Roof replacement on Haskell’s Hiawatha Hall advances history restoration
Crews near halfway in replacing the 1898 limestone building’s leaky roof with architectural asphalt shingles at Haskell Indian Nations University. The project aims to stop water damage and mold that plagued Hiawatha Hall since 2005, bringing the historic chapel and later designated hall closer to reopening under university leadership.
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City faces removal of 10 million gallons tainted water
City officials must dispose of 10 million gallons of nitrogen contaminated water from the former Farmland plant even after the temporary pump shutdown. The volume equals about 15 Olympic pools and will require a major operation to transport and distribute by truck at a likely high cost.
Tonganoxie Mayor faces conflict of interest over Tyson plant
Mayor Jason Ward confirms ties to a law firm that does business with Tyson Foods as he seeks legal guidance on possible official conflict of interest over Tyson Plant funding. Tyson asks the city for more than 1 million dollars for the controversial meatpacking facility.
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Kansas Uninsured Gap Narrowing Slower Than Nation
Census data show young adults, low income groups and certain minorities in Kansas have higher uninsured rates than national levels, fueling debate over expanding Medicaid under Obamacare ahead of the upcoming gubernatorial race. The report notes overall Kansas uninsured rates are falling but at a slower pace than nationwide, with regional maps highlighting higher gaps.
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