Roberts predicts U S military action in Syria
U S Senator Pat Roberts said in Lawrence that the United States is headed for war in Syria over reports of chemical weapon use. He cautioned against ground troops, urged presidential consultation with Congress, and noted public war weariness while signaling likely limited military options.
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Pat Roberts
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Syria
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Can
Lawrence Chamber of Commerce
Barack Obama
Roberts
Iraq
White House
Bashar Hafez Assad
Lawrence
Congress
Area farmers wait as early Douglas County corn harvest begins
Early corn harvest in Douglas County is under way mainly for silage and high moisture corn while many producers wait for grain to dry. With hot dry weather possible, harvest could begin in 10 days but most expect a later start. Yields may approach eight year average around 99 bushels per acre, better than recent years amid timely rains for Baldwin City areas.
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Douglas County
Bill Wood
Douglas
Wood
Steve Wilson
Baldwin Feed Co
Baldwin City
Court strikes down gun law similar to Kansas
A federal appeals court ruled against a Montana style act that shields guns made or kept in-state from federal regulation, aligning with a Kansas measure approved by Governor Brownback. The decision cites conflicts with federal authority and notes warnings from U.S. Attorney General Holder that the Kansas law is unconstitutional.
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Topeka
Kansas
9Th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals
9Th Circuit
Sam Brownback
U.S
Eric Holder
Brownback
Holder
Gill-Harrison Foundation makes largest gift to Community Foundation
Lawrence donors expand local giving as Gill-Harrison Foundation bequeaths the largest single gift in the Douglas County Community Foundation’s 13 year history. Beth Harrison, long-time Lawrence admirer now a Naples resident, praised the community’s culture and opportunities while noting the gift amount was not disclosed. The foundation, started by Tensie Oldfather in 2000, supports local philanthropy and services.
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Douglas County Community Foundation
Gill-Harrison Foundation
Phil
Harrison
Naples
Fla
Lawrence
Tensie Oldfather
Weather Forecast Sees Heat Peak at 96 Degrees
The forecast warns hot and humid conditions with a high near 96 degrees. Readers are directed to page 10A for today's detailed outlook and updates, with social media handles listed for LJWorld on Facebook and Twitter.
City approves porch furniture ban by commissioners
City commissioners on Tuesday narrowly pass a citywide ban prohibiting upholstered furniture on porches decks and patios. The ordinance targets safety and curb appeal, paving the way for enforcement citywide.
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