1997 Weather in Lawrence Shaped by Snow and Drought
Lawrence saw 22.6 inches of snow this year, 3.3 inches above the 19.3 inch average, with a cooler, drier pattern overall. Agricultural experts note above average harvests for wheat, corn, and soybeans, while lawns benefited, and forecasters expect snow to melt quickly this weekend as warmer weather returns. Kansas State University climatologist Mary Knapp cites incomplete city data and KU’s role in reporting weather figures.
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Lawrence
Mary Knapp
Kansas State University
Knapp
Kansas University
Exemption eases Douglas County property tax impact
A two year property tax exemption on the state school levy saved Douglas County residents just over 1 million dollars for 1997. 25,404 properties benefited with savings up to 62.10 per parcel. The exemption applies in 1998 as well and is seen as a temporary fix while critics call for broader tax reform. Individual reactions vary as tax bills remain influenced by rising valuations and local mill levies.
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Douglas County
Eugene Rocker
Pat Wells
Lawrence Mill
Holiday pet gifts may lead to stressed pets and shelters
The Lawrence Humane Society warns Christmas gifts of pets often fail due to owner responsibility and holiday stress. Pets face new environments, toys, and people which can trigger anxiety and health risks, leading to higher veterinary bills and returns to shelters after the holiday rush.
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Kimberly Roberts
Lawrence Humane Society
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