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The Way West The Indian scare of 1885 created such a panic that the U. S. Army responded with one of the largest forces assembled since the American Civil War. Frightened settlers abandoned their farms, seeking refuge in nearby towns.

Others Say Until everyone has access to health coverage, we’ll continue to see the devastating impacts of medical debt and struggling hospitals. Medicare for All is a popular idea — 70 percent of Americans say they support it, including 52 percent of Republicans. Why?

The federal government has never enjoyed the full trust of its citizens. But — even given the “hi, I’m from the government and I’m here to help you” jokes — there were a couple of especially troublesome moments at Saturday’s legislative coffee in Wilson.

Pastor’s Podium We live in a culture that promotes the idea of “looking out for number one,” but the scriptures teach the exact opposite. Think of the story of Joseph who was treated unfairly by his older brothers and sold into slavery.

The Way West Sensational accounts of a renewed Indian uprising filtered out of the western reaches of Indian Territory in late June, 1885.

Editor’s Note — The following is a transcript from a July 16 of thee World Food Program USA with Kansas Sen. Jerry Moran. Throughout our nation’s history, leaders from across the aisle have dedicated their careers to ending global hunger. Sen. Jerry Moran from Kansas is one of those leaders. Sen.

Volunteers make Splash & Blast success Dear Linda – The Ellsworth Area Chamber would like to take a few minutes of your loyal readers’ time to recognize those that made our Star-Spangled Splash & Blast event a success.

Arecent newsletter from Brian Stelter, chief media correspondent for CNN, contained portions of a commentary from March 9, 1954. It was written by famed journalist Edward R. Morrow and referred to Sen. Joseph McCarthy’s war on communism.

The Way West On the 30th day of May, 1854, President Franklin Pierce signed the Kansas-Nebraska Act into law altering the course of settlement across the western territories. Missouri Sen. David Atchison immediately telegraphed friends in the border town of Weston, Mo.

For anyone who doubts the validity of mental health issues, I have a few stories to tell. Thirteen years ago last January, I locked myself in my apartment on the campus of Fort Hays State University. I laid in bed for three days, only getting up to go to the bathroom. I didn’t eat.