Nation marks 9 11 anniversary at ground zero ceremony
Nation pauses to mark seven years since the Sept. 11 attacks with a ground zero ceremony and solemn remembrances nationwide. Relatives read names of the dead as dignitaries honor victims and candidates Obama and McCain observe the moment of silence.
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GCCC weighs health insurance talks after board meeting
Garden City Community College President Carol Ballantyne says unknowns remain on whether to urge the Board of Trustees to reopen negotiations with the faculty union over health insurance contributions. The board met in closed session with no action taken after receiving a union letter requesting talks to raise board contributions to match staff levels.
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Black Hills Energy talks change after Aquila purchase
Garden City officials host a luncheon as Black Hills Energy reports minimal local impact two months after acquiring five Aquila utilities in four states, including Kansas. Ivan Vancas becomes VP of natural gas operations, while Chuck Loomis shifts to Black Hills Power.
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Fiesta Weekend Fiesta Brings Garden City Together
Garden City's 82nd Mexican Fiesta, themed Somos Uno, draws thousands from near and far. Organizers announce a regional fashion display via the Mexican Consulate in Kansas City, a Jalapeno Contest with contestants eating peppers, and a Friday Scholarship Pageant at Clifford Hope Auditorium. A Saturday parade at 10 a.m. on Main Street ends at Stevens Park with live music and folkloric dance.
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