Governor orders flags at half staff for fallen Kansas soldier
Gov. Sam Brownback ordered flags lowered today from sun up to sun down to honor Sgt. 1st Class Forrest W. Robertson killed in Afghanistan. Robertson, 35, died November 3 after his dismounted patrol faced rocket propelled grenade and small arms fire in Logar Province. He served with Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 6th Squadron, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Stewart, deployed for Operation Enduring Freedom. He is survived by his wife, Marie Lynn Pfrang, and their three daughters.
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Jenkins Knocks Obamacare Numbers In Kansas Signups
U S Rep Lynn Jenkins cites Obamacare portal results showing 371 Kansans signed up in October and 106185 Americans nationwide. She says enrollment miss is abysmal with cancellations looming in Kansas while Sebelius insists the marketplace works. Clinton urges keeping the law with possible changes.
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Kansas records lowest child deaths in 2011 says AG report
The Kansas AG’s Office reports 391 child fatalities in 2011, the fewest since 1992. Infant mortality fell to 5.9 per 1000 live births. Natural deaths dominated, with 63 percent in infants under 30 days. prematurity and congenital issues driven. Unintentional injuries and motor vehicle deaths were at their state lows.
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Daily Report Highlights Local Arrests and Incidents
The Wil liam Karn, 49, Ottawa, and Charles Meredith, 32, Ottawa, faced warrants in separate Monday arrests on South Main Street and Lincoln Street. Other incidents include a Pomona woman reporting a protection order violation, a home burglary with $7,500 in items stolen, and a $700 Toshiba laptop theft. Accidents involve multiple drivers in Lyndon, Wellsville, and Ottawa, with injuries and property damage noted.
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Wellsville and Ottawa Fire Reports Feature Smoke Detectors and Small Fires
Wellsville Police logs show public assists and a theft report across Main and Poplar Streets with civil matter and motorist assist notes. Ottawa Fire Department reports include smoke detector activations, a controlled burn, a small storage shed fire not damaging the structure, a passenger vehicle fire, and a total of 13 medical calls over the period amid ten medical responses by Franklin County fire departments.
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West Franklin hires state group to aid with superintendent search
The West Franklin school board contracted the Kansas Association of School Boards to assist in selecting a new superintendent to replace Bradbury, who resigns in June 2004. The firm will craft the posting, manage applications, and present 3 to 4 top candidates after focus groups with community stakeholders. A January announcement is hoped.
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Zach the senior cat seeks a single-cat home
Zach is a senior cat who has waited almost a year for a forever family. He would prefer a quiet home where he is the only cat. A loving adopter who can provide patience and stability will be ideal for him.
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