Immigration bill redraws penalties drawing GOP ire
In Topeka a Senate committee moved to strip tougher penalties from a bill targeting employers who hire illegal immigrants drawing criticism from conservative Republicans. The measure now proceeds to the Senate floor and faces House committee activity on a parallel bill with E-Verify provisions revised to allow use as a defense if prosecuted. Kansas Chamber and agribusiness groups watched closely as lawmakers seek a state appropriate approach while deferring to federal duties.
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Scott County student learns health basics at fair
Scott City freshman Christian Weston visited Scott Community High School gym for a Survival Wellness Fair. He had blood drawn for cholesterol testing and learned the value of hydration and good posture during the event hosted by Scott County Hospital staff.
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Christian Weston
Scott Community High School
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Renaissance Day Spa & Boutique
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Edgar Delacruz
Health fair promotes total health at Scott Community High
Volunteers from area agencies gathered at the high school to measure students blood pressure BMI and cholesterol and share wellness information. School nurse Janette Storm organized the event to inspire younger students to consider total health and lifelong exercise.
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Scott Community High School
Rodarte brothers sentenced in Victorino Galvez murder case
In Finney County District Court two Long Beach brothers, Guadalupe Rodarte 23 and Vicente Rodarte 22, received prison terms for the murder of Victorino Galvez 58 whose body was found in a storage unit. Adriana Galvez spoke of her loss saying she only saw a coffin after the crime.
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Holcomb council keeps paying employee health insurance
Holcomb City Council unanimously voted to continue covering employees' health insurance costs with Blue Cross and Blue Shield, discussing potential future changes. The next meeting will decide on life insurance policy. district staff note the city covers most but not all coverage for its nine insured employees.
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Robin Pena
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Newman
Gordon Smith
Holcomb Usd
Robert O’connor
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