Voters face new ID rule as Cimarron votes on tax pool
The Kansas voter ID law, promoted by Kris Kobach, takes effect Sunday ahead of Cimarron ballots on January 10 to decide a 1.25 percent sales tax for a new municipal pool. Officials foresee some voter frustration yet provisional ballots will allow ID later. The League of Women Voters opposes the requirement nationwide, urging turnout over fraud fears while stressing accessibility.
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Garden City quotes push Windsor Hotel as museum idea
Online readers respond to a Garden City Telegram story about downtown redevelopment of the Windsor Hotel site. A commenter urges preserving the building as a museum to attract tourists and educate future generations. A separate 2011 drought feature quotes John McClelland of the Garden City Co-op on agriculture driving the regional economy.
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Letters Policy for Garden City Telegram Readers
The Telegram invites signed letters under 500 words with writer address and phone for confirmation before publication. Letters may be edited for libel and length. Send to Attn. Editor 310 N Seventh St Garden City KS 67846 or online at www gctelegram com.
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GOP doubles down on gambling metaphors in political critique
Tina Dupuy critiques the Republican Party as unapologetic gamblers in U S politics. The piece argues GOP policies harm the poor and middle class, with examples from housing, regulation, and unemployment. It notes low congressional approval and cites Mitt Romney and Rick Perry as illustrating riskier bets.
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Windsor Hotel senior housing plan faces local opposition
Finney County Preservation Alliance member Brian Nelson urges rejecting Vogel Properties 10 to 14 million proposal to convert Windsor Hotel into senior living, arguing restoration as a tourism draw and heritage asset over downtown housing. He cites grants, history, and rival investment interest as reasons to persist with preservation and public access.
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Finney County United Way thanks donors for 2012 campaign
Finney County United Way board and staff express gratitude to local donors for support of the 2012 campaign. The letter notes 19 agencies and two initiatives aided by gifts, urges remaining contributors to donate, and provides address and payroll deduction options. Signed by board president Bob Halloran.
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Nation's strength in families
Susan Stamper Brown reflects on family as America’s core strength amid holiday bustle. She contrasts past two parent stability with rising unwed births and government dependence, urging readers to value close family ties while recognizing generation choices impact society. Brown signs off 2011, urging continued focus on family.
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