13 Apr 2006
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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 2006
Page
1
Two individuals named Erin and Sara Black were involved in a burning incident near a red car and bleachers during the Academy Awards. The piece credits Erin Blackburn Garden City as a contributor.
City Commission approves a 15 mile residency requirement for firefighters and other key city workers. The rule covers electricians, linemen, on call utility staff, street and parks operators, animal keepers, airport staff and department directors, while other employees remain exempt. Mayor Gary Fuller dissented in a 4 to 1 vote, with safety concerns raised by Commissioner Janie Perkins.
Gary Fuller was unanimously approved as Garden City's new mayor for a one year term during the City Commission leadership session. The former mayor in 1980 noted similarities to the early 1980s and cited upcoming plant projects and developments that could propel the city forward. Commissioner Reynaldo Mesa was named vice mayor, also for a one year term.
Kansas legislators press for a bill to permit casinos and slot machines at new Kansas sites. Supporters sketch a constitutional amendment route requiring public approval, while opponents loom as potential blockers. Past moves show gradual gaming expansion via bingo, lottery, racing, and tribal casinos.
Trustees toured Garden City Community College Front Door Project as construction proceeds on the two story addition linked to the Administration Building. The $3.12 million expansion adds classrooms TRIO offices and staff space with bright east facing windows and night time interior light effect. Completion expected late summer for spring 2007 use with extensive student service offices and classroom space.
In north central Kansas farmers report dry farm ponds and rising costs as six years of drought bite. Cattle receive water via hauling from rural districts while pasture outlook hinges on soon coming rains. Kansas Agricultural Statistics Service rated stock water supplies as 36 percent short to very short this week.
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