Scrap plan to build Spruce Street overpass on bypass
The piece argues Kansas Department of Transportation should drop its Spruce Street overpass proposal at the bypass intersection noting that local development has transformed the bypass, and traffic lights already improved safety. It warns overpass construction would force homeowner relocations, hinder access to Tangeman Fields, waste taxpayer money, and urges funding instead for truly needed projects.
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Kansas Department of Transportation
Spruce Street
KDOT
Tangeman Fields
Community chatter targets Garden City coaching staff
Local voices complain about school leadership and coaching changes at Garden City, urging removal of Kevin Burr while praising James Morales. Debates touch on community pride, student impact, and alleged past moves, with critics calling for broader accountability beyond a single coach.
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Ulysses
Kevin Burr
James Morales
James
Burr
Community Debate Over High School Coach Firing
Readers weigh in on the firing of Garden City High School football coach James Mireles. Opinions split on whether the move serves education or athletics, with calls to reexamine priorities and leadership.
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Justin
James Mireles
Vanida Vilaysing
HLS
Garden City High School
History highlights and quotes for December 8
This December 8 entry notes 2001 as the 342nd day with 23 days left in the year. It recalls 1941 when Congress declared war on Japan after Pearl Harbor and 1776 Washington’s army crossing the Delaware. A Thought for Today quotes Saint Teresa of Avila on untilled ground yielding thistles.
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United States
Congress
Japan
Pearl Harbor
George Washington
Delaware River
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
St. Teresa of Avila
Your Views on Day Care Providers in Garden City
A reader questions day care provider trust and safety practices, urging parents to verify backgrounds, past client references, and employment history. The letter cites concerns about unsupervised visits, injuries, and financial focus, warning parents to investigate thoroughly before entrusting their children. It also reflects Garden City traffic concerns after recent crashes and highlights a Dec 25 2000 Conagra plant layoff affecting 2,300 workers, praising community support and calling for outreach to the displaced workers. A radio program Temas y Debates will host a bilingual show on Dec 11 to hear from affected workers.
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Garden City
Con-Agra
United Way
Temas Y Debates
ESSA
Rosa Rivera
Karen Canales
Harold Orosco
Harold
Opposing view challenges editor over Bates case death
A reader questions the author’s background and rights to judge the Bates tragedy A 13 year old victim is identified as Amanda Bates The letter argues whether the victim was a fetus and critiques abortion laws and who makes them referencing the nine old men who pass laws on life and death
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S. Jaclyn O’ Malley
Bates
Cookie
Amanada Bates
Community plea after theft in Southwind addition
Maxine Anderson of Ponca City Oklahoma asks Garden City residents to aid in locating a thief who stole a briefcase, a laptop, a printer and an address book from a visitor on November 27. She thanks Garden City Police and Garden City Inn for support and urges awareness to prevent further victimization.
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Southwind
Garden City Police
Garden City Police Department
Garden City Inn
Maxine Anderson
Ponca City
Okla
Correction over Roberts headline raises reader concern
Letter writer complains about a misprinted three eighths inch high headline in the Wednesday issue misrepresenting Sen Roberts position. He appreciates the correction but urges a more prominent clarification to avoid unfair impression of Roberts.
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Sen. Roberts
Roberts
Kansan
Iam
Carrol G. Glanville
Coach Mikiles Faces Backlash Over Blame
A former player recalls coaches who avoided responsibility for losses until Mikiles arrived. He alleges Mikiles blamed the team, while questioning the support from football players at weightlifting practice. The speaker urges readers to seek the full story.
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Mikiles
Drive defensively amid data on safety of flight vs driving
Debate over transport safety notes that some argue air travel is safer than driving, while others see no comfort in statistics. The remark underscores the need for cautious driving habits and personal risk assessment.
Gift Shop at Garden City Senior Center Promotes Handmade Goods
The senior center in Garden City features a gift shop with handmade items including needlework and woodworking. Open Monday to Friday 9 am to 4 pm, it invites all visitors to browse and shop. Contact MRS. LOREN COULTER for details.
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Garden City
Loren Coulter
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