Gift of Music Echoes at Free State High School
Arlee Crossett 15, inspired to pursue music professionally, received an upgraded flute during a surprise moment in band class at Free State High School. Teachers and friendly donors helped celebrate the gift, highlighting Crossett’s early passion for music.
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Lawrence school board seeks say on police HQ plan
Lawrence school board leaders urge a formal say in the city plan for a 17 million police headquarters on a 16 acre site across from Free State High School. Board President Shannon Kimball cites the district as a major landowner and fellow government body needing more information and input before decisions proceed.
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Property tax lid harms cities and counties in Kansas
Officials told an interim legislative committee that the 2015 property tax lid, capping revenue increases at inflation unless voters approve, is harming cities and counties. League of Kansas Municipalities deputy director Trey Cocking said the measure infringes on representative democracy, while panel members mostly remained unmoved.
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