Kansas voters eye record turnout in 2016 election
In southwest Kansas most races are minor but the presidential contest between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump dominates. Secretary of State Kris Kobach forecast about 1.3 million Kansans voting, a 72 percent turnout, the highest since 1996, with strong early voting reflecting high voter interest. The ballot also features Gary Johnson, Jill Stein and other candidates along with local constitutional questions.
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No local election issues despite high early voting turnout
Finney County officials expect smooth Election Day amid high early voting. Clerk Elsa Ulrich notes no history of poll watcher problems and says legal observers must file forms. Sheriff Kevin Basque says no heightened alert unless concerns arise.
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Garden City mentoring program supports 501 youths with 13 staff
Tammy Wilson directs a regional mentoring program serving Finney and Kearny counties with 13 staff and 501 youth ages 5 to 17 in 2015. The nonprofit pairs Bigs with Littles for life changing, professional, one to one mentoring experiences funded by a United Way allocation of 20.90 or 21 dollars per member.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters mentors youth in Garden City area
Since 1984 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Finney and Kearny Counties pairs at risk children with positive role models. Tammy Wilson notes all kids want a Big and a friend while Bigs in Schools uses Garden City Community College volunteers to tutor elementary students, with 130 volunteers pairing with two students each. Currently 29 active matches in Garden City and Holcomb meet weekly to build trust and growth.
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