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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 2013
Page
4
About $1,200 in copper hardware was stolen Tuesday from a computer services facility on Sunnyside Avenue, Kansas University. Police believe a burglar broke in, but no suspects identified. the incident may have occurred in the past month per a EU Public Safety Office report.
LJWorld readers share thrift finds and memories. Emeli Koleini, a veterinarian assistant from Kansas City, recalls snagging a 1938 Royal Magic Margin typewriter in perfect working order for just $12. The column invites readers to add their thoughts and responses.
Christina Pringle and Robert Moore of Lawrence welcome a boy on Wednesday. Bradley Johnson and Kelley Perrie Johnson of Lawrence welcome a girl on Wednesday. Erin Mills and Bryan Wilson of Ottawa welcome a girl. Luke and Michele Huerter of Lawrence welcome a girl. Brian and Kira Ptacek of Lawrence welcome a boy.
The Professional Practices Commission reviews complaints against teachers and license appeals, but inconsistent reporting by school districts and prosecutors hinders enforcement. Cases ahead include Wichita teachers Kurt Brundage and Calvin Andrews for sexual offenses, plus others in Clearwater Republic County Cheney Seward County and Manhattan.
Legislators and prosecutors strongly back enforcement groups as they push to refine the Hard 50. Kinzer aims to align the attorney general’s proposal with committee needs while supporters call for a quick fix ahead of the special session. Brownback signs proclamation for a session seen by critics as shielding a judicial appointment.
Rummage Church aims to increase downtown customers by holding a joint garage sale with First United Methodist Church. Organizers say the event benefits both congregations and the broader area. Ruth Swain notes the sale has become more organized over years, with a prototype plan created by two church members and refined annually.
Rummage events at Plymouth Congregational First United Methodist and Trinity Interfaith run Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. with multiple rooms of donated items sorted by department. Prices start at 25 cents with half off Saturday noon to 2 p.m. proceeds aid church missions and pantry needs. Caitlin Doornbos.
The event on Saturday offers free park entry with daylong activities for children, a free hot dog lunch for the first 200 attendees, and a 9 to 11 a.m. fishing derby at Lake Henry. Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks staff provide fishing IDs, casting tips, and hook-bait lessons, with poles and bait supplied, plus a goodie bag and prizes. An animal show-and-tell on snakes and turtles runs from 7 to 8 p.m. at Shelter 6, campground 3. all activities are free and open to the public.
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