Meat prices to rise 5 to 8 percent next year says analyst
Market analyst Randy Black told the Kansas Livestock Association convention that consumer meat prices will climb to record highs due to drought curbing cattle production. He warned that about 70 percent of the herd has been affected, inventory will be down by about 1 million cattle by January, and closures of major plants and feedlots could follow as slaughter declines.
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Fans cheer as KU volleyball ousts Cleveland State at Allen Fieldhouse
In a 3 1 2 4 set NCAA opening win at Allen Fieldhouse about 3500 fans packed the barn. Allyson Hammond of Overland Park led enthusiastic supporters waving signs and dancing to Gangnam Style between matches.
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KU progress on campus accessibility for disabled students
KU has checked off 21 of 49 accessibility recommendations from a task force, reflecting a shift in attitude. Student Elizabeth Boreson notes improved campus openness, including a dorm sign change from handicapped to accessible, and says KU involves students in decision making with an administrator available for accessibility issues.
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Daughter charged in mother's death in Oklahoma
An Oklahoma woman, formerly of Lawrence, is held on bond after being charged with desecration of a human corpse in connection with her mother's death. The case remains under investigation as investigators sort details and authorities prepare formal charges.
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