13-year-old burns friend in Jackass inspired stunt
Police say Collin Gaffney poured boiling water on his sleeping best friend in May. He and other Columbus area youths filmed pranks, including stunts like those on Jackass. Gaffney faced felony assault charges with possible confinement until age 21 in juvenile court.
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City approves local bidder preference resolution in Garden City
The Garden City commission votes to approve a local preference for public improvement bids to favor local contractors when bids are close. The measure aims to keep work local but raises concerns of alienating regional bidders. The panel also tabled a decision on a waiver for property tax in lieu payments by the Garden City Housing Authority, citing missing information on its finances.
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Talley Trail extension gains approval and funding plans
Bryant and Bryant Construction works on the Talley Trail extension starting December. The project runs south on Third Street to Kansas Avenue then to Finnup Park, with a $265,000 price tag funded by KDOT and the city. The northern extension funding remains hopeful, construction expected in 2005 pending federal funding eligibility. The commission also funded a 0.5 mile Finnup Park loop not approved, plus a Seventh Street landscaping proposal and other landscaping efforts along East Highway 50 400.
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Bush tax plan faces high stakes and divisions
President Bush pushes a multitrillion dollar tax cut aimed at spurring growth and job creation while Democrats critique it as a tax cut for the wealthy. The plan accelerates tax cuts and expands the federal child credit, with Republicans arguing it will restore the economy after 2001–2003 recessions and a string of scandals. Congress negotiates a final package between House and Senate limits.
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Wheat plot tour notes better outlook amid stripe rust concerns
Farmers on a plot tour in Lane and Finney Counties report a better wheat outlook in the face of recurring drought and hail. Stripe rust, seen on certain varieties like Trego and 2137, worries growers as cooler weather aids spread while some lines like Jaggerd show resistance. Experts advise selective fungicide use if yields justify cost. harvest may start by June 20 with expected average to above average yields.
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Lane County
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Ehmke
Thompson
Texas
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Finney County
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Drussel
EBS Facial Cream Tops JCPenney Cosmetics Sales
Pharmacist Robert Heldfond introduces EBS Facial Cream as the top selling product in JCPenney cosmetics. The cream promises long lasting use, a full satisfaction guarantee, and encourages readers to inquire about other discoveries. Toll free number and website provided for more information.
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