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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 2011
Page
3
Protesters in Zawiya rally against Gaddafi as rebels deploy tanks and anti aircraft weapons to resist troops loyal to the leader. Benghazi opposition forms a leadership council while Tripoli banks distribute family cash amid rising global pressure.
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker remains unmoved by two weeks of protests in Madison as he pushes to end collective bargaining for most public employees. Leaders of state unions have agreed to increased pension and health care contributions to help close the budget gap, while Walker argues stripping bargaining rights is needed for financial flexibility. He predicts some of the 14 Republican senators who fled the capital will return soon.
High fuel prices squeeze drivers and small businesses as gasoline climbs 4 percent to a national $3.29 per gallon. Oil near $100 a barrel amid Middle East unrest could slow the economy by 0.2 to 0.3 percentage points, trimming growth and jobs.
Tunisia's interim president appointed Beji Caid Essebsi as the new prime minister replacing Mohammed Ghannouchi who resigned amid protests after Ben Ali's ouster. Caretaker president Fouad Mebazaa announced the decision as Tunisians call for a return to stability following the Jasmine Revolution and ongoing upheaval in the Arab world.
The King's Speech won best picture at the Academy Awards as Colin Firth earned best actor for George VI. Natalie Portman won best actress for Black Swan, The Fighter took supporting acting honors for Bale and Leo, while Hooper won best director and Seidler best original screenplay.
Western Kansas faces its driest winter in decades and a potential poor wheat harvest. In Douglas County, a warm fall and ample moisture boost local wheat, though farmers caution a new cold snap could hurt. Local yields span 30 to 40 bushels per acre, far below the western 55 to 60 bushel ranges.
Kansas House defeats a measure requiring drivers overtaking bicycles to leave at least three feet of clearance. The bill would also prohibit returning to the right until safely clear. Quote of the Week cites Rep. Roth calling a separate bill to repeal in-state tuition for undocumented students mean-spirited and not the Kansas way.
Rep Barbara Ballard of Lawrence is named Ally of the Year by the Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence KCSDV for outspoken support of victims and survivors at city and state levels. Joyce Grover KCSDV director notes her advocacy.
Lawrence candidate Bill Roth envisions raising the district’s focus on science education and environmental awareness. He joins nine hopefuls contesting four four year seats in the April 5 election, aiming to craft a long range plan with clear goals and a district wide vision. Roth emphasizes collaboration with KU faculty and community input to guide future projects.
Hawker Beechcraft opens a second Chihuahua plant with a 180000 square foot facility costing 20 million dollars to handle sheet metal and electrical assembly for King Air turboprops and Hawker jets. The firm expects 1000 workers by year end as it plans a third plant and shifts work from Wichita to outside suppliers with strong government support.
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