Articles from the December 28, 2022 edition
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Liberty Bowl pits Kansas vs Arkansas for 1st time since 1906
The Kansas Jayhawks see a bright future thanks to coach Lance Leipold's quick turnaround. The Arkansas Razorbacks? That proud Southeastern Conference program goes into the Liberty Bowl on Wednesday hoping quarterback KJ Jefferson and running back...
US Supreme Court keeps asylum limits in place for now
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is keeping pandemic-era limits on asylum in place for now, dashing hopes of migrants who have been fleeing violence and inequality in Latin America and elsewhere to reach the United States. Tuesday's ruling p...
Southwest cancels more flights, draws federal investigation
DALLAS (AP) — Southwest Airlines scrubbed thousands of flights again Tuesday in the aftermath of the massive winter storm that wrecked Christmas travel plans across the U.S., and the federal government said it would investigate why the company lagged...
1st 2 years revealed President Biden's generational ambition
WASHINGTON (AP) — When he ran for the White House, Joe Biden told voters his presidency would be a bridge to the next generation. His first two years on the job have revealed it to be a much more ambitious venture. As he nears the halfway mark on his...
Last meeting for two of three Alfalfa County officials
Jay Hague moved to adjourn his final meeting as an Alfalfa County commissioner Tuesday morning. Mike Roach and Marvin Woodall joined him – the last time all three would convene in a regularly scheduled meeting. Hague and Woodall are exiting office a...
Alfalfa County Sheriff's Office logs
Monday, December 19, 2022 During this day were two traffic stops. 8:14 a.m. – Alarm company advised of a commercial alarm going off on US-64 at Smok Shak. All was okay. 10:48 a.m. – Medic needed in the 900 block of Nebraska for a woman with blo...
Alfalfa County real estate transactions
Real Estate Transfers Book 887 page 613: Steven D. Magee and Irala K. Magee convey unto Pamela G. Magee and Angela H. Shelton. The north half southwest quarter of section 16, township 24 north, range 12, WIM. Warranty deed. Mortgages Book 887 page...
Alfalfa County court filings
According to the affidavits and petitions on file, the following individuals have been charged. An individual is innocent of any charges listed below until proven guilty in a court of law. All information is a matter of public record and may be...
Senate Review
As always, we have remained busy here at the state Capitol as we gear up for the 2023 legislative session. We recently received our committee assignments for the 59th Legislature, and I am looking...
Inspiration for resolutions
As the 2023 approaches, people begin talking about New Year’s resolutions. Years ago, Lynn and I visited some friends in Wichita for a low key New Year’s Eve party. There were three married cou...
Carl's Capitol Comments
On the beginning of a new year, I would like to share how wonderfully blessed I was this last week and why I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else! Last week, my wife and I were returning home after enj...
MELVINA FERN ROBERTS
Funeral services for Melvina Fern Roberts will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at Marshall Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Nathan Hosier officiating. Interment will follow at Alva...
KEITH WAYNE MOORE
Graveside Services for Keith Wayne Moore will be 11 a.m., Thursday, January 5, 2022 at Capron Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Marshall Funeral Home of Alva. Keith Wayne Moore was born on October...
DELMAR DUANE DECK
Delmar Duane Deck, 91, of Medicine Lodge, Kansas, died Friday, December 23, 2022, at Pratt Regional Medical Center, Pratt, Kansas. He was born March 5, 1931, in Ashland, Kansas, the son of Edgar...
BRENDA JOYCE JOHNSON
Memorial services for Brenda Johnson were held at 2 p.m. Monday, December 19, 2022, at the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) with Pastor Drew Kirtley officiating. Cremation arrangements...
South Barber 7th - 12th Grade, 2nd Quarter Honor Roll 2022-2023
Superintendent's Honor Roll 7th Grade—Keagan McMurray, Steele Smith 8th Grade—Garen Cantrell, Austin Swonger 9th Grade—Tanith Erikson, Danielle MacKinney 10th Grade—Reagan Grieve 12th Grade—Teedie Hooker Principal's Honor Roll 7th Grade—Can...
"Miss Neff" and brother Bob's 100 year old wagon restored by Burlington Lion's Club
If that heirloom of a wagon could just tell stories of the "olden days." The now "getting older generation" in the Burlington area will remember "Miss Neff" as their beloved teacher, some say "a...
Woods County commissioners hold special meeting
The Woods County commissioners held a special meeting last Wednesday, Dec. 21, in place of the meeting set for this Wednesday. David Hamil, Randy McMurphy and John Smiley were all present for the meet...
EXPLAINER: Kansas' Democratic governor imposes TikTok ban
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly banned the use of TikTok on the state-issued devices of government workers under her control on Wednesday, becoming one of the first Democratic governors to restrict the popular social media app. Kelly's a...
Kansas publisher, Pulitzer chair Edward Seaton dies at 79
MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Edward Seaton, a longtime Kansas newspaper publisher who served as the Pulitzer Prize Board's chair and advocated for international press freedom, has died. He was 79. He died of natural causes Monday night at his home in M...
NY Rep.-elect Santos investigated for lying about his past
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. Rep.-elect George Santos of New York was under investigation by Long Island prosecutors on Wednesday, after revelations surfaced that the now-embattled Republican lied about his heritage, education and professional pedigree as h...
National Guard checks homes in Buffalo for blizzard victims
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The National Guard went door to door in parts of Buffalo on Wednesday to check on people who lost power during the area's deadliest winter storm in decades, and authorities faced the tragic possibility of finding more victims a...
US will require COVID-19 testing for travelers from China
The U.S. announced new COVID-19 testing requirements Wednesday for all travelers from China, joining other nations imposing restrictions because of a surge of infections. The increase in cases across China follows the rollback of the nation's strict...
Vatican says health of retired pope Benedict XVI 'worsening'
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI 's health has worsened over the past hours due to advanced age and doctors are constantly monitoring his condition, the Vatican said Wednesday, as Pope Francis appealed to the faithful to pray for his "...
