Plaque to honor Leo Beuerman rededicated in Lawrence
A bronze marker honoring Leo Beuerman, the legendary Lawrence resident who sold pencils from a rigged tractor, will be rededicated Saturday at the northeast corner of Eighth and Massachusetts streets. Beuerman died in 1974 at age 72 after a life marked by disability and community service, featured in an Academy Award nominated film.
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Lawrence woman connects with Boston residents offering shelter after bombing
Hallie Velez of Lawrence read about Boston area residents offering safe homes through a Google Doc created after the Monday bombing. The list, growing to more than 100 offers by Wednesday, sparked thanks from Velez who praised the volunteers for taking personal risks to help strangers.
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Boston
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Kansas City
KU cuts threaten National Cancer Institute designation
KU officials warned that House budget cuts to higher education could jeopardize the university system's National Cancer Institute designation. Governor Brownback supports maintaining current funding levels, while KU Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little cited potential negative impacts on the state's workforce. The House proposes a 4 percent cut plus a salary cap, with the Senate backing a 2 percent cut, totaling over $20 million at KU.
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DeBruce Center Named for KU Rules of Basketball
The DeBruce Center on the Kansas University campus will house James Naismith s original Rules of Basket Ball. Donors Paul and Katherine DeBruce have funded more than half the cost and construction is expected to begin later this year. The building will connect to Allen Fieldhouse s northeast corner.
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Mission Hills
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Governor signs concealed carry bill with college exemption
Gov. Sam Brownback signed a law loosening concealed weapon restrictions for public buildings, while higher education institutions remain exempt for four years. The measure aims to expand carry rights in state spaces, with a transitional period for universities and colleges.
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