Obama and governor clash over gun control and budget
Reader Forum notes two Herald headlines on Thursday show Obama pushing new gun control orders and Governor Brownback pledging to continue his budget push. The item riffs on a parallel universe scenario with political figures Barack Obama and Sam Brownback.
Sea change in firearms debate era unfolds in history
Tina Dupuy argues that public opinion shifts show powerful groups can decline. She compares 1920s Klan dominance to today’s NRA influence, detailing gun rights fights, notable events, and calls for reform including universal background checks and ATF leadership.
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Cyclone Pride and School Sportsmanship at Ottawa High
Principal Dr. Ryan Cobbs lauds Ottawa High School fans and students for exemplary sportsmanship at the Baselior Linwood Basketball Tournament. He emphasizes in loco parentis duties, urges positive behavior at games, and invites supporters to remaining basketball contests as the program builds Cyclone pride.
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KDHE seeks 30 percent fee hike for radioactive and X ray facilities
Kansas state senator Caryn Tyson reports the first week of the session with KDHE proposing a sizable fee increase for radioactive material and X ray facilities. The committee opposed the plan, noting funds would create a reserve and that some facilities have never been inspected. A public hearing is set for Feb 18 in Topeka. Other topics include education funding, PAYGO rules, court selection reform, and a two year budget process to curb wasteful spending. Tyson is transitioning from representative to state senator for District 12.
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