Fireworks over Kansas River draw Lawrence crowds at annual show
Spectators line the south bank of the Kansas River to watch the Lawrence Jaycees annual Fourth of July fireworks display. Jessica Clossen gives a thumbs up as bicycle riders prepare to kick off a parade in northwest Lawrence at Tumbleweed and Sharon drives. See a photo gallery of festivities at LJWorld.com.
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Gas price drop tips Lawrence drivers to travel
Gasoline prices ease across the nation with the national average below 3.50 a gallon for the first time since February as Lawrence area stations report prices under 3.33 a gallon. Stable crude oil and refineries running at high output support the slide though a temporary spike could follow Middle East turmoil.
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KU seeks state help for 75 million health education building
KU Medical Center officials press for state funding to build a new health education facility in Kansas City, Kansas. Legislators cut university funding, derailing the plan despite Gov. Brownback’s sign-off. KU remains determined to regroup and return to the Legislature, citing years of planning and the need to train more doctors.
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Afternoon storm joins social storm updates
A brief notice invites readers to join LJWorld’s afternoon storm coverage on Facebook and Twitter. The post directs followers to monitor updates from LJWorld about ongoing weather conditions and potential impacts.
Withey Traded to Pelicans in Three-Team Deal
Former Kansas center Jeff Withey was traded to the New Orleans Pelicans in a three team deal reached days after rejoining ex Jayhawk teammate Thomas Robinson in Portland.
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