Editorial: Down the road from KDOT coffers risks
The Kansas Department of Transportation’s reserve funds have become a convenient source for balancing the state budget. Gov. Sam Brownback redirected 96 million, later 151 million, with proposals for 115 million diverted in each of the next two fiscal years. In total 385 million could transfer over three years. Preservation projects totaling about 297 million could be delayed to cover shortfalls, potentially harming highway quality and safety.
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Paris market attack sparks debate over anti-Semitism
Mike Hoeflich notes Paris killings target Jews and others, urging objective view yet acknowledging personal Jewish identity. He reflects on historical anti-Semitism, modern terrorism, and the unintended hope that unity may weaken long standing prejudice as France mourns victims at the market.
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Prof Lewis Lind Dyche Dies at Stormont Topeka Hospital
Lawrence Daily Journal World reports Prof Lewis Lind Dyche a well known University of Kansas faculty member died at Stor mont hospital in Topeka at 3 45 p m after a week's illness described by his physician as heart disease. Dyche joined the University as a youth and devoted his life to its advancement.
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Tax truth from Lawrence reader challenges tax politics
Ken Meyer of Lawrence questions tax policy across state and federal levels. He contrasts sin taxes, rich taxes, and city spending with calls for broader participation by all citizens and tighter accountability from officials.
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Kansas quakes tied to saltwater disposal debate
Public forum argues that increased earthquakes stem from disposing much larger volumes of saltwater via wells, not hydraulic fracturing. Geologist critic calls for truthful framing and faster study to minimize quakes by altering disposal or reducing produced water while noting America's car dependence.
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Tipsy coyote in Lawrence tied to fermented pears tale
Ronald Meyers recalls a neighborly coyote that fed on fermenting pears from a backyard pear tree near Clinton Parkway about 15 years ago. He joked the animal was an alcoholic coyote while describing daily visits to the yard.
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Quakes linked to fracking now what
The piece argues that labeling Sunday front page quakes as solely fracking is inaccurate and that online claims tying Kansas earthquakes to oil and gas fracking are misleading. It urges careful attribution and scientific assessment of cause.
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Cars are king and a near miss at the intersection
The writer recalls a near miss where a driver nearly struck them at a crossing where they had right of way and shouted ride a bike in frustration. The tone critiques car culture and supports safe walking and biking to school.
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The Journal World invites letters to the Public Forum under 250 words and public interest. Submissions may be edited without altering viewpoints. Include name address and phone, and mail to Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or email letters ijworld com.
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