Wichita petition drive seeks ballot to relax marijuana penalties
Organizers in Wichita turn in more than 5,800 signatures to place a measure on the November ballot reducing penalties for possessing small amounts of marijuana. The plan would drop possible jail time and fines to a $25 civil penalty, with possession becoming a civil offense rather than a crime. City officials said no plans to block the petition, and organizers aim to clarify language amid potential legal challenges.
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Barrel racing thrills at Douglas County Fair night show
Amateurs and professionals joined 40 adult riders and about 10 youth entrants in a barrel racing event. Riders emphasized harmony with their horses and the sport’s camaraderie, while eight year old Mallory Qualleth from Lawrence focused on an egg toss during a break. Moon and Dozer claimed the fastest score of the night.
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Lawsuit by Topeka parks employees heads to trial
A Shawnee County judge ruled that a suit filed by 10 former Topeka parks and recreation employees against the city will go to trial. They allege the city violated severance pay rules after being fired and rehired as Shawnee County employees, with Judge Rebecca Crotty denying motions to dismiss.
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Early voting continues for Aug 5 primary at multiple sites
Advance voting runs this weekend and next week. Today hours are 9 am to 1 pm at Douglas County Courthouse Lecompton Eudora city halls and Baldwin City Fire Department. Next week 8 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday at the Douglas County Courthouse.
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Huckabee backs Roberts in Kansas Senate race
Former presidential candidate Mike Huckabee endorsed Senator Pat Roberts amid a fierce GOP primary challenge from tea party hopeful Milton Wolf. Huckabee praised Roberts as a conservative fighter who has fought for lower taxes and limited federal reach.
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State issues health warnings for seven Kansas lakes
Kansas Department of Health and Environment warns of potentially harmful algae blooms at seven lakes including Chisholm Creek Park Lake Sedgwick Memorial Park Lake Barton Jewell State Fishing Lake Jewell County Lake War nock Atchison South Park Lake Johnson Milford Reservoir and parts of Marion Reservoir Public health guidance urges avoiding direct water contact such as wading swimming or skiing due to unsafe conditions.
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Betty Jo Charlton remembered as devoted public servant
Kansas lawmakers praised Betty Jo Charlton a longtime Lawrence advocate and KU supporter. She was inducted into the KU Women’s Hall of Fame in 1997 and earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees after raising a family. She is survived by two sons and two granddaughters with donations asked to the Douglas County Democratic Party.
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