Washburn listed in federal Title IX investigation roster
The U S Department of Education adds 12 colleges to its Title IX inquiry list, including Washburn University in Topeka. The weekly log now shows 67 schools across 32 states with investigations stemming from complaints or reviews, while schools stress no presumed violation.
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Baltimore
U.S. Department of Education
Washburn University
Topeka
Department
Office For Civil Rights
Morgan State University
Clinton Coleman
Coleman
Baltimore City Police Department
University of Delaware
University of Richmond
Elmira College
Office of Civil Rights
University of Alaska System of Higher Education
Colorado State University
Fort Collins
Berklee College of Music
Boston
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Rolla
University of Akron
Ohio
Atlantic storm Arthur looms, North Carolina braces
Tropical Storm Arthur is expected to intensify into a hurricane by the Fourth of July, threatening North Carolina's Outer Banks with strong winds and heavy rain. Officials ordered a mandatory evacuation of Hatteras Island and warned of dangerous riptides as tourism and event planners adjusted schedules. The storm could pass with minimal impact by weekend end, though preparations remain urgent.
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Charleston
S.C
Arthur
North Carolina
New England
Boston
Boston Pops
New Jersey
Hatteras Island
Cape Hatteras
N.C. 12
Ocracoke Island
Lee Nettles
Outer Banks Visitors Bureau
Irene
Isabelle
Bill Motley
Ace Hardware
Nags Head
Outer Banks
Pat McCrory
McCrory
Timothy Alben
National Hurricane Center
Tony Saavedra
National Weather Service
Lawrence Death Cafe prompts talk on mortality in Kansas
In a west Lawrence Pilates studio a diverse group gathers for the Lawrence Death Cafe. Attendees discuss end of life planning and beliefs, led by Constance Whiston who brought the concept from Kansas City. Participants share personal faiths and experiences while exploring what comes after life. The event features references to How to Train Your Dragon 2 and a mix of spiritual perspectives.
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Lawrence
West Lawrence
Constance Whiston
Whiston
Kansas City
Bernard Crettaz
Kansas
United States
Tammy Sabol
Kathy Cook
Cook
Vicki Julian
Julian
Sabol
Jackson
K.C. Bushnell
Party in the Park fireworks light up Watson Park
Watson Park hosts the sixth annual Party in the Park festival starting at 5 p.m. with local restaurant food, kids activities, street performers, and live music on the main stage. Six local bands perform 45 minute sets, followed by musical theater acts, and a fireworks finale draws crowds to the park. Other parks include Constant Park Burcham Park and The Nest on Ninth offering viewing options.
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Watson Park
Sixth
Kentucky Streets
Firework Festivities Across Kansas City Area
Community fireworks and city approved at home displays mark the Fourth of July in Lawrence and nearby towns. Activities include live music by Kim Murphy and Friends, multiple viewing sites such as Kansas River Bridge and Campanile Hill, river reflections, food trucks, and family activities from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Admission varies with some venues charging a small cover or entry fee. Local spots offer free admission for children under two, and proceeds support the Ballard Community Center’s early education program.
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Lawrence
Kim Murphree & Friends
Abe
Jake
Sixth St
Ballard Community Center
Mr. Bacon
Campanile Hill
Memorial Stadium
Kansas University
Jefferson County
Perry Lake
Baldwin City
Fremont St
Apple mint bourbon iced tea at the Jayhawker
Nadia Imafidon highlights a summer drink at the Jayhawker on 701 Massachusetts St. The apple mint bourbon iced tea blends Bullett bourbon apple juice lemon juice mint and unsweetened black tea with a lemon garnish. Bartenders may adjust sweetness and strength using more juice or tea. The piece notes other summer beverages and invites reader suggestions.
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Eldridge
Massachusetts St
Nadia Imafidon
Journal-World
Jayhawker
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Washburn
East Coast
Barbara Jean Umbholtz
Bonnie Uffman
Constant Park
Tennessee and
West Sixth Streets
Burcham
Indiana St
Ninth
Dread Ave
Kansas River Bridge
McLouth
Stan Bracksick Sports Complex
Bulldog Boulevard
Ottawa
Forest Park
North Locust St
Nimafidon
Ljworld.com
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