Mass Cards Pope's Reign at Local Memorials
Local residents paid tribute to John Paul II with Masses at St. Dominic and St. Mary churches. Priests and parishioners recalled his convictions, multilingual reach, and role in unifying Eastern Europe, while families reflected on death and future papal leadership as bilingual services unified the community.
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James Baker
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Baker
Carlos Garcia Pena
S.J
Martin Hermosillo
Jorge Robles
Robles
World mourns as John Paul II buried at St. Peter's Basilica
Throngs fill Vatican Square for the funeral of the first non Italian pope in 455 years. Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger presided at the Mass, calling John Paul II a priest to the last. The service featured the Sistine Choir and a window blessing recalled from Easter.
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Parole hearing set for Diana Lumbrera in Kansas
Parole board sessions set for Lumbrera and Darrel Hartley include public comment times in April at Kansas City Kansas City Wichita Topeka venues. Lumbrera previously admitted to homicide for life. Shull noted signs of suffocation in a child rescued after exposure to her care.
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Shull
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Kansas Parole Board
Finney County
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Hartley
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Kansas City
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Finney State Office
William St
Wichita
Landon State Office
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Topeka
S. Topeka
Festival showcases diverse cultures with student dancers and food
Gar den City hosts a community festival highlighting Vietnamese culture and other differences. Anh Do and a student Asian group perform as families sample enchiladas and other cuisines. Emcee Roxie Thompson notes the event builds understanding and pride among students and adults.
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Anh Do
Kent Moore
Victor Ornelas Kindergartner
Spencer
Julie Koerperich
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Victor Ornelas
Roxie Thompson
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Garden City hero saves teen from jump off overpass
DeLeon grabbed the woman as she prepared to jump from the Garden City overpass. Police took her into custody after rescue and she was taken for mental evaluation at St. Catherine Hospital. Authorities praised DeLeon and his wife for the lifesaving actions.
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Garden City
Jeff Schiffelbein
DeLeon
St. Catherine Hospital
Area Mental Health Center
Mike Utz
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