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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1998
Page
4
The article quotes Graves asserting the Kansas Open Meetings Act rests on public business being conducted in public view. It emphasizes transparency and accountability as core goals guiding state and local government proceedings and the public’s right to access discussions and decisions. The piece analyzes implications for governance and citizen oversight.
Kansas Governor Bill Graves vetoed House Bill 2860 to stop private one on one talks and telephone trees that would have hidden public deliberations. He reaffirmed that public business must be conducted in public view, keeping open meetings for at least another year and guiding officials to operate in open forums. John Lechliter
Public notice advises readers to send comments or suggestions about editorials to John Lechliter the managing editor via email at lechliter getelegram com.
A Personal essay argues professional athletes often deny paternity and neglect their children. It cites Sports Illustrated as illustrating a pattern of unprotected sex, risky behavior, and “checkbook fathering.” The piece urges accountability, noting the long term harm to children and society. The author stresses athletes risk losing influence as their skills decline.
A critical column argues US policy toward Israel risks provoking another war. It contends Clinton era pressure harms Israel, urges supporting democratization in Arab states, questions Oslo outcomes, and highlights Palestinian incitement, terror acts, and the PLO's stubborn stance. It warns of a new Iraq near Tel Aviv and Syria and Iran alliances.
The Senior Center Meals on Wheels began in 1979 delivering meals to homebound residents by volunteers from local churches and groups. Growth from 25 to over 100 clients in two years strains Garden City volunteers who donate time for about 30 minutes daily, six days a week, including holidays.
Garden City High School Class of 1999 hosted the April 25 Junior-Senior Prom. The student organizers credit area merchants for donations and volunteers that made the event possible and extend gratitude to those who contributed their time.
A reader from Garden City questions if the March of Dimes still funds prenatal diagnosis and genetic counseling for pregnant women. The letter alleges past advertising of services, current denials, and notes the organization's support for abortion and ongoing research into improved tests.
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