Burglaries decline after summer spike in Lawrence
Lawrence police say home burglaries rose across the city in May to July with about one per day. From May 1 to July 31 there were 93 aggravated burglaries, dropping to 45 from August to October as police credit media coverage heightened awareness and tougher police action. Suspects Markcus Sanders Cody Barnes and Ronnie Taylor were convicted in several cases.
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Lawrence residents to appear on HGTV show Home Strange Home
Two Lawrence homeowners Nick Schmiedeler and Randy Walker are set to feature on HGTVs Home Strange Home. Schmiedeler at 710 Missouri St is highlighted for his Kan sas Rust Cottage and episode 108 tentatively premieres Jan 27 at 11 p.m. Walker appears in episode 107 with his Museum of Odd.
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Cancer metastasis breakthrough tested at Wichita State
A Wichita State University scientist tests a possible breakthrough in how cancer spreads, aiming to reveal mechanisms of metastasis that could guide new treatments. Page 3A.
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Schools embrace open source learning in Lawrence plan
Lawrence public schools begin a pilot of web based open source learning materials to replace textbooks. Assistant superintendent Adam Holden says the approach could transform access to high quality resources, with district wide rollout possible in two to three years if bond funding passes.
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