Local farmers delay plantings until soil warms up
Lawrence area producers report slow corn planting as soil temperatures lag. Agronomist Scott Spear notes 20 to 30 percent have started, with many delaying due to tonight's near freezing forecast and possible snow rain mix. Mary Ross says they wait for warmer conditions and ready equipment.
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Brownback faces decision on anti tenure school bill
Governor Sam Brownback must act on a GOP backed measure ending tenure for public school teachers by April 26 amid a court ordered funding plan. Supporters say it removes bad teachers and ties to aid for poor districts, while critics fear voter backlash in a tight reelection bid. Brownback has offered no firm stance.
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Sebelius cites flawed launch but praises health care access gains
Kathleen Sebelius says the HealthCare.gov rollout was mishandled with wrong readiness estimates but argues the health care law expanded access. She described the two-month period of technical problems as a dismal time and defended the law's impact amid her resignation.
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Morningsnow High Forecast Prompts Market Focus
The Morningsnow High weather forecast calls for a 45 degree high with a 20 degree low. Report highlights today’s business section on page 10A.
Lawrence hosts Color Run firm plans East Lawrence fitness center
A Lawrence based company that runs Color Run events nationwide intends to open a large fitness center in East Lawrence. The plan signals expansion of its health and wellness footprint in the area.
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