Kidney transplant successful for two Lawrence teachers
After a year and a half of kidney failure, Mike Wormsley received a donor kidney from coworker Scott Forkenbrook at Kansas University Hospital. The two Lawrence middle school teachers are recovering well with no complications, according to Wormsley's wife.
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Kansas Board Recommends Individual Plans of Study
Kansas State Board of Education votes to strongly recommend every school develop individual plans of study for each student to guide high school careers. The plan aims to prepare students for chosen fields, though the board stops short of universal ISP mandates due to counselor shortages. Wichita Republican Jim McNiece voices caution about forcing districts to adopt ISPs.
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Restoring higher-ed budget in doubt in Kansas
Kansas Board of Regents President Andy Tompkins says restoring higher education funding approved last year by Gov. Sam Brownback and Republicans appears iffy. He notes hope springs eternal as regents leaders meet Brownback before his budget priorities are outlined. Please see CUTS, page 5A.
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Kansas House to Study All Day Kindergarten Proposal
Kansas House forms a nine member committee to study Gov Brownbacks plan to expand funding for all day kindergarten. The group will also review studies on the benefits of longer school days and includes seven Republicans and two Democrats led by Speaker Ray Merrick.
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Weather Outlook Bright With Sunny Skies Ahead
The forecast calls for plenty of sun with a high near 39 degrees. Business and comics notes, and obituary updates may appear in LJ World editions.
City OKs funding for new arts and culture director
At its Tuesday meeting the City Commission approved funding a new arts and culture director position, signaling emphasis on local arts development.
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