United Way funds swing amid new 2012 allocations
United Way of Douglas County unveils 2012 funding allocations in a new model focusing on education, self-sufficiency and health. Several agencies face midyear budget cuts, including Ballard Center which loses about 102000, threatening emergency utility and rent assistance programs.
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United Way
Douglas County
Erika Dvorske
Dvorske
United Way Board
Ballard Center
Dianne Ensminger
Ballard
Ensminger
Pinwheel project honors abused and neglected children
Lawrence residents plant 89 blue pinwheels on the walkway between the old Courthouse and the Douglas County Judicial and Law Enforcement Center to honor 89 children helped by Douglas County Court Appointed Special Advocates in 2011. An additional 18 pinwheels on the west side mark more than 100 child abuse reports in 2011. Karlie Aldrich, 6, and Indy Byers, 17 months, play among the displays.
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Nick Krug
Journal-World
Lawrence
Marty Smith
Douglas County Judicial and Law Enforcement Center
Douglas County
Karlie Aldrich
Indy Byers
Extreme Storms Threaten Central U S Tornado Outbreak
A forecast of fierce storms from Texas to Minnesota warns of a possible high end life threatening tornado outbreak. The Storm Prediction Center says the worst weather could hit late afternoon between Oklahoma City and Salina with baseball sized hail and winds to 70 mph. Residents should seek shelter and stay informed as authorities urge a plan and kit.
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Texas
Minnesota
Lawrence
Oklahoma City
Salina
Storm Prediction Center
Norman
Okla
National Weather Service
Russ Schneider
United States
Shawn Byrne
Parents urged to discuss alcohol dangers with teens early
George Diepenbrock reports on a Friday forum at The Granada where about 75 attendees heard p suggests to start alcohol talks in junior high and keep up with teens. Panelists emphasized parental involvement, monitoring, and consistent, positive communication to deter underage drinking and binge behavior.
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Jen Jordan
Lawrence Coalition
DCCCA
Granada
Mass
Jordan
Strongstorm High: 79 Forecast On Page A10 Features
Strongstorm High appears in today's forecast with a 79 degree reading and related weather notes. The page 10A business and classifieds sections also highlight market reminders and comic listings.
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