Tropical storm effect and statewide immigration action in Florida
A tropical storm prompts Florida authorities to declare emergencies while the governor coordinates statewide action on immigration. Officials urge preparedness as agencies mobilize resources and brief the public on safety measures.
Eye on weather tonight clear with warm lows
Weather brief notes a clear night with temperatures in the lower 70s. Winds from the south 15 to 20 mph and gusts up to 30 mph. A civic note salutes Cathy Raphe and mentions a 75 cent item from Hays.
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Hays police limit fireworks to city limits this 4th
Hays residents may buy fireworks today through July 5 and discharge only within city limits for three days from Monday to July 4, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Regulations tighten from last year due to dry weather. Unincorporated county areas remain off limits per Sheriff Ed Harbin and Rural Fire Chief Dick Klaus, with rain as the only factor that could alter rules.
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Mike Corn McOm
Dailynews.net
Hays
Don Scheibler
Ellis County
Ed Harbin
Dick Klaus
Klaus
City of Hays Announces Fireworks Rules and Sale Window
The City of Hays bans discharging fireworks except 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on July 2 3 and 4 and allows sales from today through July 5. Rules restrict use near hospitals nursing homes stands gas stations and vehicles bans skyrockets and require outdoor use only. People under 12 cannot use them and a hose bucket or extinguisher should be nearby with 911 available for injuries or fires.
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City of
Hays
Officials urge heat safety precautions in Hays area
With a week of 100 plus degree days forecast for Hays and nearby areas, health professionals and local agencies offer tips to reduce heat injuries. Stay indoors during peak sun, seek shade, wear light clothing, stay hydrated, avoid alcohol, and monitor children and the elderly for dehydration signs as fans provide limited cooling.
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Dawne Leiker Dleiker
Dailynews
Hays
Tional Weather Service
Ellis County Health Department
Butch Schlyer
Kobach cites Supreme Court ruling as green light for immigration crack down
Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach says the ruling on Arizona’s immigration law gives Kansas a green light to push tough measures. He backs a state E-Verify mandate and an arrest provision, while opponents warn the decision leaves room for later challenges and urge caution against copycat laws.
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John Hanna
Associated Press
Topeka
Kansas
Kris Kobach
Supreme Court
Kobach
High Court
Arizona
Gary Brunk
American Civil Liberties Union of
Missouri
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