Kansas county ethics reform sets self imposed standards
County ethics reform spreads from state to county level with the 333 member Kansas County Commissioner Association adopting a code of ethical conduct. The measure aims to preserve taxpayer confidence amid tax and spending decisions, no bid concerns, and potential conflicts of interest while signaling a move to raise ethical expectations across local government. The ministers of the reform acknowledge it won’t guarantee perfect conduct but hope it filters out old boy networks and favors. The effort is seen as overdue and a sign of progress for Kansas counties.
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Ottawa High faces music department cut amid enrollment decline
Taxpayer Linda Brown details frustration with USD 290 plan to merge instrumental and choral programs under one teacher at Ottawa High School citing impact on band choir and drama. She notes low enrollments in Varsity Men and Jazz Band, lack of auditions, and resignations of key staff while petitions and parent concerns go unheeded.
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New Generation Turns to Ethics in KU Media Course
A KU journalism class reveals a shift in student values as 25 seniors and grads study Aristotle Kant and Bentham. The writer notes a Gen Digital era, strong parental ties, activism, and high salaries from tech firms, contrasting 1970s youth rebellion with today’s pursuit of morality, community, and tolerance.
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Boy Crazy trading cards spark debate on youth imagery
A columnist critiques Boy Crazy trading cards featuring real boys ages 12 to 22, with headshots and personal details. The piece notes concerns over objectification, while describing the cards as a playful yet controversial social trend that mirrors broader pressures on preteen and teen girls.
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