing indigenous nations and business ownership to lift communities from poverty. A New York teacher, Justin Kazmark, notes his preference for purple grading over red to better connect with students.
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World Bank
James Wolfensohn
Pine Ridge Reservation
South Dakota
Justin Kazmark
New York
Telegram Feedback Details for Garden City Readers
The Telegram invites reader feedback via email fax or phone. Mail addressed to Attn Editor 310 N Seventh St Garden City KS 67846. Contact channels include phone numbers 620 275 2704 and 620 276 6862 Ext 201.
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N. Seventh St
Garden City
The First Amendment Speeches on Free Rights
The text presents the First Amendment provisions about religion freedom of speech press peaceful assembly and petition for redress of grievances. It outlines no law respecting establishment of religion prohibiting free exercise abridging speech or press and the right to assemble and petition.
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Spee
Water recreation and Horse Thief Reservoir support letter
Teresa and Hank Guerrero of Garden City urge readers to back the Horse Thief Reservoir project citing long term studies by three engineering firms and Kansas Division of Water Resources. They claim adequate Buckner Creek runoff, minimal taxpayer cost, and benefits for recreation and local economy while endorsing Stacy Gonzales for City Commission on April 5.
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Buckner Creek
Kansas Division of Water Resources
Horse Thief
HorseThief
Pawnee Watershed
Benefit District
Horse Thief Reservoir
Stacy Gonzales
City Commission
Garden City
Stacy
Teresa
Hank Guerrero
No Need to Steal Signs A City Commission Message
A reader denounces sign theft tied to disputes over homosexuality and asserts Biblical views. The letter cites incidents of stolen yard signs and argues for tolerance, urging leaders to focus on community concerns and the reelection of Reynaldo Mesa, with support from Mary and Charles Guy.
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Reynaldo
City Commission
Reynaldo Mesa
Mary
Charles Guy
Voters urged to rethink Henderson Middle brick plan
USD 457 school board members face a choice on Kenneth Henderson Middle School repairs. Incumbents push replacing all brick to fix mortar joints comprising under 15 percent of joint footage, at an estimated 500000 to 600000 dollars. Local experts say a cheaper fix exists, potentially saving hundreds of thousands.
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USD 457
Kenneth Henderson Middle School
Danny Fankhauser
Long Range Building Maintenance Committee
Blaine Davis
Lot Taylor
Gary Fuller
Duane West
Garden City
Protect Marriage Vote Defends Traditional Marriage
A letter arguing against gay marriage cites Scandinavian outcomes as warning signs. It claims de facto homosexual marriage would erode lifelong commitments, family roles, and the sanctity of marriage, predicting easy divorces and loss of state interest. The author urges preserving traditional marriage with a pointed yes vote.
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Netherlands
Mesa’s bid for Garden City leadership highlights local service
The piece presents Reynaldo Mesa as a longtime Garden City official since 1999 with two mayoral terms, noting his roles on the City Commission, League of Kansas Municipalities, LULAC, Russell Child Development Center, St. Mary’s School Council, YMCA, and Downtown Vision Inc. It emphasizes his vision of a viable, vibrant community and his work to attract business through chamber involvement and downtown revitalization efforts.
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Garden City
Kansas
Reynaldo Mesa
League of Kansas Municipalities
LULAC
Russell Child Development Center
St. Mary’s School Council
YMCA
Garden City Downtown Vision Inc
Reynaldo
Chamber of Commerce
Garden City Community College
Live and let die critique of gay marriage debate
Dennis Lee Barr argues against labeling Christians as bigots for opposing gay marriage. He warns that redefining marriage weakens family structure and moral choice, urging believers to seek change through faith rather than surrendering to the “live and let die” philosophy.
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God
Jesus
Calvary
Christ
Hell
Satan
Dennis Lee Barr
Garden City
Vote for Reynaldo Mesa for City Commissioner
Letter from Jeff Whitham endorses Reynaldo Mesa for three city commission seats in Garden Cities. It cites Mesa’s experience with the city manager, ability to scrutinize procedures, and leadership in downtown development through Main Street Kansas to aid merchants and property owners.
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Reynaldo Mesa
Main Street
Kansas
Reynaldo
Jeff Whitham
Garden City
Your views policy The Telegram 310 N Sevant
A reader letter outlines concerns about editorial bias in coverage and calls for balanced reporting. The author cites examples from recent issues and urges the Telegram to publish diverse opinions from community members. The piece emphasizes transparency and accountability in local journalism.
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