City considers smoking ban in all public venues
City officials debated an ordinance banning smoking in bars and restaurants at all times. The plan would apply to public spaces while allowing private offices and shops to set rules. enforcement falls to the Garden City Police Department with escalating fines for violations.
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Citywide smoking ban sparks mixed reactions and losses
Local residents, business owners, and officials debate a city ordinance banning smoking within 50 feet of facilities where it is already prohibited. Critics warn of harmed city bars and restaurants as patrons may shift to county venues, while supporters cite worker health and uniform rules. Some officials seek broader scope, others resist countywide bans.
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Curtis Clark
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Costs of public school fees across districts vary widely
Kansas districts face per student charges from USD 457 for kindergarten through grade six averaging about 27.86 dollars with higher rates for older students. USD 215 Lakin charges 35 dollars per pupil while USD 210 Hugoton sets 25 to 30 dollars. State funding rises help budgets but districts offer waivers and payment plans to keep schools accessible.
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Whitley
Randy Steinle
Lakin
Hugoton
David Self
Self
Picnic marks hospital birthday and community fair
The hospital held a 7Sth birthday picnic with a cast demonstration tent drawing families and raffles for gift certificates and a grill. Residents toured booths on health topics while hot dogs and chips were served, marking the first community turnout for the event.
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Palacios
Asebedo
Seikas
Rosas
Trisha Hodge
Garden City
Dean
Ruth Beach
Kansas oil industry could profit from higher prices
Topeka AP reports rising oil prices may boost Kansas energy revenue by about 400 million dollars this year. Producers could lift output to 34.9 million barrels from 33.9 million last year, with KU experts noting a long decline since 1956 but recent production staying between 33 and 35 million barrels.
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Rex Buchanan
Kansas Geological Survey
University of Kansas
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