Garden City teases plan progress with new implementation panel
Garden City commissioners move forward with an implementation committee to oversee the 2020 comprehensive plan. The 14-member panel will include a Planning Commission member and five citizens for each of the five goals, plus other city advisory reps. The plan focuses on downtown revitalization, quality of life, economic development, parks and recreation, and gateway beautification while encouraging pedestrian links and mixed-use development. Kaleb Kentner says the committee will advise both the Planning Commission and City Commission on facility use and project progress toward plan goals. See City, Page A5
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House delays debate on tax policy in Kansas
TOPEKA AP. The Kansas House voted 64 to 57 to delay consideration of tax policy until May 3 after spring break and before the 2011 revenue estimate. Democrats and moderates opposed rushing votes on sales tax hikes for schools and social services, calling it political brinksmanship.
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Senate to vote on day care licensing bill in Kansas
The Kansas Senate prepared a final vote on a bill to replace the current registered day care system with state licensing and mandatory inspections of all home day cares. Licensed providers would face a $10 inspection fee under the measure. Page A5 coverage.
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Taste of Home Cooking School heads to Garden City
The Taste of Home Cooking School arrives at Finney County Exhibition Building for a Thursday show starting 7 p.m. Doors open 4 p.m. Tickets cost 6 in advance and 7 at the door. Danielle Edmonds will host a 10 recipe program with a 15 minute intermission, featuring 19 vendor booths and national sponsors like Gallo Family Vineyards and Jimmy Dean. About 1,000 people attended last year.
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Obama health plan promises premium cuts amid rise concerns
President Obama argues health care reform will lower premiums through new tax credits and pooled buying. Experts warn costs may still rise despite passage, though some gains could level off over time. A White House aide clarified a misstatement about employer premium changes.
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