Former Holcomb High School teacher arrested
Katie Rufener a 26 year old former Holcomb High School science teacher and coach was arrested on two counts of unlawful sexual relations with a student older than 16. Finney County Sheriff’s Office says allegations cover multiple occasions in spring 2015 with a male student.
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Summer Playground Program Gives Kids Adventure in Garden City
The Garden City Recreation Commission offers a Summer Playground Program to prevent boredom and isolation for children whose parents work during summer. Superintendent John Washington notes benefits include structured meals and social interaction beyond the school year.
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Garden City Recreation Commission
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Opinion: State Weather and Public Discourse Reflections
An editorial reflects on state climate and public mood shaping policy. It weighs rainfall patterns, drought concerns, and citizen concerns about governance, urging thoughtful action and transparent leadership to address looming weather-related challenges.
Migrant student turns advocate for education in Garden City
Manuela Vigil moved from Juarez to Garden City in 1977 at age 14 with no English. Now 387 years later she leads the Garden City Community College Trio Program and urges Hispanic students to overcome shyness and pursue education, drawing on help from LULAC and Hispanic see page A5.
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Garden City
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Garden City Community College
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Students Learn About College Paths at Hispanic Day
High school students from southwest Kansas toured Garden City Community College during the 28th annual Hispanic Student Day hosted by the GCCC HALO chapter. Alumni speakers urged scholarships, internships, and networking while stressing active involvement and broad world exposure for future careers.
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Garden City Community College
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Snender
Hien Nguyen
Nguyen
HALO
Wichita State University
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