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On Wichita school board, are only supporters’ opinions welcome?
Read more: On Wichita school board, are only supporters’ opinions welcome?At this week’s meeting of the Wichita school district board, member Lynn Rogers criticized the Wichita Eagle for printing a story that include criticism by an opponent from the 2008 bond issue campaign without disclosing his involvement in that campaign.
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WaterWalk deal not good for city, public policy
Read more: WaterWalk deal not good for city, public policyThere are several aspects of the proposed hotel in the WaterWalk development that I find troubling. Perhaps most important to public policy, the city has now recognized that when it provides subsidy to one business, it may harm other businesses. As you may recall, I’ve spoken to the council several times on this topic over…
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Kansas governor proposes taxes, smoking ban, green energy projects
Read more: Kansas governor proposes taxes, smoking ban, green energy projectsKansas Governor Mark Parkinson’s State of the State address Monday proposed two new taxes, a ecomprehensive statewide smoking ban, and a cabinet team to promote green energy projects. He didn’t propose closing tax exemptions, and he made no mention of a way that could help Kansas make it through a fiscal shortfall.
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Lawsuits and tax increases not necessary to fund Kansas schools
Read more: Lawsuits and tax increases not necessary to fund Kansas schoolsA recent commentary by Kansas State Board of Education member David Dennis said educators “…just ask that they (legislators) make their decisions based on accurate information, with the future of our students in mind. “We completely agree, and just ask that educators do the same. Unfortunately, some have been making their case for tax increases…
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Kansas news digest
Read more: Kansas news digestNews from alternative media around Kansas for January 11, 2010.
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Waterwalk hotel deal breaks new ground for Wichita subsidies
Read more: Waterwalk hotel deal breaks new ground for Wichita subsidiesOn Tuesday, the Wichita City Council will consider an agreement with a hotel developer that, besides awarding the usual subsidies to politically-favored developers, breaks new ground in the use of subsidy. Additionally, the deal contradicts recent promises made by a top city official.
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‘Liberty and the Constitution’ lecture announced
Read more: ‘Liberty and the Constitution’ lecture announcedOn Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at 7:00 pm in the beautifully restored Granada Theater in Emporia, the Emporia State University Lectures on Liberty begins its second year with a lecture on “Liberty and the Constitution” by Matthew Spalding of the Heritage Foundation. Dr. Spalding is the Director of the B. Kenneth Simon Center for American…
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Kansas legislative scorecards, rankings
Read more: Kansas legislative scorecards, rankingsAs the 2010 Kansas Legislature prepares to convene, Kansans need to know the true voting record of members of the legislature. Legislative scorecards or ratings can be a valuable resource for leaning about the actions and record of legislators.
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Kansas Days schedule announced
Read more: Kansas Days schedule announcedFriday and Saturday, January 29 and 30 at the Capitol Plaza Hotel in Topeka. Saturday is the most important day, with candidates for offices holding receptions starting at 9:30 am, the four congressional district meetings at 11:00 am, and the Kansas Republican Party State Committee Meeting from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. There is a…
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Wichita makes case for tax credits
Read more: Wichita makes case for tax creditsAt yesterday’s meeting of the South-central Kansas legislative delegation with government officials, the City of Wichita spent most of its time presenting the case that cuts made to a program of tax credits for historic buildings should be restored.
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Intrust Bank Arena’s missing name
Read more: Intrust Bank Arena’s missing nameOn the commemorative plaque outside the Intrust Bank Arena, in downtown Wichita, there’s a missing name.
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Wichita school chief makes plea to Wichita-area legislators
Read more: Wichita school chief makes plea to Wichita-area legislatorsThis afternoon, Wichita school superintendent John Allison appeared before the South-central Kansas legislative delegation, explaining Kansas school finance as it applies to the Wichita school district, and offering justification for deciding to join the lawsuit demanding the state spend more on schools. Referring to base state aid per pupil, which has been cut several times…