State parks plan $10 million upgrades to start this summer
Kansas state park managers expect the $10 million statewide improvement program to begin this summer, replacing aging showerhouses in the first year. Bids on many projects should open after July 1, with some buildings costing about $135,000 each. Milford Lake will gain a new beach area in year two, as Kanopolis State Park replaces an old showerhouse at Langley Point.
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State funds repair package for Clinton and Perry Lakes
The state Legislature approves a 10 million dollar improvements package funding Clinton Lake State Park and Perry Lake State Park. Clinton Lake projects total about 475000 with 130000 for sewage, 245000 for water line replacement, and 100000 for campground upgrades. Perry Lake projects total about 500000 including showerhouse renovations, beach improvements and beach house replacement.
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Kansas flags restoration shines at state museum
The Kansas Museum of History resumes restoring Civil War and Spanish-American War flags with private and state funds. Expert work, mesh overlays, and occasional Maryland conservation partner care for fragile silk and painted pieces. The project, led by Blair Tarr with support from Merle Hodges, seeks to preserve relics once stored in the Capitol and Memorial Building while highlighting the 1st Kansas Colored Infantry and local descendants.
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Missing Gulf War pilot Speicher fate still a mystery
The Gulf War pilot Scott Speicher, the first American casualty, remains missing with fate unresolved. Senators seek answers after reports of a satellite sighting and early searches being canceled, while officials insist the case remains active. Speicher, from Kansas City, was shot down January 17, 1991, and officially listed killed in action with body not recovered. His family and friends urge continued inquiries and accountability.
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Frontier Casino opens in St. Joseph draws 1000 on debut
The Frontier Casino in St. Joseph, Mo., opened after a five month wait and drew about 1,000 patrons as doors swung at 6 p.m. Tuesday. The $17 million riverboat upgraded to a larger barge upriver after Missouri Gaming Commission approved an amended license. The casino, with 20,000 feet of gambling space, faces a statewide vote in November that could shape future riverboat gaming.
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