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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 2015
Page
1
Lawrence Community Shelter has become a magnet for homeless people from outside Douglas County. Over the past three years more than half of those helped self report arrival from outside the county. Shelter users, along with those on the streets, rely on local charities for meals clothing and services.
A 26 year old Lawrence resident was arrested on suspicion of burglarizing at least ten homes in the Oread neighborhood. Police say the suspect targeted multiple residences, prompting a statewide crime investigation and multiple break in reports.
Lawrence Community Shelter reports that over the past three fiscal years more than half of those admitted hailed from outside Douglas County. In 2014 total 375 with 59 percent outsiders. 2013 total 370 with 52 percent outsiders. 2012 total 232 with 58 percent outsiders. Data include county residents, out of county and out of state origins.
Oil and natural gas price drops threaten revenue for state and local governments by reducing production taxes. Homeowners could face higher property taxes or cuts to services as lawmakers weigh budget impacts amid falling crude prices and potential production cutbacks. Revenue Department spokeswoman Jeannine Koranda notes the potential effects.
Eastern Kansas universities deploy new methods to quickly identify at risk students and provide timely help. Ann Cudd of Kansas University highlights retention and progress as a key concern in the ongoing effort to raise graduation rates.
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