Dodge City Fort Hays college merger collapses
A plan to merge Dodge City Community College into Fort Hays State University collapsed after Dodge City board members split on support. Regents sought strong backing before next fiscal year budget, ending Fort Hays third failed attempt to establish a western Kansas branch.
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Keystone pipeline heads for Obama veto showdown
The House passed the Keystone XL pipeline bill 252 to 161, with 221 Republicans supporting and 31 Democrats backing it. Cassidy of Louisiana seeks the Senate approval as Landrieu campaigns toward a December runoff. If the Senate approves, Obama faces a climate and energy policy clash as debate over jobs, energy security, and environmental impact continues.
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Lawrence volunteers seek help from local supports and clubs
Multiple Lawrence groups announce volunteer needs. Friends of the Library seek help for a November book sale with greeting and restocking duties. Big Brothers Big Sisters asks for volunteers for the Gingerbread House Festival on December 6 and 7 to raise funds. Ten Thousand Villages Lawrence calls for four hours weekly to assist social media. Habitat for Humanity invites women to join the Women Build committee to learn construction skills. Boys and Girls Club seeks volunteers for the KidzLit program. LINK Community requests food donations for a Thanksgiving dinner. Contacts include Kandyce Horn and Staci, with various phone and email details.
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GOP Debates Shutdown Risks Over Obama Immigration Move
House Republicans wrestle with how to respond to Obama executive action on immigration. Options include suing, a standalone bill, or a temporary spending bill to gain leverage. Pragmatists fear a shutdown, while conservatives push to act before Obama’s action takes effect. Speaker Boehner and Mitch McConnell oppose shutdowns, urging restraint.
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