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Two weeks and counting. That’s how long it has been since I’ve been behind my desk at the I-R. Instead, three of us have been working remotely from our homes. Two others continue to observe the six-foot distancing rule and other safety precautions and work at 304 N. Douglas Ave. A sixth is out and about delivering the weekly papers.
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Members of the Ellsworth- Kanopolis- Geneseo School District met in special session Friday, April 3, to dot the Ts and cross the Is of a learning plan required in the wake of the coronavirus that causes COVID- 19.
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With the close of the Civil War, a nation turned its eyes westward.
Read moreIt has been quite a week, one that ended with Gov. Laura Kelly issuing a statewide stay-at-home order, effective Monday. The following letter will be sent this week to Ellsworth County health officials and others who can help us get the word out. Our goal is to let people know the I-R will keep residents informed of breaking Covid-19 news across print, social media and audio. Our number is (785) 472-5085. Call us if you have questions.
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The legislature was not in session this past week.
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In the November election of 1880, Kansans voted to adopt prohibition making the manufacture and sale of intoxicating liquors illegal. However, individual counties could pass a local option in support of liquor sales.
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You probably already know this — but things are going to get weird for awhile. The only question is degree.
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