Health Department to Close Thursday and Friday
Finney County Health Department at 919 W Zerr Rd will be closed to the public Thursday and Friday. Regular hours resume Monday when staff begin flu shot administration. WIC remains open Thursday with normal hours. For more information call 272-3600.
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St Marys to Host Annual Bierock Fundraiser
St Mary's School will host its bierocks fundraiser on October 29 and 30. A dozen bierocks cost 20 dollars or half a dozen for 11 dollars. Orders can be placed with a St Marys student or by calling 276-2241 by October 15.
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Kansas receives federal grant for specialty crops
Kansas Agriculture Secretary Josh Svaty says $282,828 in federal grant funds will help specialty crops compete in the marketplace. Programs cover turf grass, fruits and vegetables, nuts, and nursery crops with recipients including Highland Community College Glacial Hills RC&D Kansas Association for Conservation and Environmental Education and Kansas Rural Center.
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Fort Riley to open brain trauma clinic on base
Fort Riley prepares to open a mild traumatic brain injury clinic on Custer Hill to treat soldiers with the signature wound from recent wars. A ribbon cutting is planned for Thursday and the center will employ more than 20 staff after serving over 860 injured service members since January 2008.
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Land Institute opens new research building
The Land Institute opened its new $2 million research building during the Prairie Festival in Salina. Board member Conn Nugent said the facility aims to create a new form of agriculture where conservation follows production. Managing director Ken Warren cited a crowd possibly over 1,000 with attendees from 33 states, three Canadian provinces, China and Chile.
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Kansas Reform Party candidate to stand trial on criminal threat
Saline County Judge Rene Young ruled there is enough evidence to bind Ken Cannon over for trial on one felony count of making a criminal threat. Cannon also faces misdemeanor charges of battery and disorderly conduct. Trial set for Jan. 11.
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Kansas treasurer race hinges on party in Republican year
In Kansas, Democrat Dennis McKinney faces a tough re election as the state’s treasurer while Republican Ron Estes touts efficiency. The pension fund for KPERS dominates the debate, with assets at 11.8 billion and a 7.7 billion shortfall. Estes pledges KPERS activism. McKinney notes ongoing discussions with KPERS and two committees. The office also oversees the Learning Quest college savings plan and unclaimed property programs.
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Kids Enjoy Worldwide Day of Play in Garden City
Garden City families gathered at Memorial Stadium for Nickelodeons Worldwide Day of Play. Jennifer Mata watched her children Dominc and Isabelle join hula hoops, bubbles, and ball games to promote outdoor activity and healthy living. Organizers including Michele Solorzano noted benefits to gross and cognitive development and plan to expand next year. Local parents echoed the message amid broader concerns about excessive television time and rising childhood obesity.
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Kansas Amendment Seeks to Enshrine Gun Rights in Constitution
Kansans will vote on November 2 to add language guaranteeing individuals the right to bear arms. Supporters say the measure clarifies independent gun rights. opponents see little urgent need. Proponents cite a 1905 ruling, while the House and Senate approved the measure in 2009 by wide margins.
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