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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 2013
Page
2
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Private services for Wanda Workman 92 of Lawrence are set after her death Friday July 26 2013 at Alice's Village Memory Care Homes. Born May 6 1921 in Great Bend Kansas she was a homemaker and daycare provider lifelong member of First United Methodist Church. Survivors include daughter Rita Burke grandson Tony Barritt great grandson Chance Barritt and sister Betty Shoemate. memorials may be given to Lawrence Humane Society. Online condolences at WarrenMcElwain.com.
Kansas lawmakers respond to the Alleyne decision with calls for bipartisan action to address enhanced penalties like Hard 50. Senator Terry Bruce cites the need for juries to decide facts for harsher sentences while noting potential dozens of affected cases, including a murder case in Leavenworth County.
The message invites readers to submit fair photos from the Douglas County Fair via email at twright ljworld.com or by tagging social posts with DGCfair. It notes the photos will appear at ljworld.com/dgcfair2013 and directs readers to dgcountyfair.com/testimonial/enjoy-the-fair for the complete schedule.
Darby coaches Regan in barrel racing at the Douglas County fair. They emphasize training and care for horses as athletes. Riders in Pee Wee youth and open categories chase jackpots from entry fees. Regan will compete again at Saturday's 4-H Horse Show after Friday’s race.
In Hutchinson, Gary Robbins and about 25 inmates transformed an acre and a half at the East Unit into the Garden of Good. Despite drought and heat in 2011, they persevered, donating 1,500 pounds of vegetables to the Christian Soup Ministry and funding future supplies. By 2013 they aim for 10,000 pounds of vegetables and $5,000 in local charity aid, showcasing how the project builds skills, responsibility, and community impact.
Lawrence officials weigh a proposed resort combining eating venues and an outdoor center with hiking and water sports. The tourism director says details are lacking and local input hinges on state-provided information. A state review committee will assess technical and cost aspects with a fall timing hoped for an announcement.
Lawrence Journal-World invites readers to nominate unsung heroes for the 2013 Only in Lawrence honor. Citizens may recognize diverse contributors whose quiet efforts keep the community thriving, from volunteers to organizers behind local events.
Wells-Lee was sentenced Friday in Sedgwick County District Court to life plus 20 years with parole possible after 25 years. The judge barred early parole, keeping Wells-Lee from release until his 70s. One victim told him he had ruined her life as the other girl spoke in court. Julie Wright, former managing editor 2006 2008, invites suggestions via email by Sunday with subject Only in Lawrence.
This notice provides contact details for billing, vacation or delivery questions for the Lawrence Journal World. Readers are directed to call the provided number 832-7199 and to send address changes to the post office box in Lawrence.
Friday's market report shows Chicago corn down 4 cents to 4.92, soybeans down 5.50 cents to 13.50, Kansas City and Chicago wheat up 75 cents to 6.92, New York oil down 79 cents to 104.70, silver up 38.3 cents to 19.77, platinum down 25.10 to 1422.80, and an advisory note for ad at 1321.50.
Timothy Wells-Lee, 29, the former Wichita cheer coach, was sentenced to at least 42 years after being convicted in April on 10 counts involving four girls ages 12 to 14 whom he coached at Wichita cheer academies. He faces a lengthy prison term as he was found guilty of sexual relations with the minors.
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