Test free path approved for KU admissions policy change
Kansas Board of Regents approved a test free option for University of Kansas admissions beginning summer term enabling automatic entry for applicants with at least a 3.25 GPA. A second path allows admission with a 2.0 GPA and ACT of 21, restoring a clearer process after pandemic disruptions.
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Dust storms, wind topple semis across Plains
A powerful storm sweeping the Great Plains caused zero visibility west of Wakeeney Kansas as strong winds toppled at least four semitrailers. Interstate 70 and nine northwestern Kansas highways were closed amid high winds, with tornado warnings issued for parts of Nebraska Missouri and Kansas. Fire risk rose along the storm’s western edge and several fires led to small evacuations, while officials noted extreme weather links to climate change.
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Possible omicron case identified in Kansas health update
Kansas health officials identified a potential omicron COVID-19 case with two suspected instances over the weekend. one was ruled out by genetic testing and the other awaits results. Gov. Laura Kelly said confirmation would not change ongoing measures as Kansas reports high daily cases and hospitalizations while booster uptake remains low.
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