County trims levy hike in 2017 budget review
Finney County commissioners cut the proposed 75 mill increase to 3.5 mills for 2017 by using reserves and fund transfers. The plan raises the overall budget to about 41.1 million with a property tax levy near 20 mills, and a public hearing is set for Aug. 15.
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GOP convention chaos tests unity as Trump seeks control
In Cleveland the Republican National Convention opened with Trump dismissing calls for party unity and campaign chiefs attacking rivals. A brief floor disruption by anti-Trump activists arose over a bid to allow delegates to vote freely, while leaders maintained the binding of delegates to the presumptive nominee as speakers prepared to frame the fight against Hillary Clinton.
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Pence and Brownback share Midwest governorships and tax cuts
The piece notes striking similarities between Mike Pence and Sam Brownback as governors, including conservatism, tax cuts, strong public faith, antiabortion stances, prior Congress work, and radio hosting. It highlights lobbying ties via Kensinger Associates and contrasts Pence and Brownback on approval ratings, with Pence at 48 percent and Brownback at 26 percent.
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