Kansas lawmaker’s Oz road bill strikes a portal to Oz
As the legislative session winds down, a county road bill morphs into “The Road to Oz” and “The Yellow Brick Road.” House members discuss a conference committee before approval. Signs will be funded privately. Also noted are Umbarger family ties to Israel, retirement of Don Hayward from tax law work, and color coded SRS office ideas. Hays residents honored for family physician of the year and Constitution contest winners.
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Sunday liquor sales debate lingers in Kansas Legislature
Kansas lawmakers pause for three weeks as the Senate and House clash over Sunday liquor sales and uniformity of the Liquor Control Act. A Wyandotte County judge ruled the act not uniform statewide, hinting local governments could set age rules. authors question school funding trades for passage. Martin Hawver notes the high stakes and political maneuvering ahead.
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A Proud American Amid Support For Troops and Family
Crowds gathered to back families and soldiers as speakers praised unity and faith. The writer reflects on Jacob's family, the community’s love, and teaching children by example, stressing pride, prayer, and support for future generations.
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Readers' Forum: Because Our Troops Are Fighting for Us
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Antiwar letters defend free speech in Ottawa Herald
A reader asserts that opposing war does not equal anti American sentiment. The letter argues for antiwar and pro troops, condemns labeling dissenters as unpatriotic, and urges Americans to exercise free speech while hoping for troops to return safely. The author challenges the view that criticism should silence debate.
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