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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 2015
Page
4
In western Kansas the Arkansas River’s strong flows returned this week after a period of calm. The resurgence renews interest in a long-standing river-time practice and helps explain the river’s alternating high and low levels.
The Arkansas River flows through Syracuse at 575 cubic feet per second, far above the 98 year average. Crystal Lampe and Juana Bustillos revived the Arkansas River Run, a summer city event with decorative floats, after the river dried up in the 1990s. The river has reappeared near Holcomb and Garden City as recent rains and Rocky Mountain runoff fill John Martin Reservoir, easing Ogallala aquifer stresses and allowing more water to stay in streams. Kansas conducts a major water study to address statewide declines.
Jay Warren weighs in on the Brookover Cup with a sharp Florida remark in today's Garden City Star edition. Online comments on Kansas grant funding for preschool programs spark strong reaction from readers.
The Telegram prints signed letters under 500 words with writer address and phone for confirmation. Letters may be edited for libel or length and must be directed to Attn Editor at 310 N Seventh St Garden City KS 67846 or via editor rtelegram.com or online at www gctelegram com. Thank you notes should be general. form letters consumer complaints or business testimonials will not be printed.
Julie Doll argues that anti immigration focus on Mexico skews perception as Asia Africa and other regions rise, urging lighter legal pathways and stricter penalties for illegal hiring. She cites economic benefits of immigrants, calls for easier cross border work, better identification, and broader inclusion beyond Mexico.
Dr. Mark Peterson notes amid debate that Kansas officials credit 2012 tax cuts as revival tools though the economy remains sluggish. Sen. Forrest Knox argues against continued government growth and defends tax relief while critics blame wasteful spending and dependency structures.
Peter Funt notes both parties complain about media bias while liberals attack The Times over Bernie Sanders coverage and conservatives rail at Fox News. He argues mainstream outlets deserve credit for balanced skepticism as Election Day 2016 nears.
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