Reconstruction limits Bob Billings near Kasold to two lanes
Lawrence plans full reconstruction of Bob Billings Parkway from Crestline to Kasold through mid August with the Crestline intersection work. The project will reduce the road to one lane in each direction during that period. City official Mark Thiel said crews will continue work on the inter section and nearby stretches as scheduled.
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Bob Billings
Crestline
Kasold Drives
Mark Thiel
City of
Lawrence
Call Sound Off With Your Question
Readers are invited to call Sound Off with questions at 832-7297, seeking quick community input and responses from the paper. The notice explains how residents can participate, the call line hours, and the purpose of gathering public sentiment.
On the Street on Massachusetts Street
A short street scene along Massachusetts Street captures daily errands and conversations in a bustling downtown area. Passersby, storefronts, and traffic reflect a lively urban snapshot from the era.
Lawrence couples welcome newborns and parents
Poll results list multiple Lawrence couples welcoming a child: Christopher and Rachael Gehringer announce a boy on Wednesday. Angela and Matthew Ashburn announce a boy on Thursday. Robert Wintle and Ashley Hout announce a boy. Ben and Kacy Postlethwait announce a girl on Thursday. The Journal-World notes its policy to correct significant errors upon notification.
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Christopher and
Rachael Gehringer
Lawrence
Angela and
Matthew Ashburn
Robert Wintle
Ashley Hout
Ben and
Kacy Postlethwait
Gas prices dip to $3.57 at BP near 19th and Haskell
The Journal-World reports fuel at $3.57 a gallon at the BP station at 19th Street and Haskell Avenue with a tip line 832-7154 for lower prices. Local motorists are urged to report cheaper fuel if found.
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The
Journal-World
Lawrence man charged with aggravated assault and property damage
Douglas County prosecutors charged 20 year old Phillip Edward Rogers with aggravated assault and criminal damage to property after a 3 45 am arrest in the 1800 block of Almira Avenue following a domestic disturbance. Bond set at 5000 with a Monday 2 pm court appearance.
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Douglas County
Lawrence
Phillip Edward Rogers
Rogers
Almira Avenue
Pinecone Drive
Red Shoe calendar seeks volunteers for 2012 fundraiser
Willow Domestic Violence Center seeks volunteers to wear red high heels for its second Red Shoe calendar, a fundraiser aiding survivors with shelter counseling and advocacy. The 2011 calendar sold out 500 copies and raised about $20,000. nominations for 2012 close September 2, open to Douglas and Jefferson county residents.
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Willow Domestic Violence Center
Willow Center
Kansas University
Bill Self
Lawrence
Tarik Khatib
Mike Dever
Matt Brungardt
Cathie Rodkey
Douglas, Jefferson
Scot Pollard
Steve Sell
Garry Gribble
Willow
Kids invited to spend a day in the great outdoors
Clinton State Park hosts O.K. Kids Day on August 13 featuring a morning fishing derby at Lake Henry, a noon hot dog lunch for the first 200, and a snake show and tell in Campground No. 3. Biologists will teach fish identification and casting, with prizes for biggest and most fish, followed by venomous snake talks and a free snake booklet.
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Clinton State Park
State Park
Lake Henry
Kansas
O.K
Sherri Withers
Withers
Clintonsp
Community Forum Seeks Nominations for Calendar Photos
Franklin County residents can submit nominations online at willowdvcenter.org or call Aimee Bradshaw at 785 220 0205. Photos should be taken by September end and calendars ready by mid November for the Christmas shopping season. health reporter Karrey Britt is reachable at 832 7190 and blogs at WellCommons.com.
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Franklin Counties
Willowdvcenter.org
Aimee Bradshaw
Karrey Britt
WellCommons.com
Twitter.com
Theatre Lawrence nears goal after Beach Foundation gift
Theatre Lawrence reports a $300000 donation from the Ross and Marianna Beach Foundation brings the campaign to build a 300 seat theater to $4.4 million raised of $5.3 million goal with $900000 still needed before September to avoid losing $1.5 million in matching funds. The new facility will replace the current 15th and New Hampshire site in Bauer Farm near Sixth Street and Wakarusa Drive. A Friday public forum at the Lawrence Public Library will discuss redistricting with KU professor Burdett Loomis and state analyst Corey Carnahan, sponsored by the League of Women Voters.
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Ross and Marianna Beach Foundation
Theatre Lawrence
Northwest
Lawrence
Mary Doveton
Beach
Douglas County Bank
Hays
Bauer Farm
Sixth Street
Wakarusa Drive
15Th and
New Hampshire Streets
Lawrence Public Library
Corey Carnahan
Kansas Legislative Research Department
Burdett Loomis
Kansas University
Legislative
State Board of Education
League of Women Voters
Lawrence-Douglas County
Wyandotte County
U.S. House
Kay Hale
Lawrence Douglas County League
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Justin Briggs
Natalie Drive
Jayhawk
Kbritt
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Christine Metz
Bedmartine.com
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Wellecommons
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Brandon Woods
Alvamar
Carmel Drive
Brandon Woods Senior Living
Jan Maddox
Fivestar ™ Senior Living
Inverness Drive
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