Kansas House to tackle open meetings bill repair
In Topeka the House planned action today on a bill to fix a hole in the Kansas Open Meetings Act. The Supreme Court ruled teleconference meetings were not covered, and the measure would clarify that conference calls by public body members fall under the act. Meanwhile crime dominates issues as a death penalty bill stalls in committee.
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Wolf Creek plant restarts after fix of loose cable
Officials at Burlington Wolf Creek Generating Station said a loose cable on a control rod mechanism caused Thursday’s shutdown. Technicians corrected the fault, the plant resumed electricity at 3:34 p.m. Saturday and reached full power by 5:40 a.m. Sunday.
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Abortion divides GOP in Kansas party split
In TOPEKA and NATOMA, AP reports the Kansas GOP State Committee rejected a resolution opposing the Freedom of Choice Act amid ongoing party divisions over abortion. Supporters argue the act limits state roles and drives abortion on demand, tying it to Clinton health plan and national funding. Natoma recalls July rain floods that swamped Paradise Creek area, prompting rescues and later recovery as residents rebuilt and returned to higher ground.
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KSU scientists to ship experiments on Space Shuttle Discovery
Kansas State University biologist Richard Gerren says eight experiments from BioServe Technologies will fly aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery for an eight day mission. The payloads study gravity effects on life processes and are NASA funded through the Center for the Commercial Development of Space.
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Truman Defends Health Plan Amid Field of Critics
Associated Press notes former President Truman dismissed opponents of national health insurance as loud critics who often do not need aid. He argued many Americans could not afford proper medical care and recalled his 1948 push at Gilmore Stadium in Los Angeles. Clinton later invoked similar aims in a State of the Union address.
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Ottawa VFW wheels in funds for hospital gear drive
Ottawa Veterans of Foreign Wars held a wheelchair pool tournament and chili cookoff raising 152.50 to buy and replace hospital equipment such as crutches walkers and wheelchairs. Peggy Nichols described a strong turnout and hopes for a growing annual event as players adapted to seated play and spectators offered encouragement.
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Alleged ringleader tied to bear gallbladder trade case
Authorities cited an alleged ringleader William Taek Lee and associates in a bear gallbladder network operating through shops and customers in California. They claimed 1,500 per expedition for bear parts, with hunters reportedly killing about 30 bears. California bans bear hunts and sale of gallbladders.
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Ottawa burn victim in critical condition
Dale F. Marzlof, 89, of 2542 Montana Road, was listed in critical condition at the University of Kansas Medical Center after his clothing caught fire Saturday afternoon at his home. He was treated first at Ransom Memorial Hospital, then airlifted to the medical center. investigators cited a wood stove in the kitchen as the likely ignition source with remains of his overalls found near the barn.
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Teens turn to smoking and drugs again, study says
A University of Michigan survey of 51,000 middle and high school students across 400 schools finds rising use of marijuana and daily cigarette smoking among eighth, tenth, and twelfth graders. Eight percent of eighth graders smoke daily, rising to 19 percent for seniors. marijuana use increases from year to year. Health officials call for stronger anti drug messaging and expanded programs.
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Ashington
University of Michigan
Lloyd Johnston
Republicans Schmooze for K Day in Topeka
In Topeka at the Downtown Ramada Inn Republicans mingle during Kansas Day weekend as candidates for statewide offices face assessment. Party leaders urge unity, attack Democrats, and push for a Republican governor after the primary bell. Pat Roberts emphasizes postprimary effort for victory.
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