Local forecast predicts 104 degree heat this week
Our View notes searing heat as summer begins and temperatures likely reach 104 degrees from today through Monday. The piece urges preparation and caution for residents facing extreme weather this week.
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Heat safety advisory for outdoor activity and pets in extreme heat
Editorial urges caution as heat rises in southwest Kansas with 80 to 100 degree days. Recommends water, light clothing, breaks, and avoiding 10 am to 7 pm exposure. Advises checking on elderly, disabled, and animals, never leaving pets in parked cars, and planning ahead for more hot spells to come.
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Overtime comment sparks coordinated push against schools
An online reply to a Kansas Legislature special session story attacks schools KDOT and KPERS while exempting pensions. The quote accompanies a Finney County Quilts of Valor feature noting Peggy Luck’s praise for presenting quilts to six local veterans at the Senior Center of Finney County.
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Letters to the editor policy for The Telegram
The Telegram publishes signed letters with address and phone number for verification. Letters are subject to editing for libel and match and must be 500 words or less. Thank you letters should be general. form letters poems consumer complaints or business testimonials will not be printed. Address Attn Editor 310 N Seventh St Garden City KS 67846 online www cctelegram com.
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Right to die debate spans states and ethics
Kathleen Parker argues about physician assisted death as California and other states consider laws. She cites Oregon’s 1998 law, questions motives and risks, and weighs medical ethics, patient autonomy, and societal impact on care and values.
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Time for war declaration after Orlando attack
Opinion piece argues for declaring war on terrorist groups and tightening actions against radical Islamists. Criticizes Obama for not naming Islamism, cites Mateen’s ties, FBI radar history, and IS propaganda. Calls for shutdown of extremist sites and mosques until threat is controlled.
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Obama and Bush on Terror and the Home Front
The piece argues Obama failed to keep the United States safe as terror attacks rise, contrasting his pacifist stance with Bush’s post 9/11 actions. It cites ISIS advances, San Bernardino and Orlando, and critiques Obama’s anti ISIS strategy while noting Bush’s broader security measures. It mentions Valerie Jarrett, Jeffrey Goldberg, and policy tools like the Patriot Act and NSA surveillance. Rich Lowry is cited.
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