Questions arise over SRS funding increase in Kansas
Legislators and advocates dissect how the Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services handles a 6.6 million funding rise aimed at services for people with disabilities. They question delays in spending and a plan to use funds only to reduce waiting lists, bypassing those needing more extensive support. Deputy Secretary Pedro Moreno says the money would assist 285 unfunded people as lawmakers seek answers on program scope and faith based initiatives.
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Rare East Coast quake shocks millions from Georgia to Canada
A magnitude 5.8 earthquake rattled the East Coast on Tuesday, felt from Georgia to Canada. It was the strongest in the region since World War II, prompting fears of explosions or attacks in major cities. The White House reported no major infrastructure damage.
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Scientist Team Wins NIH Grant for Dental Filling Material
Jennifer Laurence of Kansas University and colleagues secured a $1.8 million five year NIH grant to study improvements to polymer material used in dental fillings. The award supports research into quality of life improvements in oral health.
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Downtown Lawrence Parking Meters Free on Certain Thursdays
City announces upcoming Thursdays when meter feeding is not required in downtown Lawrence. Details will be provided in notices closer to each date and posted at parking kiosks and city website.
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Freshman Class Impacts Free State High Daily Life
Nyle Anderson observes the freshmen surge at Free State High School in Lawrence. The new class disrupts lunchroom dynamics and traffic, adding buses, parent drop offs, roadwork, and crowded cafeterias as upperclassmen adjust to the larger freshman presence.
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KU student featured in Time cover story
KU junior in global studies Howard Sypher is highlighted in Time magazine’s The New Greatest Generation cover story for veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan using leadership skills at home. He helps Team Rubicon with disaster relief in Alabama and Joplin, plans to direct its Kansas City foundation, and envisions public service or medical work while urging veterans back into the workforce.
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City moves to require signage for higher sales taxes
City commissioners directed staff to draft a policy requiring businesses that charge a sales tax above the standard rate to post a sign alerting customers. Existing special taxing districts Bauer Farm and The Oread hotel would be covered, with signs possibly placed on the public right of way. A formal vote is expected in four to six weeks after further research.
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