City weighs restrictive smoking ban at public debate
Grisell drew up a stricter hypothetical ordinance banning smoking in public places like restaurants and bleachered athletic fields, modeled after Salina. Local coalition leader Clark faced questions on preparation as rematch discussion nears with business owners and attorney Brown challenging civil rights concerns. Supporters argue bans boost dining venues while opponents fear infringements, as Mesa notes broad public backing for some restrictions but warns against overreach.
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Finney County Health Coalition
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Donna Gerstner
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Heather Schlegal
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Harvest Relief Eases Drought Hit Kansas Wheat
Grain talks note the drought battered yields across Kansas with prices near five dollars a bushel. Phil White of Charleston Co op says some think yields are better than expected while test weights stay solid. Fry of Gray County reflects on drought made farming tough yet hopeful, planning college for his son rather than farming.
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Gray County
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World Cup talk overshadows local vote talk in Garden City
In Garden City Kansas Immigrants discuss soccer and Mexican politics as World Cup fever runs high at a Home Depot. Arroyo notes registration gaps and the Mexican New Deal proposal by Manuel Lopez Obrador while locals reflect on voting from abroad and the impact on both countries.
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Kansas City
Mexico
Manuel Lopez Obrador
Lopez Obrador
Felipe Calderon
Vicente Fox
Garden City
Holguin
United States
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