KC MONARCHS
Monarchs
Mark Rountree
Tax dollars traded in backroom deals
To the editor:It is with deep emotion and firm resolve that I announce my withdrawal from the USD 469 school board race. This decision came after much prayer and reflection, as I have watched politics too often outweigh doing what is right.I entered this race because I care deeply about our schools and families burdened by relentless tax increases while proposed handouts go to wealthy developers.
Retaliation has no place on school board
To the editor:After reading the deposition of Lansing school board member Amy Cawvey, I am deeply troubled - not just as a community member, but as someone who values constitutional rights and fiscal responsibility.Under oath, Ms. Cawvey made clear that she supported the removal of substitute teachers who did not “agree with the board majority.” Her own words were:“I believe that those that were not rehired did not agree with the board majority.”Let’s be clear: disagreeing with elected officials is not grounds for dismissal — it is protected speech.
Memorable evening with young track stars
When it comes to big celebrations and gatherings, I am happy to be seated at the kids’ table. The lack of small talk is filled with the most genuine laughter – and there’s nothing better than getting deep in my bag of dad jokes.Such was the case during last Sunday’s RICE Athletics RunStars banquet at the Lansing Community Center, where I was front and center for one of the most enriching evenings of my summer.
No injuries reported after hotel fire
No injuries were reported after a fire at a Leavenworth hotel, a Fire Department spokesman said.
City releases right of re-entry for downtown building
The city attorney acknowledged that Leavenworth city commissioners may be disappointed with what happened to the business at 600 Cherokee St. But he said the city no longer has a legal claim to the downtown property.
County Commission vetoes Lansing RHID
The County Commission has vetoed a proposed reinvestment housing incentive district in Lansing.
Vote for kindness, fairness and community
To the editor:In recent months, we’ve heard terms like social emotional learning (SEL), diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and empathy turned into political lightning rods,… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Take the time to listen to kids
I could see through his tough guy walk as he came down the hall, sporting his ornery smile, curly brown hair and freckles. He was… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
SENATOR VISITS WATER PLANT
Roger Marshall