Coalition forms to oppose Kobach voter photo ID plan
A Kansas coalition led by voting rights groups opposes Secretary of State elect Kris Kobach’s plan for photo ID to vote. The Kansas Voter Coalition cites rare fraud cases in Kansas, argues against ID proof, and notes senior citizens may be hindered without driver's licenses. A Jan. 19 news conference at the Capitol is planned.
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Inside KU earns 13 1 season with win over UMKC
The University of Kansas improved to 13 1 on the year with a Monday victory over Missouri Kansas City. They sit atop the Big 12 standings tied with Baylor and Texas Tech in the race for the conference title.
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Youth basketball tourney eyed to boost Lawrence business
Quotable Bob Sanner of the Lawrence CVB says the March youth basketball tournament could draw about 4,500 participants and boost local commerce, with other forms of commerce likely as attendees spend.
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City Commission to discuss westside business tax district
City Commission plans a Wednesday briefing on a proposed special taxing district for businesses west of 23rd Street and Ousdahl Road. Officials will outline goals, boundaries, and potential fiscal impact for property owners and residents.
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Zenger is KU's new athletic director at 450000 a year
Sheahon Zenger, 44, Kansas native and former Illinois State athletic director, was introduced as the University of Kansas 16th athletic director. He will start Feb 1, 2011, under a five year contract paying 450000 per year. He cited values of transparency and hard work while linking KU traditions to his own background.
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Colleagues describe driven scholar humble man at KU
Colleagues recall Sheahon Zenger as a high energy driven man who stayed humble during his KU doctoral training in educational leadership and policy studies. They note his deep Kansas roots and familiarity with how a university operates could aid his relation to academics.
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Grants to fight crimes against women in Douglas County
Douglas County prosecutors and Lawrence police win federal STOP Violence Against Women Act grants to fund a prosecutor and detective for domestic violence and crimes against women in 2011. The one year funds seek to enhance victim contact, education, and case resolution while aiming to lower violence numbers.
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