Editorial questions Lawrence sway as most hungover city
An editorial argues Lawrence Kansas should not be labeled America’s hungriest hungover city by a Business Insider ranking. It cites CDC and Census data showing heavy and binge drinking levels and counts of alcohol outlets, noting the possibly negative image while urging focus on positive aims like business, education, housing, and jobs.
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Threats frame U S Iran talks amid cyber and Iraq leverage
Washington and Tehran pursue a potential nuclear accord while both sides hold concealed weapons as bargaining levers. The standoff hinges on cyber strikes against Iran's Natanz facility and Iran's ability to target U S personnel in Iraq, with political pressure mounting in both capitals ahead of the June 30 deadline.
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Reader asks for credibility check on hungover city claim
A Lawrence Journal-World reader urges follow up reporting on the front page claim that Lawrence is America's most hungover city. They question the CDC binge drinking data, noting campus housing may skew results and asking public health experts to assess credibility.
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Landmark Lawrence developments spark height debate
Sven Erik Alstrom comments on city commission approvals for tall structures in downtown Lawrence. He notes new projects near Ninth and New Hampshire including a 100 foot high rise opposite a recent building, the Dread Hotel replacing 45 foot limits with over 125 feet of stonework, and mentions Rock Chalk Park, Varsity House, 901 New Hampshire, and planned developments at lth and Massachusetts. He questions election timing and the status of TIF payments and Venture Park progress.
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Cardinal sins and the Koch brothers critique noted
Vincent A. Muirhead argues in a letter that George Gurley omits the Koch brothers lack of liberal aid to Democrats and lists other figures like Warren Buffet George Soros and a playful jab at Kansas University School of Business. The writer adds a quip about Chinese support for the school.
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Bennett Becomes Kansas Governor Amid Cold Welcome
Gov. Bob Bennett takes the oath as Kansas the 39th governor despite flu symptoms. He pledges to tackle 21st century challenges. The Lawrence Daily Journal-World reports an arrest for hunting without a license in the east bottoms to feed a family, and a 12 minute earthquake shock recorded by the university seismograph with a distant origin about 700 miles away. Compiled by Sarah St John.
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Read more Old Home Town at LJWorld.com news history
Lawrence Journal World invites readers to explore Old Home Town, a history feature detailing Lawrence’s early neighborhoods, notable residents, and local development through archival photos and narrative context. The piece highlights community growth and historic landmarks shaping the city’s identity.
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Public Forum Letters Policy Summary
The Journal-World invites letters under 250 words of public interest. Submissions may be edited without altering viewpoints. Authors grant nonexclusive publication rights and must include name address and phone. Mail to Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or email letters@ljworld.com.
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