Heat lingers as drought persists in southwest Kansas
Summer heat remains intense with blowing dust in southwest Kansas as fall brings cooler temps. Garden City reports year to date precipitation at 11 inches while normal exceeds 16. September rain to date surpasses 1.08 inches with 1.22 inches by Sunday night. Farmers suffer crop withering and livestock stress while outdoor workers endure harsh conditions.
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Which season is your favorite editorial prompt
Southwest Kansans faced extreme heat that turned outdoor activities into discomfort as temperatures neared 90 degrees. The region awaits seasonal relief with fall arriving, bringing cooler weather after reports of snow in Colorado. Readers are invited to comment on the online version.
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Rail route loss sparks online reaction at Garden City story
Readers on GCTelegram.com discuss Amtrak's proposed route changes and the single West Coast rail link through the heartland. Salvation Army Lt. Jeff Curran comments on community needs and U S funded agency coverage in today’s United Way feature.
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Letters Policy From The Telegram Readers Guide
The Telegram invites signed letters to the editor with writer address and phone, to be confirmed prior to publication. Letters should be 500 words or less and may be edited for libel and length. Send to Attn Editor 310 N Seventh St Garden City KS 67846 or via www gctelegram com.
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Obamacare delay and repeal debate analyzed
Kathleen Parker weighs the ACA backlash and GOP strategy, noting rising unpopularity, hour cuts by employers, and high premium estimates. She contrasts Republican plans like H R 3121 with delays as a possible tactic, and highlights political divergence over penalties for individuals and special exemptions for Congress.
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Climate change debate mirrors legal tactic and media bias
The piece argues that climate change evidence is selectively used, citing NOAA preliminary findings and a Daily Mail Arctic ice report as conflicting signals. It accuses media and figures like Al Gore of cherry-picking data, likening believers to a cult and urging skepticism toward alarmist claims.
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Obama tone debate masks political clash at Navy Yard
Rick Jensen argues Obama’s style reflects campaign politics rather than tone deafness. He contends liberal supporters overstate concern, noting Obama has long mocked opponents, praised allies, and mixed empathy with muscular advocacy across crises and policy fights.
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