Windsor senior housing plan at Windsor Hotel fails
FCPA board discussed the failed senior housing proposal for the Windsor Hotel in downtown Windsor. Glass emphasized moving forward with development solutions and retaining first floor retail space while funding shortfalls and tax credits were reviewed. Nelson criticized the vote, urged renewed trust, and called for staged work building grassroots community support.
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Kansas lawmakers rush redistricting as Kobach pushes federal aid
Kobach asks federal court to settle remap disputes urging speed to finish by June 4 if legislative action stalls. State officials say primary timing hinges on overseas ballots and whether lawmakers complete redistricting this week. Senate talks grow tense as moderates clash with conservatives over maps and power.
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Educators to vote on Garden City contract impasse
Garden City educators will cast ballots on the 2011 2012 contract after negotiations stalled last June. Teachers and staff debated professional dress standards with the board, balancing individual choice against administrator defined rules.
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Tight fight shapes Senate control in 2012 race
The AP notes a volatile GOP path to Congress with divisive primaries in several states, a Maine retirement, and competitive races in North Dakota. Democrats hold a 53-47 edge with independents, while Republicans aim to flip four seats to seize a majority in 2013, as campaigns pivot on key hold and pickup opportunities nationwide.
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Kansans debate aggressive tax cut plan and doubts
Kansas lawmakers and Gov Brownback weigh a new tax plan that would slash top individual income tax rates to 4.9 percent by 2018 and maintain a 5.7 percent sales tax in July 2018. Critics warn against steep cuts and insufficient revenue, while supporters promise growth. Brownback pledged to sign if lawmakers pass nothing else, with a May 26 decision deadline.
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