Lawrence City Commission meetings scrutinized in year end review
Editorial notes Lawrence holds weekly City Commission meetings with occasional study sessions and breaks for holidays. It compares Lawrence with Lenexa Manhattan Olathe Overland Park and Topeka where schedules vary from twice monthly to weekly. The piece argues Lawrence values deliberation and community engagement, citing a 2007 Rock Chalk Park incentives matter and noting commissioners will continue to meet to examine issues from every angle.
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Caribbean tourism outlook amid gradual Cuba opening
Andres Oppenheimer analyzes IMF economist Rafael Romeu's study projecting 3.5 to 5 million U.S. visitors to Cuba annually only with broad policy changes. The Caribbean would gain up to 4 percent in total tourism as Cuba absorbs demand, while destinations like Cancun and Aruba may lose without diversification and price adjustments. Romeu cites WTO views and notes gradual shifts will give Caribbean nations time to adapt toward broader offerings beyond sun and beach.
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East Lawrence neighbors defend ELNA role on Ninth Street plan
A resident urges fair representation in the Ninth Street arts corridor project, defending ELNA as the sole East Lawrence body engaging residents through mail, meetings, and open participation. The letter cautions against mischaracterizing ELNA as power grabbing and notes a $500,000 grant for planning costs.
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Old Hometown Years ae in 1914
Lieut N S Burdick U S N visiting Lawrence says rough heck sailors fade as naval life grows to mechanical, educated, serious. He commanded torpedo boat destroyer Jouett during Vera Cruz occupation and will sail to San Francisco for Panama exposition opening.
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Journal World Letters Policy for Public Forum Submissions
The Journal World outlines letter guidelines for the Public Forum, limiting to 250 words or less and excluding name-calling or libelous language. The paper may edit letters without altering viewpoints and requires the writer to provide name, address, and telephone number. Submissions may be mailed to Box 888 Lawrence Rs. 66044 or emailed to letters ljworld.com.
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