Police and sheriff deny ICE raids in Lawrence
Lawrence police and the Douglas County sheriff’s office say they are unaware of any ICE enforcement actions in Lawrence on Friday despite social media posts claiming residents were detained at workplaces and elsewhere. The Journal-World contacted both agencies for confirmation about the alleged raids.
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Douglas County kicks off $81.9 million JLEC and Public Safety Building
Douglas County officials broke ground on the $81.9 million Judicial and Law Enforcement Center and Public Safety Building project on Friday. The renovation and new construction are the county's largest capital improvement, set to start by month’s end weather permitting. Present were Douglas County Commission members Chief Judge James McCabrin Undersheriff Stacy Simmons J.E. Dunn Construction VP Tim Ockinga and Treanor Architecture Principal Jeff Lane.
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Lawrence School Board Considers Public Comment Guidelines
After a disruptive outburst by a frequent commenter this month, the Lawrence school board will review changes to its public comment guidelines at next week’s meeting. On Monday the board will consider modifications to the rules for public comment during business meetings.
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District leaders to hear results of community feedback efforts
The Lawrence school board will receive a report on fall community conversations led by Interim Superintendent Jeanice Swift. The summary includes input from students, staff, families, the public, and results of an online survey on district priorities and challenges.
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Row houses planned along Borders parking lot in Lawrence
Lawrence businessman Adam Williams filed plans at City Hall to construct 15 three story row houses along the eastern edge of the former Borders parking lot near Rhode Island Street. Each home would include three bedrooms three bathrooms and a one car garage.
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