Audit results loom for Oread hotel taxing district
City officials promise public release of the Allen Gibbs & Houlik audit into the Oread hotel special taxing district which has raised over 2 million for the local development group. Commissioner Matthew Herbert says they will inform all involved and disclose findings to prevent surprises while examining concerns about district management and private business use. An odd listing shows Oread Wholesale L.C. at the hotel address, a wholesale supplier of construction materials, prompting scrutiny ahead of a page 2A follow-up.
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Lawrence School Board Seeks New Superintendent
Lawrence district is among at least six in the region seeking a top administrator. Board President Vanessa Sanborn expresses optimism that Lawrence will attract strong candidates despite statewide openings.
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Kansas foster agency chief rebuts anti gay adoption claims
Kansas Department for Children and Families Secretary Phyllis Gilmore rejects charges of blocking same sex couples from adopting. She says decisions aim to place children with relatives when possible and in their best interests, with contractors required by law to prioritize family connections.
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Thunderstorm High: 65 aloes Today's forecast
Forecast page notes a thunderstorm risk with high around 65 degrees and potential storms across the region. NWS shows gusty winds and brief downpours possible today. Residents are advised to secure outdoor items and monitor local alerts.
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Deaths
The obituary notice lists deaths and public notices with contact details. A brief report notes community loss and honors longtime residents as local officials acknowledge the passing of cited individuals.
City to pay 18000 in trash truck injury case
Lawrence City Commission may authorize an $18,000 settlement to a man struck by a city trash truck last year. The page 3A brief notes the proposed payout and the incident context.
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