Poll shows Bush economy disapproval surpassing approval
A Pew Research Center poll finds 43 percent approve of Bush economic policy while 48 percent disapprove, the first time disapproval leads. Overall job approval sits at 54 percent, the lowest since before 9/11, though support for terrorism handling remains high at 67 percent.
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Douglass Perkins Sweep Primary Votes Amid Weather Gloom
In Frigid Finney County the primary drew 1,440 voters from 12,015 registered. Douglass and Perkins led, while turnout lagged behind two years ago. Clerk Carol Brown faces thousands of leftover ballots and an $8,000 cost to Garden City. Registration closes March 17 at 5 p.m., with offices open 8 to 5 Monday through Friday for those 18 by election day.
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High turnout in area primary election across counties
Hamilton County led with 57 percent turnout as 866 of 1,516 registered voters cast ballots, driven by a busy ballot including a local option budget question that narrowly failed. Syracuse mayoral candidates advanced, while embattled Mayor Garrett Shamburg avoided the general election. Other counties showed varied engagement.
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Golf and city budget changes spark airport leasing talk
City commissioners approved a new golf membership and fee structure for Buffalo Dunes effective April 1, raising about $20,000 while dropping a proposed daily fee. They also delayed a Flower Aviation lease at Garden City Airport, while considering a ramp build and fuel sales terms. Dentist clinic volunteers plan screenings for patients, with KU Medical Center and MAM aiding efforts.
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