Internet Can Make You Smarter But It Cannot
A clipped opinion notes that the internet has potential to boost knowledge while warning it cannot replace critical thinking. The piece discusses balance between online information and careful evaluation, urging readers to verify sources and avoid rash conclusions.
Secrecy Debate Spurs National Archives Audit Findings
A National Archives audit found 64 percent of reclassified records properly sealed, while 36 percent should have stayed public. The review, urged by Archivist Allen Weinstein, shows 24 percent of removals were inappropriate and 12 percent questionable. New procedures aim to limit withdrawals while preserving security in wartime.
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TAP program showcases student community service and hands on learning
Ottawa students in TAP engage with World of Work extended activities at ORV and C-TEC, designing catapults and a flower herb garden while exploring life skills like cooking and floral design. They participate in community events, breast cancer awareness, Veterans Day history lessons, and charity drives, funded by a citywide yard sale at 636 S Main St to support field trips and projects.
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Longtime KU radio voice honored in Kansas Capitol
Lawmakers saluted Max Falkenstien, KU football and basketball announcer for 60 years, after his retirement following this year’s men’s basketball final. He recalled 1957 KU national championship game and received standing ovations in both chambers.
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