Kansas Lacey faces local backlash over state control of Corps recreation areas
The newly confirmed Kansas Wildlife and Parks director Jack Lacey plans to take over operation of Army Corps of Engineers recreation areas at state lakes. Kansas residents at a Lyndon town hall protested, arguing the move would burden the state with higher costs and that the Corps does a better job managing the sites.
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Breast cancer stats spark debate over fear and early detection
The New York Times cites criticism that statistics on one in nine women developing breast cancer frighten the public. The American Cancer Society defends the figure, urging women to act with early detection through regular mammograms. Death rates remain steady as detection improves outcomes. The piece emphasizes age related risk rises after 50 and rejects panic or unnecessary treatment. The Washington Post
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Indians and Christians share a path to Earth care
A San Carlos Apache speaker at Kansas Wesleyan University argues that Native American spirituality sees humans as part of the Earth and calls modern Christianity to honor creation. He cautions against Earth harming views and urges a spirituality that respects wildlife, sustains resources, and blends personal conscience with a workable faith.
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Swapping Salt For Sexist Swedes A Pizza Tale
A man recounts his crumbling marriage over a pizza quarrel with his wife who tears toppings from slices. He learns to split orders into two mediums to avoid conflict, saving the union. The tale ends with relief and a punch line about anchovies.
Abortion Debate Sparks Letter From Williamsburg Couple
Fred and Anne Funk of Williamsburg respond to Walker Hendrix's March 21 1992 column From the Capitol. They condemn abortion as murder, quote scripture to oppose it, and urge voting for laws aligned with their religious beliefs. They identify as Republicans and fear moral consequences.
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