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Senate approves resolution honoring D-Day's 80th anniversary

By Joco Today | Jun 6, 2024

In advance of the 80th anniversary of D-Day, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., joined a resolution passed by the U.S. Senate. The resolution, introduced by U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Chris Coons (D-DE), commemorates this historic operation and expresses gratitude to the members of the U.S. Armed Forces and Allied troops responsible for executing this decisive maneuver in securing victory in Europe.

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FERC adjusts transmission costs benefiting Kansas consumers

By Joco Today | Jun 5, 2024

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Roger Marshall, M.D., and Jerry Moran announced that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is adjusting its electricity transmission costs, which were previously forcing Kansas consumers to pay high amounts to transport wind energy produced in Kansas to other states. This decision is expected to save Kansas consumers money by reducing their subsidy of electricity transportation for other states.

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Kansas chosen for Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid demonstration program

By Joco Today | Jun 5, 2024

Senator Marshall announced that Kansas has been selected as one of the 10 states to participate in the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid Demonstration Program. This development is seen as a significant step towards enhancing mental health and substance use services across the state.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Johnson County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending June 1

By Joco Today | Jun 4, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Johnson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Senator Marshall calls for immediate halt on gain-of-function research

By Joco Today | Jun 4, 2024

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., has introduced a resolution urging an immediate vote on his legislation, the Gain-of-Function Research Moratorium Act. The bill seeks to halt gain-of-function (GOF) research, citing concerns that the Covid-19 virus likely resulted from such research funded by the U.S. government and conducted in Wuhan, China.

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Senator Marshall calls for halt on federal funding for gain-of-function research

By Joco Today | Jun 4, 2024

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., called for immediate consideration of his legislation, the Viral Gain-of-Function Research Moratorium Act, which seeks to prohibit federal funding of viral gain-of-function research. His efforts were blocked by Democrats.

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Senator Marshall criticizes President Biden's border policies ahead of 2024 elections

By Joco Today | Jun 4, 2024

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., joined his GOP colleagues to address President Joe Biden’s upcoming border announcement. This development comes five months before the 2024 presidential elections and amid what Senator Marshall describes as the "worst border crisis in CBP history."

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Senator Marshall criticizes President Biden's new asylum executive order

By Joco Today | Jun 4, 2024

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., released a statement regarding President Biden’s recent executive order on asylum and border security.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Johnson County in week ending June 1?

By Joco Today | Jun 3, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Johnson County was found at two gas stations in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Senator Marshall demands answers from Dr. Fauci on unresolved Covid-19 questions

By Joco Today | Jun 3, 2024

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., has published an op-ed in The Epoch Times, demanding answers from Dr. Anthony Fauci regarding several unresolved questions related to Covid-19. The senator's piece addresses issues including the origins of Covid-19, alleged cover-ups, and claims that Dr. Fauci misled Congress while under oath.

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USPS announces audit following Senator Marshall's concerns over Kansas City mail delays

By Joco Today | Jun 3, 2024

Kansas City, KS – In response to a delegation letter led by U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. earlier this year, the United States Postal Service (USPS) has announced an audit on mail services in the Kansas City area to evaluate the efficiency of operations at the Processing and Distribution Center. As part of this comprehensive audit, the USPS Office of Inspector General will conduct a thorough review of delivery operations and property conditions at several locations.

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Joco Today area weekly mass times

By Joco Today | Jun 3, 2024

The following parishes in the Joco Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Johnson County in week ending June 1?

By Joco Today | Jun 2, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Johnson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Johnson County in week ending May 25?

By Joco Today | Jun 2, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Johnson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Senator Marshall criticizes Trump conviction and vows resistance against Biden agenda

By Joco Today | May 31, 2024

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., appeared on Fox Business's "Kudlow" to express his views on former President Donald Trump's conviction, calling it "the most egregious miscarriage of justice our nation has ever seen." Marshall emphasized that the true verdict will be determined at the ballot box in November.

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14.3% of Johnson County students played sports on collegiate teams in 2022

By Joco Today | May 30, 2024

Johnson County universities had 14.3% of its student body playing sports on collegiate teams in 2022.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Johnson County in week ending May 18?

By Joco Today | May 30, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Johnson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Joco Today area weekly mass times

By Joco Today | May 30, 2024

The following parishes in the Joco Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Carson Hornung, former Blue Valley Southwest High School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

By Joco Today | May 30, 2024

They open the tournament against James Madison Dukes.

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The 64 team tournament is set and former Blue Valley West High School standout Ross Lovich’s collegiate team is in the field of 64

By Joco Today | May 30, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number one seed.