Library chairman runs for City Commission in Lawrence
Mike Machell, Library Board chair and vocal backer of an $18 million library expansion, filed Wednesday to run for a seat on the Lawrence City Commission. He cites corporate HR leadership and site-location experience to attract new employers to Lawrence and expand employment opportunities. He has served as human resources director for prior employers.
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Lawrence official candidate party seeks bioscience and outsourcing cautions
Lawrence candidate Machell argues the city should target primary jobs that bring outside money, especially high paying bioscience roles, while not ignoring lower level positions. He questions outsourcing trash service due to potential morale cost, and outlines filing timing for city commission races with March primary and April 5 general election.
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States budget outlook improves slightly amid deficits
A Wednesday report shows state budgets recovering as tax revenue edges up, yet 15 states face deficits this year totaling about $84 billion and 35 anticipate shortfalls next fiscal year. Illinois warns of a 47 percent gap. California forecasts a $19.3 billion shortfall, while Arizona pledges large cuts and debt.
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MU Newsletter Sparks Outrage With Kung Pao Kitten Recipe
A University of Missouri internal Staff Spotlight column featured a recipe called Kung Pao Kitten using kitten meat, prompting an anonymous complaint as offensive and insensitive. University officials say the item was not meant seriously, a staffer apologized, and future newsletters will undergo review to avoid similar content.
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Ex-KU player faces possible deal in gunpoint case
Defense attorney said a trial may be avoided in the case of former Kansas University football player Jamal Greene, charged with aggravated burglary and assault for allegedly holding four KU students at gunpoint May 14 at Tuckaway Apartments. Vernon Brooks faces related charges. both investigations involve drugs and money, with Greene scheduled for trial February 7.
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