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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 2010
Page
5
Kansas University forensic accounting students share guardrails against identity theft and fraud. They describe using tools like SmartSwipe readers, anti fraud pens, checking charity credibility, and spotting fake websites. They warn about hidden cameras, keystroke loggers, and deceptive online prompts.
The class recalls Robert Courtney, a Kansas City pharmacist, and American Therapeutic Corporation, as leaders were arrested in October for a 200 million fraud. The remarks tie fraud schemes to falsified records and Medicare billing. Comments by Mary Lacy, KU student from Houston, highlight hands on learning and interest in real world cases.
Baker University held its annual gala and auction Live from the Orange Carpet at the Hyatt Crown Center Kansas City raising 174115 for the scholarship fund. Panda Restaurant Group founders Andrew and Peggy Cherng matched with 86000 from Baker alumni. Other business and bank news from Douglas County and Lawrence noted with awards and industry conferences.
Lawrence Douglas County Fire Medical chief Mark Bradford lauds Lexie Engleman for nearly 30 years of service and pioneering role as a woman firefighter. Engleman recalls early doubts from male peers, her teamwork with colleagues, and pivotal incidents including 1986 response to Mark Blair’s death and MagnaGro factory fatalities. She plans a quieter life on 50 acres between Lawrence and Lecompton and visits with her son in Kansas City.
The Douglas County register of deeds records 123 mortgages in the weekly period ending Thursday. Breakdown by dollar value and borrower details not provided in the available text.
A 24 inch water main break on Saturday prompted city crews to close the 700 block of Kentucky Street in Lawrence. Utilities manager Jeanette Klamm said water remains available to all homes and businesses while repairs begin Monday delayed by wind chill and line size. a detour will reroute traffic and reopening is expected midweek.
Two men fled a pick up truck along the tracks near Interstate 70 and later turned themselves in. Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office says the men were allegedly looking for a restroom when their vehicle became stuck. A Union Pacific crew member reported seeing two individuals run from the truck just before the collision.
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