Valuations rise as gas prices boost oil reserves
Tom Fuhrmann explains valuations depend on remaining gas and oil reserves and current market values. Grant, Stevens, and Kearny counties all saw multi million dollar increases as Hugoton field resources influence local revenues. Officials warn of future declines and seek diverse incomes beyond gas, with dairies and ethanol attracting attention.
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Kansans Oppose Brownback in Senate Primary Clash
Senate race features owner of Kansas Key Press Inc, Brownback facing criticism for fundraising from political action committees, including about 83000 in Q2. Opponents label him tied to special interests while Brownback defends donations due to his voting record on abortion gun rights and a gay marriage ban amendment. Jones entered the race in June arguing Brownback is too conservative for many Kansans. Edwards and Conroy also pursue ballots with Edwards collecting 5000 signatures after late campaign start.
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911. Cell phone tax funds new emergency system rollout
The county plans to boost locating cell phone users for 911 dispatch. Starting August, funds from League of Kansas Municipalities and Kansas Association of Counties cover the two phase tracking project to identify caller numbers and locations by July 1, 2006. Landline 911 tax revenue, about $600,000, previously funded radio towers and radios for personnel. Wireless providers will notify customers via bills and flyers about the tax and its on bill listings.
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Iraq reconstruction funding stalls amid slow spending
Powell promises Iraq funds but lawmakers say funds are being wasted by bureaucratic delays. Officials report only 458 million of over 18 billion approved for reconstruction has been spent, with audits showing poor record keeping on purchases and services.
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Kerry and Bush Clash In Campaign Tour Battleground States
Kerry rallies in four battleground states urging voters to judge by results while criticizing Bush’s Iraq policy and Senate record. Bush counters with a “results matter” message aiming to frame Kerry as avoiding his past votes. Both sides push health care education jobs and security as central issues with public funding figures noted.
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