County creates public building commission for future projects
Douglas County Commission unanimously votes to form a public building commission to explore bond funding for facilities such as county fairgrounds renovations and jail expansion. The panel would issue bonds only when directed by the County Commission, with revenue options also eyed like a potential sales tax referendum.
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Legislature halts bill to curb teachers union talks
Kansas House rejected a bill that would sharply limit teachers unions in contract negotiations and gave first-round approval to a compromise sought by education groups. The 67-52 vote reflected rare gains for educators in a conservative legislature, with the coalition’s durability uncertain through the session.
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Lawrence school board candidates discuss budget cuts
Four contenders Marcel Harmon Mary Loveland Norine Spears and Kelly Spurgeon spoke at Merchants Pub and Plate about budget cuts and school growth. They agreed on some issues and debated boundaries and the potential need for a new elementary school as Lawrence expands. A primary to narrow to two occurs next Tuesday with audio available at LawrenceHits.com.
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Kansas State Downs Kansas Women's Team in 55-48 Victory
Two days after KU men fell to K-State, KU women lost 55 to 48 as the Wildcats claimed the win on Wednesday.
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