Fitness teacher retiring at 51 after 29 years
Wilma Elder, 81, who taught dance fitness for Lawrence Parks and Recreation at Holcom Park Recreation Center, retires today. She led strength and low impact classes while music ranged from Glenn Miller to Frosty the Snowman, drawing longtime seniors and followers like Jan Braman.
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Retirements reception for Wilma Elder at Holcom Park Center
The reception runs 11 15 a m to 1 p m with a short program at 12 15 p m at Holcom Park Recreation Center 2700 W 27th St. Elder led senior dance classes loved by a large, loyal group that returns weekly. Jo Ellis notes Elder’s strong following and warm relationship with participants. Elder began teaching after her six children were grown and plans to continue attending classes after today.
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Shooting suspect arrested in South Pointe Apartments case
Lawrence police arrested Dustin Walker, 26, in the 1900 block of Haskell Avenue on charges of attempted second degree murder and being a felon in possession of a firearm. The shooting victim, a 23 year old Lawrence man, was hospitalized with abdominal injuries after a Sunday incident at South Pointe Apartments. Walker, on parole since April for aggravated battery, awaits an afternoon appearance with bond set at 350000.
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Recession dampens United Way Douglas County drive
United Way of Douglas County faces a $100,000 shortfall this year as the economy slows fundraising. The drive aims to reach 1.775 million, with 55 percent of donors as Leadership givers and 650+ new donors. End-of-year gifts are sought to hit goals, else grants may be cut.
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Deerfield joins Lawrence in first electricity tracking pilot
Westar Energy will equip 1500 Deerfield customers with smart meters as the city prepares a larger rollout. The $39 million SmartStar project, funded in part by a federal grant, will provide hour by hour energy usage data and connect meters to a central hub in Topeka.
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Lawrence
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Topeka
Hal Jensen
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