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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 2010
Page
4
A reader asks if vacant lots face the same 12 inch grass limit as homes. Megan Gilliland says yes, vacant lots must be kept under 12 inches. To report code violations call 832-7700 or visit lawrences.org/pdf/code violation. Fall classes at Kansas University begin on August 19.
Public service note directs readers to call 832-7297 to submit questions or comments for the Sound Off column. The item provides the phone number and invites engagement without extra details or context.
At Royal Crest Lanes in Lawrence local residents weigh whether Alex Rodriguez will retire as MLB all time home run leader. Sean Amon, unemployed, says no and predicts Albert Pujols will likely surpass the record.
CDC figures released Tuesday show 28.1 percent of Kansans self report obesity, up from earlier estimates. Health officials warn obesity drives costs and health risks, urging broad action.
Republican candidates rally for a united campaign after primaries. Colyer recalls past losses but urges a clean sweep in November. Moran cautions Kansans about a dim future for children. Tiahrt backs Moran. Yoder thanks rivals and pledges support for small government and less spending. Metsker emphasizes winning the 3rd District.
Schools trim common ground supply list to standardize items used across campuses while keeping some fun supplies. At Gossett two drawers hold baby wipes and Play-Doh sets to be repurposed for lessons, with art materials borrowed as needed.
Kansas GOP figures pressed against Democratic controls, accusing Pelosi and Obama of deficits and bad policies while Democrats retort that Republicans blocked recovery. The piece notes Jenkins seeks a second term in the 2nd District and outlines race dynamics across Kansan districts including Topeka, Manhattan, and western regions.
Lawrence police chief Olin reflects on four decades of service beginning in 1971 amid social unrest and 1970 Kansas Union fire. City Deputy officials note his leadership shaped a growing, tech‑driven force of 164 with a $13.9 million budget as an interim successor is sought.
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