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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 2012
Page
1
Kansas University will hold its spring football game at Memorial Stadium kicking off at 1 p.m. under first-year coach Charlie Weis. Weis says the event will be more than a glorified scrimmage, signaling a fuller evaluation of players and schemes.
Top Kansas officials voiced confidence that the federal government will permit the state to overhaul its Medicaid program. Critics urged delay until permission is secured, arguing for caution before moving ahead with the plan.
Sen. Bob Marshall praised Kansas University men and women basketball teams after both chambers of the Kansas Legislature honored them on Friday. The remarks highlighted KU's strong record at Allen Fieldhouse under Coach Bill Self and noted frequent Big 12 title contention.
Lawrence residents are invited to read the Only in Lawrence special edition this Sunday featuring hometown heroes profiled for the year. The edition highlights local figures, events, and community impact in a celebratory, period-voice piece.
Joe Jones and Joel Russell have intertwined histories in Topeka spanning nearly 30 years. Both attended Topeka High School, lived under a mile apart, and spent time together at Shawnee County Jail and in prison, with a possible encounter on August 24, 1985, when Russell was allegedly prowling downtown with a knife.
The Lawrence Police Department needs a 40 000 to 50 000 square foot headquarters with an estimated 28 to 29 million price tag. A city hired report outlines space needs for 20 years but no site or funding plan is set. City commissioners will review details in the 2013 budget process.
Gov. Sam Brownback urged the Legislature to approve a tax cut totaling about 2.9 billion over six years. Democrats slammed the plan as harming schools and social services while favoring the wealthy. Republicans warned that long-term funding needs must be weighed as details remain complex and calculations continue. A Senate vote was expected the following week, with price and scope still under review.
A long talked about interchange at Bob Billings Parkway and the South Lawrence Trafficway may be under construction by 2014 if city and county commissioners can find about two million in local funding. KDOT confirmed a $17 million project could be included in the plan, with local funds pending. The idea has lingered since the trafficway’s western leg opened, with toll plans dropped last year as a funding option.
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