Woodlawn teacher wins $5,000 Dedication to Education Award
Lori Sinclair, a Woodlawn School third grade teacher, received the Dedication to Education Award from the Lawrence Schools Foundation worth $5,000. Principal Jeanne Fridell praised her as a "rock star" for going the extra mile to help students, including coordinating resources when a student faced dental injury.
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Lawrence menorah lights spirit and cans for hunger aid
Rabbi Zalman Tiechtel led a Hanukkah menorah lighting in front of Lawrence City Hall marking the second night of Hanukkah. The 8 foot long menorah used 560 cans donated by local businesses to feed food pantries, symbolizing light and small deeds that can change the world. Local officials attended, and the event included donuts after the ceremony.
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Missing KU student found safe after abduction scare
Overland Park police say 19 year old Aisha Khan was not abducted after a missing person report from KU Overland Park campus. Authorities contacted Khan, verified her safety, and said no charges will be filed. Khan had left a voicemail saying she slapped a man who tried to kiss her while studying outside. Her sister found only her book bag and cellphone. Khan lived in Olathe and attended Johnson County Community College. FBI and local police had investigated the case as an abduction.
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Former KU athlete wins Brazil's version of The Apprentice
Jana Correa, a Kansas University volleyball alum, won Brazil's The Apprentice. Friends in Nebraska and Lawrence followed live feeds and praised her as a fighter. Correa played at KU from 2003 to 2006 under coach Ray Bechard, and her win was announced by Joao Doria.
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Kansas versus USC basketball clash Friday preview
Friday brings a major matchup as the Kansas men’s basketball team prepares to face USC. Coaches and players discuss keys to the game, with analysts noting pace, defense, and potential lineups for the upcoming showdown.
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