Postal rate hike would reshape mail and publications
The Postal Rate Commission may approve a 6 percent average rise in 2001 affecting first class letters, magazines and catalogs. While the USPS posts a 1999 profit of 363 million and aims to stay self funded, critics warn higher costs will push catalog mailers, newspapers and magazines to cut mailings and seek cheaper options online.
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Graves sits out education races as Kansas eyes reform
Kansas Governor Bill Graves says he will not back or oppose State Board of Education candidates this year a stance seen as surprising and discouraging after his prior push for education as a state priority. He has cut proposed school funding and avoided leading campaigns for new board members a move that critics say stalls progress on testing accreditation and standards. The Star urges active citizen involvement to elect capable candidates in August and November to shift the board away from stagnation toward stronger educational quality.
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Guest editorials express reader opinions in print
Opinion pieces published as guest editorials present diverse viewpoints beyond The Herald staff views. Readers encounter varied stances on local issues, with the note that opinions may not reflect the newspaper’s official position.
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Highway 59 safety and speed proposal from Ottawa resident
Robert K. Kile of Ottawa argues that U S 59 between Ottawa and Lawrence is safe after improvements and should have wider shoulders and a 65 mph limit. He opposes building a new east of 59, condemning land takings and higher costs, citing need to preserve farmland.
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January the Devil Month and My Resolutions
A reflective piece on January as a testing month for peace and joy. The narrator recalls failed New Year’s resolutions and battles with inner doubt, aided by faith in Jesus who provides daily companionship. The devil tempts with cobwebs of vanity and fear, yet resolution this year centers on finding ongoing joy through spiritual assurance.
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Prayer in Texas football games sparks Supreme Court revisit
The Supreme Court agreed to hear a Texas school district appeal over student led prayers before a football game. The piece weighs competing views on school prayer and notes 1992 limits on prayers at public school graduation, while reflecting on football culture and civilizing influence.
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