Spanish language rise in Lawrence prompts calls for translation aid
Law rence residents who speak Spanish are becoming more common but city policies remain unchanged. Officials note growing Spanish speaking clients, police training in survival Spanish, and emergency services considering Language Line translators to avoid life and death delays. Fire and medical staff discuss three way translation for rapid care.
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Winter weather closes Lawrence schools for first time in years
Kansas University classes proceed while Lawrence public schools and surrounding districts cancel due to dangerous wind chills. Supt Randy Weseman cites students lacking proper cold weather gear and notes lost instruction will be made up later. Police report up to 70 accident calls as city crews work 12 hour shifts to salt and sand 375 miles of streets amid melt refreeze risk.
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