Legion to receive former National Guard armory in Garden City
Garden City officials voted to gift the former South Main Street armory to the American Legion post contingent on a legal agreement. Legion members plan to use the building for bingo dances and social activities and as an emergency shelter when needed while considering a swap with their current facility.
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Atha USD 457 weathering vast school budget cuts
Garden City Public Schools will weather Gov. Sam Brownback’s March 11 cut of 50.2 million from Kansas public school funding. Superintendent Rick Atha estimates about 75 dollars per student and roughly one million dollars in district impact, offset by enrollment-driven state aid.
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Miller says experience asset for Holcomb school board
Holcomb USD 363 board candidate Tim Miller touts eight years on the board and his district knowledge as his strongest asset as he seeks a third term. He notes a new superintendent, funding as a top ongoing issue, and a young, evolving board with several incumbents running.
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Japan pledges rebuild as quake crisis widens
One week after the earthquake and tsunami triggered a nuclear crisis at Fukushima Dai-ichi, Japan reviews slow response while seeking U S assistance to avert a meltdown. Steam rises from Unit 3 as cooling and storage pool safety remain critical. Officials warn of possible sparks when power returns.
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Market Prices at Garden City Co op Grain Prices
Grain prices at the Garden City Co op show Wheat at 7.30 Milo at 5.89 Corn at 6.34 Soybeans at 12.53. These figures reflect current market values for traders and farmers. Prices may vary by lot and date of purchase.
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Weather outlook shows possible showers today
The forecast calls for scattered showers with a high near 64 and a low around 42. Details appear on page A8.
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