Decision looms in SLT dispute over Baker Wetlands route
In Denver, a 10th Circuit panel heard arguments from federal and Kansas officials defending the South Lawrence Trafficway through the Baker Wetlands while opponents from Prairie Nation and Sierra Club urged a route change. The court’s ruling, likely within 90 days, could block or permit the project’s progression east of Iowa Street.
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Century-old memories as Ruth Perry turns 100 in Baldwin City
Ruth Perry reflects on life before highways from her rural Kansas home as U.S. 59 nears completion. Born in Dawson County Nebraska, she recalls a simple buggy ride to the mail and a cousinly view of progress versus childhood memories. Perry marks her 100th birthday this week.
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Opponents urge city to scrap trash plan at meeting
Lawrence residents pressed for changes to a draft report on the city trash and recycling system. Mayor Aron Cromwell chairs the Solid Waste Task Force which seeks more automation, roll-out carts, mandatory recycling, while yard-waste and large-item services would continue. A 6 p.m. meeting is set for Jan 26.
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Adviser touts tax plan sparks debate over impact on poor
National economist Arthur Laffer backs Gov. Sam Brownback’s tax plan citing long term jobs growth and a stronger state economy while critics say ending the Earned Income Tax Credit hurts low income workers. Kari Ann Rinker of NOW questions the plan as Laffer defends reallocating EITC funds to aid the needy.
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