Families worry over reservists in Middle East support
OLATHE AP Families and friends of Army reservists and National Guardsmen fear troops lack adequate meals and medicine in the Middle East. They complain about sending and receiving correspondence and learning of duties from media before hearing from the military. More than 100 people pressed Rep. Dennis Moore at a VFW meeting to urge action. Cindy Norris of Shawnee described hiding from news about her son's reserve duty in Iraq.
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Marketfest fills Main Street with games and vendors
Crowds flocked to Marketfest on Main Street as Oktberfest style activities, silliness and street demonstrations drew families. Kinder of ArtsCENTER praised desserts boosting the event while Velcro wall inflatables and karate demos entertained youths. Local officials and shop owners note revived downtown traffic and visibility.
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UN compound bomb injures many as guard dies
A car bomb exploded outside the UN complex in Baghdad. A policeman, Salam Mohammed, was killed and 19 wounded, with six unaccounted for. U.S. and Iraqi authorities reported no nearby American injuries. The attack followed threats and raised concerns over security for UN staff amid ongoing Iraq reconstruction efforts.
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U.S
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Lawsuit Challenges School Funding Distribution
The case argues funding is inadequate and leans toward wealthy districts, creating minority discrimination. The judge notes the constitutional aim is equal educational opportunity. Sharol Little, Manhattan superintendent, backs a favorable ruling and expects legislators to fix the unfair formula denying proper education to students, including those with special needs.
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GCCC Instructor Finds Reward in Teaching Cisco and A Programs
GCCC professor, formerly a Fort Scott police officer for 14 years, switched from criminal justice to computer training. He now teaches Cisco and A training, guiding students from career starters to veterans seeking new paths, valuing student growth and returning alumni.
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Cisco
Garden City
Fort Scott Community College
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