Brownback forms Kansas River committee to boost recreation
Governor Sam Brownback announces a new Kansas River Development Committee to expand recreation and tourism along the Kansas River. The group builds on the Kansas River National Water Trail designation and includes leaders from Wabaunsee, Pottawatomie, Geary, and other counties plus state agencies, tourism bureaus, and nonprofit partners. A news conference with Brownback and Secretary Robin Jennison is set for Kaw River State Park access ramp in Topeka.
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Holocaust Remembrance at KU honors victims and survivors
The Yom Hashoah ceremony at the Kansas Union Alderson Auditorium brought Lawrence and KU leaders, survivors relatives, and about 65 attendees. Speakers stressed memory prevents future atrocities as six candles symbolized the six million Jews murdered and other groups honored. KU Hillel and Lawrence Jewish Community Congregation organized the event with Mayor Schumm and Rabbi Neal Schuster delivering remarks.
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Science Standards to get a hearing
Kansas board to review the Next Generation Science Standards as part of a national effort. The state education board will hear a full briefing on Tuesday with a vote anticipated later this year. Supporters praise the process and public input while debates over evolution and climate change loom. Kansas helped draft the standards alongside 25 other states and the National Research Council-led process.
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