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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 2013
Page
4
On Massachusetts Street residents weigh whether girls should be allowed to play on a boys baseball team. Reader responses and opinions are gathered, reflecting local attitudes toward gender in youth sports and team eligibility.
Student athlete James Wilson comments on the lack of a local softball team in Lawrence. He questions why students cannot play on their own teams if فال teams exist, highlighting feasibility and school support concerns.
A 33 year old Lawrence woman Amy C Ballin was convicted of prostitution and aggravated battery after a December arrest linked to an online ad for sex with a juvenile. She pleaded no contest to three prostitution counts and one aggravated battery and faces sentencing July 2. Another case involved Kansas University football player Benjamin D Heeney who reached a diversion agreement after a battery charge. A 27 year old Lawrence man Carlos Vodez Ruiz was sentenced to 45 months for attempted aggravated battery and intimidation after a December incident. A 23 year old Minnesota man Brandon Justin Burton pleaded no contest to indecent liberties involving a 15 year old and remains jailed awaiting July 12 sentencing.
Lawrence couple Samantha and Nathan Schuermann announce the birth of a daughter on Friday.
Sound Off outlines the Summer Dog Days workouts led by Don Red Dog Gardner. Sessions run 6 am and 6 pm Monday to Thursday at South Park. Saturday sessions start next Saturday at 7 am and 7:45 am at the Lied Center. For questions call 832-7297 or email soundoff ljworld.com.
Democrats oppose any sales tax hike citing impact on low and middle earners while Republicans show hesitation. Proposals to cut grocery taxes aim to win votes, but critics warn of recurring battles. A $14.5 billion state budget plan would trim higher education funding at KU and KUMC, with 1.5 percent cuts plus salary cap over two years. lawmakers plan an in depth study including tours of the schools. Governor Brownback urged no cuts, but leaders say campuses can absorb them. Statehouse reporter Scott Rothschild.
Education leaders oppose the bill while a Senate Ways and Means panel votes to back a one member oversight committee to review standards. Critics warn it could burden districts and create chaos as Kansas considers whether to continue or alter Common Core and new science standards adopted in 2010. Senate may vote today.
Lawrence locals will see a British car show aligned with Brits' Big Lunch on Massachusetts Street. James McKenzie notes uncertain attendance while 12 parking spaces are reserved in front of Brits for cars from the 60s and earlier. Brian Kelly plans to display a red 1934 MGPA as possibly the oldest vehicle, with an Art Toureau Parade starting at noon featuring decorated bikes and a locally built Batmobile. Reporter Ian Cummings can be reached at 832-7144.
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