Saluting graduates who enlist in the military
The editorial argues schools should honor graduates who join the armed forces after high school. It highlights Our Community Salutes, which recognized about 4,700 seniors this year, and quotes Army recruiting chief Maj. Gen. David L. Mann praising recruits who chose a harder path amid possible deployment to Afghanistan.
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Hillside Sunday Sessions revival supports Hillside family
Online readers react to a Hillside revival story at the Williams family ranch on VFW Road. Tasha Beckstrom thanks supporters for prayers messages money and blessings after her husband John Beckstrom sustained serious injuries in a recent motorcycle crash.
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Fitting tribute to the queen on the Thames flotilla tribute
The Diamond Jubilee pageantry on the Thames marked by an 86 year old Queen Elizabeth II waving to a crowd of about 1 million. The piece lauds her dutifulness and legitimacy, contrasting monarchy with modern political life and criticizing “Cool Britannia” era aims. Rich Lowry signs off with a call to reflect on royal authority.
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Obama speech reveals blunt truths about economy and vows
Humor columnist Tom Purcell portrays a caustic monologue attributed to a president, accusing missteps from 2009 onward. It alleges the stimulus failed to cut unemployment and blames political maneuvering for stalled reform while underscoring a tangled legacy Visit in a commencement context and ends with a satirical jab at graduates.
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AT&T Aspire expands in Kansas with 250 million investment
AT&T announces a new five year Aspire phase totaling 250 million to boost high school graduation and career readiness, adding the Aspire Mentoring Academy and Job Shadow expansion in Kansas. The program aims to reach more students through community partners and technology while leveraging employee involvement.
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