Holcomb BOE weighs bond issue with safety upgrades
A Holcomb School Board committee led by Superintendent Jean Rush urged bond funding for ADA seating and storm shelters at district facilities, including a new gym. The plan, valued near 3.98 million for the gym, also aims to improve security with secure entrances and storm-safe rooms. Community debate focuses on timing amid economic concerns and voter turnout. The board also agreed to apply for extraordinary state aid to offset costs, with funds earmarked for emergencies and potential tax relief.
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Jean Rush
Rob McCallister
Ryan Ruda
Matt Jones
Dwayne Roth
Roth
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Rush
Jones
Piper Jaffray
Ruda
Curtis Peterson
Holcomb
Peterson
Finney County
Garden City Community College
Dale Dennis
Kansas Department of Education
Division of Fiscal and Administrative Services
Dennis
Bush
College sports face unsustainability as big business grows
University of Kansas researchers warn intercollegiate athletics risk becoming financially unsustainable amid rising funding campaigns and TV deals. The 100 page study notes sports prestige can overshadow academics, with programs relying on student fees and reallocations while Power 5 conferences negotiate TV contracts. The report cites scandals at Baylor Florida State North Carolina and Penn State as illustrations of the stakes in the growing athletic arms race.
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University of Kansas
NCAA
Jordan Bass
Boise State
Baylor University
Florida State University
University of North Carolina
Penn State University
Claire Schaeperkoetter
Bass
Kyle Bunds
North Carolina State University
Garden City housing tax incentives spark school district concerns
City approved Prairie Ridge tax incentive under the Neighborhood Revitalization program as part of housing development. USD 457 Superintendent Karlin notes no district budget impact while a $100,000 home would pay 9 cents in RHID taxes annually. Board discusses funding formulas, housing needs under $50k income, and a 4-entity task force to pursue long term tools. 2015-16 budget approved with a 3.99 mill levy increase to 51.96 and a $100,000 Migrant Family Literacy grant accepted.
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City Commission
Prairie Ridge
USD 457
Steve Karlin
Karlin
Garden City
Jean Clifford
Garden City Usd 457
Garden City Community College
Finney County
Dean Gigot remembered by family and friends
Family and friends describe Dean Gigot as a dedicated farmer and mentor who shared his innovative farming methods with his son and sister. He enjoyed antique hi crop tractors, traveling with Crist, and collecting memories with Betty Jo and 16 grandchildren. A federal trial in 1997 ended in acquittal, and memorial services were planned at Samy’s Spirits and Steak House to celebrate his life with a party.
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Jana
Gigot
Crist
Garden City
Louisiana
Betty Jo
Dean
Cattle News
Samy
Clarion Inn
Kansas Ave
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Paige Dortweiler
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Shirley Talbert
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