Santa Claus to visit Garden City regional airport
Santa Claus will arrive at Garden City Regional Airport at 12 30 p m on December 17. The event, sponsored by Dillons Air Midwest and Target, will feature candy canes and cookies for local children who share their Christmas wishes.
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Man charged in Fort Hays student's death
Ellis County prosecutors charged 32 year old Robert J Land with first degree murder for the death of Fort Hays State University student Angela May Goddard 21 found dead near an oil field tank battery southwest of Hays She died from asphyxia or suffocation Her mother Jill Goddard said the two had dated and she was trying to break up with him Land held on 1 million dollar bond In the case details were provided by Ellis County Attorney Thomas Drees
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Economy Poised for Growth in Kansas Statewide
In Wichita a mixed statewide expansion outlook shows information services weakest while natural resources and mining leads. Janet Harrah of Wichita State University says the year ends with weak and strong sectors though overall growth is expected across most areas.
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Center For Economic Development and Business Research
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Middle school coach resigns after arrest in Wellington
SOUTH HAVEN AP A middle school coach for South Haven in Kansas resigned after police found methamphetamine drug paraphernalia and cash during a search of his Wellington home. Paul Ledesma 45 was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to distribute and other counts but not formally charged. Superintendent John Showman said there were no prior concerns about the coach.
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KDOT meets Finney County on US 50 ditch impacts
Kansas Department of Transportation and Finney County water board members discussed design issues for the US 50 west project near a historic irrigation ditch built in 1809. Water users pressed about water flow changes. engineers said impacts would be limited and a solution was found. The project, 50 percent designed, extends from US 83 to west of Big Low Road with a $54.8 million price tag and county funding.
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Hospital tree auction aids Emmaus House fundraiser
St Catherine Hospital auctions 27 four foot trees decorated by departments to support Emmaus House. Bidding ends 3 p.m. Monday with top three trees announced this afternoon. Proceeds benefit the food program and local families in need during the holidays.
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St. Catherine Hospital
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Emmaus House
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Janie Wimmer
St. Catherine
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Lions aid vision for youth through Sight Project
Garden City Lions Light Project funds eye exams and glasses for families lacking vision coverage. At Garfield Elementary, first grader David Renick benefited after receiving glasses, boosting schoolwork and confidence. The program, supported by fundraising and referrals from district health services, disburses 69 glasses and 75 exams in 2004-05.
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Sebelius proposes tax exemption for new equipment in Kansas
Governor Kathleen Sebelius backed a plan to exempt new industrial and commercial equipment from state personal property taxes, a first step toward phasing out the tax. She argued the relief would spur investment and keep Kansas competitive, noting the tax currently raises about 200 million for counties and emphasizing a gradual approach.
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Kathleen Sebelius
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Joan Wagnon
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Howard Fricke
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