Garden City voices on immigration echo through community
Perkins Angelica Castillo and Dennis Mesa discuss immigrant experiences and the American promise in Garden City. Castillo, who arrived from Mexico at 13, speaks of adapting and voting, while Mesa likens Garden City to Ellis Island. Local officials urge effective enforcement, family unity, and immigrant integration, stressing practical, implementable solutions.
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Whitham Reflects on First Legislative Session
In the 123rd District race, Whitham, CEO of Western State Bank, said his first session was a learning experience. He cited immigration and gambling as tough debates and health care as a likely future issue. Loyd, his predecessor, noted Whitham’s quick adaptation and emphasized building relationships. Whitham won the GOP primary 58 to 42 over Roy Dixon, with 843 to 610 votes. no Democratic challenger ran.
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Volunteer rates dip slightly since surge after 9 11
Washington AP report shows volunteer participation rose sharply after the 9/11 attacks, peaking around 2006 with 26.7 percent volunteering, down from 28.8 percent in 2005. The study cites increased youth involvement and says overall rates remained near prior levels while seniors and mid aged groups rose.
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Gunman Kills 21 at Virginia Tech Campus
report notes past Virginia Tech attack on campus resembled by 1966 at the University of Texas and 1999 Columbine. the morning gunfire killed one student in a dorm and others in a classroom. entrances closed and classes canceled as lockdowns were enforced while students waited for updates.
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CNN
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Doctor McDonald Brings Care to Garden City Clinic
Dr. McDonald, trained at Indiana and Chicago Medical School, works in Garden City health center and Liberal office three and two days weekly. He specializes in chronic diseases like asthma and diabetes, aims for outpatient care, and cites a commitment to underserved communities and his Christian faith as motivators.
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