Legislative update from Rep. Pam Curtis, D-32nd Dist.

by Rep. Pam Curtis It was a pleasure to visit with students from Schlagle High School who were at the Capitol for “Kick Butts Day” to talk with lawmakers about smart tobacco policies and to advocate for tobacco prevention. They were very well informed and talked about education and access being key to prevention. I … Continue reading “Legislative update from Rep. Pam Curtis, D-32nd Dist.”

Community calendar

In the event of inclement weather, contact the sponsoring organization to see if the event is still being held. Growth group offered for women Affirmations and Living Free Growth Group for Women will meet from noon to 1:30 p.m. Monday, March 11, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The group … Continue reading “Community calendar”

Judge rules Kansas owes pizza magnate a $50 million tax refund

by Madeline Fox, Kansas News Service Gene Bicknell’s name is all over the campus of Pittsburg State University, his alma mater. It’s on a sports complex. The arts center is simply known as the “Bicknell,” after the homegrown entrepreneur. But while he’s beloved as a civic booster in Pittsburg, the former businessman is far less … Continue reading “Judge rules Kansas owes pizza magnate a $50 million tax refund”