Congressional candidates tell of qualifications

by Murrel Bland The three Republican candidates running for Congress from the Kansas 3rd District all agree that the Democratic incumbent, Sharice Davids, has to be defeated. Each candidate attempted to convince the Republican faithful attending the state party’s convention in Olathe Friday, Jan. 31, of their abilities. Pete Mundo, a conservative talk show host, … Continue reading “Congressional candidates tell of qualifications”

Ground broken for Turner Diagonal project

by Murrel Bland Brent Miles used a baseball analogy to sum up the development that has been and will be done along the Turner Diagonal. The Amazon fulfillment warehouse was a homerun; the new interchange is a grand slam. Miles, the chief marketing officer for NorthPoint Development, spoke at groundbreaking ceremonies on a chilly Friday … Continue reading “Ground broken for Turner Diagonal project”

Roundtable discussion held on early childhood education

by William Crum A roundtable discussion on early childhood education was sponsored Wednesday by U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids, D-3rd Dist., in Kansas City, Kansas. The event took place at the Children’s Campus of Kansas City, 444 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. About 150 persons attended. One panelist said she has heard from her staff that … Continue reading “Roundtable discussion held on early childhood education”