East Lawrence loft project aims at renaissance
Developer Tony Krsnich converted the 1904 Poehler Grocery Warehouse into a 49 unit apartment building in east Lawrence. He opened for leases late last month, noting the entire building was leased in 12 hours with a waiting list of about 70 people. He hopes the project signals broader community renewal.
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Gov Brownback cites solid Kansas finances for tax cuts
Gov Sam Brownback said Kansas can proceed with large state income tax cuts after reporting strong finance metrics. He announced early payoff of 25 million in bonds funding Statehouse renovations, fairgrounds work, and other projects. State ended 2012 with 466 million in cash reserves, more than double prior year.
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Burn ban approved for unincorporated Douglas County
Douglas County Commissioners enacted a burn ban for the unincorporated area, effective until at least Aug. 1 with the next commission meeting scheduled. Jillian Rodrigue of the Emergency Management office noted ongoing oversight and enforcement considerations.
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Kansans under 65 gain new health protections under ACA
About one in four Kansans under age 65 will receive protections from the Affordable Care Act in 2014. Insurance cannot be denied for preexisting conditions nor charged higher premiums or policies that exclude needed services. Children already enjoy protections. experts call ACA crucial for those most in need.
Thunderstorm TA and social media outreach
The article notes a thunderstorm event and invites readers to join updates on Facebook at LJWorld and on Twitter at LJWorld for real time alerts and coverage.
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Drought Drives Up Grocery Costs Next Year
The drought gripping more than half the country is a major reason why consumers can expect to pay 3 percent to 4 percent more for groceries next year. Page 7A.
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