Kansas approves statewide indoor smoking ban in most public places
Kansas House backs a 68 to 54 vote for a statewide ban on smoking in indoor public spaces including restaurants and bars, with Gov. Parkinson signaling he will sign it. The bill to create cleaner air is hailed by supporters as a major health measure, though critics argue it infringes on rights. Local governments may impose stricter bans if desired.
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District mulls savings amid $5 million budget crisis
Lawrence school leaders weigh proposals from Save Our Neighborhood Schools to cut general fund use for materials and raise fees. They caution that fees alone cannot cover all instructional costs, while opponents push for more fundraising and caution against affecting access for low income students.
Five Million Budget Gap Spars Save Our Neighborhood Schools
The group Save Our Neighborhood Schools outlines a five point plan to close a five point five million savings gap. It proposes halting general fund use for student materials saving about one million. It also suggests charging four hundred thousand in overhead to the Lawrence Virtual School and retaining only federally funded learning coaches to save four hundred twenty thousand. The district projects fees will not cover all material costs and considers additional virtual costs reduction and staff cuts to learning coaches totaling about one hundred sixty thousand.
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Municipalities League Seeks Funds For 100th Anniversary Gala
The League of Kansas Municipalities plans a 240000 dollar gala in Overland Park for its centennial and asks Kansas cities to sponsor between 1000 and 5000 dollars amid budget strains. Executive director Don Moler says donations would support extra training and highlight the league’s work, though no city has yet agreed to sponsor. Kimberly Winn notes responses are still pending.
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Obama and Democrats press health care push after summit
After a seven hour TV summit with Republicans, President Obama signals Democrats will pursue health care reform despite GOP opposition. He urges Republicans to reconsider while Democrats weigh using a simple majority to pass a sweeping bill, facing House hurdles and a spring recess timeline.
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Seed Saving Art Ahead of Saturday Seed Fair
A preview notes the art of seed saving ahead of Saturday's seed fair at the Douglas County 4-H Fair Grounds presenting demonstrations tips and schedules for fair attendees.
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