KU approves 4.8 million Wescoe Hall renovations
The Kansas Board of Regents authorized a 4.8 million project to Wescoe Hall on KU's campus. It expands an earlier plan by replacing a warped concrete slab and adding 10 classrooms, a new handicapped entrance, fire code upgrades, and a 1.35 million dollar heating and cooling system amid a pending air quality study led by KU medical school experts responding to reports of brain tumors among staff.
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Bush accuses Iran unit of aiding Iraqi attacks
President Bush charges the Quds Force, an Iranian elite unit, with arming Iraqi insurgents with deadly armor piercing weapons. He vows to take action, saying he intends to do something about it. Washington report from Page 7A.
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Libby Defense Heads to Quick Close in Perjury Trial
The Libby defense rested after the judge barred much of their classified evidence. Libby chose not to testify, ending the brief defense in the perjury case.
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Quote on Valentine's Day plans amid Northeast blizzard
Skip Daniels, the emergency management director in Sussex County New Jersey, says he is trying to decide where to take his wife for Valentine’s Day as blizzard conditions and widespread power outages disrupt romantic plans across the Northeast.
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American Cancer Society Relay for Life Douglas Seeks Participants
Coming Friday the American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Douglas County invites participants for this year’s event, aiming to unite communities in fundraising and awareness efforts. Local teams, sponsors, and volunteers are encouraged to register and join the event lineup planned for Friday.
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Lawrence Homeless Census Finds Families Predominate
A Lawrence census of homeless residents shows that children and parents of young children form the majority of those without shelter. On January 29, 413 people were homeless, with 81 families accounting for 232 individuals. Margene Swarts of Neighborhood Resources notes the finding as significant and calls for further study.
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Students push bill to curb bullying in schools
Topeka debate centers on House Bill 2310 seeking anti bullying plans and state reporting of incidents. supporters cite cyberbullying and enduring harm while critics say the measure is too broad and should focus on education and prevention.
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Generation gap at nursing homes divides 70 and 90 year olds
In The Sequoias and other retirement communities a rift has grown between older residents and newer, younger seniors over dress codes dining styles and social spaces. The clash reflects broader intergenerational tensions as baby boomers age and the share of 65 plus residents rises toward 2030.
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