Roberts not ruling out future reelection campaign
Senator Pat Roberts, 79, hints at possible retirement but says he will not serve beyond two more terms. He reflects on a long career from 1967 as a staffer to presidents Nixon and Eisenhower, cites term limits, and notes his unlikely path to age 90 at term end. Other Kansas lawmakers, including Moran Huelskamp and Jenkins, discuss their own plans.
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Roundup School Partners for Parent Education Series
Buffalo Jones Elementary School and Families Together Inc. host educational workshops to boost parental engagement in learning. The bullying prevention session runs 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at 708 Taylor Ave. Child care is provided.
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Shining Hope Cowboy Ball hosted by Make-A-Wish Kansas
The Make-A-Wish Kansas hosts the Shining Hope Cowboy Ball at Southstar Barn 18 miles south of Garden City. Cocktails start at 6 p.m. with a silent auction, dinner and program at 7 30 p.m. Nashville singer Trent Willman provides entertainment. Tickets are 125 dollars each or 1000 dollars for a table of 10. call (816) 838 9474 to purchase.
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GVRV hosts free concert by Generation Gap Mennonite Quartet
Garden Valley Retirement Village will present a free musical program featuring the Generation Gap Mennonite Men's Quartet at 7 p.m. Tuesday. The event at 1505 E. Spruce St. is open to the public. for details call 620-275-5036.
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Blue Notes dance at Finney County Senior Center
The Blue Notes will perform at 7 30 p m Wednesday for a public dance at the Senior Center of Finney County located at 907 North 10th Street. Residents and visitors are invited to attend this community event.
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Welcome Wagon aids newcomers to Garden City Finney County
The Garden City Area Chamber of Commerce hosted Experience Finney County at the Clarion Inn to lure new residents by showing civic volunteer opportunities and local amenities. Officials highlighted libraries, United Way programs, child development services, and ongoing entertainment to encourage involvement all within six months of moving.
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Kansas lawmakers split on funding six year highway plan
Kansas senators support a long term highway bill with six year funding while House members push six years, but oppose raising the gas tax. Senate plan funds for six years with three year money, creating a funding gap. Rep. Moran and Sen. Roberts warn against funding highways from general funds or tax reform changes. Huelskamp criticizes short term extensions and planning uncertainty.
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