KU Student Gianfranco Villagomez-Saldana Found Dead
Lawrence police say a body found Monday at 837 Avalon Road is believed to be KU student Gianfranco Villagomez-Saldana, 23, of Lima Peru who had been missing since Saturday after a party near Ninth and Michigan. Preliminary investigation finds no foul play. family confirmed the search was halted.
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KU mourns loss of bright friendly KU student Gianfranco Villagomez-Saldana
Friends describe Gianfranco Villagomez-Saldana 23 a KU computer science graduate student from Lima Peru as bright and friendly with an ever present smile after he disappeared and a body was found in a Lawrence backyard Monday. Police reported no immediate foul play.
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KU researchers mint brain building implant for rats
KU School of Medicine neurobiologist Randolph Nudo and Case Western Reserve’s Pedram Mohseni developed a 3 by 3 millimeter implant powered by a watch battery. The device records sensory signals and stimulates motor regions to restore function in brain damaged rats, suggesting potential stroke and head injury therapies.
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City Hall nears funding a $100K arts and culture director
Lawrence cultural district report urges a new city staff director of arts and culture to coordinate assets and events in downtown and East Lawrence. A pedestrian bridge on the Kansas River could aid access as the nine member task force presents its final findings to city commissioners.
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Schools eye $12.5 Million for Capital Projects
Lawrence school officials proposed spending 12.5 million this spring and summer on building repairs furniture replacement and other large costs. The plan runs alongside the 92.5 million bond approved in April and envisions 25 million more over three years for a total of about 37.7 million through 2017. The yearly capital improvements plan is funded mainly from an eight mill property tax.
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Weather Outlook Delivers Warmer Temperatures Across Area
The forecast calls for a mild day with a high near 34 and a low around 14. Skies stay mostly sunny as residents expect a warmer trend, with page 12A offering full regional details.
Audit Finds Weak Passwords Endangering State Systems
An audit flags state computer systems housing confidential data as vulnerable due to weak passwords such as Password 1234 and Potato 2. The issue on page 3A highlights security gaps and potential unauthorized access risks.
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