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5:00 am
Thu February 21, 2013

Movie Review: Amour

Amour is a masterpiece of super-realistic movie making that I can all but promise you will not soon forget, or ever want to see again.

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Abortion
5:12 pm
Wed February 20, 2013

House Committee Takes Testimony On Abortion Bill

A Kansas House committee held hearings today on a bill that would put new restrictions on abortion in Kansas.

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Entertainment
3:24 pm
Wed February 20, 2013

7 Must-See Movies For Your Snow Day

Frances McDormand in the 1996 film Fargo.

Twelve inches of snow? Work/school/rugby practice canceled?

We've got you covered. Here are seven movies that might make you feel better about being stuck inside.

Although you might want to send the kids out to make snow angels for some of these.

1) Fargo

Joel and Ethan Coen's 1996 crime masterpiece perfectly hits the rhythms of life in the upper Midwest and the desolation of the Minnesota winter. Also, there's a wood chipper.

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Government
1:51 pm
Wed February 20, 2013

Senate VP Sponsors Bill To Drug Test State Aid Recipients

Credit Stephen Koranda

Supporters say a bill to require some recipients of state benefits to be tested for drug use will help people improve their lives, not punish them.

Senate Vice President Jeff King told the Commerce Committee Wednesday that the proposals in Senate Bill 149 will help those receiving assistance payments or unemployment benefits to receive treatment and find employment.

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Commentary
12:30 pm
Wed February 20, 2013

Past and Present: Architect Behind Some Well-Known Wichita Buildings

Credit Steve Ramey
Uel Clifton Ramey

Historians study those who shape the world in which we live, including those who designed the physical space around us. One such person was architect Uel Clifton Ramey.

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Government
5:55 am
Wed February 20, 2013

Senator Roberts Anticipates NBAF Funding 'Breakthrough'

The logjam over federal funding for a state-of-the-art animal disease laboratory at Kansas State University is on the verge of breaking, according to Kansas Senator Pat Roberts.

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Energy
5:41 am
Wed February 20, 2013

Westar To Help Customers With Energy Assistance Program

Credit Westar Energy
A Westar advisor will be in Wichita to help customers complete the paperwork for energy assistance.

Westar Energy advisers will be in Wichita Wednesday as part of an outreach program that helps low income Kansans fill out applications for assistance with home energy costs.

The Low-Income Energy Assistance Program or (LIEAP) is a federally funded program that helps eligible households pay a portion of their utility bills by providing a one-time per year benefit.

Westar Energy spokesperson Gina Penzig says advisers are helping customers in several cities in Kansas complete the application process.

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News
5:38 am
Wed February 20, 2013

Top Morning News 2.20.13

Kansas senator expecting announcement on NBAF; Action expected on school funding formula; Gas explosion destroys restaurant in KC.

Sen. Roberts Anticipates NBAF 'Breakthrough'

The stalemate over federal funding for a state-of-the-art animal disease laboratory at Kansas State may soon be over.

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Panel OKs School Amendment

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Commentary
5:00 am
Wed February 20, 2013

Art: Navigating Final Friday

Credit Miska Draskoczy
Photo courtesy Center Gallery from the Midwest Center for Photography Juried Exhibition

On the last Friday of every month, local art galleries keep their doors open late for visitors.

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Government
2:15 pm
Tue February 19, 2013

New Bill Says Guns Made, Sold in Kansas Not Subject To Federal Rules

Gun rights advocates in Kansas want lawmakers to counter any moves by the federal government to restrict access to firearms.

Advocates traveled to Topeka Tuesday to hear the House and Federal State Affairs Committee consider a bill that aims to protect gun rights in Kansas.  

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