Local candidates vie as tax and school funding loom
In Finney County races, Loyd faces Crist for commissioner amid debate over education funding and tax increases. Baker and Davis seek County Commission seats with vows to improve efficiency, growth planning, and emergency readiness. Sheriff contenders Rascue and Becker promise budget discipline and crime control while vowing prudent tax handling and community service.
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Budget deficit rising under Bush tax cuts cited
Democrats contrasted a 445 billion deficit projection with a 262 billion surplus Bush touted in 2001 as he pushed tax cuts. They note the deficit marks the third straight widening shortfall under Bush after Clinton era surpluses, and accuse the White House of misleading the public. Senator Kent Conrad denounces the president’s handling of the economy.
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Cattlemens Insurance Expands Feeder Cattle Safety Measures
The Cattlemens insurance program restarts safety steps after a mad cow case in Washington led to a temporary halt on feed and feeder cattle policy applications. Board-approved changes limit daily sales and expand offerings, adding six states Michigan Missouri North Dakota Ohio West Virginia Wisconsin and extending to others including Colorado Iowa Illinois Indiana Kansas Minnesota Nebraska Nevada Oklahoma South Dakota Texas Utah Wyoming.
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Co op promotes corn ethanol as fuel option
Local ethanol promotion centers on blends up to 20 percent with gasoline. Garden City Co op reports rising demand and weekly sales around 15 000 gallons, boosted by lower unleaded fuel prices. Customers like Wesley Plunkett note improved mileage and engine cleaning, while early tank filters may need replacement.
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Deerfield
Garden City Co-op
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Petty
Kenny Elliott
Holcomb
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White
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Reeve
Early education advocates push for state funds in Kansas
Hutchinson Community Foundation executive directs a Reno County grant study to map early childhood resources and gaps with Smart Start. Advocates push tapping state tobacco settlement funds for a statewide program, arguing startup costs yield long term savings while K-12 needs remain unmet.
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