Trial for downtown sex assault continued
The trial for 53 year old Lawrence man Carlton M. Grass charged with aggravated sexual battery and aggravated criminal sodomy was continued. Grass has had three attorneys, with the latest saying full criminal history is needed and could affect the case. Prosecutors seek background data from Minnesota and California as Grass awaits a pre trial investigation. He was extradited from Oklahoma after an incident in June 2014 involving a highly intoxicated woman in downtown Lawrence. Bond remains at 50000 dollars. Next hearing is 1 15 p m December 16 likely to set trial.
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Distinguished KU professor to give inaugural lecture Thursday
Rolfe Mandel, Kansas University anthropology professor and university distinguished professor since 2014, will deliver the inaugural distinguished professor lecture at 5 30 p m Thursday in the Summerfield Room Adams Alumni Center. Mandel directs the Odyssey Geoarchaeological Research Program and has 35 years of work on geologic processes shaping the archaeological record in the United States and eastern Mediterranean.
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Two Lawrence residents charged in burglary and theft
Billy Joe Johnson age 38 and Amanda Irene Dillingham age 27 face charges after a weekend burglary in the 700 block of East 1100 Road south of Lawrence. The duo allegedly stole a purse and a Volkswagen, then used a stolen credit card at local businesses. Johnson faces multiple counts, with potential 21 year maximum. Dillingham faces several theft and credit card charges, potential five year maximum. Bond set at 75000 for Johnson and 30000 for Dillingham. Court next at 2 p.m. Thursday with assigned attorneys Jim Rumsey and Skip Griffy.
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Lawrence school board weighs hiring search firms for new superintendent
Vice President Marcel Harmon and Director of Human Resources David Cunningham proposed sending requests for proposals to several firms. The board will review cost options at Monday’s public meeting, with an estimated $30,000 from the general fund. A firm could broaden the search to find candidates aligned with community desired traits, while timelines push for posting by December end and a potential Dec 14 vote on the chosen firm.
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KU advises on OMA leadership and inclusion push
Kansas University's Office of Multicultural Affairs seeks a new director. Candidate Brown emphasizes expanding Hawk Link for first year students and summer pre college programs. He highlights mentorship by EU alumni, community partnerships, and a culture of social justice to boost recruitment and retention.
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Admiral Harris warns of Asia-Pacific nuclear threats and joint U.S. rebalance
Admiral Harris argues many Indo-Asian allies distrust each other while North Korea led by Kim Jong Un remains the top Pacific threat. He notes China's rising power and military spending, citing Deng Xiaoping and Xi Jinping, and stresses the U.S. rebalance as a value-driven effort. He spoke to about 75 ROTC students including Marines, Army, and Navy.
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