Feminist writer Amanda Marcotte to speak at local panel
Amanda Marcotte will participate in a 7 p.m. panel at Ecumenical Christian Ministries, 1204 Oread, in a free event benefiting the Kansas NOW chapter. A book signing follows. In January KU recorded 68 signups for a new car sharing program with 67 hours of drive time using four Hertz cars priced at $8 per hour.
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Lawsuit claims man cut 62 trees for firewood sale
Douglas County man Mike Capra sues Overbrook resident Kevin G. Reece alleging removal of 62 trees from Capra's undeveloped property valued over 50 000 dollars. Capra says Reece cut trees on Dec 10 and Jan 15, leaving brush piles, with Reece’s son involved in selling the wood. Capra seeks redress for alleged theft and trespass. prosecutors declined charges. District Judge Paula Martin has not set a hearing.
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NBAF a priority still to Kansans
Kansas bioscience leaders say NBAF remains a top goal despite President Obama not proposing new funding in his budget. TOPERA chair Clay Blair notes Kansas must win the 650 million Manhattan lab and the 54 million Biosecurity Research Institute at Kansas State University as part of strategic plans. State officials vow to press ahead to secure the facility.
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