Slick Fraser and the Johnny’s Tavern Horse Ride Legend
Richard "Slick" Fraser, 82, recalls riding a horse into Johnny's Tavern, a tale long told in local lore. His photo albums show decades of horses, friends, and family on ponies, including a saddled Derecompiled display of a rare Trail horse trick.
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Richard Fraser
Sky King
Johnny
Slick
Richard “Slick” Fraser
North Lawrence
Fraser
Oskaloosa
Pleasant Street
Billy Cook
Lawrence
Redwing
County to hear flood insurance update
Douglas County commissioners will hear a Wednesday presentation on changes from the Biggert Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012. The act requires FEMA to adjust the National Flood Insurance Program to improve financial stability, potentially raising premiums for some county property owners.
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Douglas County
Federal Emergency Management Agency
FEMA
High school debate teams face costs for nationals
Law rence and Free State high schools prep for December tournaments with aims at national slots and titles. Coach Jeff Plinsky recalls last summer's Birmingham trip, funded by Lawrence Schools Foundation grants of 3000 per school, enabling May practice and travel. Teams rely on school support, volunteers, and community backing to cover travel, entry fees, and per-event expenses as they compete across the state.
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Lawrence
Free State
Lawrence High School
Jeff Plinsky
Birmingham
Ala
Fourland Park
Bum Steer BBQ Returns in Lawrence at 19th and Haskell
The bygone Lawrence eatery Bum Steer BBQ has made a comeback at 19th and Haskell and plans to reintroduce a barbecue buffet. Page 5A.
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Lawrence
19Th
Haskell
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