Schmidt to seek stronger sex trade penalties in Kansas
Attorney General Derek Schmidt will seek tougher penalties for buying sex as part of Kansas efforts against human trafficking. He noted possible legislative changes in the coming session and highlighted gaps for victims aged 14 to 18. The push aligns with Topeka Shawnee County Human Trafficking Coalition aims to deter demand. Governor Brownback issued a January Human Trafficking Awareness Month proclamation.
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Sam Brownback
Topeka Shawnee County
Barry Feaker
Topeka
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Boomers to headline Tuesday concert at Garden Valley
GVRV hosts a 7 p.m. Tuesday concert featuring The Boomers. The event at 1505 E. Spruce St welcomes the public at no charge.
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Garden Valley Retirement Village
Spruce St
Cheerleading Class Starts January 7 At Garden City Center
A cheerleading class for all students runs from 9 to 10 a.m. on January 7, 14, 21 and 28 at the Garden City Recreation Commission activity center, 310 N Sixth St. The four week course costs $25 and is limited to 25 participants. For more information, call (620) 276-1200.
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N. Sixth St
Silent Night Program at Churches Highlights Christmas Eve
Members of the Chancel Choir perform Mary Did You Know with Jacob Champaugh singing a solo during a Christmas Eve service in the sanctuary of the Presbyterian Church. Area residents join in Silent Night holding lit candles at First Christian Church to close the service.
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Jacob Champaugh
Presbyterian Church
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Kansas Polls Defied Expectations In 2016 Elections
The 2016 Kansas races surprised many as Roger Marshall defeated incumbent Tim Huelskamp by 18 points, while Kevin Yoder failed to meet early polling optimism. Debates over polling accuracy centered on undecided voters and the limits of primary versus general election prediction.
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Patrick Miller
University of Kansas
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