Business 59 name unlikely INGER
Transportation Secretary Deb Miller said seven miles of old U.S. 59 will likely stay on the state system, not be designated Business 59 when the new highway opens. A working group will study future needs for Old 59 north of the city after construction, with signage and planning help offered.
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Ottawa patrons weigh options on district schools
A USD 290 citizen survey this fall gauges Ottawa residents views on Eugene Field and Eisenhower Elementary Schools and the district central office. Voters split on remodeling Eugene Field versus relocation while about twice as many favor remodeling Eisenhower over moving. Many remain unsure, says ETC Institute president Elaine Tatham.
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USD 290
Eugene Field
Eisenhower
Elaine Tatham
ETC Institute
Sebelius urges lower emissions in Kansas address
Gov Kathleen Sebelius called for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and a comprehensive climate plan in her annual address to a Republican led Kansas Legislature. She urged energy conservation and expanded biofuels and wind power, while offering no specific proposals to advance the agenda.
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Topeka
Kathleen Sebelius
Kansas
Sebelius
Kansas Gov Sebelius Energy Policy Call Sparks Debate
Governor Sebelius urged lawmakers to welcome informed energy policy discussion and commit to moving forward. Senate Majority Leader Derek Schmidt, an Independence Republican, expressed skepticism about national emission standards and warned states may suffer economically yet supported discussing the issue as a public debate.
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Sebelius
Kansans
Senate
Derek Schmidt
Schmidt
Layton Center Offers Broad Mental Health Services
The Elizabeth Layton Center for Hope and Guidance in Franklin and Miami counties provides extensive mental health services. Executive director Diane Drake notes many community members are unaware of the center’s offerings for children and adults, including early childhood consultation for Head Start and preschool programs.
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Elizabeth Layton
Hope and Guidance
Franklin
Miami
Diane Drake
Elizabeth Layton Center For Hope and Guidance
Said
Layton Center
Franklin and
Miami Counties
Franklin County
Ottawa
Pomona
USD 290
Drake
Weathering the Storm at Elizabeth Layton Center
The Elizabeth Layton Center for Hope and Guidance faces ongoing challenges amid a six part Herald series on services funding and the center’s future. Officials stress core programs remain essential while discussions focus on budget, layoffs, and community impact.
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