Hutchinson man to be resentenced in child dryer abuse case
Aaron Pritchard, previously convicted in 2008 for placing his girlfriend’s two and three year old children in a clothes dryer as punishment, faces a third sentencing hearing after an appellate court ruled past sentences failed to correct error. The court found the maximum term should be just over five years, potentially allowing release pending no new date set.
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Lawrence weighs massachusetts street retail project approval
Lawrence planners hear strong views on a North Carolina developers proposal to build big box retailers and restaurants near Sixth Street and the South Lawrence Trafficway. Supporters cite sales taxes and downtown vitality while opponents warn of impact on downtown Lawrence and the Baker Wetlands has concerns. The plan includes Old Navy Academy Sports Ulta Beauty and a specialty grocer with potential conservation easement of open space along the Wakrusa River.
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Arrest made in chase tied to 5 year old girl death
Leavenworth Kansas police say Marcus McGowan 30 of Atchison is charged with first degree murder and six related felonies after abducting a child, fleeing across the state line in a high speed chase, and a 5-year-old girl Cadence Harris found fatally shot in his car. Police say the motive and shooter remain under investigation with multiple aggravated charges possible. Cadence’s mother Christina Harris described a troubled relationship with McGowan and said he loved Cadence and never hurt her.
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Emporia hosts push to bring Amtrak back to area
A local task force in Emporia seeks to revive Amtrak service in northeast Kansas. They filed for nonprofit status to fund an impact study and explore rebuilding a station after a 1999 fire. Leaders cite economic benefits and transportation for students and seniors as core goals.
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