Lawrence man pleads no contest to two aggravated sexual battery counts
Joseph C. Hess, 37, pleaded no contest to two counts of aggravated sexual battery, both level five felonies, avoiding trial on eight additional charges. Convicted on Dec. 20 in Douglas County District Court, Hess likely faces the lowest sentencing tier with options of probation or prison under state guidelines.
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Watch ing Winter Eagles guided tour at Prairie Park Nature Center
Lawrence Parks and Recreation plans a Thursday January 6 guided field trip from 9 a.m. to noon to observe wintering bald eagles along the Kaw and at Clinton and Perry lakes. Open to ages 18 plus, $15 per person, meet at Prairie Park Nature Center 2730 Harper St. Registration online or at city facilities. call 785-832-7980 for details.
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County weighs mask mandate as code red looms
Douglas County Unified Command will hear recommendations from public health officials before the County Commission votes, likely January 12, on a countywide mask mandate. Officials note code red triggers rise in cases and limit gatherings. omicron cases remain limited, booster uptake remains modest but rising locally.
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