Reagan lies in state as nation bids farewell at Capitol Rotunda
Officials and tens of thousands of Americans gather as Ronald Reagan lies in state in the Capitol Rotunda. President Bush, Nancy Reagan, and dignitaries attend a 34 hour tribute ending with a sunset burial in Simi Valley. Crowds endure heat while viewing the casket and the caisson procession marks the solemn farewell.
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Kansas Republicans honor Reagan memorial in state capitol
Kansas officials and residents gathered in Memorial Hall to thank Ronald Reagan, the 40th president, for his leadership. Messages signed by Kansans will be sent to Reagan's presidential library. State offices closed Friday for the National Day of Mourning. Attendees noted the absence of Attorney General Phill Kline.
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GCCC weighs nursing program hiring and retention goals
The college considers new input from Douglass on hiring and mentors from KSNA region to boost retention, which fell from 78 percent in 2000 to 53 percent this year. Trustees discuss forming a search committee, aim to fill the position by Aug 1, and approve raises for about 155 non instructor staff raising pay to at least 2.5 percent and reaching 85 percent midpoint. Ray Purdy to serve as treasurer for the Front Door Project committee.
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Oil price spike boosts Kansas severance revenue and fuel costs
Kansas faces higher gasoline spending despite reduced travel as oil prices push up fuel costs. Caleb Asher of the Department of Administration notes May spending rose 135000 dollars year over year, while overall nine month savings total about 600000. Economist Chris Courtwright flags unclear impact on the state budget and consumer behavior, and Senator Steve Morris cautions against broad tax breaks, stressing support for small producers.
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Storms Halting Wheat Harvest Boosts Custom Cutter Surplus
Kansas harvest offices report widespread surpluses of combines and operators as storms pause fields. Bucklin lists 23 extras, Greensburg 21, Kinsley 18, with additional surpluses in Kingman Wellington and Caldwell. Dodge City foresees hot dry weather and a need for combines.
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State offices close for Reagan observation in Kansas
Kansas state offices will close Friday in honor of former President Reagan with payroll costs pegged at about six million dollars as a paid holiday. Courts like Finney County District Court will also close except where a chief judge orders a proceeding, and overtime may add to the expense.
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