Laws govern abandoned unlicensed pickups and open fires
Megan Gilliland says unlicensed vehicles on city streets can be cited immediately. For registered vehicles left over 48 hours, officers issue a citation and warning, then return after 48 hours to verify movement. if unchanged, a second citation and possible tow follow. Report viol ations to the Lawrence Police at 785 832 7509.
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Megan Gilliland
Lawrence
Poll world survey on in-home detectors and threshing bee visit
A weekend poll asks if you have working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors at home with options Yes No Not sure. It cites LJWorld.com responses showing 56 percent no and 43 percent yes for a threshing bee question.
Wild horse adoption sales lag at Hays auction
A Bureau of Land Management event at Fort Hays State University Pavilion drew many spectators but few buyers, with only nine horses and burros sold from about 50 animals available. Adoptions start at 125 dollars, plus a 500 dollar care allowance for horses over four years, but enthusiasm remained limited as auctions continued Friday and Saturday.
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Tony Krizek
Hays Daily News
Early Social Security retirements rise amid job losses
The Social Security trustees warn benefits will exceed tax income through 2011 and again in 2015 as 78 million baby boomers retire. Early claiming reduces monthly checks, with full benefits at 66 worth 75 percent if started four years early and 32 percent more if delayed to 70. Individuals cite health, finances, and fear of layoffs guiding early retirements.
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Teens to be honored by city
The city will recognize Mehl and Waugh for intervening during an armed attack, aiding authorities to arrest Nichols near the scene. Police credit their actions with stopping the attack and providing crucial information. City officials note the award underscores community partnership with the police.
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Andrew Wiebe
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Funeral industry braced by recession and cremation rise
The Cremation Association of North America projects cremation rates to exceed 44 percent by 2015. Bart Yost of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home notes local rates higher due to community makeup and urges families to plan ahead. Economic strain reduces spending on facilities and keeps prices steady as families divert funds.
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Lawrence
Yost
Couple survives carbon monoxide exposure at home
A couple endured a carbon monoxide incident with about five percent exposure while a friend at the house for 40 minutes felt unwell. They now own three detectors after installing a ventilation system for a faulty roaster and vow the house is the safest in the four-state area.
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