Polluted Marais des Cygnes River spark river health warnings
Kansas officials warn the Marais des Cygnes River and nearby creeks are polluted with agricultural chemicals and municipal waste. Atrazine and ammonia are common culprits, making the water unsafe for swimming or drinking, despite local protests during a two year moratorium on stricter standards.
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Marais Des Cygnes
Itawa
Ood
Kansas Departent of Health and Environment
Marais
Kansas
Ottawa
Don Georges
Sas
Foreign policy harms daily life says columnist Charley Reese
Charley Reese argues that U S foreign policy drives terrorism and harms ordinary people. He criticizes sanctions on Iraq and U S actions in Balkans Sudan Iran and Israel while urging a policy aligned with ideals to curb terrorism and protect citizens. He notes Pan Am 103 victims and urges accountability.
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Beltway
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France
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Middle East
U.N
Sudan
Washington
China
Israel
Flag protection speaks to American values and unity
John Schneider argues against flag desecration and advocates Senate passage of Senate Joint Resolution 40, the Flag Protection Amendment. He recalls family lessons on patriotism, the flag, and national unity, tying personal history to a call for constitutional protection. He notes his roles on The Dukes of Hazzard and Doctor Quinn and leads Faith Works.
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U.S
Thomas Paine
U.S. Senate
John Schneider
Bo Duke
Daniel
Reader Forum for Harry Coker Raise the Bar in Education
A campaign assistant supports Harry Coker for the 9th District State Board of Education. He advocates high standards, accountability, and internationally benchmarked assessments. The piece cites the 1996 National Education Summit and quotes leaders on improving reading, thinking, and communication to prepare a flexible 21st century workforce.
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Harry Coker
Coker
Kansas
America
Mr. Coker
State Board
National Academy of Science
National New Standards Project
IBM
Bob Chase
National Education Association
Chase
NEA
United States
9Th District Board of Education
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Readers may send hand signed opinions to the forum, including the author’s address and telephone number, with a maximum length of 500 words.
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