Inside Knowledge Young Einsteins discover wonders of science
A brief feature from AZ highlights young students exploring science wonders through hands on experiments and curiosity driven learning. It showcases teacher guidance and community programs fostering early STEM interest.
Double play Duo leads GCCC to twinbill sweep
A double play duo powered the GCCC team to a twinbill sweep as pitching and defense stifled opponents. The first game saw timely hits and sharp fielding, while the second featured clutch plays in late innings to seal victory for the home squad.
Wythe can Dow Jones slips after opening rally
The Dow Jones average stood at 10 593 03 at 11 a m down 22 77 from this morning s open partly cloudy and warmer with windy conditions central and east highs from the mid 70s east to 85 90 west tonight partly cloudy with a chance of thunderstorms east lows from the mid 40s northwest to near 60 southeast Friday partly cloudy with a chance of thunderstorms north and east Friday night partly cloudy
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Kansas lawmakers set 10 redistricting hearings statewide
The Kansas Legislature will hold ten public meetings in May and June to explain redistricting and collect testimony on concerns. Lawmakers must redraw congressional, legislative, and State Board of Education districts after the 2000 census, which shows urban gains and rural losses, with Wichita and Johnson County likely gaining influence. Meetings begin May 16 in Lawrence, then Overland Park, Hutchinson, Wichita, Leavenworth, Kansas City, Manhattan, Independence, Hays, and Garden City.
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Legislative redistricting meetings schedule listed
Joint public meetings of House and Senate redistricting committees are set across Kansas. Dates and venues include Lawrence May 16 at County Commission Room, Douglas County Courthouse. Overland Park May 16 at Speer Board Room, Johnson County Community College. Hutchinson May 23 at public library. Wichita May 23 at Hughes Metropolitan Complex. Leavenworth May 29 at Kansas City Community College building. Kansas City May 29 at State Ave campus. Manhattan May 30 at UMB Theater Beach Museum of Art. Independence June 5 at Montgomery County Judicial Center. Hays June 12 at Memorial Union Pioneer Lounge. Garden City June 13 at lecture venue.
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IBP and Tyson face parallel suits over acquisition deal
A pair of lawsuits between IBP Inc and Tyson Foods heads to court on May 14. In Delaware, Vice Chancellor Leo Strine rejected Tyson's bid to dismiss or stay IBP's suit compelling a deal to buy IBP. In Arkansas, Judge Mary Ann Gunn set May 14 for Tyson's fraud and breach of contract suit against IBP.
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Cellular phone charge sparks local state debate
The 50 cent monthly charge on cellular phone bills prompts a Kansas debate as the House and Senate negotiate who bears the larger share. lawmakers weigh local impact against statewide revenue needs amid ongoing talks.
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County tide: counties seek local control of wireless tax revenue
Finney County Commissioners oppose moving most wireless tax funds to a state pool for reallocations to local governments. The proposal would allow up to 75 cents monthly per wireless line to fund 911 upgrades, with wireless providers negotiating refunds locally. The bill passed the Kansas House 74 to 49, with several Republicans voting against or for the measure.
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Graves denounces rival budget plans predicting disaster
Gov. Bill Graves blasted two budget proposals on Wednesday and warned that tax increases are the only path to fix Kansas finances. He warned that failure to address fiscal 2003 would create a new gap. Republicans and Democrats offered varied plans including tax hikes and spending cuts.
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