Jenkins to retire from politics and not seek 2018 office
U S Rep Lynn Jenkins of Topeka announced she will retire at the end of this Congress and will not seek any public office in 2018. The Republican has served since 2008 after defeating Nancy Boyda and previously was state treasurer. Her 2nd District includes Lawrence Fort Leavenworth and rural northeast and southeast Kansas.
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Skating rink eyes new location to cut costs
Rochelle Valv ewalvert reports the city seeks a cheaper site for the artificial skating rink after three costly years with a wooden base on the Lawrence Public Library lawn. Attendance fell by about 1,000 from last season, and the rink operated at a loss near $20,000 for 2016 17 including depreciation.
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Highway repairs in Jeopardy over budget plan impact
Peter Hancock reports alarm from TOPERA contractors and lawmakers as Kansas officials reveal Gov Brownback’s budget would slash routine maintenance in T Works. Secretary Richard Carlson outlined next year’s plan with only 28 million to resurf ace 235 miles and 16 million for further work.
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Derusseau Says 2017 Will Be Tough Year for Jail Vote
Douglas County 3rd District Commissioner Michelle Derusseau cautions that 2017 brings many local elections and questions the timing of a ballot measure to expand the Douglas County Jail and add a mental health crisis center.
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Town talks doubt 2017 jail and mental health vote
Town Talk questions launching a 2017 taxpayer referendum on a roughly $40 million jail and crisis center project. Derusseau notes it may be a tough year with visible opposition from USSEAU already forming against the jail expansion.
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