Editorial warns over rules and a WV water crisis
The piece argues rules limit personal choice but protect neighbors, citing the Freedom Industries chemical spill that contaminated Charleston area water for 300000 people. It compares Kansas safeguards in Franklin County with West Virginia, Kansas plants, and local response measures in Ottawa, noting bankruptcy and pending investigation while highlighting the need for preventative valves and rapid reporting.
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Ottawa
Marais Des Cygnes
Franklin County
Alan Radcliffe
Radcliffe
BNSF
Idaho
Georgia Roads
Pomona
Wellsville
Rock Creek
Kansas City
Wichita
Kansas Capitol Renovation Recap From Legislative Week
The author, recounting the first week of Kansas' 2014 legislative session, notes ongoing activity, receptions and speeches. He praises the Capitol's renovation, now costing from 90 million to 330 million, calling the building functional historic and beautiful and inviting readers to visit.
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Kansas Capitol
State of the State Highlights Kansas Water and Education Plans
Kansas Governor Sam Brownback calls for protecting the Ogallala Aquifer and extending its life while backing a state board plan to grow kindergarten enrollment and fund all-day kindergarten as the economy improves. He cites the Gannon case and asserts the people fund schools, praising open appropriations. Page requests and contact details for Kevin Jones are included.
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Ogallala
State Board of Education
Kansas 2014 agenda hinges on court and polls
Gov Sam Brownback laid out a conservative policy agenda in the State of the State but faces limits from a powerful Kansas Supreme Court and a cautious Legislature. Tax cuts reduced revenue, complicating funding for education and programs, while political dynamics and a strong House minority could shape the session. Burdett Loomis notes potential clashes with the court and shifting support as the 2014 election nears.
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