Widespread Flu Grips Nation As Some Regions Improve
Flu is now widespread in 47 states with California Mississippi and Hawaii without. Miami University faces possible campus spread as staff illness climbs. Officials say the season appears moderate so far though peaks vary by region. flu shots urged for all 6 months and older.
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Local health services see vaccination demand surge
The Finney County Health Department reports rising flu shot demand as influenza cases rise statewide and nationally. Diana Machotka of United Methodist Mexican American Ministries notes about 40 vaccinations available for current clinic patients. Garden Pharmacy reports more flu symptoms and Tamiflu scripts, while St. Catherine Hospital uses vaccines for admitted patients only. Kansas reports 460 flu deaths so far this season, with 1,300 last year, according to health officials.
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Kansas court orders higher elementary education funding
A Shawnee County panel ruled Kansas must raise per pupil funding to $4,492 beginning with the 2014 budget, barring further cuts and signaling likely appeals by the state. The decision cites an unconstitutional erosion of school funding and keeps scrutiny on lawmakers' past cuts.
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Weather forecast: colder today with partial sun
Today will be partly sunny and cold with a high near 30 and a low around 9. Sunday looks mostly sunny with a high about 28 and a low near 6. Details on page A8.
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