Interstate Stop Nets Almost 20 Pounds of Marijuana
Lawrence police stopped a vehicle on I 70 headed eastbound near Douglas County. Christopher Hidalgo Reardon, 27, was arrested June 2 on suspicion of distribution of marijuana and felony possession of paraphernalia. Booking lists a California P O box as address. Arrest affidavit filed in district court details the stop and charges.
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State Asked to Repay 11.9 Million in Federal Funds
Kansas faces an $11.9 million repayment demand from the U S Department of Health and Human Services over federal welfare funds tied to child support costs from 2003 to 2010. The state plans to appeal, with officials citing the issue traces to privatization efforts in the 1990s under former Gov Bill Graves and ongoing duties of the child support enforcement agency. The dispute covers overpayments and interest tied to funds allocated for public assistance custodial parents.
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Sam Brownback
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Kansas
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John Milburn
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Lawrence Tops Midwest Towns in Magazine Ranking
Midwest Living crowned Traverse City Michigan as the Midwest's Greatest Town, edging Lawrence after finalists list. Lawrence gains national notice for its appeal and local craft brewery and winery platform, while a voter registration hiccup at the secretary of state office is noted.
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Midwest
Midwest Living Magazine
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Secretary of State’s
Traverse City
Mich
Sun and clouds appear over regional markets in brief
Classifieds brief notes show business activity with listings across sectors. Regional reporters note limited movement in trade and services as investors watch weather and consumer demand. No major events reported. summaries focus on small openings and notices.
Mental health squad eyed in Lawrence city budget
Lawrence Police Chief Tarik Khatib praised a case where an officer coordinated with the district attorney to connect a mentally ill individual to care, noting the approach reduced yearly calls. He says a dedicated follow up unit could funnel at risk people into long term resources and would aid the 2017 budget plan.
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Tarik Khatib
Khatib
Weekend Guide Highlights Kansas Events This Weekend
The Tour of Lawrence races start the weekend with cycling action. Theatre Lawrence showcases bluegrass, while Kansas Repertory Theatre presents a classic play. Read on for times and venues.
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