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Posted on October 17 at 10:01 p.m.
Talk about overkill and all blown out of proportion. Geez. What did the KC crew cost? I agree with the kitty litter.
Posted on October 15 at 6:29 p.m.
I was a little surprised to see anyone from the Gazette even question The One. Was a breath of fresh air.
The award does nothing but cheapen its value for all the good people who have worked a lifetime to earn it. Obama did nothing to earn it and certainly does not deserve it. Wonder what charity he gave the money to....Acorn?
Posted on October 8 at 10:25 p.m.
Don't you suppose they knew they didn't have the votes on the commission to pass it? This is a face saving move. For an organization that is becoming more obsolete every day they sure have a lot of wants. Leave the 4H and the gardening parts and let the rest go. The internet can provide much of the agricultural information as can seed, equipment, fertilizer and chemical suppliers. There is no way one local agent can keep up with all the technology in today's agriculture.
Posted on September 24 at 7:35 p.m.
I've heard nothing about the potential benefits to the taxpayer, just for the extension office to have more money. They are real vague about what their mill levy might be compared with what they are now getting from the taxpayers. If I'm not mistaken K-State funds part of the extension offices and local people fund the rest. Is the K-State part still going to be in effect or is this just a way to shift expenses to the local taxpayer?
If the extension becomes a taxing entity what is to stop every other organization from wanting to be one too?
Didn't we just spend 3/4 of a million dollars on a home for the extension office? I can't say I have ever received any benefits from the extension office. Seems more like a lawn and garden deal to me. Most any information they have can be found on the internet for free. Don't believe I'd favor the change.
Posted on August 14 at 10:38 a.m.
It seems to me that JOBS is the key to seeing an improvement in Emporia. Decent jobs in Emporia seem to be fewer and fewer. This is the responsibility of local governments and the RDA amongst others. The RDA hasn't had a new idea in years and has accomplished little in the past decade. It needs new blood with some ambition and new and positive ideas. Doing the same thing over and over will yield the same poor results. The same thoughts could pretty much be attributed to the Gazette and the Chamber. Emporia needs some new ideas, some excitement, some enthusiasm and not more of the same old "good ol' boy" club. Ask the people who left why they left town and what other places had to offer. Listen to them and act accordingly.
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Posted on July 31 at 8:07 a.m.
It just amazes me that they just keep on and on with the fireworks and the municipal band. Those two costs total $15,000 compared with over $2 million deficit. The fireworks and band contribute considerably to the quality of life in Emporia. Every year it is the same old thing. If they are going to balance the budget they sure aren't going to do it with those tiny items. Many, many towns have enough pride to want nice fireworks displays and don't whine about paying for it year after year. Guess Emporia just doesn't remember, or care, what Independence Day represents. Sad.
Posted on July 9 at 10:22 p.m.
Obviously if THIS administration had been aware of the danger they would have done something BEFORE the attack. Doesn't take much intelligence to set up a committee after the fact.
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Posted on July 9 at 10:10 p.m.
Spectator, I couldn't agree more. The local rag has the worst on line setup I've ever seen. It's as if they are soooo afraid somebody will get something for nothing. Guess they can't sell enough advertising to make it work. What a poor excuse for a newspaper. Fortunately we have KVOE or we'd have no news in Emporia. Too bad the Gazette doesn't have some competition. They'd die on the vine.
Posted on July 6 at 9:02 p.m.
How about Sebelius? She had no intention of fulfilling her term if she could suck up to somebody in Washington to get another job. She just used Kansas and fought the legislature. Oh, I forgot, she's a democrat so it's ok.
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Posted on October 21 at 7:37 p.m.
What a sad situation. Only two of seven posters gave a damn about the serious injury sustained by this young man. What a bunch of cold, inconsiderate and stupid people. If this is typical of Emporia no wonder it is such an unpleasant place anymore.
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