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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 2016
Page
2
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Valarie Eileen Blomquist died February 7, 2016 at age 66 after a life of faith and service. She was born April 28, 1949 in Thief River Falls MN to Wilfred and Doris Langness, survived by seven brothers, two sisters, three sons, two daughters and nine grandchildren. A memorial service was held February 12 at 505 Monterey Way Lawrence KS with private burial at Oak Hill Cemetery. Memorials may go to Lawrence Bible Chapel.
Memorial services for Rebecca Elaine Fabac will be held Friday February 12 at 4 pm at Eudora Baptist Church in Eudora Kansas.
Chancellor Gray-Little said KU faces potential state budget cuts as the Legislature nears adjournment. Faculty salaries are a concern, with no expected extra state funds this year despite some legislators’ support. The Far Above campaign continues toward 1.5 billion, and a diversity action plan plus a branding refresh are planned this semester.
Kansas University plans a $350 million Central District redevelopment via a public private partnership. KUCDC, a Kansas nonprofit LLC, will be audited annually and subject to open records. Bonds issued by Wisconsin Public Finance Authority fund the project with Edgemoor overseeing development.
Lawmakers question KU financing for the Central District project and the use of a Wisconsin agency to issue 327 million in bonds. Officials cite legal authority but admit process concerns. Budgets may restrict KU spending and halt lease payments if amendments pass. University vows flexibility to cover tuition and housing revenues and seeks legislative guidance.
Statehouse reporter Peter Hancock can be reached at 354-4222 or phancock ljworld.com.
Lawrence Journal World lists office at 645 New Hampshire St Lawrence KS with main phone lines for news general manager Scott Stanford editors classifieds and subscriptions. Phone numbers include 785 843 1000 800 578 8748 832 7277 832 2222 and 832 7199 with directs for classifieds and subscription services.
Gabriel Jacobson and Cindy Dunham of Lawrence welcome a girl. Tuesday Matt and Stephanie Christenot of Lawrence welcome a boy. Tuesday Keith and Kathryn Vane of Baldwin City welcome a girl. Tuesday Alan and Nicole Martin of Lawrence welcome a girl.
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