Obama accepts convention speech amid high drama and critique
Obama accepts the Democratic nomination with a grand stage scene drawing praise and partisan critique. Republicans scoff at the ceremony while King III hails a historic moment ahead of November. Delegates unify behind Obama as Clinton supporters switch to the Obama camp.
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Pawlenty
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King
Martin Luther
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Associated Press
National Mall
Washington
Jennifer Hudson
Clinton
McCain stalls on choosing running mate before convention
Republican nominee in wait John McCain says no decision yet on his vice presidential pick though he eyes a Friday reveal. Ridge and Romney are among leading names with Pawlenty and Lieberman also discussed as possible candidates. McCain plans to discuss with wife Cindy before finalizing, as speculations swirl ahead of the St. Paul convention.
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Tim Pawlenty
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Bush
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Ariz
Cindy
Georgia
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Depperschmidt
Joseph
FCEDC discusses future office moves and collaboration
FCEDC leaders consider housing FCEDC, the chamber, and Downtown Vision in one building while stressing a slow, exploratory approach. Board members cited potential savings and easier public access, with no job or board eliminations anticipated. Executives noted existing rent free arrangements and ongoing discussions.
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Downtown Vision
Windsor
Glass
Finney County Preservation Alliance
Alliance
Don Harness
Harness
Ranchers Meet to Weigh Industry Effects on Cattle Market
In Garden City Kansas ranchers discuss the impact of a potential JBS Swift SA merger on cattle prices and market concentration. They address foreign ownership, outsourcing, and the risk to local economies as Baccus visits to hear producers’ concerns about high commodity prices and labor shortages.
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Baccus
United States
Garden City
Kansas
FCEDC seeks grant to fund workforce training and staffing
FCEDC applies for a grant aimed at workforce development and targeted populations such as youth and disabled. Sosa notes a three week turnaround from announcement to deadline, with a 20 page document. The grant would support training before hiring, Kansas WORKReady certificates, a labor basin study, and recruitment, aligning with goals to connect skilled workers with employers. Schwartz says the grant expands FCEDC’s focus to assist both existing and new businesses and bolster training.
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Sosa
FCEDC
Kansas
Ron Schwartz
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