Lawrence Mayor Jeremy Farmer resigns as Just Food head
Just Food announces Lawrence Mayor Jeremy Farmer has stepped down as executive director amid a $50,000 payroll tax liability with the IRS. Elizabeth Keever named interim director as the board and leadership review potential state tax obligations continue.
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Just Food board president cites attention lapse on taxes
Kristi Henderson faces questions over $50,000 in unpaid taxes stretched from early 2014 into 2015 as the Just Food board president says the issue reflects a lack of attention to detail. More details appear on FARMER, page 2A.
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Veteran Kansas lawmaker concessionaire to close Aug 31
Don Wistuba, a longtime fixture in the Kansas Statehouse since 1976, said he is closing his concession business due to a shrinking, year‑round Capitol staff and competition from free food provided by lobbyists. The business will end August 31.
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Doll Eyes Possible Teacher Walkout at Last Minute
Lawrence Superintendent Rick Doll signals potential movement by teachers at the final moment, suggesting tweaks or actions may occur before a planned schedule. The comment frames a tense, late decision window affecting schools and staff.
Shifting of teachers eyed to cut district costs
Lawrence school district officials monitor enrollment daily as Aug 19 start approaches. Superintendent Rick Doll says a key cost cutting plan could cut sections per grade if enrollment allows, discussed at the school board meeting Monday night.
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Lawmakers oppose Kobach plan to purge suspense voters
Four Kansas lawmakers spoke against Secretary of State Kris Kobach's proposal to cancel voter registration applications after 90 days if proof of citizenship or information is not provided. The remarks came at a meeting of the Legislature's Administrative Rules and Regulations panel, which cannot veto regulations.
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Judge voids Kansas same sex marriage ban ruling
A Kansas judge declares the state’s same sex marriage ban unconstitutional following a recent U S Supreme Court decision. The ruling affects marriage rights statewide as legal experts weigh the impact and timelines for enforcement.
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