Two arrests after alleged child molestation in Kansas parks
A 24 year old Lawrence man is jailed in Leavenworth County on a charge of attempted aggravated incident liberties with a child younger than 14 after a six week probe by Tonganoxie and Lawrence police. The girl, 13, met him online and says he tried to molest her at Chieftain Park. In Wichita, a 51 year old man fractured a skull during a failed purse theft at a grocery store after resisting a 92 year old victim and being tackled by a bystander.
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Doug Nolte
Labor Day motorcycle rally draws thousands to Perry Lake
Thousands of motorcyclists and campers converged on Paradise Point at Perry Lake for a Labor Day weekend party with live music and rain. Barb Berry of Scott City said it beats Sturgis with no heavy law enforcement. The Perry Lake rally runs through Sunday as a fundraiser for Kansas ABATE to support lobbying at the state level.
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Kiowa County Round Barn Marks 100th Birthday
Mullinville residents recall a round barn that stood out since its 1920s construction. Norval Ralstin, who grew up nearby, notes the wind resistant design and continuous breeze when opened. The landmark barn turns a century with celebrations planned in Kiowa County.
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Norval Ralstin
Ralstin
Kiowa County
Nation ponders Obama re election after GOP convention
A Saturday column argues the Tampa Republican convention framed a tight contest as Democrats prepare for Charlotte. It notes viewer declines, Romney’s mixed reception, and Obama’s unfulfilled 2008 pledges. The piece questions voter intent, party strategies, and potential gridlock after the November vote.
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Charlotte
N.C
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GOP
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Mitt Romney
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