Kansas energy bill pits coal interests against climate limits
Critics call the measure pro coal and lax on emissions while it would impose Kansas first CO2 standards on future plants and allow two new coal fired plants in southwest Kansas. Environmentalists warn the bill could raise statewide greenhouse gas levels and accelerate global warming, labeling Kansas the ashtray of the Midwest.
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County to push more recycling this year
Franklin County commissioners heard that the six county Lake Region group will shift focus from reducing waste to boosting recycling and reuse. Lake Region solid waste coordinator Chris Anton urged residents and students to buy fewer disposable items and promised to travel to promote higher recycling rates nationwide.
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Planning for Growth Ottawa Trails medical complex eyed
Ottawa Planning Commission schedules a public hearing at City Hall on February 13 at 7 p.m. for the Ottawa Trails medical office complex planned for 911 W 28th St. City reviewers expect strong support with few objections as construction may start this spring after a planned unit development approval.
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Ottawa district hires new HR official for district
Brian Kraus, principal at Santa Fe Trail High School in Carbondale, has been hired by Ottawa USD 290 as assistant superintendent of human resources. The new post, starting July 1, aims to boost teacher recruitment and manage both classified and non-classified staff amid a district of over 400 employees.
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Romney Shifts Outlays as McCain Gains Momentum
McCain extends campaign lead after Florida primary victory and garners endorsements from Rudy Giuliani and Arnold Schwarzenegger. Romney signals restraint on costly nationwide campaigning as primaries and caucuses approach.
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Romney shifts focus after Florida loss toward caucus states
Romney officials say after Tuesday's Florida primary defeat his campaign will not buy TV ads in the 21 states voting February 5. Instead, he will campaign in California and other primary states with organizational work focused on caucus states as part of broader campaign plans.
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