Senate, House clash over $93 million tax relief circuit breaker
In Topeka legislators hustled through a special session to push a circuit breaker plan that would deliver $93 million in tax relief to businesses and homeowners as reappraisals spark higher local property taxes. House Speaker Braden criticized the measure, while Gov. Hayden weighs a smaller $43 million approach.
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Lawmaker condemns tax relief bill funding KU programs
Kansas State Sen. Wint Winter Jr. blasts a $93 million property tax relief bill he says would raid the Economic Development Initiatives Fund. The fund supports the Kansas Technology Enterprise Corp. and centers of excellence in biosciences and engineering at KU, costing KU $1.7 million this year and $3.5 million next year if enacted. Winter, in Topeka for a special session, vows opposition.
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Trafficway ruling leaves questions for Douglas County
The Kansas Supreme Court ruled that Douglas County exceeded home rule power by issuing 4 million in bonds for the 14 mile trafficway without a public vote. The decision leaves county officials to determine repayment and future steps, with possible repurchase of bonds and potential return to the state high court for guidance.
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Douglas County
South Lawrence
Douglas County Commission
Lawrence
Leslie W. Blevins Sr
Blevins
McKenzie
John Langstrum
Bob Fairchild
High Court
East Germans choose new party leader Gregor Gysi
East Germany's Communists elected Gregor Gysi a pro democracy opposition lawyer as their leader amid reforms. He pledged democratic socialism and coalition chances, saying the party is one among several in forthcoming elections. The party shifts away from a single path while maintaining its rule in East Germany.
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Communist Party
Moscow
Bulgaria
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Todor Zhivkov
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Lion girls win opener. boys fall to Shawnee Heights
Lion High School girls basketball opened with a win while the LHS boys lost Friday night at Shawnee Heights. The doubleheader showcased strong guard play from Lion and a tough defensive effort by Shawnee Heights against the LHS boys.
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Winter Outlook: Cloudy Sunday With Snow Chance
The forecast calls for a cloudy Sunday with a high near 36 degrees and a potential snow shower. A light wintry mix is possible in the afternoon, with minor travel disruptions likely.
Rebels End Coup Attempt at Philippine Air Base
Mutinous soldiers holding a major air base in the Philippines surrendered today, ending the sixth and bloodiest bid to topple President Corazon Aquino. The surrender concludes a dramatic clash as security forces moved to restore order.
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Philippines
Corazon Aquino
Organ on display at Corpus Christi Catholic Church
A six rank free standing pipe organ built by Reuter Pipe Organ Company was shown as a demonstrator at Corpus Christi Catholic Church 1100 Kagold Dr. The unit’s facade pipes were jammed in the sanctuary while awaiting sale after returning from an overseas church musician convention.
Holiday Bureau Finds More Working Poor Seek Christmas Baskets
Local social service leaders report a rise in working families applying for Christmas baskets with 383 of 783 applications adopted so far. Sue Beers of the Salvation Army notes many households struggle after rent and utilities, with requests leaning toward essentials like clothing diapers toilet paper and laundry soap rather to toys. Prices for toys have climbed, prompting emphasis on practical gifts.
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Kansan of the Year honors Lawrence businessman Bob Billings
Area business leader Bob Billings and Wellsville artist Elizabeth Layton are named Kansan of the Year and Distinguished Kansan of the Year by Kansas Native Sons and Daughters. They will be honored January 26 in Topeka on Kansas Day for Billings economic cooperation work and Layton's charitable art donations and national impact.
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Bob Billings
Wellsville
Elizabeth Layton
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Kansas Day
Topeka
Alvamar Inc
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Lawrence Memorial Hospital
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