Transportation executive named to lead Treasury team
President Bush nominates John W. Snow, chairman of CSX Corp., to replace Treasury Secretary Paul O'Neill. Snow, 63, a former Ford official, will head an economic team for the re election and push a new tax cutting package. Bush lauds Snow's leadership and public service as the economy recovers from a shallow recession.
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Sunflower moves toward second generator at Holcomb plant
Sunflower Electric plans a second generator at the Holcomb coal plant to add 600 megawatts of capacity, backed by an undisclosed investor. The project clears a state permit and federal EPA approval, with Sunflower seeking a buyer for about 80 percent of the new output. The move aims to boost grid access and efficiency while preserving staff.
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Christmas Carnival Brings City Rides to Garden City
Garden City Recreation Commission Superintendent John Washington notes the Christmas Carnival began in December 1984 and has run nearly every year since, despite budget losses. The event relies on volunteers and sponsors to cover about 5500 dollars for rides and rent, with games built and staffed by local groups.
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Retiring Finney County maintenance chief reflects on changes
Mendoza recalls four decades of county growth from a two‑person shop to thirteen, with seven buildings now secured by cameras and alarms. He started at age 12, worked in construction and railroads, and says daily challenges kept him going. He plans to enjoy his remaining transplant life while weighing finances and schedules.
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Consolidation debate eyed as Kansas districts shrink
Officials in Ness County seek to spark debate on school consolidation. Four district county enrollment totals about 560 with 223 in two districts Ransom and Bazine. Since 1969 many districts have folded to cut costs, sparking fear of loss of community identity. Kennedy and Little urge incentives and reconsideration of rural aid while noting limited savings.
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Area districts weigh consolidation amid Kansas budget cuts
Dighton and Deerfield districts face reduced state support as August budget cuts lower per pupil funding by 27 dollars, with Dighton seeing 7020 less than expected. Leaders urge collaboration over consolidation, highlighting shared programs, ITV classes, and joint sports efforts to preserve education quality.
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