Committee hears bill for statewide gun law
House Federal and State Affairs Committee began a two day hearing on House Bill 2473 to create a single statewide concealed carry law reversing local rules. The bill also tightens weapon use laws bans funding firearm buybacks with tax dollars and adds expungement for past concealed carry convictions. Proponents say it would clarify regulations for residents.
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Wicked Broadband May Relocate Lawrence Fiber Project
Wicked Broadband says it may drop plans in Lawrence to pursue partnerships in other communities from Salina to Columbia. The company seeks public incentives including a $500,000 grant to deploy 1 gigabit Internet in downtown Lawrence and East Lawrence while awaiting a city commission decision.
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Chamber to recognize two for service to community
The Lawrence Chamber of Commerce will honor two Lawrence residents at its annual meeting. Hank Booth will receive the 2014 Lawrencian Award for a lifetime radio career. Beverly Smith Billings will receive the Athena Award for leadership with Alvamar Development Corp. and Alvamar Realty Inc. Both have long histories of local civic involvement.
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