Brownback backs flexible plan to preserve jobs in Kansas
Gov Sam Brownback signed a bill extending a shared work program that lets employers cut hours to avoid layoffs while workers receive partial unemployment. The plan remains voluntary, requires approval by the Kansas Department of Labor, and aligns with federal rules to prevent the program's end.
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Color Run host to open fitness center in East Lawrence
Silverback, famous for Color Run events, plans a 9,000 square foot indoor fitness center plus a 24,000 square foot outdoor turf field at 701 E. 19th St. in East Lawrence. The facility will include Crossfit, circuit training, cycling classes, a sports performance department with Jake Sharp and Murphy Grant, and serve as Silverback’s corporate HQ. Opening is targeted for September after rezoning approval. the project expands Silverback’s local presence and community programs.
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KU geoscience professor wins annual research education award
Robert Goldstein of Kansas University, a distinguished geology professor and associate dean, earns the American Association of Petroleum Geologists geoscience education award for leadership in the field. He is the award's third recipient.
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Captain America Surpasses Rio 2 At Box Office
New York reports Captain America The Winter Soldier earned 414 million in its second weekend, narrowly beating Rio 2 which opened with 39 million. Oculus earned 12 million and Draft Day 9.8 million, with Costner starring in the NFL cooperative drama in third and fourth place respectively.
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