Residents Reflect on Civil Rights Movement
Local residents recall pivotal moments in the Civil Rights era, describing community organizing, peaceful protests, and the enduring impact on schools, voting rights, and equal access to public services. Their memories highlight leadership, courage, and ongoing civil liberties challenges.
Picture This Big John backs Chiefs in show of support
Big John publicly backs the Chiefs as Holcomb defeats Cimarron in a revenge-filled matchup. The contest highlights local loyalty and competitive spirit with Holcomb securing a decisive result against Cimarron.
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Memorial service honors Garden City soldier amid Westboro protest
Cindy Upchurch organizes a memorial for Spc. Clint Upchurch killed near Baghdad. A benefit fund supports funeral and travel costs to Arlington National Cemetery for the burial. Westboro Church plans a protest at the Jan. 21 service, prompting family response and continued memorials across locations including Ft Campbell and a Feb. 8 service.
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Word of Life
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Sublette Mourns Birney Civic Leader Coach Dies at 44
Sublette community mourns Dr Wayne Birney 44 a chiropractor who coached at the Sublette schools and served on the city council from 1991 to 1997 and as mayor for two years followed by five more years on the council He died suddenly of natural causes Thursday leaving a civic minded legacy in Sublette Kansas.
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Garden City
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Garden City USD 457 Board Meeting Notice
The USD 457 Board of Education will meet at 7 30 p m on Monday in the Board Room at the Educational Support Center 1205 Fleming Street.
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Board to revisit camera phone policy at Monday meeting
The USD 457 Board of Education will reexamine last spring’s camera cell phone ban. Administrators seek leeway in enforcing the policy and discuss consequences for students caught using devices at school. District notes indicate further details on Page AS.
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Kansas lawmakers weigh more school funding after audit
A 2002 and a new Legislative Division of Post Audit study converge on lifting K-12 funding to meet the Kansas Supreme Court mandate. The latest audit estimates a $400 million to $470 million increase, less than the prior $852 million Augenblick & Myers cost. Both urge policy revisions from 1992, account for regional differences, and face renewed legislative scrutiny.
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Dentists brace for Mission of Mercy clinic
Kansas Mission of Mercy aims to provide free dental care over January 27 and 28 in Wichita. Organizers Jeff Stasch and John Tilton expect 2 000 to 2 500 patients, addressing a lack of access to care and easing burden on health services. Plans include community funding and potential future repeats in Garden City.
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