Washington changing Kansas farming landscape
Kansas farmers face drought and a stormy Congress. Rep. Tim Huelskamp loses House Agriculture Committee seat while Sen. Pat Roberts steps down as ranking Republican on the Senate Agriculture Committee, sparking concern among Kansas farm groups about influence on policy and the farm bill process.
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Rental licensing plan eyes citywide fee and landlord inspections
City proposes a $15 annual license per rental unit and a $50 per unit inspection fee with a three year cycle for most units. A 50 percent refund on inspections would apply if violations are few. Revenue about $550,000 yearly, expenses slightly above $525,000. Neighborhood leaders push expanded oversight amid landlord concerns. Plan to be presented to commissioners by month’s end.
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Pinckney principal Lesa Frantz to retire after 17 years
Lawrence School District announces Pinckney School principal Lesa Frantz will retire June 30 after 17 years in the role. Frantz started at Pinckney in 1996 after prior principalships in Basehor-Linwood and Mill Creek Valley, and earlier taught vocal music in Seaman. The district will begin a search for a new principal.
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Local schools unlikely to mandate drug testing
Lawrence Superintendent Rick Doll says universal student drug testing is not on the district radar. He notes Rockhurst High School in Kansas City announced yearly drug and alcohol tests for all students next fall, a policy Doll says is not a response to any extraordinary abuse.
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Brownback Starts 2011 TANF Overhaul in Kansas
The Brownback administration announced major TANF changes including reducing lifetime cash assistance from 60 to 48 months and a policy requiring applicants to search for 20 jobs weekly. Spokeswoman Angela de Rocha noted flexibility per case and exceptions for mothers with infants. A state task force aims to reduce child poverty amid debate on non marital births as a contributor.
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Lawrence library moves with discounts from local shops
Susan Brown says the library shutters are for a move rather than a pause, using social media to keep patrons informed and engaged. Participating businesses will offer discounts on designated days, while Beltmann relocates the library to a smaller site with over half the adult collection stored and available on request.
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