Public Controversy Grows Over Sunflower Holcomb Plant Plan
The Sunflower Electric Power Corp faces a new round of debate as the Kansas Department of Health and Environment publishes a draft air quality permit for an 895 megawatt coal fired plant at Holcomb. Public comment will determine if Sunflower proceeds with the project despite concerns about permitting and regional energy needs.
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Public hearings on Sunflower expansion spark dispute
Opposition and supporters prepare for hearings on Sunflower Electric Power Corp expansion. Hearings are August 2 at Blue Valley Northwest High School Overland Park August 4 at Salina Patrol Training Center Auditorium August 5 at Garden City Community College Pauline Joyce Auditorium. Comments run 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. with a 6:30 p.m. reconvening if needed.
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Telegram Letters Policy Curbs Unverified Submissions
The Telegram welcomes letters to the editor but requires signatures, the writer’s address and phone number, and confirmation before publication. Letters may be edited for libel and length and should be kept under 500 words.
First Amendment Foundations in Senate Debate
A constitutional debate centers on the First Amendment's limits on government power. Proposals consider establishment of religion and free exercise, plus protections for speech press assembly and petition freedoms. Government officials weigh implications for policy and civil liberties.
Brewer challenged to prove illegal immigrant drug mule claim
Leonard Pitts urges Arizona Governor Jan Brewer to back up her assertion that most illegal entrants are drug mules. He notes officials doubt the claim and criticizes appealing to emotion over evidence while calling for verification and accountability.
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Obama Marks and Gendered Leadership in Crisis Speech
Kathleen Parker examines how Obama’s rhetoric blends feminine style with leadership tests, arguing cultural gender norms shape public perception. She notes his response to the BP crisis and suggests a political cost for overstepping traditional male leadership expectations.
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Garden City Fourth of July Festivities Light Up Holiday Weekend
Garden City offers a packed Independence Day schedule with Finney County events at Stevens Park and Finnup Park. The week end features the Freedom Parade, the Freedom Feed, a flea market, The Music Man screening, Al Miller concert, and the Municipal Band concert ahead of a grand fireworks show launched from the bridge. Local residents are urged to celebrate safely while reflecting on 1776 and honoring service members.
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