Safety concerns rise around New York Elementary expansion
Protective fencing was added this week after an 8 year old boy suffered a traumatic head injury at the New York Elementary School construction site. Residents voice worries over lax safety since renovations began months ago as part of a $92.5 million district bond approved in 2013.
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LMH Leader Gene Meyer to retire in 2016
Gene Meyer longtime president and CEO of Lawrence Memorial Hospital announced plans to retire in May 2016 at age 63 after 18 years leading LMH. He credited a strong leadership team and noted LMH’s national awards from Truven Health Analytics and Becker's Hospital Review.
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Four men arrested after early pursuit near Orchards Golf Course
Lawrence police with two K-9 units and a Kansas Highway Patrol helicopter pursued four suspects who fled from an apartment in the 1300 block of Westbrooke Street around 4 am. Officers recovered two weapons including a semi automatic rifle as the group scattered.
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School efficiency inquiry prompts district action
Legislators question aid-seeking districts about measures to raise classroom outcomes. Officials report plans and recent steps aimed at improving student performance and school efficiency.
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