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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 2001
Page
1
Hugoton pulled off an upset over Lakin in a local golf meet, delivering a surprising victory as players battled to the final holes. Team and individual scores not fully listed, but Hugoton edged ahead to claim the win.
The forecast calls for afternoon thunderstorms across much of the state with a chance of severe storms. Tonight showers and thunderstorms persist in the south and east, with some systems possibly bringing heavy rain. Colder northwest with a chance of rain and a possible mix of snow late.
The Telegram signals readers to access the newspaper’s Internet site for local news sports and editorials. It promotes online availability of current coverage and features beyond the print edition. The note emphasizes accessible digital content for residents seeking timely updates.
At 11 a.m. the Dow Jones average stood at 10,046.09, rising 200.91 points from this morning's opening as financial markets reacted to ongoing developments.
Finney County Commissioners approved 4-1 to endorse incentives for ConAgra Beef Co to rebuild in the area. The Garden City commission planned to discuss the tax-break plan at 1 pm. Mayor and council members noted growth needs and potential strain on schools and services amid the project.
Gra’s officials weigh incentives as Cliff Mayo touts a 75 percent local tax break for ConAgra over 10 years, describing it as a win-win and a chance to rebuild. Other supporters say the proposal offers good prospects and local jobs.
Finney County Commission renewed the Garden City and Finney County inspection services agreement for at least one more year by a 4-1 vote with Roman Halbur dissenting. He urged the county to create its own department while officials agreed improvements, including citizen comment cards to rate the process. Jim Neblett said cards are being prepared.
Kansas regulators and the state’s largest electric utility say power supplies should be adequate for 2005 summer despite worries over heating bills. Larry Holloway of the KCC notes forecasted loads and generating capacity suggest utilities can meet demand. See Power, page A5.
AP reports Kansas faces a revenue gap of over 185 million dollars over the next 15 months. With forecasts cutting state receipts, supporters of legal slot machines at dog and horse tracks see a path to raise funds for government. Opponents, however, remain wary as debate continues.
Kansas legislators debate slot machines as Senate Ways and Means Chairman Steve Morris, R Hugoton, signals a potential year for passage despite opposition and fiscal strain. The budget crunch raises questions about revenue and timing for reform, with lawmakers divided on the issue.
Senate Bill 156 would legalize slots at dog and horse tracks with revenue shares: track owners 60 percent or 126.4 million, state 30 percent or 63.2 million, purses 3.5 percent each for horse and dog races, cities and counties 1.5 percent, administrative expenses 1 percent, and gambling addiction programs 0.5 percent. Supporters seek revival after 23-17 vote on March 22.
President Bush said diplomacy with China could take time as 24 Americans held after an April 1 collision remain in detention. He urged patience to maintain support amid conservative criticism while a U S official on Hainan discussed emotions and political realities with the group. Beijing insisted on US apology for the incident.
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