Bert Nash Faces Funding Cuts Hit Douglas County Health Services
The Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center loses 785000 in state funding due to budget cuts, cutting services for low income and uninsured residents. Since 2007 it has seen 1.4 million in state and local funding reductions, with Medicaid funding cut by 10 percent statewide, prompting reductions in hospital transition and housing assistance programs serving about 15 residents annually.
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State budget cuts threaten prison closures and parole risk
Kansas officials warned during Senate hearings that cuts may close prisons or release hundreds of offenders from parole supervision as state lawmakers face an unprecedented budget crisis. Roger Werholtz said the situation is dire and may force difficult choices, while chairman Jay Emler acknowledged the pressure to discuss tax increases. The 2010 legislative session begins in January amid ongoing reductions.
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R-Lindsborg
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Kansas lawmakers weigh texting while driving bill
The Senate Ways and Means Committee moves to introduce a 2010 bill banning texting while driving as a criminal offense with potential jail time. Chairman Jay Emler recalls an onroad example and notes studies showing higher accident risk for texting drivers.
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Senate Ways and Means Committee
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R-Lindsborg
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Bridge steel stuck in river delays next blast
Rex Fleming and Kansas Turnpike Authority contractors struggle to remove 250 tons of submerged bridge steel from the Kansas River near Lawrence after blasts fail to free the section. A bigger bulldozer and possibly an early Christmas aid are sought to resume the $130 million overhaul timetable.
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Swine flu vaccine for children recalled in Kansas
About 800,000 doses of swine flu vaccine for children aged 6 months to 35 months were recalled after tests found potency dropped post shipment. The recall is precautionary with no safety threat. distribution affected 25 Kansas counties, including Douglas, with KDHE guidance to complete two-dose series if not yet done. Local lines advised no action for most, and questions directed to the KDHE helpline.
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Kansas Department of Health and Environment
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Douglas
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Jefferson
Shawnee
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Crafty octopus builds coconut shelter seen as tool use
AP photos show an octopus near Indonesia collecting coconut shells for shelter in a move researchers say is the first evidence of tool use by an invertebrate. Museum Victoria released the image. Australian scientists filmed the behavior.
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Lawrence Plans Festivities for Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
Lawrence showcases planned events ahead of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday with organizers naming activities and schedule details for Thursday celebrations.
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