Colorado orders release of water to meet compact
Colorado state engineer orders a 25 day release of about 2 200 acre feet from Bonny Lake State Park reservoir near Burlington to satisfy the Republican River compact with Nebraska and Kansas. About 9 800 acre feet remain as drought and overuse concerns prompt potential reforms including idle irrigation and potential pipelines.
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Lawrence commission approves domestic partnership registry
The Lawrence City Commission endorsed a proposed domestic partnership registry for city residents on a 4-1 vote. It would be the first in Kansas and aims to simplify health care decisions and legal matters for unmarried couples. Final action is expected soon to enable an August online rollout with a yet unspecified registration fee. Commissioner Mike Amyx dissented, warning of unintended consequences.
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Turnpike tolls up 5 percent for Kansas River bridges
Kansas Turnpike Authority will raise tolls an average of 5 percent starting July 1 to fund new bridges over the Kansas River in Lawrence. The all-paths toll from Wichita to Kansas City, Kan., will cost $9.25, up from $8.75, with rates rounded to the nearest nickel or quarter as needed.
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