Annual Sidewalk Sale to attract thousands in Lawrence
Downtown Lawrence launches its 31st annual Sidewalk Sale drawing about 125 stores and an estimated 20,000 shoppers. Merchants cut prices 30 to 70 percent, with parking tight and traffic slower. The event runs sunrise to sunset, shopping starting around six in the morning. Megan Christian of The Palace and employee Josh Rink prepare storefront displays for the sale.
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Marla Martin
Downtown Lawrence Inc
Southwest and More
Megan Christian
Palace
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Massachusetts
Josh Rink
Patascey
Tonganoxie extends water conservation plan indefinitely
City officials in Tonganoxie keep an odd-even outdoor watering rule in effect as wells stay low. Water plant superintendent Kent Heskett noted wells fell to about 9 feet from a normal 13 to 14, with a 6-foot level threatening pumping capability.
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Tonganoxie
Shane Krull
Kent Heskett
Priest Charged in Indecent Liberties Plea Negotiations Under Way
Catholic priest Rev Dennis Schmitz 41, amid plea negotiations with Douglas County DA, asked Judge Michael Malone to set a preliminary hearing for Aug 14 to pursue a possible plea. He allegedly fondled a 14 or 15 year old between 1998 and 1999 while in Lawrence. Schmitz formerly recruited college age men for the priesthood and now faces another indecent liberties charge in Nemaha County with a July 29 preliminary hearing.
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Douglas County
Dennis Schmitz
Steve Mirakian
Michael Malone
Malone
Schmitz
Lawrence
Marysville
Nemaha County
Gasoline Prices Highlight Patrol Deal In News Note
The Journal-World lists a gas price as low as 1.31 dollars at Miller Mart near 19th Street and Haskell Avenue. Readers are urged to report lower prices by calling 832 7154 with business name, address, and price or visit the Pump Patrol message board online.
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Journal-World
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19Th Street
Haskell Avenue
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Jworld.com
Ads add spark to GOP race
Online ads frame Kansas governor bid as Knight targets Shallenburger on renovation costs. Knight says the $600,000 figure overstates spending and urges voters to scrutinize his rival. Shallenburger defends bonuses and office upgrades while calling Knight negative tactics. Other GOP candidates include Senate President Dave Kerr and Dan Bloom.
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Topeka
Wichita
Bob Knight
Tim Shallenburger
Knight
Shallenburger
Joe Pisciotte
Senate
Dave Kerr
Hutchinson
Dan Bloom
Eudora Schools
Eagles offer reward in Lawrence double slaying
Lawrence Fraternal Order of Eagles establish a reward fund to aid police in solving the double slaying of George Pete Wallace and Wyona Chandlee both 71. Wallace was a longtime Eagles member and lodge president. Police urge tips to 843-TIPS or Douglas County Crime Stoppers with up to 1000 dollars possible.
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Lawrence Police Academy
Pete Wallace
Wynona Chandlee
Bullene Avenue
Lawrence Eagles Lodge
Lawrence
Order of Eagles
W. Sixth St
George
Pete” Wallace
Wyona Chandlee
Chandlee
Learnard Ave
Wallace
Eagles
Wyandotte County
Lodge 309
LeRoy Bateson
Bateson
Learnard Avenue
Delaware Street
19Th Street
Mike Pattrick
Douglas County
United Way aims for $1.46 million drive despite tough year
United Way of Douglas County officials say they will seek a $1.46 million goal, matching last year, as they acknowledge a difficult fundraising climate. Co chair Mary Kate Ambler notes belief in community effort to fund local human services, amid last year’s $60,000 shortfall. Factors include Septili related gifts, a slipping economy, and local business closures or relocations impacting donations.
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United Way of
Douglas County
Mary Kate Ambler
David
United Way
Drive
No-call list regulatory push stalls awaiting new vendor
Kansas lawmakers newest no call list faces delays as the attorney general seeks a replacement vendor after negotiations with the Direct Marketing Association collapsed. Officials say a new system could still launch by June, with penalties up to ten thousand dollars for violations.
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Kansas
Kansans
Mark Ohlemeier
Direct Marketing Assn
Ohlemeier
Stovall
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