Bush plans phased smallpox vaccination rollout
The Chicago Tribune notes President Bush would be vaccinated but not his family or most Cabinet members, highlighting concern about biological terrorism without an imminent threat. A phased plan aims to vaccinate Americans, with four days needed post exposure for protection, while polls show mixed willingness and focus groups warn of perceived vaccine risks.
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Bush
Federal
Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
Chicago Tribune
On This Date Highlight for December 28
This historical calendar notes key events on December 28 across years, including Congress recognizing the Pledge of Allegiance in 1945, Mary II’s death in 1694, Calhoun’s resignation in 1832, Iowa’s statehood in 1846, Wilson’s birth in 1856, and other notable milestones. It also recalls recent anniversaries such as Somalia’s warrings end promises, a turbulence incident in 1995, and Lawrence Singleton’s death in 200?
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Congress
Mary II
England
William II
John C. Calhoun
United States
Jackson
Iowa
Somalia
Mohamed Farrah Aidid
Ali Mahdi Mohamed
United Airlines
Tokyo
Honolulu
Pacific
National Guard
Buffalo
N.Y
Lawrence Singleton
California
Starke
Fla
Trent Lott remarks spark controversy and calls for action
A reader condemns Senator Lott for remarks seen as inflaming racial tensions and urges the end of affirmative action while urging Congress to move beyond the controversy. The letter defends whites and criticizes black Americans, pledging to focus on other legislative issues.
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Trent Lott
Congress
Windsor project praise from Garden City native supporter
A reader thanks Eric Keller and his Windsor project committee for their work on downtown revitalization including the State Theatre project. The letter cites historic losses to 1960s urban renewal and expresses hope for business recruitment.
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Eric Keller
Windsor
State Theatre
Kansas politics 2002 a mixed year of good and bad
A reflective look at 2002 in Kansas politics highlights gains for Gov. Bill Graves as he heads to Washington but notes friction with D C conservatives. Elizabeth Sebelius wins the governorship amid criticism over budget cuts. The piece examines gains and losses across party lines, budget deficits, and the new political dynamics in Topeka with calls for sober, focused policy.
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Kansas
Bill Graves
Washington, D.C
American Trucking Association
D.C
Kathleen Sebelius
State House Press Corps
Senate
Dave Kerr
Attorney General's Office
Phill Kline
House
Doug Mays
Tim Shallenburger
Kline
A.G
Sam Brownback
Westar
Kansas Corporation Commission
Judiciary
Kansas Company
Kansas Democratic Party
State House
Dennis Moore
Adam Taff
Moore
Taff
State of Kansas
Topeka
Sebelius
Honest Hearts Help Garden City Seekers and Jehovah's Closet
Lydia Gonzales of Garden City thanks Sequoyah Theater staff for returning items and encourages honest community spirit. Wendy Chico of Lakin expresses gratitude to donors and volunteers aiding Jehovah's Closet with prayers for health prosperity and joy.
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Sequoyah Theater
Garden City
Kan
Lydia Gonzales
Jesus Christ
Wendy Chico
Lakin
Local letters decry gay rights amid religious rhetoric
A Ulysses reader signs a letter condemning homosexuality as a perverted lifestyle and an abomination, asserting moral fault and urging repentance, while contrasting it to lying and murder and invoking religious judgment. The stance appears in contrast to recent widespread coverage in another Hutchinson News issue.
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Hutchinson News
Garden City
Jesus
Lorina Gillen
Ulysses
Year in Review Highlights Local Volunteer Impact
The paper reflects on the year’s significant stories including a drought hurting farms and local politics, and spotlights volunteers shaping Garden City. The columnist urges more community involvement through boards, clubs, and youth programs, praising private charity over government funding and envisioning a more active civic landscape.
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Newell Johnson Jr
Miami
The
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University of Kansas
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Loomis
bloomis @ku
AVE
Harris News Service
Ymca Board of Directors
Western Kansas Community Foundation
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Preservation Alliance
Zoo
Steve Delaney
Garden City Telegram
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