Legislators Return Home Without Schools Plan
Emily Stutzman poses with her new baby sister Caitlynn Clepper, as lawmakers depart without finalizing a schools proposal. The photo captures a quiet moment after a heated session about district funding and classroom needs.
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Reservist to stand trial in Abu Ghraib abuse case
The first court martial over Abu Ghraib prisoner abuses will begin next week in Baghdad. Jeremy C. Smits of Pennsylvania faces a May 19 trial date at the Baghdad Convention Center, as ICRC confirms widespread mistreatment during interrogations and President Bush pledges full accountability.
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First in family to graduate from college at GCCC
Ileana Guerrero, 22, became the first in her family born in the United States to earn a college degree at Garden City Community College. She started part time in 2001 while raising her son Isaiah, plans a bachelor’s in business and overseas corporate work. Five students were honored as outstanding at the 84th commencement, including Hieu Doan who earned a New Century Scholar Award.
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Choose drug discount cards with care in Medicare plan
Professionals advise shoppers to compare Medicare approved prescription drug discount cards as prices may drop before 2006 reforms. Enrollment began May 3 for June benefits. 28 sponsors listed by Kansas AG and 39 cards named by HHS. SHICK urges voluntary participation and careful evaluation of benefits before switching from existing coverages.
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Cancer part of life journey for Taylors
KEARNY COUNTY Pay attention to a dog's behavior. He or she may be trying to tell you something, just like Jeri and Noel Taylor now suspect of their miniature pinscher, Squirt. Three-year-old Squirt used to rub his smooth, black coat up against Noel's throat. Their dog's quirky new trick, probably for attention, went on for about four months.
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Neighbors recall dog that sniffed cancer years ago
Jeri remembers a TV program about cancer sniffing dogs after Noel’s throat cancer diagnosis in October 2008. The note hints the memory could be linked to a prior unexpected insight, suggesting a possible connection explored on a future page.
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Canvass confirms LOB increase fails in Scott County vote
Provisional votes from 12 ballots were counted during Friday’s canvass, leaving the Local Option Budget measure at 847 to 838 in favor of opponents after provisional ballots. The 1.5 mill LOB would have raised about $95,000 for Scott County Schools. Superintendent Dean Katt attended the canvass and said the district will discuss next steps with the board.
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