Economists rate Obama policies fair or poor in AP survey
Washington AP economists split on Obama economic policy with 36 responding to a December survey. Half rated policies fair, 13 called them poor, five gave good marks, none rated excellent. Critics say distraction by health care reform and stimulus design undercut recovery amid 2012 concerns.
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Obama Campaigns Deep in Iowa as GOP Roars
In Des Moines area Obama for America reports eight offices and 350000 calls to potential supporters plus 1280 events to recruit and train volunteers. Obama runs unopposed in Democratic caucuses while Republicans compete, with volunteers emphasizing ongoing effort and frustration over unmet campaign promises.
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Blood drive and donation hours announced in two towns
A 3 30 p m briefing at Lawrence Memorial Hospital rooms A and D 325 Maine and a blood drive in McLouth Friday at First Baptist Church 100 W Lake St run from 3 p m to 6 p m. Eligible donors must be at least 16 years old and weigh at least 115 pounds. Appointments at savealifenow org or 888 647 4040.
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KDOT approves K 4 road work in Kansas
Kansas Department of Transportation announced bids for state highway projects including 4.3 million dollars in recycle and overlay work on 30 miles across Shawnee and Jefferson counties. The K 4 section in Shawnee County from US 24 east junction to US 59 north, then along US 59 to the Atchison County line, plus work on Kansas 245, will be awarded to Hamm Inc. of Perry for the Jefferson County portion.
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Lawrence Man, 20, Arrested on Drug Charges
Lawrence police arrested 20 year old Bounsouay Khan ya after stopping two people in a parked car on Adam Avenue near Clinton Parkway. He appeared in court Wednesday charged with five counts including possession of marijuana with intent to distribute near school property, felony drug paraphernalia possession, misdemeanor paraphernalia possession, no drug tax stamp, and interference with law enforcement.
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Blood drives urged as supply runs low in region
The Community Blood Center of Kansas City seeks donations amid illness and holiday travel reducing donors. The center serves 70 area hospitals including Lawrence Memorial, with each pint aiding two patients. Daily need is at least 580 pints. Readily accessible drives in Lawrence include Crown Automotive today from 9 to 11 30 a.m. and the Lawrence Public Library from 2 to 5 30 p.m. Tuesday details continue.
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Community Blood Center
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Lawrence Public Library
Beechcraft contests Air Force contract for AT-6 over Embraer A-29
Hawker Beechcraft alleges procedural issues in an Air Force procurement while noting its $100 million investment to meet requirements and that the AT-6 demonstrates in Air National Guard tests. About 1,400 employees in 20 states rely on AT-6 and T-6 programs, as Embraer remains the sole competitor for the 35 to 55 aircraft deal worth up to 950 million, with a Jacksonville, Florida build plan if chosen.
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Troopers Seize Large Drug Haul in 2000 Case
Wichita troopers recovered 3383 pounds of marijuana from a tanker near Goddard in November 2000. Lacking storage at the Wichita facility, the evidence was moved 100 miles to Salina while the driver awaited trial. Troop F serves Sedgwick and 12 surrounding counties as state eyes a new $4 million center near Kansas 254 and Rock Road.
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Juana
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Rock Road
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Sedgwick
Kansas
Snowy Owls Draw Crowds in Kansas Sightings Grow
Agricultural agent Otto in Junction City notes last Kansas sightings around 2001 02 and 2005 06 with more attention now as people are more connected. A birdwatcher from Wichita reports photos from Quivira Refuge and Otterno remarks about sightings, email lists, and digital sharing aiding discovery.
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Topeka
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Paul Griffin
Quivira National Wildlife Refuge
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