Editorial: Some reasons for optimism in Lawrence 2018
An optimistic editorial highlights Lawrence growth and investment. Douglas County added nearly 9,000 residents since 2010, with growth rates topping urban Kansas counties. Permits reached 160 million dollars in new construction, while KU campus upgrades position it as a long term research center. The piece underscores a vibrant downtown, urban renewal potential, and prudent development planning to balance parking and growth. It urges leveraging strengths to propel Lawrence through 2018.
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Trump Divides America Threatening Unity at Year’s End
David Ignatius analyzes how partisan divide under President Trump has deepened distrust, weakened governance, and challenged nationwide unity. Polls show low approval, rising disapproval, and waning belief in reconciliation amid global scrutiny and historical echoes.
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Today in History December milestones
On December 29 1170 Thomas Becket archbishop of Canterbury was slain in Canterbury Cathedral by knights loyal to Henry II. In 1845 Texas was admitted as the 28th state. In 1890 the Wounded Knee massacre in South Dakota left about 300 Sioux killed by U S troops during a disarmament.
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Letters to the editor submission addresses
Readers are invited to send letters to the editor via mail to P.O. Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or via email at letters jworld.com for publication consideration.
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Coldest December 29 in twenty five years in 1917
Lawrence area records a 9 degree low marking the coldest December 29 in 25 years. A Delahunty Transfer Team horse incident damaged an electric light post at Eighth and Massachusetts. Internal Revenue Collector Pepperell announces 1917 income tax returns help sessions in early January with office in the Lawrence Court House. Unmarried individuals earning 1000 or more and married individuals with 2000 or more are urged to consult the tax official.
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