Feud among Kansas senators spills into budget fight
The Kansas Senate feud centers on Huelskamp and Clark with Clark's 30-9 nomination loss sparking attacks. Dennis Jones, a new Kansas Republican Party head, says focus is on drought and crop prices. Huelskamp defends dissent and plans to continue pressuring for funding, arguing politicians must toe no line.
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CARE Continued from page on child care providers in Hastings
The health department lists licensed and registered providers including five daycare centers, three preschools, a latch-key program, 37 licensed and 26 registered providers. A July 2002 list shows 30 licensed and 18 registered providers. Murphy notes she will care for her son plus four children. Hastings urges reference checks and multiple visits, suggesting trial periods to fit the child.
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Care costs strain father awaiting trial for accident
Emert faces high child care and living expenses after a crash left his family burdened with about $50,000 in medical bills. He will travel to Great Bend in two weeks for the driver's criminal trial, worrying over time off work and childcare arrangements. He fears moving out of his friends' home without a child care subsidy.
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Estrada Nomination Heads to Senate Floor Amid Debate
Republicans sent the nomination of Miguel Estrada to the Senate floor for a vote Thursday amid recriminations that the Bush administration promoted Hispanic conservative judgeship candidate was smeared by Democratic opponents. Democrats argued for more time but did not seek to block in committee. senators expect a vigorous floor debate.
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Bush weighs dead line for Saddam in push toward war
President Bush nears setting a deadline for disarmament as he strengthens ties with allies. With UN talks next week, he meets Italian Premier Berlusconi in Washington and prepares for talks with British Prime Minister Tony Blair at Camp David. Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister heads to Washington for meetings.
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Explosion Devastates North Carolina Plastic Plant
Investigators seek eyewitness clues to the West Pharmaceutical Services factory blast in Kinston North Carolina that killed at least three people and injured 37. The explosion at 1 27 pm sent flames and debris high into the air as smoke lingered amid light rain and ongoing fires. About 130 people were at the site when it occurred. officials believe all were accounted for, but cautioned uncertainty remains.
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Jobless Westerners Hope Fades Amid Boeing Layoffs
One of thousands of unemployed Westerners, John Miller aged 58, lost his Boeing toolmaker job after 20 years earning 50000. He struggles to find work at Target, Home Depot, or as a courier as unemployment stays high nationwide. State rates show Alaska 7.4, Oregon 7.0, Washington 6.8, California 6.6, with Seattle hit hard by dot-com collapse and Boeing cutbacks totaling about 30000 positions.
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The Case of the Valentine's Day Robbery
A mystery column notes a February robbery case, detailing suspects and clues across local streets and businesses. Authorities pursue leads as witnesses describe a lone intruder and a stolen item, with no arrests reported at press time.
Valentine Dog Caper Ends With Chocolate Gift
In a quirky tale, Hank the narrator outwits two dogs Black and Jack who steal Miss Viola’s Valentine candy. A comical plan, stage three lights, and a faux arrest deter the thieves. Viola forgives Hank with three pieces of candy, ending a chaotic yet heartwarming Valentine day.
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