NAACP criticizes Lawrence district over South Middle racism probe
Lawrence NAACP leaders express disappointment with the school board for accepting a teacher resignation without naming the individual. The letter questions how investigators notified parents about interviews and accuses officials of inadequate disclosure in the South Middle School racism inquiry. Ursula Minor signs the letter as local NAACP president.
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Moderate Republicans gain power in Kansas House and Senate
Peter Hancock reports that Ron Ryckman Jr. of Olathe was elected speaker of the Kansas House and Susan Wagle of Wichita won another term as Senate president. Moderates captured majority leader roles in both chambers with Don Hineman and Jeff Longbine taking top leadership spots. The House Democratic leader post shifted as Jim Ward narrowly defeated Tom Burroughs 21 to 19, while Senate Democrats saw personnel changes but no contests.
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Kansas House
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Andover
Susan Wagle
Wichita
Senate
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Topera
Olathe
House
Don Hineman
Dighton
Jeff Longbine
Emporia
Jim Ward
Tom Burroughs
Kansas City
City to vote again on parking plan for HERE site
The City Commission will reconsider final approval of an off site parking lot for the HERE apartment complex after a zoning debate raised concerns about density rules. Residents argued planners misrepresented the land development code, as the eight story HERE building sits on Indiana Street near Memorial Stadium with a maximum density of 32 dwelling units per acre.
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Lawrence businessman plans large gun range near jail
Lawrence entrepreneur Steve Robson proposes a 12,000 square foot gun range and gun store on vacant property beside Ace Bail Bonds, with 10 shooting lanes and 6,000 square feet for sales. He frames the plan as suitable for the area, noting nearby facilities and absence of schools or homes.
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Ace Rail Bonds
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