Costly Statutes Fuel Elevated Local Election Costs
The Paola editor notes elections are costly and state election laws raise expenses. In one ward 17 votes matched costs of a ward with 184 votes, with about $14 per ballot in that ward. Outside-ward costs and off year consolidation could ease taxpayer burden while boards grow harder to fill. A legislative study to ease costs is suggested amid a shift toward more local voting on taxes and liquor options.
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Doctors Fees Soar Amid Government Price Controls
A government study finds doctors raise fees faster than inflation while insurers and government programs shape charges. The President's council notes no near decline and fears rising Medicare and Medicaid costs. If national health plans emerge, doctors may face government influence.
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TV Tonight Current Movies and Shows Highlights
A dense listing of tonight’s TV offerings including Caribou The Incredible Journey, The Amazing Spider-Man, Who Is Harry Kellerman, The Undefeated, Framed, All About All Qvar, and The Tonight Show. Notable talents include Michael Landon Dustin Hoffman and Jay Leno with varied runtimes, from 60 to 120 minutes, plus public affairs and late news segments.
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Kansas Legislature wrap-up: mixed signals amid tax relief debate
Kansas legislators face a two to three day wrap-up session beginning April 24 to finish big-ticket bills. Reactions range from lackluster to generally productive as voters weigh tax relief, university funding, and ongoing programs amid an election year. Leaders like House Speaker John Carlin and Gov. Bennett praise progress while critics say key issues were left for last minute.
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Damolan
Robert Bennett
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Jack Steineger
Kansas City
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Overland Park
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Post Heart Attack Care and Angina Signals
Reader questions to Dr Thosteson cover post heart attack activity, angina signs, estrogen for osteoporosis, growth hormone injections for height, and returning to normal diets after liquid-protein regimens. Experts emphasize individualized plans, early mobility, and medical supervision.
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Inflation and Carter Price Control Skepticism
AP Business Analysis notes a Gallup Chamber survey showing 85 percent of business leaders oppose aggressive price hikes despite a Carter call to hold increases. Jack Carlson argues government actions, including Social Security tax and farm supports, push inflation to about 6.6 percent this year, warning firms fear rigid controls and worry they cannot assist the administration.
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