Arts corridor plan wins $500K grant for Lawrence project
Lawrence Arts Center secures a 500000 grant from ArtPlace America to rejuvenate Ninth Street corridor with public art and performance spaces. City must commit about 3 million for street and walkway improvements and local leaders will fund an arts and culture director, aiming to attract visitors and boost community pride through creative placemaking.
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Court ruling is broadened by justices in sharp 5-4 split
The Supreme Court issues a controversial decision framed as narrow notches on rights. Justices Samuel Alito and Anthony Kennedy write, arguing limits to perceived overreach while critics warn of renewed vulnerability to money influence and voting concerns.
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Anthony Kennedy
Supreme Court
Hobby Lobby ruling sparks fear for women's birth control access
Leonard Pitts Jr argues the Supreme Court's decision allowing closely held corporations to deny contraceptive coverage under religious beliefs risks harming actual people. He cites Hobby Lobby, questions the narrowness of the ruling, and warns of broader implications for employees and civil rights.
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Arts and Crafts
Oklahoma
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Alito
Kansas needs honest debate on conservative tax policy
A Kansas reader prompts a critique of Gov Brownback and lawmakers for enacting drastic tax cuts. The June receipts showing 28 million under estimates and the year end 338 million short are cited as evidence that fiscal responsibility was betrayed. The author contrasts true conservatism with Reagan era prudence, urging restraint on unnecessary taxes and government programs.
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Gov. Brownback
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Ronald Reagan
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Open debate needed on Kansas tax cuts and fiscal future
Mike Hoeflich argues that Kansas tax cuts threaten core state functions like corrections, highways, and education. He warns of sweeping reductions or privatization funded by higher local taxes unless revenues rise, urging open discussion of agendas and realistic views of economic collapse. He notes the governor’s reluctance to debate and labels the current path risky.
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Brownback
Kansas
Mike Hoeflich
Kansas University School of Law
Journal- World
Public Forum Fireworks Permit Proposal in Lawrence
Patrick Lindeman argues for ending the city fireworks ban on private property and funding police and fire services by selling shooting permits. He suggests a $5 to $10 fee per residence, noting over 30 000 homes and potential revenue from 10 percent participation, plus seller fees.
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Patrick Lindeman
Lawrence
Towels Restitution Reaches Old Home Town Aid
The Ladies Aid Society of the Methodist Church received $10 to reimburse towels stolen years ago from their rooms. The sender remained unnamed but expressed a wish to make restitution to the society. The incident dates back long enough that details are scarcely remembered.
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Ladies Aid Society of the Methodist Church
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