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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 2011
Page
4
When it comes to travel these days, much concern has focused on gas prices and their effect on itineraries. Rising fuel costs prompt travelers to seek cheaper routes, timing flexibility, and budget planning across destinations.
Kansas tightens drunk driving penalties starting July 1 by requiring first time offenders to use ignition interlock devices that prevent car startups until drivers prove sobriety. The move follows rising alcohol related crashes and reflects a broader road safety push backed by Mothers Against Drunk Driving.
Online readers respond to Garden Citys Freedom Parade cancellation citing dwindling participation. A local refugee celebration story quotes Vice Mayor David Crase praising the cities diverse heritage and welcoming spirit.
The Telegram invites signed letters under 500 words with writer address and phone. All letters are confirmed before publication and may be edited for libel and length. Thank you notes should be general. Form letters and testimonials will not be printed. Write Attn Editor 310 N Seventh St Garden City KS 67846.
Maria Hinojosa reflects on historic movements expanding visibility. She links gay rights progress to undocumented immigrants coming out, urging readers to see neighbors as part of us and to challenge fear and prejudice. The piece frames identity, inclusion, and media influence in contemporary society.
Stanley Crouch argues that Whitey Bulger’s capture and brutal crimes expose how Hollywood glamorizes villains. He traces gangster film evolution from the 1930s to The Godfather and The Sopranos, noting Scorsese’s realistic depictions contrast with gratuitous Scarface-style portrayals. He concludes audiences grasp villains’ humanity while recognizing their inherent corruption.
The piece argues Kansas lacks statewide reporting outlets for Brownback era changes. It praises Kansas Health Institute’s free, in-depth health policy coverage, led by McLean, Ranney, and Shields, as a potential high impact but underutilized resource for newspapers statewide.
Burdett Loomis is identified as a professor of political science at the University of Kansas.
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