Clinton weighs Patriot missiles to deter North Korea
In Washington, the Clinton administration signaled possible deployment of Patriot missiles to South Korea over North Korea’s refusal to allow nuclear inspections. President Clinton has not yet decided, but White House spokesperson Dee Dee Myers indicated favorable view of the request from a U.S. military commander amid rising tensions.
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Senate seeks stamp for Topeka native Charles Curtis
The Senate urged honoring Topeka born Charles Curtis with a postage stamp. Curtis, Karisa tribe member and Hoover era vice president, was Shawnee County attorney, U.S. Representative, and U.S. Senator, born 1860 in Topeka. OVERLAND PARK, Kan. Shawnee Mission School Board approves a $140 million bond for April 5 ballot. Funds cover four elementary schools, districtwide renovations, and air conditioning with about three extra mills, roughly $34.50 yearly on a $100,000 home.
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Blue Valley voters approve largest Kansas bond package
Blue Valley School District voters approved a 104.2 million bond package, the state’s largest. About 64 percent of ballots were counted, with 10,280 yes and 6,995 no. The package funds six new schools and renovations, plus 2.5 million for future tech equipment. An 8.3 million portion funds two high school swimming pools and 4 million for the technology program.
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Clinton pushes universal health care amid renewal call
Congress debates Clinton agenda as he urges a journey of renewal. Dole says the plan faces trouble and lacks Democratic votes. Clinton vows a veto to guarantee universal private health insurance. White House aides push for movement with health care reform, while Republicans warn of government control.
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School board votes for building tax hike
West Franklin school board approved two resolutions to exceed 3 percent of the budget for building leases and to fund a 1994 98 local option budget. Superintendent James Cain said the move aims to finance district school improvements while acknowledging some voter doubt about tax impact.
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Ottawa teacher in limbo over battery case
A sixth grade Ottawa teacher, Jack E. Shepard, 45, was arrested on suspicion of battery of a 12 year old boy after Halloween events in the 800 block of South Mulberry. Court paperwork is pending with City Attorney Forrest Lowry. a diversion plan reportedly includes counseling and a letter of apology, removing the incident from the teacher’s record upon completion. The case affects OMS student John Bishop, not Shepard’s student, with juvenile details typically shielded.
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Condoms Official for 1994 Commonwealth Games
Officials announced Ortho McNeil Co. condoms will be the official condom supplier for the 1994 Commonwealth Games in Victoria British Columbia.
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