Survey notes 10 percent of Kansans uninsured
A state official says about 10 percent of Kansans lack health insurance with the share rising as health costs push insurers to raise premiums. The survey of 8,000 households shows lower uninsured rates than many states but volatile costs hit small businesses hard. Experts blame aging populations, new technology, more pharmaceuticals, and administrative costs for insured and uninsured alike.
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Topeka
Ers
Matt All
Kansas
All
Terry Leatherman
Kansas Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Larrie Ann Lower
Kansas Association of Health Plans
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Public hearing secrecy bid in murder case
Dennis Miller's attorney seeks to close all pre-trial hearings in the Finney County District Court. The motion argues publicity has tainted the jury pool and Miller would face heightened due process given age and potential prison sentence. Judge Tom Richardson delayed ruling at 1:30 p.m. on the motion. The case concerns attempted first degree murder and aggravated kidnap.
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Evangelo Arvanetes
Miller
Finney County
Kansas
Arvanetes
Tom Richardson
Richardson
Garden City considers zoning changes to add 10 acres
Garden City commissioners Tuesday will discuss two zoning and comprehensive plan changes to enable growth by about 10 acres. One request would extend Kansas Highway 156 commercial property by 3.5 acres, affecting land near the Garden City Administrative Center at 301 N. Eighth St. Lee Commission, Page AS.
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Garden City
History repeats as Big Pool debated in Garden City
Garden City officials revisit the 80 year old Big Pool amid safety viability questions. 1959 recommendations urged closing or major rebuilds. current studies estimate $2.2 million for ADA compliant upgrades. Public input shows support to keep the pool open, though no funding or concrete decision has been made.
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Garden City
Bruno
City Commission
State Board of Health
City Hall
Garden City Telegram
Kansas eyes staying power as gas shifts import role
Legislators push to prevent rolling blackouts amid Kansas becoming a natural gas importer from Wyoming. Expert witnesses warn transmission bottlenecks threaten electricity supply as state officials weigh energy policy, renewables, and conservation to keep rates reasonable. Leaders stress a reliable power highway and long term planning.
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Rolaids
Kansas
Wyoming
Carl Holmes
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