Charity leader tied to theft and questionable fundraising
Tonganoxie based Purple Heart Veterans Foundation faces scrutiny after an Aug. 7 Journal-World report linked a felony theft conviction to director Andrew Gruber and showed only a small fraction of donations reached veterans. Investigators note nearly 80 percent of 2010 funds, about 540000 dollars, went to Independent Promotions, run by Gruber’s brother Scott, while Gruber served probation for a 2000 rental car theft.
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16 Things KU Honors lecturer advises Itll be fine
A University Honors Lecturer Mary Klayder shares 16 personal anecdotes from her career advising students and performing as a clown in Denver and Kansas City, including a stint as Pockets in country clubs parties and on Shakeys Pizza ads. She explains how drawing and talking to people shaped her teaching.
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Massachusetts Street value and taxes rise over decade
The Journal-World analyzes Massachusetts Street from Sixth to llth streets, detailing ownership, property values, and tax changes since 2001. It notes the street’s mix of local and outside owners, with $81.2 million in worth estimated for 20H and a decade of growth reflected in tax values and occupancy.
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Who Owns Downtown Lawrence Map Reveals Property Ties
Journal World reporter Chad Lawhorn surveyed Douglas County appraiser and Kansas Secretary of State records to map property ownership valuations and tenant information for every building on Massachusetts Street from Sixth to 11th streets. The map is available at LJWorld.com.
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Downtown Lawrence owners discuss health and vacancies
Four prominent property owners and businessmen gathered for a roundtable on downtown Lawrence led by Chad Lawhorn. Participants Doug Compton George Paley Earl Reineman and Bob Schumm weighed the downtown economy and vacancy trends, noting a comeback phase amid broad retail challenges.
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Regents Seek Collaboration with Legislature and Governor
Members of the Board of Regents express willingness to work with legislators and the governor rather than against them, aiming for constructive cooperation on upcoming issues.
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