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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 2011
Page
4
Victor Ortiz rose from early abandonment to boxing stardom, mentored by Bucky Avila at Garden City Boxing Club and others, with a rough foster care upbringing shaping his drive and direction.
Garden City star Victor Ortiz, world welterweight champion after April’s win over Andre Berto, heads toward a high profile bout with undefeated Floyd Mayweather Jr. in September. Ortiz’s rise from a troubled youth to boxing elite inspires local supporters, including Sharon and John Ford, as the community applauds his achievements and hopes for a finish that would cement his legacy.
Readers react to a Fireworks ban due to dry conditions and fire danger. An online comment urges respect for the flag and law enforcement while advocating adherence to the county ban. In another item, Cacee Miller of Scott City speaks on day one of the 2011 Beef Empire Days PRCA Rodeo at Finney County Fairgrounds Arena.
The Telegram outlines letters to the editor policy requiring signed letters with address and phone number, confirmation before publication, and a 500 word limit. It notes editors may edit for libel or length, and that form letters poems and business testimonials will not be printed. Address submissions to Attn Editor 310 N Seventh Garden City KS 67846 or editor gctelegra online at www gctelegram com.
Washington Post columnist Dana Milbank argues that fearlessness and risk taking among lawmakers stem from a sense of invincibility. He ties Weiner’s sex scandal era to a broader pattern of reckless behavior in D.C., as politicians gamble with careers and public funds amid debt talks and budget fights.
The obituary reflects on Murad Jack Kevorkian who died at 83 after eight years in prison for assisting deaths. It notes his theatrical persona, his impact on U S debate on end of life rights, and contrasts with Oregon and Montana Death with Dignity laws. It includes commentary on public attitudes toward end of life decisions and mentions the documentary How to Die in Oregon.
A letter from Felix Revello on behalf of GREAT urges Kansas legislators to stop Sunflower Electric’s proposed Holcomb coal plant, citing harmful emissions including 8000 tons annually of nitrogen oxide and sulfur dioxide and risks to children and the elderly. The missive notes EPA concerns, health risks from mercury, ozone, and fine particulates, and praises county commissioners for prudent budget stewardship.
Jeannette Raynes of Scott City questions absence of Garden City Telegram online coverage of the community band summer concerts, noting Hays Daily News did publish a piece about local performances and comparing regional coverage gaps between cities.
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