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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 2011
Page
4
A local question on Massachusetts Street asks residents what gifts they plan for Mother's Day on May 8. Shoppers report varied ideas from flowers to personal treats, reflecting neighborhood styles and budget options. Local merchants note a steady flow of Mother’s Day purchases.
Jillian Watson a student in Lawrence plans to honor her survivor mother with a breast cancer wrist tattoo and promises to donate kitchen supplies in support of the cause. The act reflects personal tribute and community care for cancer awareness.
A new Ernst & Young study ranks Kansas 48th for tax burden on new business investment, cited by House leaders to push income tax cuts. KEPC warns against focusing on one tax and urges broader reform after reviewing the entire tax structure. Senate leaders worry the plan could undermine funding for social services, education, and pensions amid a roughly 500 million dollar revenue shortfall.
Douglas County prosecutors charged 41 year old Shane L Maxwell with intentional aggravated battery and misdemeanor criminal restraint after a domestic disturbance in the 2500 block of Morningside Court. Maxwell, jailed with a Leavenworth address, allegedly refused to let the woman leave as she suffered broken ribs and severe bruising. Next court hearing was scheduled. Meanwhile a 36 year old Lawrence man Eric Knackstedt faces multiple counts after a police chase by Eudora officers. Police recovered about 1600 dollars in stolen goods from his vehicle linked to the Lawrence Antique Mall. Knackstedt awaits a court appearance. A separate crash injured Chad Peterson and three others. Peterson remains in fair condition. The paper notes it does not publish all police accounts and often limits names pending charges.
The Journal-World notes gas prices as low as 3.69 at several stations and invites readers to report lower prices. The paper states its policy to correct significant errors and provides contact numbers 832-7154 and 785 832 7154, plus an email address ljworld.com for corrections.
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