PowerUp movement highlights rural Kansas voices and ideas
The Big Rural Brainstorm gatherings in Kansas mobilize participants to turn talks into action. Organizers Penner and Sosa emphasize community pride and inclusive dialogue, with plans for local food maps and a foodie network. Next events are Oct 8 at Camp Wood Elmdale and Oct 14 at Horsethief Reservoir Jetmore, 10 am to 6 pm, $25 registration at Kansassampler.org.
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Open Meetings Probe Finds No Substantive KOMA Violations
Kansas D A Taylor released findings on governor Brownback and legislators open meetings sessions amid criticism from media groups. He noted no substantive KOMA violations by Brownback, while urging better training and procedures to ensure openness under the act.
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Group seeks to curb underage drinking and social hosting
Three prosecuted youths age 16 and 18 faced social hosting penalties after parties with underage drinking were broken up. A 16 year old girl paid a $2,000 diversion plus costs, while an 18 year old in Lawrence Municipal Court faced $1,000 in diversion fees and another 18 year old in district court paid $1,510 in fines and costs. All three must perform community service.
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City clinic program saves funds with on site wellness plan
Kansas city officials touted a on site clinic and wellness program for city employees noting health risk assessments and lifestyle management have improved blood pressure body fat and weight among high and medium risk participants. They project nearly 2.5 million in savings over three years while overseeing insurance costs rising to 740 per employee. The report highlighted glucose improvements in diabetics and pre diabetics and emphasized reducing diabetes costs as a priority. The commission approved annexation near 2845 N Jennie Barker Rd and appointed members to boards.
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