Kansas lawmaker pay among the lowest in the nation
Kansas legislators earn 17000 for a 90 day session plus 99 a day for expenses, with total compensation around 17000. Critics say low pay discourages young professionals and reduces the candidate pool while leaders warn against overpay. Some propose mileage and staff increases as alternatives.
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Topeka
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Sharp
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Kansas City Star
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O'Malley
Roeland Park
Joe Aistrup
Kansas State University
Aistrup
Coffeyville Resources refinery eyed to reopen mid September
Coffeyville Resources expects its damaged Coffeyville refinery to reopen in mid September after extensive repairs to pumps motors and control equipment. About 1 000 contract workers have been hired to aid repairs as officials coordinate with federal and state environmental agencies for cleanup. The nitrogen fertilizer facility on the same site will begin shipping products this afternoon. The refinery’s closure has helped push up Midwest fuel costs and the plant previously produced 108 000 barrels per day.
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Associated Press
Coffeyville
Coffeyville Resources
Keith Osborn
Verdigris
Steve Eames
Eames
Midwest
Tom Kloza
Hippo incident at Kansas City Zoo leads to charges
Two 14-year-old boys from St. Louis allegedly climbed into the hippo exhibit at the Kansas City Zoo and threw rocks at two ton mammals. A 14-year-old witness saw the event as hippos charged. The teens fled but were caught by security. no injuries occurred. Zoo plans to press charges. none paid admission.
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Kansas City, Mo
Kansas City Zoo
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Zoo
St. Louis
Wisthoff
Fire at Wichita area plant triggers chemical cleanup
Valley Center authorities battle toxic vapors after an explosion and fire at a Barton Solvents plant. Residents evacuated and later allowed to return while investigators cite static electricity as the ignition source. About 30 homes remain off limits and a shelter stays open through the night.
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Barton Solvents
Valley Center
I.D. Creech
Three Die in Domestic Shooting at Wichita Apartment
At Woodgates Apartments in Wichita three people died after a domestic disturbance. Joshua Glover, 21, of Peck fired on Danielle Weixelbaum, 18, killing her, and wounded Montrell Pickens, 22. A neighboring resident, William Summers, 41, was killed when bullets pierced his wall. two officers were wounded and hospitalized.
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Wichita
Joshua Glover
Peck
Robert Lee
Glover
Danielle Weixelbaum
Montrell Pickens
William Summers
Woodgates
Wesley Medical Center
Ottawa Faces Tax Changes Amid Budget Debates
Commissioner Sue Farrell regrets a 9 mill drop in the county levy while Ottawa plans a small budget increase and a half-cent sales tax rise. Mayor Blake Jorgensen notes promised property tax relief has occurred, but sales tax receipts lag nationally. Grants to the school district include a 21st Century program and technology funding, with city manager finalists narrowed to five ahead of Aug. 15 joint meeting.
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Sue Farrell
Dean Katt
Ottawa
Blake Jorgensen
Katt
Eugene Field
Jorgensen
Heat safety tips for fairgoers and vulnerable groups
Health officials warn dehydration risk rises in heat, especially for Young children and older adults. Advice includes light clothing, avoiding alcohol and caffeine, never leaving anyone or pets in cars, sunblock, fans if no AC, cross-ventilation, and light balanced meals to stay cool and hydrated.
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Bradshaw
Conus
County budget raises pay and plans emergency steps
County officials approved a late budget change granting a $40 pay raise to jurors amid surprise over prior approval. The commission also endorsed the Local Emergency Operations Plan and a Walton Creek Acres plat near Wellsville. An emergency AC system purchase for district court was authorized at about $7,200 after a failure.
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Walnut Creek Acres
Vermont Road
Woodson
Thomas Roads
Wellsville
Doug Harris
District Court
Harris
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