Budget leaders say tax cuts will force big education cuts
Kansas lawmakers said a 2013 tax cut plan will reduce state revenue and, with growth, trigger about 2.5 billion in six-year shortfalls. Public schools would lose 750 million and higher education 150 million, while KEPC warned of serious education and state service cuts. Davis and Hensley urged scrutiny of Brownback’s spending task force.
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Local campaign clash over alcohol, donations and spurred apology
The candidate urged an apology after claiming small district banks should not fund her campaign. She denied drinking alcohol and cited her parents' near-fatal crash caused by a drunk driver. Campaign spokesman Diane Silver argued the issue targeted influence by powerful interests. Libertarian Dennis Hawver spoke on stage proposing up to 50 percent defense cuts to balance the budget. The general election is November 6 with early voting starting October 17.
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Grant funds Mental Health First Aid rollout in Kansas
A $62 000 grant from Tower Mental Health Foundation will expand Mental Health First Aid across Kansas via the Association of Community Mental Health Centers of Kansas. Bert Nash Center in Lawrence helped pioneer the program, and training targets first responders, law enforcement, clergy and others. The course covers risk assessment, supportive listening, and connecting to professional help, with manuals and trainer training financed by the grant.
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Ex KU teacher to receive Caring Award
Lawrence group Kansas Advocates for Better Care will honor Robert Harder of Topeka with its Caring Award at the Stand By Me benefit on Oct. 28 at Maceli's. Harder, former KU School of Social Welfare instructor and secretary at two state departments, is the fourth recipient. The 2 to 5 p.m. event features auctions, live music, refreshments. free but reservations required. call 842-3088 or visit kabc.org.
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