Schools Face Bus Driver Shortage Across Districts
Districts in Kansas report a bus driver shortage with trainer on board being the final training step. Holcomb USD 368 needs two drivers for eight routes while Lakin USD 215 and Sublette USD 374 each seek one. If unfilled, the district may cut routes increasing ride times and crowding. Wage offers range from 10.70 to 12.00 per hour, with many drivers working part time or as supplemental income. The shortage is tied to early hours, low pay, and CDL requirements, though districts assist with testing prep.
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Holcomb Usd
Lakin Usd 215
Sublette
Randy Steinle
Lakin
Rex Bruce
Steinle
Hahn
Holcomb
Garden City
Carmen Alldritt
Kansas Department of Revenue
United States Bureau of Labor Statistics
Garden City Farmer's Market Showcases Local Goods
Garden City residents and Finney County growers describe a diverse market offering fresh produce baked goods and prepared foods. Vendors including Larry Baier and Marisol Reyes praise community access and local sourcing while highlighting weekly harvests and homegrown specialties. For participation contact Ramirez at 2750211 extension 221.
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Garden City
Kim Hendricks
Hendricks
Bob Huber
Dillons
Finney County
Larry Baier
Margie Hubbard
Kalvesta
Hubbard
Marisol Reyes
Church of God of the First Born
Ramirez
Man accused of fatally shooting woman at club
The shooting involved at least two shots, with Garcia's body sent to Sedgwick County Forensics Center for autopsy expected today. Flores was arrested on first degree murder and attempted first degree murder charges and is jailed in Finney County as of this morning.
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Flores
Utz
Garcia
Sedgwick County Forensics Center
Wichita
Finney County
Noelle wins state art contest despite family tragedy
Noelle, homeschooled in Garden City, won a statewide tree poster contest after district and state victories. She created a colored pencil and water color piece amid her grandfather Homer Dozier’s serious illness and death, with support from her mother Mary Beth and home educator network High Plains Home Educators. Her win earned TV coverage and a ceremonial plant in her honor.
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Noelle
High Plains
Kearny County Bank
Kansas
Mary Beth
High Plains Home Educators Festival
Homer Dozier
Nebraska
City Commission
Gary Fuller
Garden City
Tree City USA
Dean Wiley Park
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