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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 2013
Page
1
A second winter storm threatens the Lawrence area with 8 to 10 inches of snow and strong winds. Kansas University and Lawrence schools cancel classes while officials say the City Commission primary could be affected though voting proceeds. Many residents voted early to avoid the weather as dangerous driving conditions loom.
A note directs readers to page 2A for a list of canceled events and to LJWorld.com for ongoing updates throughout the day.
Residents of Lawrence embrace the fresh snow with whimsical displays. Hans Coleman, 33, creates Snowtoad in his yard for the fifth year, while Caleb Bowen, 20, builds a 14.5 foot snowman named Frosty using a backhoe. Bowen plans a Mrs Frosty as the city digs in for more snow.
Douglas County Clerk Jamie Shew says state law does not permit postponing the Lawrence City Commission primary. Eleven candidates compete for three at large seats, with voting up to three names to narrow to six for the April 2 general. Polls open at 7 a.m. as staff prepare to run the election.
Police linked two burglaries over Sunday at Easy Living mobile home park 3323 Iowa St. Investigators report a medium-length Japanese sword a blind black cat and Chinese meditation balls were among stolen items. Suspect details continue on page 2A.
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