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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 2011
Page
3
President Obama denounced the Republican budget as radical as he spoke to a Facebook audience at Facebook headquarters. He warned against converting Medicare to a voucher and cutting Medicaid, while urging bipartisan steps on spending and debt amid sharp rhetoric from both sides.
Government estimates show at least 30 percent of adults in 10 states rely entirely on cellphones with Arkansas and Mississippi having the highest shares. Wealthier households lag in moving away from landlines as a sole calling method, as many cannot afford two lines, researchers say.
Japan declares a 12 mile no go zone around the Fukushima Dai ichi nuclear plant urging residents to stay out for safety. Under a special law, violators face fines up to 1200 dollars and detention up to 30 days while the region remains largely deserted after the tsunami and earthquake damaged cooling systems.
Vladimir Putin framed himself as defender of a strong Russia during a televised speech, pledging to improve lives of farmers, workers, soldiers, parents and retirees. He declined to discuss 2012 election while signaling plans to reclaim the presidency alongside Dmitry Medvedev, who has indicated a bid but both men will decide jointly.
Dharun Ravi 19 indicted in Middlesex County on 15 counts including bias intimidation and invasion of privacy for spying on roommate Tyler Clementi and allegedly trying to stream a same sex encounter online. The case links to Clementi's death and broader bullying discussions.
Negotiators for the Lawrence Education Association are outlining a proposed compensation package for 2011 12 including a $1 500 salary raise for 926 licensed educators and a 60 percent increase in extra duty pay to 20 per hour The union plans to push district health insurance contributions to 500 per employee and notes anticipated changes in district insurance costs as a result of a fringe benefits committee report.
KDOT approves 300000 in economic development funds to Berry Plastics expanding in Lawrence. Douglas County adds 100000 match for road work at 438 and 1029, including new eastbound left turn and extended westbound lane to support a 19 million dollar capital project and expanded warehouse and printing operations.
Kansas University observed Sexual Assault Awareness Week with a panel in Alderson Auditorium. Panelists included Ken Sarber Chris Stoppel Ben Pyle Barry Grissom and Shade Keys Little. They urged men to join the conversation and address language, risky behavior, and available resources to prevent sexual violence.
A Douglas County jury acquitted Dustin D. Walker, 26, of Lawrence, in an attempted second degree murder case tied to a December shooting at a Lawrence apartment party. Prosecutors cited weak evidence and witness credibility issues, while Walker awaits a separate reckless aggravated battery trial from a 2008 Redbud Lane shooting.
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