Kansas law on window tint faces testing questions
The Journal World notes Kansas 35 percent tint limit for car windows spurs debate over enforcement. Lawrence Police Lt. Ed Brunt says no tickets yet, seeks a certified device to measure light transmission for court‑proof evidence and standardized testing. Citizens may report flagrant violations for police follow‑up.
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Monday Night Robbery At Hillcrest Amoco Details Revealed
Police investigate a Monday night robbery at Hillcrest Amoco 914 Iowa. About 9 15 p m a white male 20 to 30 6 feet tall with a dark jacket and stocking cap demanded cash and fled on foot with an undisclosed amount. No weapon was shown.
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City debate over yard art and anti-discrimination plan cast doubt
Environmental inspector flags bright yard art as mess while Walsh and Power appeal to the city commission. Andersen, recovering from surgery, says a decision may wait for a study session on extending anti-discrimination protections to homosexuals scheduled for Jan. 18, timing now uncertain.
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Jo Andersen
K.T. Walsh
Jim Power
Walsh and Power
Andersen
Commission
Moody
Douglas County and Health Care Reform Schedule
Datebook entries list 6:35 p.m. County Commission at county courthouse 11th and Massachusetts, 10 a.m. Health care reform branch at Lawrence Memorial Hospital auditorium 325 Maine with Sen. Sandy Praeger discussing health care reform and 1995 proposals. 7 p.m. Christmas tree collection area wide with curb pickup by 7 a.m. and Jan. 23 pickup. 7 p.m. Homeless shelter meeting at Lawrence Public Library conference room 707 W. All residents urged to attend.
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Access poll on water safety and tax policy questions
Respondents using the Access line offered opinions on bottled versus tap water safety and on whether Republicans can cut taxes while eliminating the deficit. The voluntary poll notes that results are not scientifically accurate and directs callers to vote via code categories 3500 for yes and 3501 for no.
Condition reports from Lawrence area hospitals and fire calls
The bulletin lists injuries from multiple Christmas week incidents in Douglas County. Duane Hinton of Overland Park remained in fair condition at Kansas University Medical Center after a one vehicle crash west of Lawrence. Christine Elston, 41, stayed in serious condition from a December 26 three vehicle crash at 33rd and Iowa. Glen Sharp, 617 West 27th Place, was in fair condition after a sledding accident on Campanile Hill. Vernon E. Wilson, 87, was in good condition at Lawrence Memorial Hospital following a December 23 crash into a barricade at 17th and Alabama. Fire calls include false alarm at 208 Hanover Place, smoke from a faulty transformer at 2720 Bonanza, natural gas smell at Stouffer Place Apartments, and a kitchen grease fire at 413 West 17th with no damage. Douglas County Ambulance reports list several medical emergencies and two vehicle accidents, with some not requiring transport. Police note a woman’s car borrowed by a male acquaintance and not returned. Injuries from two-vehicle accidents at Harvard and Iowa and 31st and Iowa are cited, with others treated at scene. Two men face criminal charges in Douglas County District Court for cocaine possession and sale stemming from weekend arrests.
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Hinton
Lawrence
Christine Elston
Elston
33Rd
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Glen Sharp
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Dismissals and births listed in Ottawa and Lawrence notices
Readable notice fragment lists dismissals and births with several couples in Ottawa and Lawrence. Names include Stephanie Tipton, Russ Schafer Lan dau, James Copp, Michelle Copp, Pam McCrary, Eric Brown, Karen Latham, Lanny Latham, Courtney Barrett and Dan Barrett. Details show baby genders and days such as Tuesday and today.
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Lawrence
James
Michelle Copp
Pam McCrary
Eric Brown
Karen
Lanny Latham
Courtney and
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