Unemployment funds strain Kansas amid wider state shortages
The Kansas City Star reports higher unemployment claims deepen already stressed budgets as 23 states face potential insolvency. Kansas funds stand at 493 million versus a 580 million target, with federal loans possible if shortfalls grow. Kansas jobs and business taxes may rise as benefits continue and stimulus plans loom.
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Education Week Tribute To District 290 Staff
Ottawa area article salutes USD 290 educators during American Education Week. It notes Kansas ranks well nationally but highlights ongoing funding gaps, teacher shortages, and crumbling facilities. Teri Howard, Ottawa Education Association president, urges community support and thanks for staff dedication.
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Inspiration through diversity and respect in schools
A reader urges OHS to teach respect for differences by presenting speakers who highlight God given diversity. Cites role models like Helen Keller and Special Olympic athletes as inspirational figures and urges avoiding presenters with extreme body modifications. Danielle Brown.
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Reader Forum submissions sought for Ottawa Herald letters
Readers are invited to send hand signed submissions with address and telephone number. Letters must be mailed to Reader Forum The Ottawa Herald 104 S Cedar Ottawa KS 66067 or sent by email to letters ottawaherald com. Submissions should not exceed 400 words and may be edited for space.
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Boulder as a laughing stock over free speech and security
reader letter criticizes Boulder Colorado tensions over government power and civil liberties. Claims Homeland Security seeks Sixth Amendment erosion, flags, censorship, and bans on literature. warns of patriotism excess, censorship at libraries, and erosion of due process amid post 9 11 security.
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Harry Potter aids child minds, Rand Institute argues
The Ayn Rand Institute argues that Harry Potter offers essential education for children beyond entertainment. Through heroism, self reliance, and positive views of life, the stories shape mental development as vital as physical growth, contrasting with darker, malevolent tales that numb motivation.
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