Sidewalk sale draws crowd estimated Thursday turnout
A rough estimate counts attendees at Thursday's sidewalk sale, with organizers noting a busy scene and shoppers browsing displays along the street. Local merchants reported strong foot traffic and varied crowd sizes throughout the afternoon.
Couple’s $2.95 million bid wins prime land in Kansas Turnpike corridor
In a high-stakes Douglas County Sheriff’s auction, Penny Tucker and Russell Tucker outbid rivals to claim 155 acres north of the Lecompton interchange. The couple’s $2.95 million bid drew questions about future development and the site’s proximity to Interstate 70.
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Local Arts and Books Heat up in Humid Summer
A bustling section highlights hot and humid conditions in city arts and entertainment. features include books, comics, and cultural listings across 1C 2C and 7B 3C-9C, with events and releases shaping the week.
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Lawrence Memorial Breaks Ground for New $2 Million Clinic
Lawrence Memorial Hospital will finally break ground on a new 10,000 square foot primary care facility costing 2 million dollars. The project signals expanded local medical access and marks a milestone for the hospital this Saturday.
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Former KU athletics official pleads in ticket scandal
Brandon Simmons, 30, former assistant athletics director at Kansas, pleads guilty to misprision for failing to notify authorities about a ticket scheme. He joins ex colleague Jason Jeffries in pleadings as prosecutors build a case against insiders who allegedly stole more than 1 million dollars in tickets. Both resigned in April after KU launched a ticket office probe and Williams Education Fund review.
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Gulf oil leak capped after weeks of crisis
BP halted the Gulf of Mexico flow after 85 days and as much as 184 million gallons. The next 48 hours would test the cap’s integrity and whether a new leak would form, per reports.
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