Kansas Senate panel backs House K2 ban in TFMPP addition
The Senate Public Health and Welfare committee backed House Bill 2411 to ban K2 compounds and illegal TFMPP amid concerns TFMPP paired with BZP mimics ecstasy. Forensic expert Jeremiah Morris says TFMPP has no medical purpose and arrives from Asia via Canada as lawmakers push action before governor approval.
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Gas price at Dillons 2.42 at 3000 W Sixth St
The Journal-World reports gas prices as low as 2.42 dollars at Dillons located at 3000 W Sixth St. Readers are asked to call 832-7154 if they find a lower price.
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United Way nears fundraising goal in Douglas County meeting
At Central Junior High School United Way of Douglas County announced a 2009 campaign total of 1.76 million dollars about 98 percent of the goal. A record nearly 1.3 million was distributed to partnering agencies though funding will shift to a broad community outcome model in 2012.
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seniors face hunger as meal funds fail across state
Wittman of Douglas County Senior Meals reports a 15000 dollar shortfall forcing the removal of weekend frozen meals and a growing wait list. The program serves about 200 seniors daily, with 65557 meals last year and potential 35000 shortfall next year. Volunteers are needed for packing, delivery, and kitchen tasks.
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Plan to extend 31st Street gains momentum in Lawrence
Douglas County plans to extend 31st Street from Haskell Avenue to County Road 1057 with 45 mph curves to slow traffic and avoid Marys Lake. The initiative, guided by a steering committee and city officials, awaits final design and land cost estimates after an $18 million grant bid failed.
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Douglas County approves property crimes relief program
Douglas County commissioners backed a plan to form a Property Crimes Compensation Board led by District Attorney Charles Branson. Beginning in April, eligible felony victims could receive up to 500 dollars and some misdemeanors up to 250 dollars, funded by diversion fees totaling 15 thousand dollars.
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Battle for statewide smoking ban looms
State lawmakers race toward a possible vote on a proposed statewide indoor smoking ban in restaurants and bars. House supporters aim to concur with a Senate plan sent to Governor Parkinson, who backs a ban, while opponents push compromise meetings that failed to attract senators.
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