Kansas Supreme Court raises guest safety liability standard
In a 4 to 3 decision the Kansas Supreme Court abandons the old wanton conduct rule for social guests and holds homeowners and renters must exercise reasonable care under all circumstances to protect visitors. Nadine Jones vs Merida and Carl Hansen sparked the ruling, which redefines premises liability. Justice Davis wrote the majority opinion with dissent by Justice McFarland cautioning about altering established law.
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State drug unit saved but still faces funding struggle
Kansas Governor Finney’s FY1995 budget funds two thirds of the Narcotics Strike Force, covering 12 of 18 agents plus expenses. KBI agents insist the unit, formed in 1991 with federal grant funds, remains essential to police efforts against illegal drugs. Administrators plan to push for restored positions through the Legislature, with some flexibility to reassign staff if funding gaps persist.
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Zoning appeals board member retires after 25 years
Douglas County commissioners will honor Charlie Taylor who has listened to zoning appeal hearings since the board’s start. Taylor, resigning for health reasons after 25 years on the Board of Zoning Appeals, joined in February 1969. The meeting at 1 30 p m in the courthouse will include a service certificate.
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Lawrence High to host Parent University program
Lawrence High School schedules a Parent University on January 29 to give parents of LHS students a close look at teen issues. The event will run 10 am to 2 pm with 18 sessions, covering topics from technology use in classes to college prep, stress, gang involvement, substance abuse, diversity, and postsecondary options. Sessions require no advance signup beyond a 9:30 am registration table opening.
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Finney’s husband OK after hip replacement surgery
Spencer Finney, husband of Governor Joan Finney, is listed in good condition at St. Francis Hospital after hip replacement surgery. A hospital spokeswoman said his status improved from stable to good during the day, and Mrs. Finney visited him. He is expected to stay seven days.
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