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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 2001
Page
4
Steve Delaney and Bill Draper are linked to the 1906 telegram era. The record notes their names with references to gctelegram.com in association with that period. No further events or dates are provided in the fragment.
With two days to go before filing closes for Garden City city and school elections, only a handful of hopefuls have entered the race. Incumbents Douglass and Mesa seek re election for the commission, joined by Whitham and Owen so far. USD 457 shows three openings with one incumbent filed, while others eye possible run . Garden City Community College also has three openings and no challengers yet.
Senator Sam Brownback praised John Ashcroft as probably the best attorney general nominee ever, a claim noted as exaggeration amid Ashcroft’s conservative stance. The discussion followed Carnahan’s death in Missouri and Ashcroft’s Senate fate, highlighting political signaling and partisan tension.
Residents from Elkhart and Garden City criticize government overreach and funding power in education. They warn large districts increase bureaucracy and waste money, calling for preserving local control and reconsidering shutting small rural schools.
The Buzz Tally weighs school boundary sizes in Kansas with Garden City SD highlighted as oversized for a single high school. It questions consolidation in smaller districts and asks lawmakers how much weight to give the study in education priorities, offering options: Reject it 17, Let districts decide 36, Don't know 1.
Today's History notes key events on January 20 across years. Iran freed 52 Americans in 1981 as Reagan took office. John Marshall became chief justice in 1801. Hong Kong ceded to Britain in 1841, returning to China in 1997. Pearl Harbor lease approved in 1887. George Burns born 1896.
Letter writers discuss Gov Graves irrigation limits on the Ogallala Aquifer and potential plant layoffs, warn of economic ripple effects across Kansas and neighboring states, praise local water board foresight, question double dipping fraud, and urge continued support for Garden City landmarks like the Big Pool and Lee Richardson Zoo.
A reader urges protecting the right to work for all in the United States while noting harms from unsafe conditions and the need for clear union policies. The letter comments on beef packing workers, social welfare fraud, and tax filing tricks, highlighting family tax credit manipulation concerns.
Kent Anderson argues the Lady Buffs varsity volleyball team should be in the year 2000 top 10 sports stories. He notes 29 wins, state tournament appearances for two consecutive years, and first team All-WAC players Angela Nelson Icy Turner and Heather Anderson, plus Coach Savolt’s 100th win.
A reader outlines options for addressing Garden City high school dropout rates and aligning education with local job opportunities through vocational technical training. They propose expanding the 2 plus 2 program between the high school and community college and adapting proven models from elsewhere. The note reflects citizen interest in practical solutions.
John Dailey states Sandhill Books, once in an empty building, now operates as a home based business since the month’s start. The company continues handling special orders and purchases of books and teaching supplies, plus out of print book searches. Phone numbers and email remain unchanged.
United Methodist Youthville thanks area businesses churches and individuals for December 2000 aid to seven families and many foster children. The year round generosity helps vulnerable children and families overcome challenges with positive reinforcement and care from local communities. Robert D. Smith, president and CEO, notes no child or family was forgotten.
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