Roy Williams Turns 63 Birthday Note for UNC Coach
Former Kansas University basketball coach Roy Williams celebrated his 63rd birthday on August 1. Born in Marion North Carolina, he grew up in Marion and Spruce Pine, later moving to Asheville where he starred in high school basketball and baseball before attending the University of North Carolina where he is now head coach.
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Question line for a local soundoff contact
A reader note invites questions by calling 832-7297 or emailing soundoff ljworld.com to reach the editorial desk.
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Street observations on energy use in Lawrence area
On Massachusetts Street Rachael Love of Kansas City and Mackenzie Conran of Lawrence discuss energy saving habits. They note turning off lights, limiting air conditioning, and using energy-efficient windows during absences and in moderate weather.
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Volunteers sought to count bikes and pedestrians in Douglas County
Community members are invited to train for traffic counting at Lawrence City Hall on August 26 from noon to 1 p.m and August 29 from 5 30 p.m to 6 30 p.m. Training also runs September 5 in Eudora Parks and Recreation and August 28 at Baldwin Public Library. Sign up at lawrences mpo volunteer page.
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Births in Lawrence greet two girls and two boys
Kevin and Jamilee Grammer welcome a girl in Lawrence on Thursday. Vanessa and Jarrett Cobb announce a girl in Lawrence on Thursday. Caitlin Hitt and Chad Carroll in Clathe greet a boy. Dustin and Jennifer Rice in Lawrence announce a boy on Friday.
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No incidents reported by law enforcement on Friday
The Record notes there were no incidents to report Friday as per the law enforcement log.
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Chefs Shine at Baldwin City Cookoff Champion Named
Local chefs from Lu lu's Garden and 715 Restaurant showcased lamb chicken and summer produce at the Chefs Challenge. Judges weighed taste creativity and education while farmers from Shannon Creek Ranch Ozawkie and Hundred Acre Farm Ozawkie explained sustainable practices. Peterson of Merchants Pub and Plate won as his new restaurant prepares to open on Massachusetts Street.
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Tablet apps aid autistic preschoolers in peer interaction study
Thiemann-Borque and team study whether touch based picture apps on tablets help nonverbal and minimally verbal autistic preschoolers work and play with peers at school. The 48 child trial, funded by the NIDCD, trains teachers and peers to use the tools.
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Roberts named to conference committee on farm bill
U S Sen Pat Roberts R Kan will serve on the conference committee to resolve House and Senate farm bill differences The main dispute centers on restoring SNAP food stamp provisions House Republicans seek large cuts and Obama would veto deep reductions Roberts vows to represent Kansas farmers push for reforms to SNAP defend crop insurance and livestock programs amid drought pressure
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Lawrence considers art piece for Fallen Warrior Memorial site
Kansas City officials clarified they did not donate property but might offer a site if financially feasible. Edwin Birch of Wyandotte County/Kansas City said fundraising is still uncertain and early in the process. Lawrence staff will review the request to place art before the Visitors Center with the Cultural Arts Commission eyeing an Aug. 14 meeting.
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Judge dismisses election lawsuit in Kansas race
In Topeka, AP reports U S District Judge J Thomas Marten dismissed the suit tied to a Kansas House race after a change in state election law this year made the case moot. Former Rep. Ann Mah, a Democrat, lost by 21 votes of nearly 10 800 cast and sought to review voter contact after ballots were set aside.
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DC I 2013 Big Loud and Live 10 Not Rated
A fragmented listing notes DCI 2013 prelims for big loud and live bands from Lucas Oil Stadium Indianapolis with other film titles and ratings including Despicable Me 2 The Wolverine and related descriptions and venues.
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