Kids foremost in Ottawa Middle School structural review
Editorial lauds the student focus during a limited review of OMS safety. The board faces questions on second opinions and potential repairs, not immediate demolition, with future bond strategy tied to a middle school solution. Community support and cautious planning mark the proceeding, as officials promise steady work ahead.
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Finney & Turnipseed
Topeka
John D. Montgomery
Tax summit urged to act on property taxes in Kansas
Guest editors argue Kansas taxes already bite citizens and the property tax unfairly hits homeowners. They urge lawmakers to move beyond studies to a real tax summit with concrete action, noting re election pressures and the risk of inaction. The Hutchinson News
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Herald
Kansas
Hutchinson News
Gas crisis hysteria vs. 1956 gas reality
The author recalls paying 28 to 30 cents a gallon in 1956 and argues that current gas hysteria is inflamed by media. He notes self service, inflation adjustments, fuel efficiency gains, and international price comparisons, claiming reporters mislead the public about real costs and crises. He cites Clinton fuel reserves and tax talks as political posturing.
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United States
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Detroit
Clinton
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White House of Congress
Ottawa Middle School dispute echoes tax fears and praise
Readers weigh in on March assessments and a proposed new Ottawa Middle School, debating affordability, safety, and board actions while praising school staff and lamenting political maneuvering. A 288 patron also reports a family member jailed in Franklin County.
It's Your Quarter community letters on schools and taxes
Readers criticize probation leniency versus serious crimes and urge Ottawa USD 290 to rethink a proposed middle school. They call for limiting bond proposals, delaying two new schools, and forming an unbiased committee of experts from KU or KSU to evaluate the current building. They warn of high taxes, mismanagement, and political influence, inviting further commentary.
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Ottawa
Kansas State University
Rail-trail fees await evidence in Kansas
In eastern Kansas the Prairie Spirit Rail-Trail prompts debate over land seizures and public spending. Proponents cheered government action while critics oppose private property confiscation and vast tax money used for trail amenities. The debate centers on projected user fees and actual trail usage and costs.
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Kansas
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks
Wildlife and Parks
Salvation Army marks National Salvation Army Week in Kansas and Missouri
Divisional leaders Nancy and [name not provided] share reflections on guiding The Salvation Army efforts in Kansas and Western Missouri since November. They note serving 35,000 in rural Kansas via county volunteer units, aiding with rent utilities food clothing school supplies nursing home visits 20,000 plus, and delivering Christmas food baskets and toys. They thank supporters for a century of partnership and blessings.
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