Glitter fades as God name usage in TV and film rises
A columnist notes rising use of the Lord's name in entertainment. A researcher found 158 such instances on ABC CBS and NBC in a week, with no other mentions of God. Comparisons show a 72 percent rise since 1980s studies, while Americans largely oppose profane references to God.
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Hollywood
Randal Wright
ABC
CBS
NBC
Lord
God
Showtime
Cinemax
HBO
It's Your Quarter and anonymous opinion in headlines
The writer defends anonymous criticism and public debate in journalism. He recalls Pulse publishing anonymous views, cites Kansas Press Association talk, and explains his move to test an anonymous opinion column called It's Your Quarter. He invokes John P. Harris to justify engaging community conversation through varied content.
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Pulse
Kansas Press Association
Iola
Ann Landers
Harris Group
John P. Harris
JPH
Miss Kansas Pamela McKelvy shown as role model for youth
The Wichita Eagle editorial lauds Pamela McKelvy the new Miss Kansas, noting her Topeka WIBW-TV role and aims to use her title to aid urban youth amid health and drug challenges. She rejects fluff image and could shine nationally, regardless of fall result. The Winfield Courier offers a contrasting take on abortion politics, praising Kansas Legislature compromise on abortion regulation and Gov. Finney's signature, while noting minority views remain and anti abortion zeal wanes.
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Wichita Eagle
Kansas
Pamela McKelvy
Kansas City
Wibw-Tv
Topeka
Winfield Courier
Wichita
Joan Finney
Associated Press
Public Opinion on Teachers Pay and Local Park Restroom Needs
A listener argues merit based pay for teachers and opposes tenure while urging a cost of living raise. She supports parental involvement but says teachers and school board overstep on raises. She requests a restroom at Kanza Park on 15th Street and notes a protest at Ransom Memorial Hospital over an OBGYN stance on abortions.
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Bush
Ransom Memorial Hospital
Kanza Park
15Th Street
It's Your Quarter dialogue notes city concerns Ottawa Kansas
Readers share views on benches downtown Ottawa street safety abandoned properties and the rail trail project. Residents urge enforcement of city laws raise questions about traffic stop signs post office security and potential funding. Call 242 4700 to add thoughts during municipal dialogue sessions.
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Downes
Dr. Corder
Ottawa
North Cedar
North Oak
North Main
North Cherry
Tor
Main Street
Co-op
Dodd
Haley
U's
Cedar Street
15Th and
Cedar
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Sey
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Santa Fe
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Dr. Hades
Overland Park
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