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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 2012
Page
1
Douglas County becomes the first in the state to offer Smart911 with 911 dispatchers noting mobile calls lack exact addresses. Dispatchers must research mobile callers, delaying aid, as officials highlight the new national safety database enabling residents to share details for faster responses.
Drought and dry soil contribute to several water main breaks in the area. Kansas University’s Spencer Museum of Art suffered flooding on the lower floor after a break on Mississippi Street near Dyche Hall. KU spokesperson Joe Monaco says the flood affected the Murphy Art and Architecture Library. museum closed Wednesday. City crews fixed multiple lines, including breaks on Hilltop Drive and near 19th and Harper, as weather and soil conditions persistently strain utilities.
Republican Anthony Brown and J C Tellefson seek to unseat Democratic Sen Tom Holland in the re drawn Kansas Senate 3rd District. Brown, based in Leavenworth, argues voters feel under represented after redistricting. Both men say they aim to represent all constituents in communities including Leavenworth Lawrence and Baldwin City.
Douglas County prosecutors charged 31 year old Ronald Kenneth Brooks Jr. with two counts of aggravated burglary and related charges for entering two Lawrence homes early Tuesday while residents slept. Police linked the suspect to other recent burglaries in the city, noting a history that includes a 2008 assault on a mail carrier in Topeka.
A strong storm is forecast with high winds and heavy rain dominating today. Weather officials warn residents to secure loose objects and monitor weather updates as conditions may lead to localized flooding and travel disruptions.
A brief business classifieds notice inviting readers to engage with LJWorld on social platforms. It promotes the Facebook and Twitter pages for LJWorld. The item is a compact, non-transactional tease aimed at growing audience reach.
Kansas Insurance Commissioner Sandy Praeger answers questions about the Affordable Care Act and what it means for Kansans, outlining key provisions, enrollment steps, and potential effects on individuals and markets.
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