Longtime pediatrician leaves Lawrence with lasting legacy
Retired pediatrician Helen Gilles, 90, concludes nearly four decades of care in Lawrence after treating up to 25 patients daily since 1948. Close community ties, founding the Unitarian Fellowship, and ongoing service mark a career described as refreshing and dedicated. She departs for a retirement home in St Paul to be near family.
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School board to consider paying settlement in wrongful termination case
The Lawrence school board will meet at 7 p.m. today at the district office to discuss a potential $25,000 payout to settle a wrongful termination claim filed by former tech support specialist Barbara Wolf in October 2010. The district’s deductible is $25,000 with the insurer covering the rest. The board also considers appointing a negotiating team for upcoming teacher contract talks led by Assistant Superintendent Kyle Hayden.
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Northeast Kansas wins Hot Lotto jackpot over nine million
Kansas Lottery officials say a northeast Kansas ticket holder won the Hot Lotto jackpot worth more than $9 million. The winner can choose $9.43 million in 25 installments or a $7.15 million cash option before taxes. The winner should sign the ticket and keep it safe while claiming. The northeast region includes 21 counties such as Douglas.
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