Death marked in Kansas homicide near Lawrence
The body of 34 year old Wales of Eudora was found after a house fire at 1104 East 1200 Road south of Lawrence on November 3 2017. Deputies initially responded to a reported fire and gunshots. firefighters recovered the victim who was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities say the homicide investigation is ongoing with two suspects later announced Evans and Towell. Wales had prior domestic cases with Evans including battery and property damage. Wales worked as an HVAC technician for River City Heating and Cooling and attended Perry schools. Law enforcement noted no charges yet in this late 2017 Douglas County tally of ten homicides.
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Bird City
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Colyer outlines plan for state government changes
In a 35 minute news conference in his redecorated office, Kansas Lt Governor Colyer pledged major personnel and restructuring actions, hinted at executive orders, and discussed KanCare 2.0, Medicaid work rules, and future lieutenant governor choices. He criticized expanding Medicaid despite Trump admin signals and noted ongoing talks with lawmakers.
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Debate over lower food sales tax amid Kansas budget concerns
Lawmakers push a constitutional amendment to cut the tax on groceries while preserving other local rates. Testimony highlights cross border shopping to Colorado and Nebraska, with Dairy and farm voices supporting affordability and growth, and revenue impacts discussed by the Department of Revenue. Debate centers on replacing grocery taxes with income tax, potential school funding effects, and election timing.
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Local births reported by area families this week
Nicole Parent and Christopher Ruby of Tonganoxie welcomed a boy on Wednesday. Carmen Cooper of Topeka welcomed a boy and a girl on Thursday. Kristen and Grant Myers of Lawrence welcomed a girl on Thursday. Kim Robertson and Sloan Beerbower of Oskaloosa welcomed a boy on Thursday. Christy and Bryan Miller of Lawrence welcomed a boy on Thursday.
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Journal-World notes policy on correcting significant errors
The Journal-World explains its policy to correct all significant errors brought to editors' attention. Readers are urged to contact the newsroom at 785-832-7154 or via email at news ljworld.com to report mistakes.
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