KU Feels State Cuts As Federal Research Funding Drops
Kansas University's 2013 annual financial report shows federal grants and contracts down 11.3 percent from 2012 to 2013, with sequestration effects evident. Tuition and housing revenue rose while athletics gifts grew, yet state cuts to higher education totaling 13.5 million over two years loom in next year's results, impacting KU Medical Center most.
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Lawrence group explores local currency for city use
Lawrence residents study a Lawrence Community Currency Initiative to create a local currency usable in many shops. Michael Almon says it would complement the dollar and support local businesses, with electronic options more feasible today. The group plans months of research before deciding on a launch.
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Swig Dairy gets new boiler through donations
Swig Family Dairy restored milk sales after donations funded a used boiler. Manager Marty Falkenstien said the North Lawrence store at 622 N Second St resumed pasteurizing heat on Monday with skim and 2 percent milk arriving, and whole and chocolate milk expected the next day. A second Swig store at 724 SW Gage Blvd in Topeka and Baldwin City Market will also stock milk by week’s end.
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KU Faculty Panel Pushes Advisory Social Media Policy
Policy scrutiny follows Policy Guth remarks sparking Republican criticism and nationwide university backlash. Levy warns four point rule may affect research and teaching while judges that vague bans could violate First Amendment. Panel favors advisory stance to protect free expression and highlight social media benefits.
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Bedbug policy debated as landlords may fund treatments
City officials said the policy leaves who pays for bedbug heat treatments unclear, risking civil disputes. Pest control estimates range from 900 to 2000 dollars per unit while complaints have risen since 2013. Officials will discuss with landlords and revisit policy in weeks. Commissioners issued an RFI for broadband partnerships and approved a 1.2 million fire engine and ladder truck purchase to replace aging units.
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Burglary Suspect Tied To Two Store Break-Ins
Dillons the suspect caused about 500 dollars in damage to ceiling tiles and light fixtures and assorted medications were taken. McKinley said the circumstances surrounding this burglary and the one on January 9 have led police to believe the incidents are related. Early on the morning of January 9, a suspect caused similar damage to the store and stole nearly 300 dollars in prescription drugs including hydrocodone and vicodin.
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Births in Linwood and Lawrence Continue Family Growth
Alejandro Marquez and Katherine Diaz of Linwood welcome a boy born Tuesday. Howard and Amanda Graham of Lawrence welcome a boy and celebrate a new addition to the family.
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