Our View Labor Help From Telegram Dena Sattler
Telegram editor Dena Sattler urges reader support for labor efforts. The brief column emphasizes community action, publishing updates and urging adherence to local economic goals.
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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 08, 2014
Page
4
Telegram editor Dena Sattler urges reader support for labor efforts. The brief column emphasizes community action, publishing updates and urging adherence to local economic goals.
Garden City and Finney County face mounting wage pressures as new retail outlets open and a long‑delayed compensation study shows county salaries lag behind peers. Officials praise strong health benefits while urging education partners to boost workforce skills and retention strategies.
Editorially selected online remarks respond to Finney County compensation study. Tim White of Homestead Assisted Living stresses comfort for elders amid noise concerns as Garden City Commission weighs a noise ordinance waiver for Jax Sports Grille.
The Telegram invites signed letters to the editor with writer address and phone for confirmation before publication. Letters are edited for libel and length and must be 500 words or less. Thank you notes should be general and form letters, emails, and testimonials may not be printed. Send to Attn Editor 310 N Seventh St Garden City KS 67846 or online at gctelegram com.
Princeton freshman Tal Fortgang writes on privilege and bias in a Time reprint drawing sharp online reaction. Supporters and critics clash over whether calling out privilege helps or shames, as Fortgang argues his white male success stems from family effort and history.
OtherWords columnist Jim Hightower recounts how Florida officials in 2012 used voter suppression tactics affecting Latino and Black voters and students, including long lines and denied restroom access for disabled voters. He cites ADA issues and calls for reform, noting six hour waits and political maneuvering.
Readers critique front page coverage in the Telegram highlighting cuts from a new funding formula and state funds allotted to renovate an old building. The letters express doubt about education priorities and question whether transportation should fund such projects, implying concern over government spending.
Wayne Wheeler recalls Holcomb last week when mail carrier Jackson Collins found a smoldering fire on the south side of a house. Collins and a neighbor doused flames before firefighters arrived, preventing major damage and prompting gratitude for the postman who acted swiftly.
A country home owner outlines the hassles of rural living facing wildlife battles and maintenance. He recounts robins nesting under the porch, a buck guarding territory, raccoons raiding garbage, and costly fixes to lights and landscaping. He notes ownership rates and contrasts global trends, but priority is daily chores and safety.
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review humor columnist Tom Purcell is highlighted with contact email Purcell caglecar toons.com. The note notes distribution by Cagle Cartoons Inc and promotes his syndicated cartoon content.
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