Brownback frames crisis of the family in second inaugural
Governor Sam Brownback used his Monday address to frame a national and state moral crisis as the core of his second inaugural speech. He urged renewing culture on Founders principles of God country and family while acknowledging economic challenges looming over the legislature’s budget debate.
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Kansas lawmakers convene session amid budget and school funding crisis
Kansas lawmakers opened the 2015 session in Topeka amid a $279 million revenue shortfall after tax cuts. Senate leaders say all options are on the table, including rolling back tax cuts, to address the shortfall. A district court ruling found Kansas public schools underfunded, prompting talks on reforming the school finance formula.
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City eyes bids for $65 million sewage treatment plant
Lawrence city officials seek bids to build a $65 million to $70 million sewage treatment plant south of the Wakarusa River. Bids open February 17 as commissioners set the bid process and assess budget alignment. Utilities director Dave Wagner says the project faces market uncertainty and building environment questions.
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Lawrence improves in Milken Best-Performing Cities list
Lawrence climbs to No 99 of 179 small cities in Milken Institute 2014 ranking, marking a rise of 79 spots over three years from 2012 to 2014. The city aims to build on momentum as it features in the annual livability and performance surveys.
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Jayhawks Cowboys clash at Allen Fieldhouse tonight
No. 9 Kansas hosts No. 24 Oklahoma State in a 6 p.m. matchup at Allen Fieldhouse as both teams pursue key conference wins. The game features ranked rivals and sets ongoing Big 12 implications.
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