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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 2011
Page
1
Lawrence city commissioners plan to finalize the 2012 budget with a last minute proposal to trim police hires from four to two officers. The move could reduce the mill levy from 1.88 to 1.7, aligning with voters approved library funding. Commissioner reactions vary as debate begins.
Minority Leader Paul Davis planned a meeting with Governor Sam Brownback to discuss the Lawrence SRS office. The governor's office canceled the session but said it will be rescheduled, allowing time to develop more solid plans. Page 3A SPORTS
KU senior Tim Biere-Pronounced Beere has compiled strong stats for the Kansas football program. He aims to cap his college career this season with a bowl game appearance.
Douglas County Commissioner Mike Gaughan says they are weighing every option to retain a Social and Rehabilitation Services office in Lawrence. The statement appears in a page 3A report on local government efforts.
A Wednesday guide previews happenings at the Douglas County Fair. The notice highlights planned activities, times, and prominent organizers expected to present events across the fairgrounds, inviting local residents to attend and enjoy shareable moments.
Forecasters warn the Lawrence area may reach a record 110 degrees with a dry heat as air from above converges with dry low humidity. The heat risks include more emergency visits. an Excessive Heat Warning remains in effect as workers like Niederbrach brace for the day.
Dozens treated for heat related symptoms at Lawrence Memorial Hospital with 31 July cases and six admissions. Fire department stockpiles ice and water and may call extra firefighters for hot conditions as National Weather Service issues excessive heat warning through Wednesday. Residents urged to limit outdoor time, reschedule strenuous activity, wear light clothing and drink water.
The House passed a debt ceiling plan 269 to 161 after weeks of drama, aiming to raise the limit by at least 14.3 trillion dollars and cut deficits by about 2.1 trillion over 10 years. Reps Huelskamp and Yoder opposed, Jenkins and Pompeo supported. Senate action expected.
Federal judge barring enforcement of a Kansas statute that denied Planned Parenthood federal family planning funds. The ruling finds the law aimed to punish Planned Parenthood for abortion rights advocacy and would likely be overturned. The injunction requires continued Title X funding to Planned Parenthood while the case proceeds. Kansas plans an appeal.
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