Fourth of July Fireworks Planned by Lawrence Jaycees
Lawrence residents seek best spots for a 30 minute fireworks show at 9 45 pm sponsored by the Lawrence Jaycees. Owen Lehmann 33 helps light fuses and touts Watson Park as ideal with plans to raise the display and address trees blocking view. Other good viewing sites lie within two miles of the launch.
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EU archaeologist hopes for Uppsala honorary doctorate
Bill Woods, a KU geography professor, was chosen for an honorary doctorate from Uppsala University in Sweden for his four decades of archaeology work. Health setbacks including a bathroom fall concussion and back surgery have prevented him from attending twice, described as a comedy of errors by Woods.
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East Lawrence to inspect homes for sewer system leaks
East Lawrence residents may face a home inspection program this year as the city hires inspectors to check sump pumps and possibly video pipe lines. The plan targets reducing storm water inflow to the sewer system instead of costly plant upgrades, a step urged by City Manager David Corliss and Mayor Mike Dever to meet EPA wet weather rules.
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Kansas League seeks disclosure of judicial applicant names
The Kansas League of Women Voters filed a formal request to Gov. Sam Brownback demanding public release of the names of individuals applying for a state judicial position. The move highlights concerns over transparency in state government.
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