Republicans clash as debate tests Romney lead
The Republican candidates clash over Obama policies and debt limits in a high stakes debate. Pawlenty accuses Romney of Obama similarities while Huntsman Gis to Utah record, Santorum and Paul push libertarian lines. Perry plans early primary entry as Cain and Gingrich spar over past campaign turmoil.
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First Grade Teachers Prepare Florence Wilson Classrooms
Florence Wilson teachers decorate rooms for a new school year with jungle themes and labeled coats. Emily Burns, new to Florence Wilson and new to Victor Ornelas, moves from special education to kindergarten and plans student-centered activities. The staff discuss in service focus on procedures oracy and vocabulary as they organize shelves, books, and materials for 21 to 23 students per class. The large school emphasizes diversity with five kindergartens and multiple first grade rooms.
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Garden City
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Negotiations Continue On USD 457 Teacher Contract
A federal mediator met with USD 457 and Garden City Educator's Association negotiators to restart talks after summer stalls over a dress code. The proposed contract would bar jeans in most work situations, prompting a 358-79 rejection. Talks with mediator John Doern lasted 6 1/2 hours with no agreement, and timetable remains uncertain.
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Marienthal Post Office Closure Planned for Aug 20
Mark Nightengale of Heartland Mill presented a statement from residents urging to save Marienthal’s post office. The letter cites Scott Co-op’s five million bushels yearly activity valued at about 30 million dollars and Heartland Mill’s 10 million dollar sales, noting the town’s 32 employees rely on mail services. Rural route delivery and continued carrier service are promised.
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