Gov Brownback dinners questioned over open meetings act
Gov. Sam Brownback and aides faced questions about Cedar Crest dinners with legislative leaders potentially violating the Kansas Open Meetings Act. Critics note attendance by House Appropriations members. officials insist dinners are private social events inviting all legislators and spouses and do not breach law.
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Sam Brownback
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Topeka Capital Journal
House Appropriations Committee
Cedar Crest
Mike Merriam
Kansas Press Association
Topeka Capital-Journal
Sherriene Jones-Sontag
Statehouse
Kansas lawmakers see no need for big KBA audit changes
Topeka sources say despite a forensic audit finding document destruction and fund misuse at the Kansas Bioscience Authority the legislature sees no systemic flaws requiring dismantling. The report notes an $18 million office building and related consultant expenses while former president Tom Thornton is singled out for blame.
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Topeka
Kansas
Kansas Bioscience Authority
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KBA
Mike O'Neal
Tom Thornton
Tax plan backed as unprece dented giveaway to business
A Kansas tax plan by Gov. Sam Brownback would exempt thousands of business incomes from tax, reducing state revenue and drawing criticism from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. The administration touts a fairer flat system to boost growth and fund core services, while opponents warn of harm to taxpayers and services.
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Topeka
Sam Brownback
Michael Mazerov
Washington, D.C
Brownback
Kansas
Nonpartisan
Center On Budget and Policy Priorities
Open book binding workshop draws 25 enthusiasts
Erin Billing and Ben Cartwright joined a Watson Library bookbinding workshop with about 25 attendees. The pair cut and assemble blue papers into small book shapes, guided by conservators Whitney Baker and Roberta Woodrick. The event showcased hands on crafting and the joy of creating handmade volumes.
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Ben Cartwright
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Watson Library
Whitney Baker
Mike Yoder
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Topeka
Ku’s
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