Ottawa Volunteer Center Aims to Link Helpers and Agencies
Ottawa launches a volunteer center at the ECKAN office 602 S Maple to match willing volunteers with charities and agencies. People can apply, describe interests, and be connected to projects from building repairs to tutoring, health care, food pantries, and senior or youth services.
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Reader Forum rational about evolution in Kansas
Orville J. Cole Garnett writes that a Kansas Board of Education standard on origins allows local boards to teach or not teach evolution or creation as per Genesis. He notes support from polls and presidential candidates for presenting both theories, urging rational debate rather than sensational claims.
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Creationism voice supports local school board stance
A letter from a Kansas reader argues against evolution teaching, defending creationism and biblical authority. He cites math and science degrees and warns that evolution excludes God, urging supporters to pressure local boards and oppose state BOE appointments while commending those who voted yes.
Kansas Board of Education pulls evolution from state tests
Kathleen Parker reflects on Kansas baring evolution from statewide testing and shutting down the Big Bang theory. She argues science and religion complement each other and questions the notion you must choose between God and Darwin as the 21st century begins. Parker invites reader comments via email.
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Kansans Love Government Despite Conservative Posturing
David Awbrey argues Kansans adore government at all levels while conservatives in power posture against it. He notes wide support for teachers, police, and public services, cites census data on public employment, and observes distrust of federal power with a preference for local control and strong courthouse and police presence.
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