Lawrence Leaders Not Impressed By Topeka Publicity
Lawrence city leaders reject jealousy over Google naming Topeka for a day while urging residents to nominate Lawrence for Google’s fiber network test. City officials note the publicity has both benefits and risks, preferring Lawrence remain a strong name rather than rebranding.
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Topeka Goes Google Spotlight With City Name Change
Capital city leaders discuss unofficial name change to Topeka for Google's broadband project. Google’s aim is 1 gigabit per second connections for up to 500,000 Americans, with the winner announced by year end. Other states promote tech outreach while Topeka keeps the playful branding vibe.
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Farmers market opens Sixth Street location in Lawrence
The farmers market will move to 4931 W Sixth St bringing goods, cut flowers and agricultural products to the west side. Downtown markets remain Tuesdays 4 to 6 pm at 1020 Vt and Saturdays 7 am to 11 am at 824 N H as parking is expected to be sufficient. The May 4 opening for Tuesday sales and April 10 for Saturday sales mark the new schedule.
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EchoHawk finalist for post at Haskell leadership talk
Haskell leaders and supporters pressed for stable leadership and unified governance after EchoHawk spoke to more than 200 students, faculty, staff, and alumni about improving resources and graduation rates. George Tiger urged stronger regents authority amid calls for funding and program growth.
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