Pentagon renovation plan sparks long term savings debate
Jim Hitch argues the Defense Department plans a 1 billion renovation of the Pentagon to add 500000 square feet and shift to ownership to save about 10 million annually in rents. Critics say even at 10 million yearly saving it takes a century to pay back, with future overhaul costs likely.
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Department of Defense
Defense
Pentagon
Defense Department
Washington D.C
Jim Hitch
Guest Opinion Editorials Offer Reader Varied Views
A guest opinion column introduces a range of viewpoints presented to readers, noting that guest editorials do not necessarily reflect The Herald's official stance.
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Herald
Lacey confirmation sparks critique of Kansas Parks head
Looney Lacey faces confirmation for Kansas Wildlife and Parks secretary amid debate over his qualifications. Critics say he lacks required education and expertise in natural resources, as lawmakers consider delaying the qualifications law to justify a 1989 appointment.
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Jack Lacey
Tas
Kansas Department
Wildlife and Parks
Lacey
Joan Finney
Letters to the Editor Policy Encourages Signatures
Readers are urged to submit signed letters with the writer's address. Unsigned letters will not be published. A telephone number should be enclosed to expedite verification.
The Hitching Post A Rural Health Note And A Big One
A columnist recalls a scam call about a 66 and under program, mocks fortune telling, and laments rural health care access. He recounts a Grand Lake fishing trip with Harold Smith where a giant fish on a pontoon boat nearly escapes, ending with the line breaking as the big one gets away.
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Grand Lake
Oklahoma
Harold Smith
Smitty
I Am Praying For Change In My Community
A letter from Dee Vollmar reflects frustration with police conduct in 1991 Ottawa acknowledging harassment of her son during an OMS disturbance arrest. She recounts searching without a warrant, seizing a vintage bottle and an endangered owl, and urges forgiveness and personal reform while highlighting her son Danny's church involvement and efforts to improve.
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Danny
Ouawa
Ottawa Middle School
OMS
Dan
Branson
Hendrix Keeps His Promises on Abortion Vote
Walker Hendrix kept his campaign pledge by voting for House Bill 2778. At a 1990 Ottawa Middle School forum he opposed abortion personally but would not let government decide this complex issue. Supporters urged a 19-cent postcard to Topeka thanking him and urging others to respond.
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United States
Jesus Christ
Dee Yvollmar
N. Mulberry
Walker Hendrix
Ottawa Middle School
Governent
State Capitol
Topeka
Kan
Contact details for Kansas and national officials list
A compiled roster of government contacts including President George Bush, Gov. Joan Finney, Senators Bob Dole and Nancy Kassebaum, Rep. Dick Nichols, and several Kansas state officials with office addresses and phone numbers for citizen inquiries and requests.
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George Bush
White House
Pennsylvania Ave
Washington, D.C
Joan Finney
State Capitol
Topeka
Bob Dole
Hart
Senate
Nancy Kassebaum
Russell
Washington
D. C
Dick Nichols
Langworth
D.C
George Teagarden
S Statehouse
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Richi
Ric
Franklin County
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Ottawa Herald
Morrie
Congressivan
Hendrix
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