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How to maximize the tax benefits of donating to charity

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People generally make charitable donations out of a selfless desire to help those in need. Indeed, Investopedia notes that charitable organizations survive primarily on donations. Without the financial contributions of donors, many charitable organizations and nonprofits would be incapable of meeting their missions.
How to maximize the tax benefits of donating to charity

Sen. Blasi calls for data center moratorium

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Staff report TSnews With public opposition to data centers active and growing, Kansas Senate Majori Leader Chase Blasi (R-Andale) has called for a moratorium on the development of data centers in Sedgwick County. Blasi represents Kansas Senate District 26, which covers most of western Sedgwick County including the cities of Cheney, Clearwater, Garden Plain and Goddard, as well as Andale, Colwich and parts of Maize.

CS EMS strikes deal with Wellington

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TSnews CONWAY SPRINGS – The City of Conway Springs is striking a deal with Wellington Fire and EMS to take over the Conway Springs Emergency Medical Service. The Conway Springs City Council approved an agreement with Wellington at its meeting on Tuesday night.
Starting in March, the Conway Springs EMS will be run by Wellington Fire and EMS, following the approval of an agreement between the two cities.

Kennedy recalls being a Wish Kid

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TSnews HAYSVILLE – Twenty-two years ago this summer, Aubrey Kennedy visited Walt Disney World, thanks to the Make-a-Wish Foundation. Kennedy, who hails from Haysville, was diagnosed with cancer at age 4.
Aubrey Kennedy was 5 years old when she received a wish from the Make-A-Wish Foundation. She helps each year with Campus High’s Swim to a Wish, which raises money for wishes. Contributed photo

Conway Springs EMS put this new ambulance into service in 2025. The city is considering an agreement to have Wellington Fire and EMS take over the ambulance service.

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CONWAY SPRINGS – The City of Conway Springs is looking to strike a deal with Wellington Fire and EMS to take over the Conway Springs Emergency Medical Service.

The proposed agreement was approved unanimously on Tuesday night by the Wellington City Council, and the Conway Springs City Council will vote on the issue at its meeting next Tuesday. That meeting will begin at 6 p.m. at the Conway Springs city building, and is open to the public.

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Clearwater girls win at El Dorado

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TSnews The Clearwater Indians girls basketball team used a strong start to take a 48-39 win at El Dorado last Friday. The Indians led 12-7 after the opening period, then extended their lead to 18-9 by the intermission.

Sign up for youth lawn mowing clinic

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WICHITA – Youth can learn the basics of a safe and profitable lawn mowing business. The Sedgwick County Extension annual youth lawn mowing clinic will take place on Tuesday, March 17, when most school districts are on spring break.
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