Forum weighs TABOR impact on Kansas education funding
The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities study estimates TABOR could have reduced Kansas education spending by 444 million since 1992, risking 10,000 teacher jobs or 23 fewer school days. Critics call the 65 percent instruction spend rule a gimmick, urging focus on student outcomes and adequate funding.
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Fair County job fair highlights varied openings across sectors
Grace Hudson notes hospital openings for lab assistants, housekeeping, food service, reception and more while Social Security district manager Hans Katzenmeier emphasizes communication skills and training. Tyson Fresh Meats reports about 175 openings but low applicant interest, with managers seeking candidates for floor roles and administration. Local attendees seek benefits and steady work, with office and secretarial hopes prominent.
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Mother Grieves as Son Planned Future After Arraignment
Armstrong faced first degree murder charges after pleading not guilty. A preliminary conference is set for 9 a.m. Oct. 27 at Caddo County District Courthouse in Anadarko, with no bond. Carmen Macias recalled her son CJ Macias sending money for a family vacation and seeking to turn himself in, hoping to move on from past troubles.
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FDA proposes brain ban on cattle feed to curb mad cow disease
The FDA outlines a rule banning brain and spinal cord tissues from cattle older than 30 months from livestock feed, omitting other tissues and certain feed components. Critics say loopholes remain since some at risk materials and tainted tissues would still enter the food chain via unresolved categories.
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Katrina response in New Orleans prompts relief oversight
President Clinton and a Bush fund oversee a $100 million aid effort as evacuees in Rivercenter face crowded, spartan conditions with showers, clothing, privacy, and medical care shortages. Clinton tours the Ninth Ward and Algiers, pledging a long term plan and fair treatment for Louisiana residents amid recovery.
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Nation seeks EU entry amid trade hopes and Muslim-majority status
The country aims to join the European Union to boost business and allow freer movement for its citizens, while facing opposition from some states that warn it would become the EU’s second-largest and one of its poorer members, given its Muslim majority.
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Tom DeLay steps down after indictment in conspiracy case
World scope reports Tom DeLay resigns from House leadership following conspiracy indictment. Bali bombings kill 22. travel hub hit by blasts. Former U S Secretary William Bennett drawn into criticism over radio remarks. An estimated 10 billion dollars in buried coins and jewelry found on an island offshore from an unspecified country.
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U.S
William Bennett
Supreme Court nominee described as loyal pit bull in shoes
The president nominated the White House counsel and former Bush personal lawyer, who led the Texas lottery and served as staff secretary, to replace Sandra Day O Connor. Known for hard work and low profile, he is praised as fiercely loyal to the president.
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World Series Champions Earn AL Wild Card Spot
Last year’s World Series champions earned an American League playoff berth as a wild card. The season’s top film was Flightplan starring Academy Award winner, while August Wilson, famed for plays detailing Black Americans in this century, died of cancer.
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