Rights and parole of Kansas death row inmate debated
The Hutchinson News reports on the release of William Hamilton III, the last man sentenced to die in Kansas, and how a lone survivor from Hutchinson area learns of his pending parole via the newspaper as state officials acknowledge difficulty notifying victims, prompting questions about victims rights.
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Merit Based Pay Urged To Replace Outdated Public Employee System
The editorial argues for a quick shift from longevity to performance based pay for public workers. It criticizes the slow process and a state consultant’s 18 month diagnostic timeline as too long. Readers are invited to join the discussion, with modern pay tied to merit rather than seniority.
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Robert Ellis Smith
Privacy Journal
Privacy in the digital age and opt out options
Vickie Hull notes rising electronic data collection from birth records to vehicle data, with identity theft risks and pervasive marketing. The piece highlights opt out options under the 1994 Privacy Act, Kansas DMV program, and DMA privacy services, plus practical steps to reduce data sharing.
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Direct Marketing Association
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Lawrence
Ottawa moves to curb youth access to tobacco
Mary Jayne Hellebust commends Ottawa City Commission for removing self service tobacco displays and requiring tobacco retail licenses. The measure keeps products behind counters, promotes age checks for those under 27, and aims to raise compliance and reduce youth tobacco use with immediate health benefits.
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Ottawa
Ottawa City Commission
Mary Jayne Hellebust
Kansas Smokeless Kids Initiative Inc
Local ophthalmologist urged to expand in Ottawa
A reader praises Dr. Frank a local ophthalmologist and requests citizens to support expanding his practice near the hospital for patient convenience. The writer notes long-standing eye issues from diabetes and appreciation for his availability, while acknowledging Kansas City specialists. The appeal emphasizes community access and a clean professional building as neighbors.
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Dr. Frank
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Reader Forum Submissions Request Handwritten Signatures
Readers are invited to send opinions to the Read er Forum with hand signatures and full addresses including telephone numbers. Letters may be edited to fit space.
Solo ten days, motherhood redefines freedom and guilt
Jacquelyn Mitchard reflects on a 10 day solo stretch home alone, enjoying solitude yet confronting fierce maternal guilt. She describes the contrast between carefree hours and the sudden rush of memories of her children, realizing motherhood remains her core identity and responsibilities shape balance.
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