Deputy Sam Smith dies en route to emergency call
Franklin County Sheriff Jeffry Curry mourns Deputy Sam Smith who died after his patrol car left the road and hit a tree while responding to an emergency near Williamsburg. Smith, 22, was in his first year of service after being hired in 2009 and recent Kansas Law Enforcement Center graduate.
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4-H hand pets steal show at county fair
At the Douglas County Fairgrounds 4-H pet show youth showcase offbeat animals. Nikki-Lee Aguilar 14 of Clinton Eagles shows Stevette the box turtle with energy while others present Tango the leopard gecko Skittles hamster and Joey the rabbit. Judges quiz owners on care knowledge and composure. winners crowned for pet care and presentation.
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Kilimanjaro Journey Reveals Summit's True Scale
A seven member group from the United States Canada and Britain hikes Kilimanjaro National Park facing altitude risks and weather. They reach Uhuru Peak after a five and a half day ascent covering about 82 kilometers with guide Joshua Rhuhimbi on his 128th summit. The climb tests acclimatization and endurance as they return to Arusha after a vivid base to peak view.
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Senate candidates Moran Tiahrt in bitter Kansas race for open seat
Republican contenders Moran and Tiahrt clash over conservatism on immigration spending taxes health care and terrorism policies as they seek the open Kansas U S Senate seat. They trade contrasts on Bush era tax cuts stimulus and federal spending while courting Tea Party aligned support.
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