State hospitals face heavy overtime amid vacancies in Kansas
Overtime at Larned and Osawatomie mental health hospitals stems from high vacancy rates and the impact of the T-Works highway program. Larned reported 5.8 million in overtime for 2012 to 2016 with 778 workers, while Osawatomie showed 1.9 million since 2010, spurring concerns from KOSE about forced long hours and staff burnout.
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KBA Approves Loans and Investments for Local Ventures
The Kansas Bioscience Authority approves a 700000 loan to SmartVet USA Inc next to KBA HQ at Kansas State University Olathe. SmartVet plans a Kansas City area facility to produce cattle medicines, creating about 51 jobs by 2016 with 64000 average pay. A separate 300000 stock purchase for Project X was also approved, with the company’s identity kept secret pending public reveal. The moves follow a shift to a returns-focused investment strategy.
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Kansas Board Debates Nationalized Science Standards
Kansas faces a state board vote on adopting the Next Generation Science Standards amid clashes over nationalized education, local control, and debates on evolution and climate change. Opponents failed to block adoption last week, while legislation to curb funding and create oversight stalled in 2013- era disputes. The board also reviews the Coalition of Innovative Districts Act allowing exemptions for up to 10 percent of districts from state laws.
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