Editorial urges using sales tax for library costs over property tax hike
The piece critiques Lawrence city commissioners for not shifting part of the $18 million library expansion funding to the 1 percent county sales tax. It argues sales tax revenue could cover ongoing operating costs, potentially avoiding a 0.5 mill permanent tax increase and reducing a 1.5 mill levy for 20 years. The author notes voters approved the tax for parks and recreation, but questions restrictions, urging creativity in financing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence Public Library
Lawrence
Modesty in Statecraft or Self-Interest in Obama Era
Charles Krauthammer argues Obama’s claimed modesty about America is selective and self aggrandizing. He cites praise for international cooperation while highlighting perceived narcissism in Obama’s self reference and public tone. The piece frames a critique of American exceptionalism and leadership style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
NASA
Obama
Charles Bolden
America
al-Khwarizmi
Bolden
Russia
United States
U.S
Mars
Kennedy
S. Obama
Strasbourg
Presi
Berlin
Charles Krauthammer
Washington Post Writers Group
Old Home Town recalls a Kansas pioneer in Lawrence
J E Rastall, sixteen when he came to Kansas in the early fifties, visits Lawrence this week. He recalls the Eldridge burning and helping amid the ruins, bearing a scar from handling hot stones. He praises Lawrence’s progress and calls it a pretty town. Compiled by Sarah St John Readmore Old Home Town at LJWorld.com.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
Readmore
Ljworld.com
Old
Tour of Lawrence Volunteers Earned Wide Praise
Jon Gallagher of One2Go Event Services thanks the Lawrence volunteers for their stellar work in aiding Sunday night breakdown and moving tens of thousands of dollars of equipment to safety. He notes collaboration with diverse groups across racing venues and urges continued partnership for 2011.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
Jon Gallagher
One2Go
Heber City
Utah
Tax and budget fatigue in Kansas school board turmoil
In Lawrence Kansas residents criticize the school board over tax plans and budget cuts claiming tax increases are unaffordable. They argue teachers salaries and athletic spending harmed education and urge budget discipline amid pension and cost concerns. A reader recalls a fatal road incident involving a dog as a cautionary note on road safety. The Journal World prints letters urging thoughtful civic budgeting and responsible driving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott Morgan
Rich Minder
Journal- World
Lawrence
State of
Kansas
Barbara Paris
Also Mentioned on This Page
Facebook.com
Ljworld
Twitter
Lawrence Journal-World
The
W.C. Simons
Dolph Simons Sr
Dolph C. Simons Jr
Dennis Anderson
Ann Gardner
Chris Bell
Caroline Trowbridge
Ed Ciambrone
the World Company
Sixth and
New Hampshire Streets
P.O
Kan
Audit Bureau of Circulations
Associated Press
Dolph C. Simons III
Dan C. Simons
Electronics
Patrick Knorr
Dan Cox
Mediapharmedia
Ralph Gage
Charleskrauthammer
Old Home Town
Sarah St. John
Srael
Amaroach
Cis
U.S. Highway 40
Topeka
Judy Carman
Lecompton
Cal Thomas
Journal-World
Rutherford Institute
Supreme Court
Thomas
Tush
Poppycock
UC Hastings
Christian Legal Society
CLS
California
Stu Nowlin
Ijworld.com
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!