Feds extend oversight of railroad gridlock relief efforts
Federal rail overseers extended an emergency service order to Aug 2 to ease congestion and aid shippers amid Union Pacific safety fixes. FRA reports progress on safety, while STB notes remaining Houston area bottlenecks and continues to monitor services and spending plans.
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Anderson County Students Named to KU Honor Roll
The University of Kansas announced fall 1997 honor roll recipients from Anderson County. Colony Thexton, Dennis Hermreck, Laura Kissel, Miranda Schuster, Donna Peine, and Amy Falke earned honors across various KU schools, reflecting unit-specific criteria.
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Fine Arts
William Allen White School of Journalism
School of Social Welfare
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Christopher J. Thexton
Garnett
Dennis E. Hermreck
Engineering
Laura J. Kissel
Liberal Arts
Miranda J. Schuster
Greeley
Donna S. Peine
School of Pharmacy
Westphalia
Amy’m. Falke
Capitol House adopts tax cut bill in Kansas 1998
The Kansas House approved the Kansas Tax Reduction Act of 1998 by 123 to 1, sending the $225 million relief package to conference committee. After hours of debate, amendments and resistance to balanced cuts, discussion shifted to inheritance tax reform and relief equity for income and property taxes. A smaller inheritance tax plan and possible adjustments aim to reduce overall cost, with a final package around $200 million expected before governor approval. Subcontractor workers’ comp repeal bills move forward as opt-out option for self-employed contractors.
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Kansas lawmaker explains opposition to Wyandotte NASCAR track bill
A state senator explains voting against the Wyandotte County NASCAR track bill amid concerns over property rights, taxpayer costs, and limited corporate commitment. He notes 143 Wyandotte families face displacement, a 30 year taxpayer burden, and a $43 million incentives plan. He also mentions a driver’s license bill proposing stricter licensing rules.
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Wyanberi County
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Community Calendar Items for Anderson County Week
The calendar lists events this week at public venues. On Monday at 9 a.m. the Anderson County Commission meets at the courthouse. Tuesday includes a 5:30 p.m. Garnett Chamber of Commerce session at the chamber office and a 7 p.m. Garnett Library book discussion of Snow Falling on Cedar. Thursday brings a 7 p.m. storm spotter class at Town Hall Center. Public welcome.
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Garnett Saddle Club elects officers for 1998
Garnett Saddle Club named Howard Williams president for 1998 with Gail Long Chrissie Lickteig Rita Williams Leann McFadden Cathy Hinderliter Homer Miller and Dana Esslinger as officers and show directors. The club hosts a horse and mule fun show April 25 at Garnett fairgrounds and a May 9 State Horse Show Circuit event with May 30 St Jude's Benefit Trail Ride at Cedar Valley Reservoir. Contact Lickteig or Williams for details.
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Garnett
Howard Williams
Garnett Saddle Club
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Chrissie Lickteig
Rita Williams
Leann McFadden
Cathy Hinderliter
Homer Miller
Dana Esslinger
Garnett Fairgrounds
Chrissie Lichteig
Kincaid Files Bid for Anderson County Commission Seat
Tom Herynk of Kincaid has filed to challenge Howard Thompson for the Anderson County Commission seat. Herynk, who ran against Thompson in 1990, seeks the post after Thompson said he will not seek a third term. Filing deadline is June 10.
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Tom Herynk
Anderson County
Howard Thompson
Herynk
Thompson
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