Kansas plans staggered vaccine rollout amid storage and ethics hurdles
Kansas health officials map phased distribution from 23 750 initial doses to Phase 1A targets 35 000 to 40 000 two dose recipients. They weigh who goes first including inmates and staff, with storage at minus 15 to minus 80 C and ultra cold chain logistics. Authorities stress vaccination uptake and outreach to skeptical residents while healthcare networks push clinics to vaccinate during routine visits. Kansas News Service partners KCUR KMUW High Plains Public Radio report.
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Lawrence High basketball teams at risk due to close contact exposure
Boyle stated coaches and players on Lawrence High boys junior varsity and varsity basketball were exposed after close contact during Friday games and Saturday shoot around and games. The district varied in mask use by location, with no masks worn in Liberty and mask rules influenced by county guidance and host mandates. Jeff Dickson noted district policy defer to local public health rules and parental choice for masks when Manhattan hosted events.
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Paisano's to Close in Lawrence as Kwik Shop Plan Moves On
Paisano's at Holiday Plaza near 25th and Iowa faces lease loss and closure after 18 years under Butland. The owners plan to keep Paisano's Ristorante in Topeka while seeking new local work. La Estrella and The Wine Cellar also face relocation timelines as city planners review the Kwik Shop project with a large 8,300 square foot store, fueling and car wash features.
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Douglas County Commission weighing zoning changes and funding details
Douglas County commissioners plan a 4 p.m work session and 5:30 p.m meeting to discuss two rezoning requests. Cody Taylor seeks 3.5 acres at 145 East 1250 Road from general business to Ag-2 for a home. Garber Enterprises wants 11.5 acres near East 902 Road from cluster development to Ag-2 for a mini storage, with a 2017 conditional use permit. They will also consider a 2021 legislative priorities statement, funding for a behavioral health center, South Lawrence Trafficway expansion, and Kairos House funding. The meeting is at the county courthouse with remote access options.
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