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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 2010
Page
1
A cloudy Fourth of July in Lawrence turned rainy at Watson Park and downtown, but hundreds gathered for the Lawrence Originals Food Festival. Chefs from Lawrence restaurants served outside, sharing local specialties in a picnic like tradition as rain dispersed crowds but spirits stayed high.
Rain dampened the Fourth of July festivities but the Jaycees fireworks crew stayed ready under a tarp. Rick Bellinger said the show would go on, with several dozen attendees returning to the park by 8:45 to witness a bang as Wolfe voiced his desire to see fireworks despite the weather. Reporter Cory Smith can be reached at 832-6309.
Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center celebrates 60 years of service. Chief operating officer Patricia Roach Smith notes the center treated 5,915 Douglas County residents in 2009 and admitted an average of 12 new clients per business day. She emphasizes mental health disorders are treatable and urges seeking help. Dr. Bert Nash, born 1898, memorialized the center in Kansas.
Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center marks 60 years with the Bert Nash Dash and Bash in downtown Lawrence on October 9. The event features a 4 pm Nash Dash 5K and 10K starting and ending at Seventh and Massachusetts, plus live music street entertainment and children's activities on the 600 block of Massachusetts until about 11 pm. Proceeds benefit the Bert Nash Endowment. sponsorship and volunteer info via chart bert nash.org.
General David Petraeus formally assumes command of U S and NATO forces in Afghanistan and holds the International Security Assistance Force flag during a Kabul ceremony. Read more on page 2A.
Washington AP reports researchers and safety groups urge adding artificial noises to quiet gas electric hybrids to protect pedestrians including the blind. NHTSA notes hybrids are twice as likely to be involved in low speed crashes. lawmakers eye sound requirements within years.
Residents are urged to monitor forecasts as more rain moves in this weekend, affecting outdoor plans and commutes. Local meteorologists predict ongoing showers with possible thunderstorms, prompting event organizers to adjust schedules and residents to secure waterproof gear.
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