Baker University president bids farewell in final address
Outgoing Baker University President Pat Long spoke at Founders Day about the school’s 156 year history and its people. She highlighted Methodist roots, leadership changes, and expansions that strengthened revenue and reputation while praising faculty staff alumni and trustees.
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Lawrence Parks and Rec Offers Two All-Day Kids Camps
Lawrence Parks and Recreation plans two all-day programs Thursday and Friday. Kids Day Off runs 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Holcom Park Recreation Center for ages 5 to 12, including swimming, crafts, and games. Wild Things Camp runs 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Prairie Park Nature Center for ages 6 to 10 with animals, hiking, and crafts. Costs are 45 and 50 dollars respectively. bring sack lunches. Registration online at www.lprd.org or at facilities.
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State Board of Education weighs easier tech ed licenses
Kansas schools could hire career and technical education teachers with occupational competency permits rather than full licenses. The plan would allow licensed professionals and industry cert holders to teach part time in districts, while districts request the permits and no broad state licensure would apply. Some board members want further relaxations, while the process requires multiple legal steps before final adoption.
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Overland Park
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Shot at Peppertree Apartment leaves man unharmed and recovering
In Douglas County a gunshot shattered a quiet night at the Peppertree Apartments as a stray bullet missed arteries and forced a man named Gibson to witness a tense sequence. He described a domestic dispute across the hall and recounted the emergency response, recovery, and his expectations to regain full fitness within a year.
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