Lawrence High Class of 1985 recalls Srinivasan rap graduation
Lawrence High School yearbook features Sri Srinivasan as a top SCOTUS candidate with a vivid teen life. Photos show basketball, band, and a sunglasses graduation rap speech that surprised teachers. Former science teacher Ken nth Highfill notes his humor and inner personality.
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Heard on the Hill: Sara Shepherd
Sara Shepherd reports on Lawrence city happenings with local updates and community notes drawn from the Hill. The column covers civic events, neighborhood notices, and concise insights into city life for readers.
Speech Group calls KU to exonerate professor
The National Free Speech group urges Kansas University to clear Andrea Quenette, an assistant professor of communication studies, after she was placed on administrative leave amid discrimination complaints tied to her use of the N word and other remarks in class. The FIRE report highlights the case as KU investigates following student objections.
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SUV crash snaps pole shuts part of Iowa Street
An SUV traveling north on Iowa Street struck a utility pole around 1 p.m. causing the pole to snap and power lines to fall across the vehicle and ground. Fire and vegetation sparks followed, Westar Energy crews shut off power, and the driver exited safely with no injuries after a field sobriety test. The incident closed several blocks on Lawrence’s main avenue Friday afternoon.
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Kansas lawmakers push grocery tax relief plans
Two bills introduced in the Kansas Legislature seek to cut the sales tax on groceries. Lawmakers aim to ease grocery costs with reduced rates, reflecting ongoing debates over tax policy and consumer prices.
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