Kansas education spending and efficiency task force begins
The task force reviews district spending differences and efficiency as Kansas plans 5.77 billion in K-12 funding this year up from 5.59 billion. Gov. Brownback aims for 65 percent of resources in classrooms while funding cuts loom from tax changes.
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Kansas Department of Education
Romney calls for aiding Syrian rebels to topple Assad
Romney frames Syria as a proxy fight with Iran and urges engaging an opposition likely to lead a future Syria. He criticizes Obama policies on Iraq Afghanistan Iran and Israel while avoiding direct calls to arm rebels.
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United Way Habitat volunteers inspire future homeowners
Habitat for Humanity homeowners continue to volunteer after sweat equity hours, helping new families secure homes. Two former owners have assisted on every build since moving in, and the latest family is eager for the next project. The local United Way aims for a 2013 campaign total of 550000 with 21 partner agencies including Habitat for Humanity and Meals on Wheels.
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Finney County
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Meals On Wheels
Habitat For Humanity
America
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Richard Nixon
Nixon
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Legacy Run Supports Cancer Awareness And Care In Southwest Kansas
Legacy: Runners brave elements for annual race to raise funds for St. Catherine Hospital programs. The LLF purchased imaging and radiology equipment, laptops, and supplies, with a $28,000 gift toward a digital mammography machine in April 2010. The foundation funds screenings, “Laura's Touches” gifts, and a new “Fill the Fridge” drive to aid patients at the Cancer Center. A planned cancer screening day is under discussion to boost early detection.
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Paige Kraus
Traeger
Samy’s Spirits and Steakhouse
Kraus
Kleysteuber’s
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