Quote of the Day From Serj Tankian 2003
The artist believes speaking out is a shared duty not a burden for one. He notes artists act from sensing the times in a distinct way, urging collective responsibility beyond individual fame. The quote reflects a call for artistic engagement during pivotal moments.
Editorial: Remembering Gerry Getty Literacy Advocate in Franklin County
Retired Central Heights elementary teacher Gerry Getty, a longtime champion of reading, died after a lengthy illness. Her efforts brought authors and illustrators to classrooms, helped create the Franklin County Literature Festival serving 1200+ third to fifth graders, and inspired countless students and teachers over a 32 year career. Her influence lives on in the festival and in those she inspired.
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Central Heights
Gerry Getty
Gerry
Reading Council
Franklin County
Political contact details for Kansas lawmakers and U S offices
A list of addresses phone numbers and websites for U S President George Bush U S Senators Pat Roberts Sam Brownback and Rep Jim Ryun Gov Kathleen Sebelius State Senators Robert Tyson Derek Schmidt and Representatives Tom Holland Bill Feuerborn Joe Humerickhouse and Stanley Dreher in Topeka Kansas with office locations and contact information.
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George Bush
White House
Washington
D.C
Whitehouse
U.S
Pat Roberts
Hart Senate
Senate
Roberts
Sam Brownback
Jim Ryun
Rayburn
State
Robert Tyson
State Capitol
Topeka
Tyson
Derek Schmidt
State Capital
Schmidt
Tom Holland
Holland
House
Bill Feuerborn
Feuerborn
Joe Humerickhouse
Humerickhouse
Stanley Dreher
Draher
Balancing activities and downtime for Wellsville students
Denise O'Dea, superintendent of Wellsville schools, argues that structured activities aid grades and social skills but warns against burnout. She advocates unscheduled downtime, balanced by productive play, to prevent fatigue and maintain focus, citing research on parental pressures and consumer culture in childhood.
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Denise O'Dea
Wellsville
Bush political ascent rooted in guard duty and Harvard delay
Robert Douthat of Ottawa notes that George W. Bush joined Harvard Business School with eight months left on his Texas Air National Guard contract, arguing his 1968 choice to prepare for the presidency over immediate state service set him on a path to leadership. He claims Bush repaid his military obligation with interest, and suggests a new Selective Service form could grant an eight month credit.
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George W. Bush
Harvard Business School
Texas Air National Guard
Bush
Harvard
America
Texas
Washington, D.C
United States
National Guard
Robert Douthat
Ottawa
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Anda Brown
Brown
Ottawaharakd.com
Kathy Miller
Kami
Awaherald.com
Ken Kistner
Kostner
Gray
Mililbem
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Cedar
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Pacer
Eaglecartoons.com
Redbook
William Doherty
Doherty
Denise O’dea