Law adds texting ban will apply in Lawrence
City staff attorney Scott Miller notes the state texting while driving law applies to Lawrence with a minimum fine of eighty dollars under the city code. Voters can find campaign contribution data at the Kansas Secretary of State site and federal data at the FEC site.
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Question for Sound Off Line Invites Your Call
A brief note invites readers to call 832 7297 with questions or comments for the Sound Off column, encouraging public participation and local concerns. The item emphasizes the channel for community input and does not specify a deadline or topics.
Mass Street chat yields casual downtown walks
Jeff Smyl a cook from Edmonton Alberta describes a hot cup of coffee and strolling downtown with friends. Leslie Yearout an English journalism major from Lake City mentions grabbing ice cream with roommate Chelsea while walking Mass Street.
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City bids to host Special Olympics drawing big state support
City officials push a bid to host the Special Olympics with private donors. Leaders say the 3000 athletes 1000 coaches and officials and thousands of family members could bring about 40 million to Lawrence. A site decision is expected by year end with several cities bidding.
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City Commission Briefs on Portable Toilet Rules Near Stadium
City commissioners discussed regulating portable toilets near Memorial Stadium aiming to curb yard installations after KU home games. They trimmed scope to residential property with exemptions like Girl Scout camps and require removal by the Monday after a KU home game. Exceptions possible for back-to-back games. Street closures for KU football parties on September 2 and October 21 are planned. The panel also supported seeking a federal grant to expand electric vehicle fleets, pending cost details, with a mid‑September decision expected.
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Pep rallies approved in Massa block area
A local school or district approves pep rallies in the 1000 block of Massa Avenue or Massa Street, outlining location, dates, and safety or scheduling notes for student events.
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City poll asks about hearing protection and EV fleet plan
A local poll asks residents if they adjust stereo or portable player volume to protect hearing. In a separate question, residents weigh whether Lawrence should add more electric vehicles to its city fleet. results show 47 percent No and 46 percent Yes with 5 percent Not sure.
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