Missouri Greek system changes aim to curb freshmen housing
Missouri's Greek task force proposes banning alcohol, higher admission standards, and a live-in director to limit freshmen living in chapter houses. A three tier eligibility plan would require three semesters of above-average GPAs, and events with controlled guests and alcohol rules. Chancellor Cartwright and Vice Chancellor Ward endorse cautious implementation by fall 2019pending approval.
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Kobach appeals contempt ruling in election case faces 10th Circuit
In a heated exchange Governor Colyer says Kobach should pay contempt fees, while Kobach asserts the state is the defendant and vows to appeal the contempt to the 10th Circuit. The suit targets Kobach in his official capacity as secretary of state, with Colyer seeking the GOP nomination for governor amid multiple challengers.
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Lawmakers back funding to keep Southwest Chief rail line
A bipartisan Senate move provides 50 million dollars for Amtrak to preserve the Chicago to Los Angeles Southwest Chief route. The plan includes matching government grants and blocking service cuts in 2018. Kansas officials and Lawrence residents urge continued rail service, citing rural connectivity and station upgrades.
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Douglas County turnout reaches 76 614 registered voters
Douglas County reports 76 614 registered voters up from 74 927 four years ago a 2 2 percent rise Clerk Jamie Shew noted about 1 pm Thursday 1 758 advance ballots cast in person or by mail slightly higher than 2014 primary total 1 734 Kobach described changes for electronic machines including voter verified paper audit trails and potential two page scans due to large candidate fields in Republican governor and 2nd Congressional District primaries.
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Community events and meetings fill Lawrence calendar
Kaw Valley Bridge Club opens at 12 30 p m and Perry Lecompton Farmers Market runs 4 to 6 30 p m at 24 Highway and Ferguson Road AB's Fried Chicken serves 5 to 7 p m at VFW Post 852 Casual Bridge at 6 30 p m at 1025 N Third St Lawrence Farmers Market 7 to 11 a m at 824 New Hampshire St Overeaters Anonymous meets at Lawrence Memorial Hospital World Breastfeeding Week event 10 a m to noon at Lawrence Public Library Auditorium Also listing Art with Yams Great Books discussion Boethius Consolation of Philosophy 2 to 4 p m at Library American Legion Bingo 6 45 p m Local artists Nick Schmiedeler 10 30 a m to noon Story Time with Jazzy Gene 1 30 to 2 p m Catholic Charities fundraiser at Chipotle 4 to 8 p m Summer Red Dog Workout at Haskell stadium Scrabble Club 1 to 4 p m Orientation for CHAMPSS Meal Program 2 p m Caregiver Support Group 2 15 p m O U R S Dance 5 to 9 p m TOPS 5 30 p m Beginners Bike Ride 6 30 to 8 30 p m Lecompton City Council meets 7 p m and Argentine Tango Practica 7 to 9 p m.
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Lawrence Journal World Arts and notices summary
Lawrence Journal World offers daily publication credit to Ogden Newspapers with sections covering arts, city and county government, courts, crime, datebook, health, Lawrence schools, letters to editor, local news, obituaries and sports. Includes contact and post office details for edition.
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Lottery Wednesday Powerball numbers match 3 22 32 38 58
Lottery results show Powerball draw on Wednesday with numbers 3 22 32 38 58 and Powerball 26. No ticket details or winners specified.
Births in Lawrence: five newborns announced this week
Halle and Minye Wu announce a boy born Wednesday in Lawrence. Maya Tillman and Ernest Raytor report a boy born Thursday. Janice Russell and Shelton Ponder welcome a girl born Thursday. Gloria Ramirez and Mathia Jaime announce a boy born Thursday. Chase and Caroline Hoag greet a girl born Thursday in Lawrence.
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Journal-World Corrects Policy Notice
The Journal-World states it corrects significant errors brought to editors, inviting readers to report via 785-832-7154 or email news ljworld dot com.
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