Fluoride Fight Returns in Lawrence Water Debate
Jessica Thompson and Richard Simms revived a campaign to keep fluoride out of Lawrence water after a 500-signature online petition and media coverage. Veteran activist Mark Gietzen, known for Wichita abortion clinic protests, helped draft the anti fluoride bill introduced by State Rep. Steve Brunk to require municipalities with fluoridated water to notify residents that "the latest science confirms that ingested fluoride" is harmful.
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Mark Gietzen
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Wichita
Steve Brunk
Senator pushes essential KU Med Center education facility
Kansas University Medical Center supporters warned a $75 million health education campus is essential for accreditation. Senator Laura Kelly urged state aid during a House committee meeting, noting the current building is outdated and unable to be renovated. Governor Brownback's budget proposal offered no funding to retire a bond needed for part of the project.
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Escaped horses found shot to death investigation opened
The sheriff’s office is investigating after escaped horses were found shot and dead. Reporter Sara Shepherd details ongoing inquiry and statements from authorities. Local officials urge anyone with information to come forward.
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Douglas County man outraged after two old horses shot on his property
Darrel Harden reports two aged horses wandered from East 250 Road south of Stull for days before neighbors found them dead. Sheriff’s Office says case under investigation and the shooter could face animal cruelty charges. Harden criticizes the act as senseless and harmful to the neighborhood.
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Weather Today Forecast From Local Page 10A
Cold with some sun today with a high near 22 and a low around 15 degrees. The forecast appears on page 10A and promotes social media presence for the publication.
University Senate urges Board to suspend social media policy
The University Senate approved a resolution urging the Board of Regents to suspend the social media policy adopted in December. This action reflects campus concern over how the policy governs online conduct and speech.
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