Downtown Lawrence sees vacancy drop boosts outlook
A Lawrence survey by Colliers International shows downtown retail vacancy fell to 4.4 percent at end of 2012 from 7.4 percent a year earlier. Brokers credit multi million dollar projects including a new hotel at Ninth and New Hampshire and a $19 million library expansion, plus the 901 Building being fully leased, for renewed confidence in downtown Lawrence.
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KU Student Miss America contender puts degree on hold
Sloane Lewis, a 22 year old KU senior to be, paused her graduation to pursue Miss America. After winning Miss Kansas last June she spent months fulfilling state duties and preparing in Las Vegas. She promoted youth empowerment by speaking at schools and detention centers, practiced piano for two hours daily, and trained for swimsuit segment while juggling rehearsals and TV filming schedules.
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Turnpike merger plan faces Senate skepticism
In the 2013 legislative session Gov. Sam Brownback pushed merging the Kansas Turnpike Authority with the Kansas Department of Transportation under KDOT’s Mike King. Senate critics, led by Anthony Hensley, urged caution saying the system may not need fixing.
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Regents praise budget proposal amid higher ed funding concerns
Kansas Governor Sam Brownback's flat funding plan for higher education drew praise from Regents on Thursday amid tight finances. Regent Vice Chairman Fred Logan of Leawood credited the governor for not supporting cuts to higher education, stressing the link between a strong system and pro-growth goals.
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Alcohol accidents drop second year in Douglas County
Douglas County recorded fewer alcohol related traffic accidents for the second consecutive year, according to Kansas Department of Transportation data. The brief notes a continuing trend toward improved road safety across the county.
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