Parks panel rejects entry fees for city rec centers in Lawrence
After hours of public input and discussion, the Lawrence Parks and Recreation Advisory Board voted 1-6 against recommending daily entrance fees for city recreation centers and Prairie Park Nature Center. The board did approve a change to the department's program fee structure to the City Commission. Dozens crowded the Administration Office, many opposing the proposed fee increases. Board member Marilyn Hull urged questions to the city manager and consideration of a detailed city commission recommendation.
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Lawrence native Tammy Willits keeps aviation in her life
Tammy Willits first flew with her father in sixth grade and still loves flying decades later. She co-owns a pharmacy serving Northeast Kansas and balances health care work with weekend flights, aiming to inspire more women to pilot.
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Panasonic plant may not greatly alter Lawrence schools enrollment
Lawrence public schools report from RSP & Associates says a proposed $4 billion Panasonic plant near De Soto creates some uncertainty but is not expected to significantly affect district enrollments in the next five years. The firm projects about 300 fewer students over five years while noting housing patterns could shift with land development.
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