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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 2017
Page
2
The City of Lawrence warns of high bacteria and contaminants after cooking grease was dumped into a northwestern Lawrence stream near Sixth Street and Monterey Way. Signs have been posted to alert residents and businesses in the area.
Lawrence utilities issue a public notice calling residents to stay away from the stream and keep children and pets clear until water samples show no health risk. The advisory will be canceled when testing confirms safety.
In Topeka a man about to cross a street was struck by a vehicle Friday evening in southwest Topeka. He died at a hospital. The driver stopped and was not arrested. Police and investigators continue.
The article lists four finalists for Lawrence police chief: Gregory Burns of Louisville with 40 million budget experience, Simon Happer of Overland Park deputy chief, Stephen Lyons of Papillion chief, and Stephen Monticelli of Harrisonburg chief. Each outlines aims to boost community trust, training, and transparent policing while detailing careers and education.
The board and district facility planning committee narrowed plans for bond projects with five firms invited to bid after a qualifications process. McCown-Gordon is favored for high and middle schools totaling about 68.4 million, while MarLan would handle the Lawrence College and Career Center package. The board will elect a new president and vice president at Monday’s 9 am meeting.
The Lawrence Journal World lists the Lawrence KS newspaper staff with publisher Scott Stanford and advertising manager Kathleen Johnson. It provides phone lines for editorial, advertising, and various departments including arts, city and county government, courts, datebook, and university coverage.
Saturday Powerball numbers were 19 42 45 48 53 with Powerball 16. No winner odds or prize details provided.
In Lawrence, Carley Wingebach a girl, Irone Revely a boy, Michael Webb a girl, Kaitlen Darnell a boy, and Jessica Morris a girl were all born Saturday.
The Journal-World states it corrects significant errors brought to editors, inviting readers to call 785-832-7154 or email ljworld.com if they believe an error was made. The notice emphasizes responsible journalistic practice and reader feedback channels.
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