Transplant recipients revel in new athleticism at games
Merle Zuel of Bonner Springs shares a life changing moment after a heart transplant in 2007. The National Kidney Foundation notes over 100000 people await organs with about 18 dying daily. The Transplant Games in Madison feature Team MO KAN with 24 athletes from western Missouri and Kansas competing in four days of events including shot put and bowling.
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National Kidney Foundation
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Tonganoxie Mayor resigns after obscene e-mail revelation
Mike Vestal resigned as mayor of Tonganoxie two days after admitting he sent an obscene e-mail from a city duty computer. He said the move is for the city’s best and will devote himself to Christ and continue on the economic development committee.
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Vestal
Christ
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Crook
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Olathe
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Judge blocks key parts of Arizona immigration law
A federal judge halts the most contentious provisions of Arizona's immigration measure, barring police from enforcing immigration status during stops and prohibiting charges for failing to carry documents. The ruling finds the law would undermine federal enforcement and signals an immediate appeal to the 9th Circuit.
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U.S
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Bolton
Lydia Guzman
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America
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Obama
9Th Circuit Court of Appeals
San Francisco
Kobach says he can handle two jobs in race for secretary of state
Kris Kobach says he can balance a full time secretary of state role with immigration litigation work in other states. Opponent J R Claeys accuses him of misleading voters as he pursues conflicts with his campaign. Kobach vows to work full time as secretary if elected and notes he has taken a leave from UMKC while citing family needs.
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Incoming EU student advocates for citizenship for immigrant students
A European Union student prepares a campaign to secure citizenship rights for immigrant students, arguing access to education and social parity. The effort highlights ongoing debate over residency rules and integration across EU nations.
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