Metsker Family Celebrates 150 Years Farming in Douglas County
The Metsker brothers settled in Lawrence in 1858 after emigrating from Germany. They bought 240 acres for 1200 dollars, built a log cabin and later a two story house, marking four generations of farming in the area. Community event Saturday honors long timeDouglas County farms and recognizes local families who have kept farms operating through generations.
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Metsker Farm: From Dairy to Seed and 4-H Roots Persist
Phillip Metsker and his family, long tied to Douglas County farming, shifted from dairy to hogs then seed sales as pork prices fell in the 1990s. Hogs left, seed and row crops remain, with hopes the sixth generation will sustain the land for 150 more years. Jennifer Lee, 30, imagines sustainable agriculture and restoring the 1869 farmhouse while grandchildren raise 4-H projects.
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Police enrolls 19th Citizens Academy in Lawrence
The Lawrence Police Department seeks applicants for its 19th Citizens Academy running October 5 to November 4. About 15 to 16 residents will attend five weeks of classes on topics from interrogations to gangs while learning how officers operate beyond daily patrols. Applications due September 17 at lawrencepolice.org.
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Special Olympian to compete in World Games
Lawrence athlete Brady Tanner, a 250 pound Special Olympian powerlifter, was named one of three Kansans to join the Special Olympics World Games in Greece from June 25 to July 4. He aims for four gold medals, with his mother and Kansas Special Olympics officials praising his potential.
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