Finney County census shows growth and diversity trends
The 1990 and 2000 censuses reveal Finney County with near equal gender split, rising single parent households led by women, a large foreign-born population, and Garden City as the regional hub. Hispanics form the county’s largest growth group, with major shifts in housing density and urbanization noted alongside migration patterns and new neighborhoods.
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Officials split on cell phones as driving aid yet safer hands free urged
Finney County Sheriff's Office and Garden City Police say cell phones cause few local accidents but 2000 fatality linked to phone use is cited. Kansas patrol and county attorney critique bans while AAA warns hands free not risk free. Experts note drivers distracted by conversations despite safer devices. Wireless industry cites 109 million users.
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Lawmakers debate New York cell phone ban on roads
The bill faces opposition as lawmakers clash over enforceability and need. Spokesman Michael McKeon said the governor may not sign it this week while Assembly opponents claim the measure would hamper drivers. First violations would be $100, second $200, and subsequent fines $500.
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Thomas Kirwan
Harvesters Seek Wheat Acres Amid Shortage In Kansas
In Finney County and across Kansas harvesters struggle to find enough work as about one million acres of winter wheat were abandoned due to thin stands and a cold winter. Harvesters like Harlan report limited opportunities while placement coordinator Leona Fisher works to match cutters with farmers. Some crews, including Janet and Al Carvell, rely on farm connections to earn 60 bushels per acre on irrigated land, and overall the year will likely yield 20 percent less wheat than usual. The harvest is progressing without rain, despite earlier setbacks.
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Kansas
Harlan
Leona Fisher
Kansas Department of Human Resources
Fisher
Finney
Janet Carvell
al Carvell
Finney County
Janet
Lakin
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