KU dorm name idea sparks local history debate
Lawrence readers are asked whom a KU dorm should be named after. Jon Snyder of Lawrence suggests Clyde Tombaugh, the Pluto discoverer and KU alumnus, while another commenter cites Native American heritage tied to the area. The prompt appears in a Lawrence Public Library feature with responses directed to page 1A.
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Lawrence Public Library
Haskell
Jon Snyder
Lawrence
Pluto
Clyde Tombaugh
Street Inquiries Spur Online Visit to Ifworld.com
A prompt directs readers to visit Ifworld.com on the street to share a journey image and discuss the site. The suggestion blends urban exploration with social media style participation, inviting passersby to post impressions and experiences.
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Ifworld.com
Topeka Man Pleads Guilty To Thefts In 2013 Case
Robert Lee Davis 39 pleaded guilty in Douglas County District Court to aggravated burglary and theft tied to a 2013 Lawrence crime. He stole a credit card from a basement apartment in the 900 block of Ohio Street and used it at Topeka businesses. Sentencing is set for 4 p.m. March 25 with a recommended seven-year term.
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Topeka
Lawrence
Douglas County
Charles Branson
Robert Lee Davis
Ohio Street
Davis
Lawrence couples welcome newborn boys this Wednesday
Katy and Peter Anderson introduce a son in Lawrence this Wednesday. Jennifer Nyberg and James Hilty announce a baby boy born in Lawrence on Wednesday. Abby Eisman and Austin Vickers share news of a Lawrence boy born this Wednesday.
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Katy
Peter Anderson
Lawrence
Jennifer Nyberg
James Hilty
Abby Eisman
Austin Vickers
Regents back KU cancer center bid for NIH designation
Kansas regents endorsed Kansas University Medical Center’s pursuit of a NIH comprehensive cancer center designation, a step above the current national cancer institute status. Officials cite broader research, treatment, and policy impact as pivotal and note Kansas health metrics and tobacco use affect the region’s cancer burden.
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Regents
KU Quest For Cancer Center
Toppeka
Kansas Board of Regents
Kansas University Medical Center
National Institutes of Health
National Cancer Institute
KUMC
Doug Girod
Girod
St. Louis
Denver
Dallas
Omaha
Kansas
Missouri
Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
Kansas Regents Study Impact of Same-Sex Marriage
The Topeka committee of the Kansas Board of Regents plans review of how legalization of same-sex marriage could affect state universities. Regent Fred Logan expects a Supreme Court ruling this year on constitutional right to marry or recognition of out‑of‑state marriages, with potential effects on student housing and employee benefits. Authorities in several counties have begun issuing licenses. Kansas bans still acknowledged by state.
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Toppeera
Kansas Board of Regents
Fred Logan
U.S. Supreme Court
Logan
Supreme Court
Kansas
Utah
Oklahoma
Kansas City
Douglas
Sedgwick
State of
County OKs capital improvement plan for 2014 19
Douglas County Commission approved a five year capital improvement plan outlining infrastructure projects including a new 14.5 million Public Works building set to open in April and 6.5 million in fairgrounds renovations. Road safety upgrades total 2.38 million along East 1700 Road north of Baldwin City.
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Douglas County Commission
Pubic Works
Douglas County Fairgrounds
Lawrence
Sarah Plinsky
Baldwin City
United Way of
Douglas County
Topeka man in shooting trial linked to girlfriend’s gun
Trial testimony ties Walker to the Cedarwood Apartments fatal shooting of Roberts as Morrison recounts buying a 9 mm Ruger for protection. Detective Lawson linked Morrison's shoebox gun to the crime scene while Walker described a struggle and his relationship with Roberts. The case includes Morrison’s gun’s serial number and a video interview with Walker after his arrest. The trial continues with further sessions planned through Friday.
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Asia Morrison
Topeka
Walker
Roberts
Cedarwood Apartments
Morrison
Lawrence
Cedarwood
Jaime Lawson
Lawson
Club Magic
W. 24Th St
Archie Robinson
Air Jordan
Sarah Swain
Red Dog’s Dog Days workout and community events
A busy datebook lists a 6 a.m. Red Dog’s Dog Days workout at Allen Fieldhouse on the second floor. Morning toddler and preschool storytimes are at Lawrence Public Library and Prairie Park Nature Center, with additional activities including a Native feminism talk, hospice volunteer session, gaming for youth, an indoor farmers market, a chorus rehearsal, a dinner with big band music, and a benefit acoustic showcase for Willow Domestic Violence Center at Slow Ride Roadhouse.
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Allen Fieldhouse
South Side
Naismith Drive
Lawrence Public Library
Vermont St
Prairie Park Nature Center
Harper St
Alderson Auditorium
Kansas Union
Jayhawk Blvd
VNA
Maine St
Cottin’s
Massachusetts St. KY
Murphy Hall
American Legion Post
Sixth St
Willow Domestic Violence Center
Third St
Legislators Hear Call For Marriage Support Programs
Glenn Stanton of Focus on the Family told a Kansas hearing that married people are healthier and happier than unwed peers and that divorce imposes a large social cost. Teresa Collett cited successful Ramsey County counseling and described marriage reforms as a path to lower divorce rates, while Rep. Valdenia Winn pressed for caution over outdated data and criteria for judging a good marriage. Kansas trends show declines in both marriage and divorce rates from 1990 to 2012. Current law allows counseling mandates only when children are involved and lacks a universal waiting period.
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Glenn Stanton
Colorado Springs
Colo
Kansas
Stanton
Teresa Collett
University of St. Thomas
St. Paul
Minn
Ramsey County
Minnesota
Valdenia Winn
Kansas City
U.S
Sound Off contact details noted for reader questions
The notice provides a phone number 832-7297 and an email address soundoff ljworld.com for readers to send questions or comments. It invites direct communication and reflects a reader feedback feature.
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Ljworld.com
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