Lawrence task force presses on reforms for district schools
The Central and East Lawrence Elementary School Consolidation Working Group continues its mission to cut six schools Cordley Hillcrest Kennedy New York Pinckney and Sunset Hill to three or four within two years. Superintendent Rick Doll urges a clear direction and notes shifting factors since the charge. The group weighs whether to propose closing one school rather than none and hints at evolving consensus.
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City plans four public plots for gardens and markets
City commissioners review a plan to designate four city owned parcels for community gardens or market farms to provide free fruit and fresh produce for local schools. KU basketball rises in AP poll to seventh as team improves after 74 71 loss at Missouri.
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Quote on voting ID law and citizenship proof
Quote from Louis Goseland of RanVote Coalition criticizing prior implementation and calling for fixes before adding proof of citizenship for first time voters. Article cites state photo ID voting rule and new citizenship requirement.
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Valentine White Chocolate Scoop Recipes
As Valentine's Day nears, a feature on white chocolate explores its use in desserts and gifts. The piece previews recipes and ideas for incorporating white chocolate into festive treats.
Bill would toughen stalking and abuse laws
A bill in the Kansas Legislature seeks to raise stalking and protection from abuse orders to a level five felony and extend order validity to life. The measure, HB 2613, aims to ease relief for victims like Kristen Beaudette, whose assailant exhas faced prison terms and parole looming in June. Kansas officials say the change would reduce repetitive court re filings and improve protection for abused individuals statewide.
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Brownback dinner meetings under Open Meetings review
Governor Sam Brownback held private dinners with lawmakers at the official residence where taxes education funding and water policy were discussed. The Shawnee County District Attorney probes potential Open Meetings Act violations amid ongoing questioning of what was discussed and how much interaction occurred. Brownback says the meetings were not unusual and officials defer specifics due to the investigation.
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Fire destroys city maintenance facility near Haskell Ave
A two alarm fire in Lawrence destroyed a city maintenance facility near 12th Street and Haskell Avenue early Monday. Crews responded around 5 a.m. to 1141 Haskell Ave. City Manager David Corliss said the building appears to be a total loss and salvage efforts for tools will be limited. The adjacent public works garage was spared.
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