Fiddling championship fosters community in Kansas
The 33rd annual Kansas State Fiddling and Picking Championships drew musicians and spectators to South Park. Eight categories judged on rhythm and creativity, while fans jammed along and formed bands after years of participation, sharing a strong community spirit.
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City’s middle schools adopt hybrid grading for sixth graders
Lawrence public schools shift to a hybrid system where sixth graders receive A through F course grades on report cards while still earning standards based marks for behaviors like preparedness attendance listening and time management Officials say the change clarifies expectations for parents and preserves behavioral indicators on the side.
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Just Food to Begin Monday Produce Giveaways
Just Food starts a Monday morning produce giveaway at 10 a.m. for Douglas County residents in need. Free produce will be available at the Just Food Mobile Food Pantry located at 1000 E. 11th St every week during the growing season except Labor Day, thanks to generous donations from local gardeners and favorable weather.
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KU researchers win grant for standardized speech test
A Kansas University led team has secured a $1.7 million grant to develop a standardized test for clinicians and scientists to treat people with communication disorders. The project aims to provide consistent assessment tools to improve diagnosis and therapy outcomes.
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