Budget office urges 8 percent cut to higher education
Gov. Sam Brownback's budget office proposed about an eight percent reduction for higher education. Mary Jane Stankiewicz of the Kansas Board of Regents called it a significant slice while KU officials sought a $30 million commitment for a new medical education building at KU Medical Center in Kansas City Kansas. KU declined to comment.
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Elijah Johnson Back in Form in KU Win Over Colorado
Kansas University senior guard Elijah Johnson said his knee still limited him recently but he felt more like himself on defense during the 90-54 victory over Colorado. Johnson admitted he finally looked and played like the player teammates expect as KU pulled away.
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Michigan House Speaker backs right to work bills
Michigan House Speaker Jase Bolger urged passage of two right to work bills cited as upholding freedom fairness and equality. Governor Rick Snyder signed the measures into law later Tuesday in a move that reinforces Michigan as a right to work state.
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Christmas light display raises funds for food bank
Kent Fisher and family light up 909 Stonecreek Drive with a 15 minute show set to Trans Siberian Orchestra Brenda Lee and Coldplay to benefit Just Food in Douglas County. A 96 7 FM broadcast and text donations to 80888 raise funds with $10 feeding three families. over 700 has been raised.
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How to Donate to Local Food and Shelter Groups
The Fisher house at 909 Stonecreek Drive invites donations to support observers. Just Food accepts online gifts at justfood fund.org, text "justfood" to 80888, or drop food or money at the pantry located at 1000 E. Ith St.
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City moves ahead with extra library parking
Lawrence leaders advance a plan to fund 72 additional parking spaces beside the Lawrence Public Library via a downtown benefit district. A 20 day protest window exists, with city officials noting ownership mix complicates protests. final decision depends on noncity property owner support.
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Library to close for two weeks for expansion move
Lawrence Public Library will shut from January 7 for two weeks to relocate its collection to the former Border’s building at Seventh and New Hampshire streets. The move supports an $18 million expansion at the permanent site on Seventh and Vermont streets, with a hoped opening around January 21. Library director Brad Allen notes shorter closures possible if feasible.
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