Governor says new revenue likely needed to balance budget
Gov. Mark Parkinson told social workers in Topeka that a $400 million budget gap may require new revenue this session. He warned federal funds or a stronger economy are unlikely in the near term and outlined proposals including a one cent sales tax increase and higher tobacco taxes. More forecast details will come in April.
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Obama revives jobs tax credit for small firms
President Obama proposes a new payroll tax credit to spur job creation by small businesses that hire workers. Republicans and some lawmakers voiced concerns about targeting and cost, while details remain under study and analysis continues on pages A5.
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Students rally for Haiti relief at Garden City High
Garden City High School students led by Nayeli Alvarez collect more than 250 dollars during opportunity periods and door knocking. The group plans a bake sale and will donate funds to the Salvation Army and international Red Cross relief efforts in Haiti, reflecting community support for disaster aid.
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Garden City USD 457 Focuses on Health Week
Schools across the district engage Health Awareness Week with activities in nutrition physical and mental health safety tobacco prevention and health screenings. Edith Scheuerman Elementary Alta Brown Elementary and Jennie Barker Elementary host sessions and drawings while Polly Witt notes fit students perform better academically.
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