KU’s top PR chief on heartburn from negative stories
Tim Caboni, vice chancellor for public affairs at Kansas University, says every adverse article gives him heartburn as he leads consolidation of operations, boosts KU’s national profile, and tightens message discipline. The policy on social media sparks debate amid strains with the state and broader concerns.
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Targeted funding eyed for full day kindergarten
Kansas Children’s Cabinet head declined to back Gov Brownback’s plan to fund full day kindergarten statewide. Amanda Adkins suggested directing funds to areas with need and tied increases to program outcome monitoring. She chairs the cabinet and trust fund overseeing tobacco settlement programs.
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Lawrence sees few shoveling tickets as snow rules take hold
City Hall reports only six tickets issued for unshoveled sidewalks after recent storms, a stark drop from 2009 10 when over 200 violations were cited. Seventy two complaints arose, but inspectors called owners first, prompting rapid shoveling and avoiding penalties.
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Forecasters predict a partly sunny day with a high around 57 and a low near 28. The page notes appearance of business, classified, comics, events and social media links on the 8A to 4B sections.
Kansas health care exemption proposal clears hurdle
A proposal to let Kansas opt out of the national health care overhaul has cleared its first major federal hurdle. The move would grant the state authority to refuse or modify provisions of the federal law pending further action.
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