Medicaid expansion gains traction in Kansas despite risks
Kansas lawmakers face a volatile debate as moderate Republicans gain in primaries and health groups push KanCare expansion. Gov Brownback backs waiting lists elimination. critics cite 150,000 uninsured in the coverage gap and 4,000+ with developmental disabilities awaiting services. Alliance for a Healthy Kansas argues expansion would bring money and jobs, while Brownback stresses conditions and no added cost. experts say political risk persists for incumbents and the governor.
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Garden City honors Bribiesca with park basketball courts dedication
A Garden City Commission vote in April renamed and funded renovation of a worn tennis court into new basketball courts at Fourth and Maple. Bribiesca, a 35 year public works employee who retired last year, inspired youth sports through a family noted letter. The dedication occurs Friday with a community program of old-time music by Joe Irsik and Carl Knaus at Garden Valley Retirement Village at 7 pm.
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Joe Irsik
Carl Knaus
Garden Valley Retirement Village
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Michalek completes Super Sprint Triathlon in Holcomb
Mia Michalek of Garden City shed a food addiction and finished Sunday's Super Sprint at Holcomb Pool in 1 hour 47 minutes. The 4 event Triple Threat Triathlon series spans three weekends, with next leg at Cimarron Swimming Pool. Michalek has lost 190 pounds since April and inspires others to start exercising. Local youths like Cale Krug insist swimming is their strong suit while veterans like David Snodgrass reflect on the toll of Ironman training.
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Tam
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