Last of Barton County coaches sentenced for fraud in athletics
Federal case against Barton County Community College officials led to convictions of the athletic director and seven coaches for financial aid and academic fraud. Sentences ranged from four months in prison to a year and a day plus probation. restitution amounts totaled about $19,000. The article condemns the culture in BECC athletics and calls for ethical coaching.
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Garfield fundraiser proves all kids win with shared goal
Ottawa school district board member Marge Stevens reports on Garfield PTA efforts from Sept 5 to 20 that surpassed the $8,000 goal and reached near $13,000. Students enjoyed a breakfast and inflatable play, with everyone invited regardless of sales, while funds will support assemblies and classroom needs in the new gym.
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Steven Bishop
Nick Gray
Madison Alex
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Abbey Kelley
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Jeff Green
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Shift priorities to save farming and ranching
Charley Reese argues that farming and ranching are the foundation of civilization yet shrinking under corporate, political, and urban pressures. He laments the invisibility of farmers, the rise of agribusiness, and the misaligned incentives that favor short term profits over land care and sustainable food production.
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America
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