Kansas Triples Fines Aims to Curb Speeding on Highways
Editorial notes speed is a key crash cause with 12,000 nationwide deaths in 2000 and praises Kansas July 1 law tripling fines for most highway infractions. It cites increased revenue, deterrence, and reports local drivers slowing, urging continued safety improvements and responsible driving.
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Osawatomine
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Kansas
Franklin County
Craig Davis
Ottawa
Dena Bennett
Readers vent on Harber mines and city preservation effort
A writer criticizes Gus Harber's contractors for poor service and delays while praising the Bonner Springs Preservation Society for saving the town's old school. They oppose a costly recreation center and a new grade school, arguing for renovation. Alice Joy Lewis seeks a Suzuki Strings use, but faces blocks by locals. Ottawa's old building is described as vital to its historical look.
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Gus Harber
Mr. Harber
Bonner Springs
Arice
John Coen
Alice Joy Lewis
Ottawa
Vista
Arac
Frank Hanson
Regents propose $110 million bond for university research
Regent leaders outline a bold plan to issue a $110 million bond to fund facilities at KU Med, Kansas State University, and Wichita State University to attract federal research grants. They seek $10 million yearly from the Legislature for bond repayment, noting current budgets limit spending while stressing the potential economic return from enhanced research capacity.
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State Board of Regents
Regents
Kansas State University
Manhattan
University of Kansas’ Medical Center
Kansas City
Wichita State University
Wichita
Inyeney
Cies
Regent
Med
K-State
Wichita State
Kansas
Renee Houte
Happan
Martin Hawver
Hawver
Capitol Report
Hawvernews.com
Tax Increment Financing as a costly public handout
David V. Chartrand argues Kansas TIFs are misnamed tax handouts that siphon public funds to private development. He debunks myths, notes lack of state oversight, and urges clear labeling of subsidies to reveal who benefits and why, calling for accountable public spending.
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Tolks
Kansas
Don Moler
League of Kansas Municipalities
Tom Thoreson
Home Depot
Legislative Division of Post
David V. Chartrand
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