Garden City embraces 89th annual Community Mexican Fiesta
The Garden City Community Mexican Fiesta drew a large crowd for the weekend parade and performances. The event highlights Mexico’s history and promotes cultural awareness in the city’s diverse population, with scholarships and immigrant outreach reflecting the community’s inclusive spirit.
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Community supports elephant move amid complex approvals
Online readers respond to plans to send Lee Richardson Zoo elephants to Colorado Springs. A KU professor notes heightened scrutiny of intercollegiate athletics as public and stakeholder reactions will shape the broader discussion.
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Kansas politics abroad highlights two party gridlock abroad
Dr. John Richard Schrock reflects on Kansas government dysfunction as seen by Chinese scholars. He compares Kansas fiscal woes, court funding threats, and a taxed legislature with U.S. and Chinese systems, noting reactions to two party politics versus multiparty coalitions and lessons in governance.
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The Singles Life Versus Marriage Benefits
Tom Purcell, humor columnist for the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, discusses rising one person households from 17 percent in 1970 to 27 percent in 2012 and more adults remaining or becoming single. He weighs guilt over lacking family life and notes studies claiming marriage benefits health and happiness while contrasting his own stress level and charity efforts. He reflects on parental sacrifice and the pull between personal fulfillment and societal expectations.
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Safer Harvest Season for Kansas Farms
Safety for children becomes a priority as harvest peaks. Training, seat belts, and no-passenger rules reduce fall risks from cabs. Emphasis on breaks, hydration, and steady speeds limits fatigue and accidents during corn milo and soybean harvest. Maintain equipment before season.
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John Schlageck: Kansas agriculture commentator and farmer
John Schlageck emerges as a leading Kansan voice on agriculture and rural issues. Born on a diversified farm in northwest Kansas, his writing reflects decades of hands on experience and deep knowledge of farming communities.
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