Rocky start tempers Kansas higher education talks
The Kansas Legislation and Regents seek better ties but early moves sour relations. Regents threaten to hold tuition steady to win restored funding, while lawmakers accuse them of using students as hostages. House and Senate leaders plan campus visits to foster two way communication and build a unified support base.
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Court Rebukes NRC Over Yucca Mountain Compliance
George Will reviews a DC Circuit ruling demanding the Nuclear Regulatory Commission stop flouting federal law in the Yucca Mountain licensing dispute. The piece cites Justice separation of powers concerns, NRC funding pauses, and past actions by ex-chairman Jaczko amid political pressure from Nevada figures and critics.
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Kansas higher education faces funding and policy battles
The columnist recalls sabbatical in upstate New York and condemns Kansas lawmakers for last minute budget maneuvers and hostile rhetoric toward universities. He notes a perceived antipathy toward higher education and questions lawmakers’ understanding of university funding and tuition trends.
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KU professor defends education amid funding cuts and tuition rises
Mike Hoeflich, KU Law, argues that two decades of campus funding cuts harm faculty staff and students. He contends legislators push for lower funding and higher tuition, undermining a goal of an educated Kansas workforce. He urges governors and residents to protect higher education.
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Old Home Town marks Lawrence’s pioneer era anniversary
A 1988 map and guide to 11 Lawrence historical markers and the Oregon Trail route was released, with plans to present to city commissioners. It coincides with the 125th anniversary of Quantrill’s Raid. Natural gas concerns warn Kansas customers of possible higher winter bills as Kansas Public Service Gas Co announces price hikes this week and more are expected by January.
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