Sunflower plant plan draws fire at global warming hearing
Kansas lawmakers and Sunflower Electric are at odds after Sunflower faced criticism from Congressman Markey over plans to build two coal plants. Senator Brownback defended Sunflower while Rep. Josh Swaty noted Sunflower had wind power deals, arguing coal remains the cheapest option despite potential future CO2 rules.
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Distance learning network links Kansas students and teachers
Holcomb High seeks a French teacher while Lakin High looks for staff to teach two dual enrollment algebra sections. Six Holcomb students study French I and II. eighteen at Lakin take college algebra. Sublette hosts a Spanish class via Interactive Television for Kansas Distance Learning Week, led by Cyrie Brom.
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Legislators to debate immigration in Kansas sessions
In Topeka both House and Senate open annual work with bills on illegal immigration. They aimed to require E-Verify for employers and grant police power to question status, with penalties for violations. Business groups balked at mandates and penalties, leading lawmakers to soften provisions.
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GCCC to Receive Almost 2 Million Grant for Job Training
Sunflower Electric expansion fate remains undecided as Garden City Community College aims to advance with a nearly 2 million grant from the US Department of Labor under the President's Community-Based Job Training Grants Initiative. The grant, written last September in connection with Lee College, supports the area's skilled workforce.
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