Storm Ravages Gulf Coast as Rescue Work Struggles
As Katrina slammed the Gulf Coast, crews cleared highways with motorists using chainsaws to remove fallen trees. Officials warned evacuees may be away a week or more, urging cooperation. More than 1600 Mississippi Guardsmen were activated and Alabama planned two battalions. New Orleans faced rising water after failed pumps and levees released lake water into streets.
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Gas price surge linked to Katrina hits Garden City pumps
Residents report steep jumps in fuel costs as Katrina strands Gulf Coast supply and local stations test gouging rules. Gosher lines form, prices climb from about 2.59 to 2.75 per gallon with motorists venting frustration and concerns about impact on the economy and drivers.
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Ben Roberts
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Garden City adds campus cameras amid funding debate
Garden City High School and JD Adams addition receive 28 cameras costing 111197 funded from capital outlay. Police say investigation ongoing as administrators weighed privacy concerns against security benefits. Students split on intrusion versus safety with some arguing cameras tarnish school image while others see protection.
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JD. Adams
Garden City
Mike Utz
Dennis
Allie Guhr
Brendan Schnaithman
Cynthia Castillo
County retools horse facility rules and zoning plan
Kentner told commissioners the county should allow horse arenas in general commercial and industrial districts rather than restricting them to rural residential and agricultural zones under a conditional use permit. The panel approved the recommendation, while raising concerns about illegal gambling, road damage, and animal treatment at tracks. The board also debated minimum rural residential lot sizes and considered a sewer district for Southwind.
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Planning Commission
Roman Halbur
Alan Fankhauser
Rolling Hills
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Holcomb
Don Doll
City of
Richard Webdell
David Matthews
Anderson Webdell
Southwind
Doll
Cliff Mayo
County Commission
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