Kansas Turnpike demolishes river bridge to clear way
First grader Tyler Bowden and about 40 observers watched the Kansas River bridge be blown up in Cham Park as 250 tons of steel collapsed into the river. Crews will clear debris and plan next month to remove two concrete and steel columns as part of a $130 million turnpike project near Lawrence to upgrade interchanges by 2011.
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Gasoline prices dip to $2.49 at several stations
The Journal- World reports gasoline selling as low as 2.49 dollars at multiple stations with a contact phone 832-7154 for lower prices.
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Assignment director Caroline Trowbridge can be reached at 832-7154 or via ctrowbridge at jworld dot com for inquiries and assignments.
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Toy rotation and loaner system to manage clutter
Rotating toys helps control clutter and preserves the value of beloved playthings. Move surplus items to a toy library on loaner status. Store tucked away toys in lidded plastic containers in a closet or attic. Replace loaned toys with fresh selections to maintain interest.
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Residents seek Haiti family updates after quake
Lawrence residents worked to contact relatives in Haiti as a 7.0 magnitude quake disrupted communications. KU student Adam Buhler and his wife Karen survived after using a UN satellite phone. others sought information via Red Cross donations and state department family linking services. Local donors were urged to give to the Red Cross and use official channels for updates and aid.
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Midwest Concrete withdraws sand-dredging plan near Lawrence
A Manhattan firm withdrew its conditional-use permit request to build a sand-dredging facility on 310 acres north of Lawrence near Midland Junction after FAA concerns about a lake forming and attracting migratory birds within 10,000 feet of Lawrence Municipal Airport. The FAA stance prompted Planning Commission adjournment and an Aviation Advisory Board vote 4-1 in favor of backing FAA concerns.
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Senate panel advances K2 banned drug bill in Kansas
The Public Health and Welfare Committee quickly approved Senate Bill 348 to ban synthetic chemicals in K2. Douglas County Sheriff Ken McGovern warned the drug endangers youth, recounting incidents in facilities and a belligerent inmate. The measure would add several synthetic compounds to Kansas illegal drugs, with broad backing from law enforcement. Sen Haley sought more chemical details. District officials noted K2’s spread in Lawrence and statewide stores.
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