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Borneo Post
4 days ago
- General
- Borneo Post
Ex-council chief happy to see launch of book on Kapit Peace Keeping Agreement 1924
Lating describes the publication as 'holding a profound significance from the perspectives of Dayak heritage, legacy and continuity'. KAPIT (May 31): Former chairman of Kapit District Council (KDC) Lating Minggang is happy to see book on Kapit Peace Keeping Agreement 1924 being finally published and made available to the public. Lating, who served in the council between 2019 and May this year, described the publication as 'holding a profound significance from the perspectives of Dayak heritage, legacy and continuity'. Documented by the Dayak Cultural Foundation (DCF) and Tun Jugah Foundation, the book 'Commemorating a Century of Kapit Peacemaking (1924-2024)' details the event on Nov 16, 1924, where a peacemaking ceremony in Kapit signalled an end to the conflicts among the indigenous communities in the rural region. It also commemorated the historic occasion and its 100th anniversary celebration in December last year, in Kapit. Works Minister and Kapit MP Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi unveiled the book at a ceremony held in Kuching on Friday. The authors are Dr Regina Garai, Neilson llan Mersat, Peter Mulok Ked, Janet Rata Noel, Stanley Lingoh Gara and Bibiana Motey Senang. Nanta (left) and Tun Jugah Foundation chairman Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Leonard Linggi Jugah jointly holding the newly-launched book. — Photo via Facebook / Alexander Nanta Linggi In this regard, Lating regarded the Kapit Peace Agreement as not merely 'a cessation of hostilities'. 'It was a conscious decision by Dayak leaders to forge a new path. 'Commemorating it acknowledges their foresight, wisdom and leadership in prioritising peace over prolonged conflict. 'It also highlights a period where traditional systems of governance and conflict resolution (albeit influenced by the Brooke administration) were instrumental in achieving stability,' said Lating. Kapit Peace Keeping Agreement Lating Minggang
Borneo Post
13-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Call on Kapit District Council to expedite construction of new Song Market
Nanta (fourth right), joined by other dignitaries, during the official opening ceremony of the Terabai Market. KAPIT (May 14): Works Minister Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi has called on the Kapit District Council (KDC) to expedite the construction of the new Song Market. He said this is because hawkers in Song deserved a good place to sell their wares, such as the recently completed Terabai Market at Jalan Airport here. 'Many enterprising people here actively pursue socio-economic activities such as handicrafts or planting vegetables or fruits to generate extra income. Previously, they would sell their goods by the roadside or open spaces (at Tai Pek Kong Deity Hock Leong Len temple and CCK Cold Storage), come rain or shine, which was not conducive. 'Now, they have a proper place to exhibit and sell their products,' he said on Monday after officiating the opening of the RM20 million dry-and-wet market. He also advised hawkers trading at Terabai Market to be disciplined and keep it hygienic and clean, as the environment must be conducive to attract customers. The Kapit MP added him and elected representatives in the division were working together to bring development here, as they understood the needs of the people. 'As Upper Rajang Development Agency (Urda) chairman, together with my deputy Datuk Liwan Lagang, we work together with the other MPs and assemblymen for the people and as a team—nobody is superman. 'For example, Hulu Rajang MP Datuk Wilson Ugak Kumbong and myself, we lobby for project funds to develop Kapit from the federal government, while the local assemblymen bid for development funds from the state government,' he said. He said projects funded by the federal government announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim when he visited Kapit last year include the new Kapit police station and Nanga Yong Bridge. Also present were Deputy Minister in the Premier's Department (Native Customs and Laws) Datuk Jefferson Jamit Unyat; Pelagus assemblyman Wilson Nyabong Ijang; Baleh assemblyman Nicholas Kudi Jantai; a political secretary to the Premier, Watson Awan Jalai; Nanta's political secretary Ambrose Abong Bugek; Kapit Resident Elvis Didit and his deputy Robert Liman; KDC chairman Andy Lawrence; Kapit district police chief DSP Rohana Nanu; Kapit district officer Cerisologo Sabut; and Song district officer Harry Bruce Edwin. alexander nanta linggi hawkers Kapit District Council lead Song Market
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Rapid response team sent to Osage City after plant closure
OSAGE CITY (KSNT) – The KDC is deploying resources to help workers impacted by a recent plant closure in Osage County. 27 News spoke to the city manager of Osage City, Katie Hodge, following the closure of one of the city's largest employers. She said the city has been working with the Kansas Department of Commerce (KDC) and KANSASWORKS to provide support to those who abruptly lost their jobs. She said the KDC has deployed its rapid response team to help out with those who have been impacted by this situation. The ORBIS Corporation announced on Friday, March 21 that it made the decision to shut down its Osage City facility. The 200,000-square-foot plastic manufacturing and warehouse space employed 79 people, according to a press release from the company. The KDC website describes the rapid response team as a program to address layoffs by coordinating service and delivering support to affected employees. Kansas still waiting for $33.6m to plug abandoned oil and gas wells 'Rapid Response offers customized, on-site services at affected companies, accommodating various work schedules and helping employers and their employees navigate the difficult transitions that follow job loss.' KDC website excerpt Hodge said the rapid response team will work to transition employees, help with filing for unemployment, assist with writing resumes and provide training to those in need. 'We are working hard with the Department of Commerce and trying to partner with ORBIS, they're moving their equipment out,' Hodge said. 'We're trying to partner with them to help get the building sold and are working very hard to get a new industry into Osage City. We had a meeting Monday to start that discussion to build a market portfolio for our city and that building.' Osage City will be holding events to help those impacted: Info Session Attendees can learn more about career, unemployment benefits and training services available to them. Breakfast snacks and beverages will be provided. Exclusive to those impacted by the ORBIS layoffs. 10 a.m. to noon on April 3. At the Osage City Community building at 517 South First Street. Community Job Fair A job fair for those impacted by the ORBIS shutdown and the general public. 10 a.m. to noon on April 7 – exclusive to ORBIS employees only. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on April 7 – open to the general public. At the Osage City Community Building at 517 South First Street. 'We want to give them as much support as possible because they were very much caught off guard,' Hodge said. Topeka rolls out new '311' hotline The company is moving its equipment to other plants in the nation and nearby Canada and Mexico. The ORBIS Corporation said plastic pressing equipment will begin moving out in phases on April 7 and will continue through Sept. 2025. For more local news, click here. Keep up with the latest breaking news in northeast Kansas by downloading our mobile app and by signing up for our news email alerts. Sign up for our Storm Track Weather app by clicking here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Nearly 500 job vacancies with the State of Kansas ahead of job fair
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Kansas Department of Commerce (KDC) is holding a job fair later this month for people who are looking to land a job with the state. Patrick Lowry with the KDC said in a press release that a virtual state agency job fair will take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 19. Jobseekers are encouraged to sign up and participate to find a position with the State of Kansas. 'Our state agencies have provided thousands of Kansans with fulfilling careers in public service,' Kansas Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. 'For those who are beginning the search for a professional career or those looking for a change of scenery — I encourage you to consider a purpose-driven role at one of our many departments and see what the State of Kansas has to offer.' 'Exhaustion has set in': 1886 Cafe in Mayetta to shut down Lowry said there are almost 500 open positions located across the state which range from entry-level to senior experience positions. People who participate are encouraged to dress professionally and check out the Virtual State Agency Job Fair online portal for helpful tips ahead of the fair. You can sign up for the fair by clicking here. For more local news, click here. Keep up with the latest breaking news in northeast Kansas by downloading our mobile app and by signing up for our news email alerts. Sign up for our Storm Track Weather app by clicking here. Follow Matthew Self on X (Twitter): Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Bill could make STAR Bond tax districts for malls in Kansas
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Lawmakers held a hearing on Monday for a bill that would make STAR Bonds available to mall redevelopment projects in Kansas. Substitute for Senate Bill 197 would let cities or counties establish STAR Bond projects to redevelop malls. The projects would need to be approved by the state's secretary of commerce. The bill would allow the use of STAR Bonds if at least 50% of the mall is unoccupied. Mall redevelopment projects would need to invest a minimum of $10 million before being eligible for STAR Bonds. STAR Bond districts would be created to recover the investment through sales tax revenue. Under the bill, entities in the STAR Bond district would be required to collect visitor data consisting only of ZIP codes for all sales, including cash sales. The data would be made public within 90 days of being received. STAR Bonds are a financing tool that is paid through sales tax revenue generated from the development, according to the Kansas Department of Commerce (KDC). The KDC reports that STAR Bond projects have no specific financial threshold in rural areas but must be of major regional or statewide significance. Included in the bill is a provision to eliminate the city or county authority to exercise eminent domain to acquire property for STAR Bond projects. The bill would also extend the STAR Bond financing act to July 1, 2028. Cats with bird flu reported in Manhattan Americans for Prosperity Kansas opposed the bill, saying STAR Bond districts result in higher taxes. Proponent testimony was provided by representatives of the KDC and Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce who said the STAR Bond program is a tool that provides substantial economic benefits and attracts outside visitors. The Kansas Department of Revenue indicated the bill could reduce state revenue depending on the cost to finance specific projects by foregoing sales and compensating use taxes. The agency said it was unable to estimate the fiscal effect. For more local news, click here. Keep up with the latest breaking news in northeast Kansas by downloading our mobile app and by signing up for our news email alerts. Sign up for our Storm Track Weather app by clicking here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
