Educators fee stress over school consolidation bills
After a tense hearing the Kansas House Education Committee chair said action to force consolidation of more than half the state's districts is unlikely this year. Several school related bills remain, including tighter bond controls and expanded private school scholarships. Superintendents warn moral toll on staff as debates intensify. Baldwin City would be merged under House Bill 2504 in Douglas County.
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New grant program could fund Lawrence crowd events
City Commissioners consider a transient guest tax program using 150000 annually to back grants for Lawrence events. A seven member advisory board would select recipients in two funding cycles yearly, with final approval by the City Commission. The program draws from the 6 percent hotel tax to boost tourism arts and culture.
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High school feminist clubs grow in membership and activity
Young feminists and feminist clubs at local high schools have expanded since their inception. Join us for updates and community news at LJWorld on Facebook and Twitter.
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