Graves orders large budget cuts across Kansas agencies
Kansas faces 41 million in cuts with higher education losing 5.29 million and KU entities hit. Social services shrink, field offices close, and hiring freezes bite, while a 750000 statue atop the Capitol dome remains funded. Officials warn of staff layoffs and a 20 percent reduction in vehicle pool. Some schools receive funding tweaks. Local impact uncertain. government defends broad strategy.
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Schools to Suffer Budget Cuts Hit Kansas Universities
KU spokesman Kevin Boatright said deans were told to expect 3 to 5 percent cuts but Graves ordered a 1 percent reduction. KU Lawrence will lose about $1 million, KU Medical Center $783,000, with potential layoffs looming. Local districts face smaller base aid reductions, with Lawrence District about $443,000. Supt Weseman vowed to protect instructional integrity while trimming administrative costs. Oskaloosa and McLouth districts face $30,000 losses each, prompting frustration at state budget handling and legislative actions.
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Sidney Dorsey, 63, was sentenced to life in prison for ordering the murder of his successor Derwin Brown, plus 23 years for corruption. He must serve at least 18 years before parole. Prosecutor J Tom Morgan called the sentence a life term with no early exit. Dorsey maintained his innocence at sentencing.
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