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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 2011
Page
2
South Sudan became the world's newest nation when it gained independence at 12:01 a.m. in Juba after decades of civil war with Sudan. Celebrations erupted as residents hailed Salva Kiir as president and hailed freedom from Khartoum following a 2005 peace deal.
The House approved a measure to bar military chaplains from performing same sex marriages on bases, 236 to 184, tying the rule to the defense spending bill. The move seeks to delay the Obama administration policy allowing gays to serve openly, while Panetta signals possible certification for mid summer after training ends. Rep. Tim Huelskamp argued bases should not be used to advance a social agenda.
Civil rights groups filed a federal lawsuit in Huntsville to stop Alabama's new immigration measure, arguing it criminalizes acts of hospitality and faith. The suit says the law exceeds limits seen in Arizona Utah Indiana and Georgia, where courts have blocked similar provisions.
Douglas County Senior Services hires Carleen Roberts, 38, as executive director to lead a nonprofit with nine full-time staff and a 970000 dollar budget. The agency provides in home support for seniors including meals, exercise classes, tax aid and transportation. Roberts, born in Jamaica, moved to Lawrence in 1994 for Kansas University studies.
The Lawrence Central Rotary Club sponsors a July 16 ride at Youth Sports Complex 4911 W 27th St from 9 to 11 am with three routes from one to eight miles. Registration is free at ridelawrence.com and helmets are required. Participants include Eli Edwards who praises the active, healthy event open to beginners and veterans alike.
In a Saturday column, state aided universities face fiscal strain as funding from the state shrinks. KU and Minnesota discuss heavy tuition rises and private philanthropy to cover budgets. Minnesota's School of Law and Carlson School of Management consider operating without state funds, under President Eric Kaler. Former President Bruininks supports cautious privatization, noting risks and public mission concerns.
Dialog among deans at KU highlights a shift toward financial independence as state support dwindles. Budget changes trim state shares for the School of Management and Law, while leadership at KU questions effects on tuition, research, and public service. Similar moves occur nationwide with UVA, Michigan, and UCLA exploring self funding.
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