Quote on journalists blending news and entertainment
Ted Koppel, veteran ABC News anchor, argues in 2004 that his concern lies more with newsmen acting as entertainers than entertainers posing as newspeople, reflecting media ethics tensions. He emphasizes clarity, accuracy, and trust over sensationalism in reporting.
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Nebraska Drive Deteriorates as County Prepares Road Work
Residents along Nebraska Drive in Franklin County face worsening access as erosion and next to a U.S. 59 project create safety hazards. Neighborhoods Nevada Terrace and nearby roads show similar issues, with CHIP committee notes and a plan to trench ditches to better drain runoff. Weather permitting, crews aim to widen and reshape the road to restore drainage, part of broader county gravel road maintenance constraints and yearly blade-district targets.
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Hide and Seek Reimagined for Rainy Days at Home
A father recounts how his children now play indoor hide and seek with new rules and tech aided hints. They use noises from walls, dogs and even a border collie mix named Dante to locate hiders. The narrator notes his own size limits and the evolving 21st century version of the game. Brian Williams is Connections adviser for The Ottawa Herald.
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Obama fundraising gains in Kansas shift poll tone
Barack Obama has raised 521,840 from Kansas through May 31, a modest share of his 287.4 million total, as Kansas polls show McCain with a lead in most early surveys and Roberts leading Slattery by large margins. State Democrats credit Obama momentum and Sebelius help, while Republicans cite solid McCain polling and recent ads.
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Republicans Record Perfect Attendance In Kansas House
In the Kansas House this year 45 Republicans achieved perfect attendance with 10 voting on all 389 recorded votes. Notable members include Elaine Bowers John Faber Mitch Holmes Bill Otto and Sherriene Jones-Sontag said four Republicans had excused absences yet voted when eligible. Deena Horst missed none of the 388 votes she was present for. Democrats had 26 with perfect attendance and 15 with perfect voting records. Reporters Sarah Kessinger and Chris Green of the Harris News Service.
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