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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 2006
Page
1
The state ethics commission investigates whether Governor Sebelius illegally solicited contributions from lobbyists. She becomes the fourth public official in a year to face such an inquiry, reflecting ongoing scrutiny as Lawrence and nearby areas expand.
A veteran CIA intelligence officer was terminated for sharing classified information with news outlets. The agency intensified an internal probe seeking any others who discussed intelligence with the media.
Sue Deese drove a biosolids truck from Lawrence's wastewater plant to a Pleasant Grove cornfield when part of the load spilled on Haskell Avenue. The odor permeated the area, reportedly detectable downtown.
Lawrence Memorial Hospital faces high patient volumes with its emergency room often full. A planned expansion will add capacity to relieve bed shortages and reduce crowding as wait times rise.
Hillcrest fourth graders cheer as they compete against peers in long jump at the Kansas Relays for Kids at KU Anschutz Sports Pavilion. Sunflower School’s Nicole Vanahill, 10, wins a relay race. Free State High standout claims 3,200 gold. Olympians renew rivalry in 100 meters.
Kansas Supreme Court Justice Lawton Nuss spoke with Senate President Stephen Morris and Sen. Pete Brungardt about the school funding lawsuit during a March lunch. House Speaker Doug Mays signals a special legislative probe may compel testimony under oath as confidence in the judiciary comes under fire. Senators say investigators have questioned them about the Nuss matter.
After three years of litigation, Wal-Mart gains city approval for a smaller Sixth Street and Wakarusa Drive store. The out-of-court settlement ends a pending trial over a denied 132,000 square foot permit. Neighbors fear traffic. community leaders note compromise.
Kansas University enacts a visual identity overhaul banning the Jayhawk from most staff business cards and stationery. Associate professor Chris Anderson defies the rule by designing his own cards with the Jayhawk, arguing the emblem suits athletics and alumni groups while academic use remains limited.
Sarah Hill-Nelson, treasurer for the owning family, describes hopes that green tags will aid the 132-year-old Bowersock Power Plant along the Kansas River. Tour visitors see construction crews repairing the north wall and note the wall’s imminent collapse risk. The story hints at deeper details on page 5A.
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