Garden City Downtown Lights Up For Holiday Weekend Festivities
Downtown Garden City sparkles with Stevens Park trees and Main Street lights as shoppers enjoy a trio of Holiday events. Tuba Christmas features dozens of local horn players at 3 p m Saturday on Grant Street, with carriage rides 2 to 4 p m and a 6 p m parade. Local merchants, sponsors, and economic groups promote staying power and tax dollars for future benefits.
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City signs in Garden City lag others in Kansas
Joe and Kathy Fleury of Garden City criticize local Kansas Avenue signage for remaining static while other cities display moving animated signs. They urge the city to upgrade to prevent driver distraction and advocate progress, emphasizing the hazard of cell phone use while driving.
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Illinois corruption saga rocks Tribune amid bailout calls
Illinois Governor Blagojevich and chief of staff were arrested on federal charges as Tribune files for bankruptcy. The piece notes a long pattern of political and press clashes, staff cuts, and a bid by editors for funds tied to Wrigley Field. FBI wiretaps allege offers of jobs and cash in exchange for political favors.
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Pricing fans out of the game
The piece argues that modern sports venues price regular fans out with high ticket costs and PSL licenses. It cites Yankee Stadium and Jets stadiums as examples, noting reduced bleacher seating, expanded luxury boxes, and per-seat game prices. It warns that families face thousands in upfront PSLs plus game tickets, parking, and concessions.
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AHIP push for universal coverage sparks industry debate
The AHIP plan envisions a public private partnership to preserve employer based insurance, expand Medicaid, and enforce an individual coverage mandate. Critics warn it may shield corporate interests, undermine consumer driven care, and repeat past regulatory misfires as Congress weighs policy paths. Matthew Hisrich cautions against corporate influence in health care reform.
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Winter blood drives urged by Red Cross in CT
The American Red Cross asks for winter blood donations with events at St. Dominic Church hosted by the Knights of Columbus. Drives run from 2 to 7 p.m. on Thursday December 18 and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday December 19. Call 1 800 GIVE LIFE or visit bloodisneeded.org to schedule. Vicky Copess states the need is constant as some regular donors cannot donate.
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