Kobach Wins GOP Primary for Secretary of State Seat
Kris Kobach won the Republican primary for secretary of state riding a national immigration debate wave. He defeated J R Claeys and Libby Ensley, setting up a November challenge to incumbent Democrat Chris Biggs. The race drew national attention over Kobach's Arizona immigration law influence.
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Kansas civic race slate faces Nov general election
In the November general election Kansas voters will choose governor with Sam Brownback as the Republican challenger and Tom Holland as the Democrat. Kris Kobach and Chris Biggs vie for secretary of state. U.S. House districts show Kevin Yoder vs Stephene Moore in the 3rd and Lynn Jenkins vs Cheryl Hudspeth in the 2nd. Sandy Praeger seeks re election as insurance commissioner. Derek Schmidt and Steve Six contest the attorney general post.
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Moran Nabs GOP Senate Nomination In Kansas Primary
Republican U S Representative Jerry Moran won the Kansas GOP Senate nomination in a bitter primary against Todd Tiahrt as he led with just under fifty percent of the vote to Tiahrt’s mid forties. Moran and Tiahrt both boasted strong conservative credentials and high ratings from NRA, ACU, and National Right to Life while Moran prepares to face Lisa in the general election.
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Police chief Ron Olin to retire in Lawrence after 23 years
City Hall announced long time Police Chief Ron Olin will retire on September 1. An interim chief will be chosen within a week, and a national search for a replacement is expected to wrap up by year’s end. Olin began his tenure in 1987 and praised as a no nonsense professional.
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Brownback Wins GOP Nomination for Kansas Governor
Sam Brownback secured the Republican nomination defeating Joan Heffington with over 80 percent of the vote as he outlined plans including a general fund spending freeze. He will face Sen. Tom Holland in November while Holland attacked Brownback as a Washington insider. Brownback pledges growth, education excellence, job opportunities and stronger families under his Roadmap for Kansas.
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Educators Cut Costs to Help Families Face Rising School Needs
Educators work to keep school supply expenses down as families struggle to make ends meet. Teachers seek affordable resources and community support to ease the back to school burden.
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