Kansas Bond rating downgrade sparks political backlash
In Topeka Brownback and allies push back against Moody's downgrade citing tax cuts as a driver of growth. Critics like Rep Ward and Davis accuse the governor of denying fiscal crisis while analysts warn ratings changes could hinder future bond issues. Republican leaders defend timing and long term fiscal health.
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Rockaway
Deepening divide in health care by state political alignment
New Gallup data show blue states that expanded Medicaid and created online marketplaces cut uninsured rates sharply, while red states that resisted saw little change. Arkansas and Kentucky led in improvements. Texas remained highest uninsured. Oregon and California faced marketplace troubles yet enrolled many residents. Governor Inslee credited reform, with about 600,000 insured under Obamacare in Washington.
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Garden City High Sets New Year Enrollment and Schedule Plans
Garden City High School expects around 2,015 students for the new year, driven by transferees and lower dropout rates. Enrollment runs daily 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the main office with $36 fee, $30 iPad protection, and $20 activity ticket optional. iPads viewable online. paper schedules for those without devices. First full day August 14 marks start of the 2014 15 school year.
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BPI to resume limited operations at Holcomb plant
BPI plans limited operations resuming at Holcomb Texas Amarillo and Waterloo Iowa facilities in 2012 after national criticism over its lean finely textured beef. About 650 workers affected as Dakota City plant remains active. The product faced safety and nutrition scrutiny linked to documentaries and investigations.
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