Justices to hear casino project case in Kansas
The Kansas Supreme Court will hear arguments on January 25 in a lawsuit over the Kansas Crossing Casino in Cherokee County. The suit, filed by Cherokee County and Castle Rock Casino investors, claims the Gaming Facility Review Board erred in selecting Kansas Crossing over Castle Rock, delaying a $145 million project that also included a 120 room hotel.
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Colyer discusses Obamacare repeal and KanCare funding
Kansas official Tom Colyer says Washington likely won’t expand Obamacare soon and hints at changes to Medicaid under a future block grant system. He notes KanCare success for elderly and disabled and supports pursuing federal changes while prioritizing rural health initiatives and restoring Medicaid provider reimbursements.
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County weighs jail expansion to add classification pods
Douglas County weighs a 30 million expansion adding a 28 bed male and a 14 bed female classification pod after a 72 hour observation period, reviving a design feature cut from the 2001 jail. Opponents urge reducing inmate totals and funding a mental health crisis center instead.
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Douglas County jail expansion to ease overcrowding and safety
Douglas County officials plan a jail expansion to fix overcrowding in the 56-bed medium security pod and add a new sally port and revised medical bay. The plan aims to improve inmate observation, reduce transfers, and speed processing with more beds and computer stations for officers.
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Journal-World corrects error on Lawrence school district internet deal
The paper states the Universal Service Administrative Company ruled that the Lawrence school district improperly accepted free internet. It invites readers to report errors by calling 785-832-7154 or emailing news@ljworld.com.
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