Final Election Week Headlines for Kansas Gubernatorial Race
Kansas campaign season enters its most dangerous week with ads in full swing and weather a factor for Sebelius and Shallenburger. Candidates push to unite moderates and shore up bases while weather and late charges loom over the closing days.
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Tim Shallenburger
Sebelius
Shallenburger
Sandy Praeger
R-Lawrence
Insurance Commissioner
Lynn Jenkins
Ropeka
GOP
Secretary of State race highlights Thornburgh bid
Editorial backs Republican incumbent Ron Thornburgh for a third term in Kansas secretary of state. He is praised for voting access, efficient government, and modernization efforts while Haley and St. George challenge. Thornburgh's long tenure and advocacy for electronic voting are noted as strengths.
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David Haley
Kansas City
Reform Party
Charles St. George
Ron Thornburgh
Haley
Kansas House
Kansas Senate
Thornburgh
Burlingame
Secretary of State Department
Washburn University
National Association of Secretary of States
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Secretary of State
Question of the Week on Skunk Run Days Attendance
Readers are asked if they regularly attend Skunk Run Days and what would improve attendance. Vote online at ottawa herald dot com or drop comments at The Ottawa Herald 104 S Cedar by Friday. Results appear in the Weekender edition.
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U.S
Pat Roberts
Sebelius
Shallenburger
Ottawaherald.com
Ottawa Herald
Cedar
Lifelong Communities Initiative targets aging Kansas towns
Lawrence Journal World reports rural Kansas faces rising average ages and a growing need to improve services for seniors. The Kansas Department of Aging pilots eight cities to assess elder access to transportation health care curb cuts and larger signs. The project aims to plan improvements to keep smaller remote communities viable and serve all ages.
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Lawrence Journal-World
Kansas
Kansas Department of Aging
Kansas Cities
Cutler Township Fire Department corrected in retirement note
Retiring Cutler Township Fire Department chief corrects the record from the Oct 12 13 Ottawa Herald. He notes the department name and credits the build of the 4x4 grass first attack truck to the entire department at Alan LeRoy’s residence or garage. He praises volunteers and stresses the demanding training and time given by firefighters.
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Ottawa Herald
Cutler Township Fire Department
Herald
Cutler-Rantoul Fire Department
Alan LeRoy
Blood Donation Drive Seeks Donors At County Annex
The American Red Cross invites donors to the Franklin County Annex at 1418 S. Main St. on Nov. 6 from noon to 6 p.m. Appointments are optional. call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE. Food and fellowship will be provided as organizers aim for another strong turnout after an Aug. 27 drive. Joe Rich coordinates.
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American Red Cross Bloodmobile
Franklin County
S. Main St
Joe Rich
American Red Cross
Open Government and Local Elections Support for Mr Hay
A letter from Max Attebery of Ottawa opposes the county party machine and endorses Mr Hay for the Fourth District commission seat. He criticizes endorsements from vested interests and argues Hay would bring openness and taxpayer advocacy, despite not agreeing with all his views.
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Woolman
Hay
Mr. Hay
Max Attebery
Ottawa
Voter opinion on write-in choice and Woolman
The writer states they will not vote for a write-in candidate and oppose Dennis Woolman for county commission noting dissatisfaction with his appointment over another man. The remark reflects personal political stance and local election context.
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