Holcomb debates teacher layoffs and tax support
Evancho would not name nine non tenured Holcomb teachers until state aid impacts are known. Kansas districts must notify by May 21 about non renewal, under a new May 21 deadline replacing May 1. A Holcomb survey drawn 800 respondents shows mixed support for higher taxes and district consolidation to cover a 457000 shortfall.
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Kansans face tax plan as soda tax unlikely in budget talks
A Kansas committee weighing a $13.6 billion next year budget considers reversing tax breaks to raise about $52 million and facing a $500 million revenue shortfall. lawmakers spar over tax hikes versus schools and social services funding with health advocates backing a 10 cent soda tax per 12 ounce can, opposed by beverage interests.
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Rocky Nichols
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House Appropriations Committee
Immigrant Rights Activists Clash Over Arizona Law
Shakira met Phoenix officials amid concerns the measure violates civil rights. Linda Ronstadt and Ricky Martin denounced the law at events in Tucson and Puerto Rico. About 40 activists protested in Chicago outside Wrigley Field. Arizona lawmakers approved tweaks to curb racial profiling and link civil violations to immigration status. Sponsor Russell Pearce called the changes clarifications.
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Phoenix
Linda Ronstadt
Tucson
American Civil Liberties Union
Arizona
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Healy Flood Tests Community Resolve After Heavy Rains
In Healy torrential rains caused widespread flooding as residents cleaned debris from fields and streets. Public works repaired roads and bridges while officials urged residents to conserve water. Wells remained safe, and no injuries were reported though basements suffered about $10,000 damage each and at least one home lost generations of memorabilia.
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