Why fix a system that isn’t broken in Kansas education
Saturday Column argues against dismantling Kansas higher education governance. It notes the current regents system works well, warns the 11 member council plan adds cost without clear gains, and highlights Washburn’s push and community college funding as key issues. It urges focusing on funding and accountability rather than new governance.
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Arrests May Clear Four Robberies in Lawrence Area
Lawrence police and Topeka detectives link two white men in their 20s to five armed robberies in Lawrence and nearby Topeka. Investigators, awaiting police reports, anticipate charges next week from the Douglas County District Attorney.
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Taco John’s
Senate split on late term abortion clash in Kansas
Senate President Dick Bond and House Speaker Tim Shallenburger clash over a late term abortion ban as a conference committee works on a unified approach. The Senate seeks a ban on partial birth abortions and other third trimester limits, while the House pushes restrictions after 24 weeks with life of the mother exceptions.
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Higher ed plan meets skepticism
A Kansas House panel presenting a plan to overhaul postsecondary education faced strong skepticism at Kansas University. KU officials warned about potential funding gaps for a 138 million restructuring and possible salary shortfalls. The panel plans 15 statewide meetings to gather input before refining a proposal to replace the Board of Regents with the Kansas Council on Higher Education.
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Study tallies high cost of Jayhawk merchandise
A Smart Money Real-life index in March 1998 ranked five universities by campus item prices. UCLA led in eight categories, with KU in second, followed by Indiana UNC and Kentucky. KU’s higher tally reflects bundled costs like reunion tickets and donations, not single item prices.
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