Kansas budget battle pits tax cuts vs funding schools
House Appropriations and Senate Ways and Means begin line-by-line review as Kan sas University and KU Medical Center budgets face reductions. Governor Brownback champions income tax cuts to spur growth, while critics warn of harm to education and social services. Lawmakers split between tax cuts and substantial spending reductions, with debates over who bears the burden and what services are funded.
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Livengood Emerges as KU Feature Twirler and Coach
Liv Engood stands as KU Marching Jayhawks feature twirler, uniquely choreographing and coaching her routines. She practices with the band and alone in Robinson Gym preparing shows, while also performing at home football games and select basketball halves. She plans to compete across state and national circuits and seeks a successor before graduation, fueling fan engagement at Memorial Stadium.
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Community volunteer opportunities in Lawrence area
Ballard Community Services seeks a Friday afternoon volunteer at its North Lawrence location from 1 30 to 4 30 pm to greet clients and assist with the food pantry and other resources. Must be 18 plus, with good communication, and training provided. Contact Derek at 785 842 0729 or Derek ballardcenter.org.
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Kansas lawmakers weigh change to school sports governance
Lawmakers debate lifting the dual participation ban that blocks high school athletes from competing with club teams. Proponents argue governance should include more parent input, while opponents warn of practice and competition imbalances.
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Blue Valley Northwest High School
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Topeka
Schmidt
Activities Association
Kansas State Board of Education
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Kshsaa
Ed Trimmer
Winfield
House
Trimmer
Kansas
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Ratilwell
Kansas State High School Activities Association
Merrick
Senate
Education reporter Peter Hancock contact and social handle
Education reporter Peter Hancock can be reached at 832-7259. Follow him at Twitter dot com slash LJWpqhancock.
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Kansas University
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Local News Center Contact Details
Lawrence KS news center lists address 645 New Hampshire St and phone numbers 785 843 1000 and 800 578 8748 for reader calls and submissions. The note emphasizes direct call access for inquiries and services.
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Lawrence Journal World Post and Contact Details
Published daily by The World Company at Sixth and New Hampshire streets Lawrence KS. Postal and contact details provided for address changes and customer inquiries including telephone and toll free numbers.
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