Inmate alleges KDOC withholds cancer treatment
John Keith Calvin, 56, claims in a federal suit that the Kansas Department of Corrections denies intravenous nourishment and proper care for his stage 4 colon cancer. He says he has lost 70 pounds in three months and may die without court intervention. Calvin, eligible for parole in May, was moved to a Wichita medical center in November after blood in stool and abdominal pain. doctors planned surgery but did not proceed, and he was discharged without further treatment.
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Kansas opens heating assistance program for 2023
The Kansas Low-Income Energy Assistance Program began accepting 2023 applications funded by federal LHEAP. Last year the program aided about 40,000 households with an average 1180 dollars each. Applications end March 31 at 5 pm, with Lawrence service center details provided.
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Ash trees in Lawrence facing safety risk from beetle
City officials say about 3000 ash trees on Lawrence property are dying from emerald ash borer and becoming brittle. Since 2015 the city has tackled the issue, while private property owners are urged to maintain an ash plan. Stumps near City Hall will be removed and replaced with new trees in coming weeks.
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Weekend events mix birding games and arts in Lawrence
Today brings a diverse set of activities. Murf's Grille hosts First Friday Game Night from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. A National Bird Day field trip by Jayhawk Audubon Society meets at 8 a.m. at Burcham Park. Auditions for School of Rock at the Lawrence Arts Center run 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Crafters swap supplies at the Lawrence Public Library auditorium from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration not required.
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