Tim Huelskamp Stresses His Conservative Credentials in His Run for Congress

March 10, 2010

Kansas Senator Tim Huelskamp (R) traveled to Wabaunsee County Kansas Tuesday in his campaign for Congress in the 1st District.

55 Cent Tax Increase on Cigarettes Considered at the Capitol

Supporters of a 55 cent increase on tobacco taxes testified at the Capitol Tuesday to raise revenue for the state’s $400 million shortfall.

Opinion: A Brief History of Liberal Time

March 9, 2010

Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid promised to “drain the swamp” and rid the Capitol of corruption but Democrats now find themselves floating in an ocean of ethics problems.

Budget Director Duane Goossen On This Year’s $106 Million Problem

Budget Director Duane Goossen talks about new information the state is short $106 million for 2010 and what should be done to fix it.

Governor Proposes Budget Fix For February Shortfall

March 5, 2010

Governor Mark Parkinson (D) proposed a plan to fill a $106 million hole in the 2010 budget Friday. Senate President Steve Morris (R) and Speaker Pro Tem Arlen Siegfreid (R) respond to the plan.

Natural Gas Leak May Condemn Neighboring Land

Neighboring land owners testify to Senate committee they need help defending their rights after a natural gas leak may condemn their land.

Teacher Tenure Under Review In Effort to Reduce School Costs

March 4, 2010

A House committee heard testimony on a bill Wednesday that would lengthen the period of time public school teachers must work to five years before eligible for tenure.

KPERS Committee Considers Early Retirement for Employees To Save Money

The House KPERS committee considered a bill Tuesday that would encourage early retirement for some government workers to save costs.

Pompeo Gets Blessing From Former Vatican Ambassador

March 3, 2010

Over 300 people turned out Tuesday in Wichita to hear former US Ambassador to the Vatican, Mary Ann Glendon, endorse Mike Pompeo (R) for Congress.

Tracey Mann Opens Salina Office In Race For the Big First

March 2, 2010

Tracey Mann (R) held a grand opening for his Salina office Monday in his bid to be the next Congressman for the 1st Congressional District.