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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 2018
Page
5
An audit shows 150 downtown businesses billed at lower trash rates than should be, likely losing at least $5,000 monthly. The 40 year old rate formula is being reassessed as the city seeks a fair cost structure and input from business owners.
Washington Post columnist Marc Thiessen argues the Friday Syria strikes were too limited to deter Assad and emboldened Russia and Iran. He contends the action harmed U S credibility, inviting North Korea's threat and leaving Moscow unpunished. Mattis allegedly pressured a scaled down response.
A Kansas Daily Tribune report from April 17, 1868 describes a grading team on Pinckney street losing its hind wheels, careening down Massachusetts street with the fore wheels, and finally taking to the sidewalk where obstructions caused a capsize before securing. The item is reprinted with permission from Sarah St. John and links to DailyLawrence History online.
A reader shares how SNAP helped after years of work and health issues, praising Kansas Appleseed and DCF for filing help while noting paperwork glitches and online barriers. They urge renewed attention to food aid as Congress revisits SNAP in the Farm Bill, highlighting local need and pantry gaps.
Elinor Hurst of Lawrence urges better community help at a public forum and referendum. Jose Cornejo, chair of DCSPC, notes hope that compassion will aid future beneficiaries and asks what actions residents can take.
The Douglas County Death by Own Action Prevention Coalition endorsed the referendum at its March 6 meeting. The board urged partners to promote passage, arguing rejection would increase suffering and long term costs by denying crucial behavioral health and corrections resources.
James Kizer criticizes Lawrence city officials for classifying roadkill as disposable waste while calling for a citywide discussion on traffic, wildlife, and pedestrian safety. He notes his July 2017 proposal and December 2017 commission referral, with prior Journal-World coverage on the issue.
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