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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Johnson County in week ending Feb. 10?

By Joco Today | Feb 12, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Johnson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 10, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Johnson County in week ending Feb. 10?

By Joco Today | Feb 11, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Johnson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 10, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Joco Today area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 12?

By Joco Today | Feb 11, 2024

These former Joco Today area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 12.

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Senator Marshall Urges Paramount and CBS to Pull Super Bowl Commercial by CCP-backed Company

By Joco Today | Feb 9, 2024

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, along with Senator Mike Braun, has written a letter to Paramount and CBS, urging them to pull a Super Bowl commercial by Temu, an online marketplace backed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The senators argue that Temu floods the United States with cheap goods produced by forced labor in China and that Paramount and CBS should not be promoting companies that consistently violate U.S. laws.The letter highlights the findings of the U.S. House of Representatives Select Committee on the CCP, which uncovered alarming...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Johnson County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Feb. 3

By Joco Today | Feb 9, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Johnson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 3, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Senator Marshall Statement on Olathe Marine Killed in Helicopter Crash

By Joco Today | Feb 9, 2024

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. expressed his deep condolences following the news of a tragic helicopter crash in California that resulted in the loss of U.S. Marine Lance Corporal Donovan Davis from Olathe, KS. Lance Corporal Davis was one of five marines who tragically lost their lives in the crash.In a statement, Senator Marshall said, "The loss of Lance Corporal Davis and his fellow marines is devastating news. These courageous young men committed their lives to serving our country and were taken too soon. May they rest in peace, and may God bless...

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Senator Marshall: Biden Policies To Blame For Major Decline in 2024 Farm Income

By Joco Today | Feb 8, 2024

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. has criticized President Joe Biden for the decline in farm income forecasted for 2024. According to the USDA, there is a major decline expected in farm income, and Senator Marshall believes that Biden's policies are largely to blame."To hear the mainstream media say that Joe Biden is better for farmers than the Trump Administration is unbelievable," Senator Marshall said. "The Biden Administration has been riding President Trump's coat tails of success the last few years, and his bad policies are finally catching up to...

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Marshall Shines Light on the Real ‘Boogeymen’ in Prescription Drug Pricing

By Joco Today | Feb 8, 2024

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. recently participated in a Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee hearing aimed at addressing the issue of high prescription drug prices in the United States. The hearing brought together top executives from pharmaceutical companies, including Chris Boerner, CEO of Bristol Myers Squibb; Joaquin Duato, CEO of Johnson & Johnson; and Robert Davis, CEO of Merck & Co.During the hearing, Senator Marshall highlighted the importance of innovation in driving down hospital costs and improving patient outcomes. Drawing from his...

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Senators and Congressman Lead Resolution to Overturn FHWA’s GHG Emissions Performance Measure Rule

By Joco Today | Feb 8, 2024

Washington, D.C. – A group of Senators and a Congressman are leading a resolution to overturn the Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) rule on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions performance measures. The FHWA finalized the rule in November 2023, imposing these measures on state departments of transportation and metropolitan planning organizations, despite lacking the authority from Congress to do so.The resolution, introduced by U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, Senator Kevin Cramer, and Congressman Rick Crawford, aims to nullify the FHWA rule and demonstrate Congress'...

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Senators Introduce Congressional Review Act to Address Treasury's Misuse of Covid-19 Recovery Funds

By Joco Today | Feb 7, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Senators Roger Marshall and Eric Schmitt, along with their GOP colleagues, have introduced a Congressional Review Act aimed at addressing the Biden Administration's misuse of Covid-19 pandemic-era recovery funds. The Senators are specifically targeting the Department of Treasury's recent rule that permits spending of State and Local Recovery Funds beyond the 2024 deadline.Senator Marshall expressed his concerns about the ongoing exploitation and abuse of Covid-era funds, stating, "The Biden Administration's ongoing exploitation and abuse of Covid-era...

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Senator Marshall Joins National Report on Newsmax on His Vote Against the Supplemental Bill: This is a Ukraine Funding Bill

By Joco Today | Feb 7, 2024

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. appeared on National Report on Newsmax to discuss his opposition to Joe Biden’s border bill, which he claims provides more funding to Ukraine than it does to secure the United States' own borders.In the interview, Senator Marshall criticized President Biden for blaming Republicans for the current border crisis, stating, "Joe Biden is what caused this open border. Your listeners understand that under Donald Trump, less than 1,000 people are crossing the border every day. Under Joe Biden, 10,000 is a normal day."...

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Senator Marshall Secures ERP Top-Off Payments for American Farmers

By Joco Today | Feb 7, 2024

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. has successfully advocated for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to provide additional relief funds to American farmers. The USDA recently announced that it will be issuing final Emergency Relief Program (ERP) payments totaling approximately $306 million to eligible producers who suffered losses due to natural disasters in 2020 and 2021.Senator Marshall's ongoing work with USDA officials has addressed concerns about misguided changes to the ERP program, which had caused delays in providing assistance to farmers....

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Senator Marshall Leads Efforts to Declare an Invasion at the Southern Border on Senate Floor

By Joco Today | Feb 7, 2024

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. took to the Senate Floor to demand the immediate passage of his resolution declaring an invasion at the southern border. Senator Marshall, who has been leading this resolution for years, called for its immediate passage through unanimous consent. However, Democrats blocked the measure, arguing that it would lead to "cruelty and lawlessness."In his remarks, Senator Marshall criticized President Joe Biden for failing to secure the borders, resulting in what he described as the "worst border crisis in American history." He...

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Marshall, Rubio, Colleagues Criticize State Department's Proposed Rule on Foreign Assistance

By Joco Today | Feb 7, 2024

Washington, D.C. – A group of U.S. Senators, led by Roger Marshall and Marco Rubio, have expressed their concerns over a proposed rule by the U.S. Department of State that could prioritize a "woke" agenda and hinder the future of U.S. foreign assistance. In a letter addressed to U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, the senators challenge this effort, arguing that it would discriminate against faith-based organizations and traditional values groups in regions such as Latin America and the Caribbean, Africa, and Asia.The proposed rule, titled "Nondiscrimination in...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Johnson County in week ending Feb. 3?

By Joco Today | Feb 6, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Johnson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 3, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Senator Marshall Demands Answers For Continued Failures by USPS

By Joco Today | Feb 6, 2024

Senator Roger Marshall, a member of the Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee, has expressed concerns over the delays in mail service reported by Johnson County residents. In a letter addressed to U.S. Postmaster General DeJoy, Senator Marshall demands answers for these delays and shares the frustration of constituents who have contacted his office regarding the U.S. Postal Service's consistent failure to meet its own performance goals."As your voice in the U.S. Senate, it's my duty to ensure federal programs, including the U.S. Postal Service, serve...

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Senator Marshall Joins GOP Colleagues Slamming Supplemental Border Bill

By Joco Today | Feb 6, 2024

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. stood with his GOP colleagues today in expressing his opposition to Joe Biden's border bill during a press conference. Senator Marshall emphasized that his goal and priority throughout the immigration debate has been to secure the border, while accusing President Biden of prioritizing funding for Ukraine over border security.During his interview, Senator Marshall criticized the Supplemental Border Bill, stating, "Leaders set priorities, leaders set goals. I never negotiate with people that don't share the same goals...

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Senator Marshall Slams Border Bill on Fox Business: This was a charade

By Joco Today | Feb 6, 2024

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. appeared on Varney & Co. on Fox Business to express his opposition to Joe Biden's border bill. He criticized the bill, stating, "This bill does not secure the border. All along the American people realize that Joe Biden's priority was funding Ukraine in this bill. This bill gives Joe Biden and Ukraine $60 billion, only $20 billion to secure the border. And really this does not accomplish much. It does not accomplish securing the border. It does very minimal to impact parole or asylum." Senator Marshall believed that the bill was merely a...

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Johnson County in week ending Feb. 3

By Joco Today | Feb 5, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Johnson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 3, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Senator Marshall on Joe Biden’s Border Agreement: This Bill Misses the Mark

By Joco Today | Feb 5, 2024

Feb 5, 2024Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. has expressed his disappointment with the bipartisan Senate border bill, stating that it misses the mark in addressing the border crisis. In a statement released today, Senator Marshall highlighted the failure of the bill to compel the Biden Administration to change course or hold the President accountable.Senator Marshall emphasized the urgency of securing the borders, stating, "Every American needs to understand that President Joe Biden has the power to secure our borders right now. He has chosen not to...