City to mull alternatives to standard bidding process
Lawrence city commissioners will decide Tuesday whether to allow a charter ordinance enabling alternative construction methods beyond sealed bids. The proposal, backed by Vice Mayor Lisa Larsen, cites design-build and other methods to secure high quality work while preserving flexibility. Some commissioners remain cautious, recalling prior controversies, and several new members seek more background before voting. The meeting starts at 4:30 p.m. at City Hall.
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Barnett Campaign Funds In 2017 Reveals Loan-Heavy Total
GOP donor activity in this year’s governor race omits Republican candidate Jim Barnett in print. His 2017 report shows 564 645 total raised, with 505 000 loans from Barnett to his own campaign leaving 59 645 from outside sources. Barnett, Topeka physician and former Emporia state senator, previously led in 2006 bid with 281 782 and 238 253 pre August primary, facing Robin Jennison and Ken Canfield.
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California man charged in fatal Wichita swatting case
Tyler Barriss appeared in Kansas by video on an extradition from Los Angeles facing involuntary manslaughter, giving false alarm and interference with a law enforcement officer for a Dec 28 hoax that led to Wichita police shooting 28 year old Andrew Finch. Prosecutors say the incident stemmed from a Call of Duty gaming dispute and an ongoing forensic probe continues.
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Health care exec named acting KDHE secretary in Kansas
Gov. Sam Brownback appointed Jeff Andersen as acting secretary of the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, replacing interim secretary Darian Dernovish. Andersen, with 30 years in health care and leadership at Vizient Inc. and Mid-America Service Solutions, begins Jan. 16 and faces Senate confirmation.
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First criminal case of year 2018 convicting Dylan Pierce in Texas
Wichita Falls man Dylan Pierce, 27, was charged January 2 with aggravated burglary and interference with law enforcement and pleaded no contest to the felonies. He was convicted Thursday after break in at an apartment on Eddingham Drive and arrest inside an Arby’s bathroom. Misdemeanor counts were dropped and sentencing is set for February 13.
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KU names interim public affairs chief to permanent post
Reggie Robinson, interim vice chancellor for public affairs at the University of Kansas, will become the permanent leader of KU’s communications outreach and government relations. Chancellor Douglas Girod praised his higher education experience, noting his campus relationships and vision for KU’s national reputation. Robinson, KU alumnus and former law professor, has led the School of Public Affairs and Administration and previously held top posts at Washburn University and the Kansas Board of Regents.
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Community MLK events set for Sunday and Monday in Lawrence
Lawrence plans two MLK Day celebrations. Lawrence Free Methodist Church will host the 32nd Gospel Explosion at 6 30 p m Sunday, free and open to all. The Jayhawk Breakfast Rotary Club holds its 11th annual Community Breakfast at 7 30 a m Monday at Maceli s Banquet Hall with University of Kansas official Andrew William delivering the keynote and vocalist Vanessa Thomas performing. Tickets are 10 per person or 80 per table, available at the door or by calling Bernie Kish. In Kansas City Kansas a woman received four years and nine months for car theft from a gas station while a 3 year old slept in back, with an attempted kidnapping conviction. The car was spotted in Tonganoxie by a helicopter crew after the July theft. the girl was unharmed but evaluated at a hospital.
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