Special education funding looming federal penalty in Kansas
State lawmakers warned of a serious federal penalty that could cost Kansas between 21 and 26 million dollars annually if state shares for special education are not raised. Democratic leaders urged Gov. Sam Brownback to restore funding, while the governor's office attributed current levels to the prior Legislature and offered to work with leaders.
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Students craft Valentine boxes from recycled materials
Diana Bailey and her fifth grade class at Deerfield School used recycled containers from home to create Valentine’s Day boxes, showing care and creativity in a classroom activity.
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Kansas Athletics ticket scam directors face up to 2 million payout
Three former Kansas Athletics Inc. officials face up to two million dollars each in monetary judgments after pleading guilty to wire fraud conspiracy in a ticket diversion scheme tied to KU football and basketball. The judge’s orders allow the IRS to claim proceeds to cover illicit gains, with over 19 000 diverted tickets identified. No restitution details appear in the orders.
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Kansas University
IRS
U.S
Wesley Brown
Charlotte Blubaugh
Tom Blubaugh
Rodney Jones
Jones
Brown
Fire destroys belongings yet spirits stay high for family
Jason Dye survived a recent string of hardships including a robbery at work and his fiancee’s pneumonia while his trailer home burned Tuesday. Only a drawer of underwear and a jewelry box contents survived, including $39 for his stepdaughter. He credits generosity around him and holds onto a scorched Fender Stratocaster, promising a fresh start as he says everyone is OK.
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Jason Dye
Tracy Cordray
Gaslight Village
Benefit Fund Established for Dye Cordray Family in Kansas
A benefit fund named the Cordray Travelbee Ben efit Fund has been created at Douglas County Bank to receive donations for Jason Dye Tracy Cordray and Cordrays four children. Contributions may be made at any bank location or mailed as checks to 300 W Ninth St Lawrence KS 66044-0429.
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Douglas County Bank
Jason Dye
Tracy Cordray
Cordray
Douglas County
Ninth St
Lawrence
Forecast Looks Warm Amid Snow Melt on Page 10A
The daily forecast shows a high near 44 degrees and a low around 27 as snow recedes. Readers are reminded to check Page 10A for full regional details and any travel advisories.
State lawmakers meet to discuss legislative session progress
A forthcoming Sunday meet will feature reporters gathering insights from state legislators on how the current session is progressing and what issues lawmakers highlight as priorities.
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