Kerry Seeks Nomination in Presidential Convention Speech
John Kerry claims the Democratic presidential nomination tonight, arguing he can defend Americans from terrorism and improve lives. Running mate John Edwards endorses him as a leader tested in Vietnam, urging volunteers to mobilize and persuade voters. Edwards met delegates from Wyoming, Alabama, and North Carolina to boost momentum. Kerry recalled his Mekong Delta service as he prepared for the address.
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Garden City bids to host Kansas Sampler Festival 2006 07
Garden City and Russell are finalists for the 2006 2007 Kansas Sampler Festival site. Finney County Tourism Bureau director Callie Remschner aims to file by August 4. Remschner notes space upgrades and power management will enable a larger area around Lee Richardson Zoo and Fairgrounds to host tents and 600 parking spaces.
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Holcomb mulls restarting volunteer fire program
Holcomb officials reviewed the fire department’s operating guidelines after disbanding in April due to volunteer shortages. The city ordinance requires at least 10 firefighters, prompting discussion on whether former volunteers may serve and if operations can run with fewer during a transition period. Council will consider revising the rule as Garden City uses full response anyway.
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Lawmakers eye consolidation talk as school finance debate nears
In Topeka a special committee flags consolidation as a topic for January when the Legislature revisits the school finance formula. Critics say small districts cost more per pupil than busing to larger districts. Kansas districts under 1,725 students receive extra state subsidies, with the lowest enrollments getting the most per pupil. The state spent 225 million dollars on low enrollment subsidies last year. Some districts are far from neighbors, complicating consolidation.
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Scott City USD 466 hires new high school principal
The USD 466 board interviewed and hired 32 year old Eric Swanson as Scott Community High School principal. Swanson, a math teacher at Southeast of Saline, starts August 5 on a one year contract at $58,000 with benefits. Current principal Mike Norstrom departs August 13 after four years.
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