State smoking ban left to local governments in Kansas
A Kansas legislative committee declined to push a statewide public smoking ban, hearing health officials and business owners. It noted 19 cities with bans cover substantial population and affirmed local option authority cited by the Kansas Supreme Court. Rep Arlen Siegfreid backed leaving bans to city halls rather than the state legislature.
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Fake Indian chief faces 15 years in prison and 750000 fine
Tom Beaver reports on Malcolm L. Webber aka Chief Thunderbird IV, a Wichita scammer selling fake Kaweah Indian Nation memberships and citizenship papers to Mexican and other nationals. Federal charges include defrauding the government, harboring illegal aliens, and possessing false IDs.
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Llamas Guard Livestock Prove Loyal Protectors
Llamas serve as effective guard animals for sheep cattle horses alpacas goats and even geese. A study by William Franklin at Iowa State University found about 80 percent of sheep ranchers reported high satisfaction and reduced losses. Selection favors llamas 18 months or older with curiosity leadership and health. provide proper care vaccines and regular veterinary advice.
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