Douglas County dispatchers honored for service and dedication
Patricia Volle and fellow dispatchers are celebrated by the Douglas County Commission for handling about 91 calls daily for police and fire departments. They describe chaotic nights during crises, like the 2012 NCAA final, yet remain committed, with Volle planning to stay until retirement.
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Douglas County Commission
City hosts early Earth Day Parade and Celebration
City of Lawrence stages an Earth Day Parade and Celebration led by the Waste Reduction and Recycling department with EU Environs help. More than 50 exhibitors promote waste reduction energy conservation wildlife and habitat preservation at Watson Park to South Park. Local residents and families attend with themed costumes and activities including a new Dillons at 1740 Massachusetts St. becoming a participant.
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Cadets Compete in Kansas Ranger Buddy Challenge
Army ROTC cadets from 39 universities across 14 states gathered at Sesquicentennial Park for the 19th annual Ranger Buddy Competition. Teams of two faced a 15K ruck qualifier, then six lanes of tasks, with 45 teams cut after the ruck, all under Maj. Robert Rogers inspired rules.
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