New Hope Together Brings Clinic and Language Help to Refugees
In Garden City a volunteer based nonprofit opens New Hope Together to provide walk in primary care for refugees, along with a Language Partner Program for one to one English tutoring. The project grew from Somali refugee concerns after a nearby arrest and aims to reduce access barriers, build cross cultural bridges, and foster community integration. The clinic operates Tuesday to Thursday mornings with volunteer physicians and translators.
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Extension agent Griffins drives community outreach efforts
Finney County Extension Agent Griffin highlights outreach over classroom teaching and outlines upcoming programs Walk Kansas Better Brains for Babies and monthly FCS Fun Nights in Finney County. Participants form teams for Walk Kansas distances from 423 to 1200 miles March 19 to May 13 with registration starting midweek.
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Fate of tax bill rests with Governor Brownback
The tax bill fate now lies with Governor Sam Brownback as lawmakers await his decision after a Senate vote of 22 to 18 and a House 76 to 48. Brownback warned against LLC exemption changes and sought business input, while legislators weigh veto risks and potential retroactive provisions starting in 2017.
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End Lunchtime Singalong For Laura At Small School
A close knit group of 140 graduates from a small school confronts Laura who sings during conversations. Advice suggests honest but kind feedback, noting it’s not personal and to remind her the habit tires the table. if she cannot adapt, she may need to find another table.
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Soft pull tabs win praise for containers in reader note
Dear Readers applaud redesigned soft pull tabs sealing containers as easier to open and more eco friendly than metal tabs. Gerald T. from New York and Heloise in San Antonio share tips on storing small items in pill bottles candy tins and spice jars while urging reuse and recycling.
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White House denies Trump campaign Russia collusion
White House Chief of Staff Reince Priebus stated no collusion occurred between the Trump campaign and Russia. He also said Michael Flynn did nothing illegal in discussing sanctions with Moscow's ambassador before inauguration amid questions on White House turmoil.
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