Baldwin City hosts annual Thomas the Tank Engine appearances
Up to 20,000 people are expected to visit over two weekends as Thomas the Tank Engine returns for the ninth summer in Baldwin City. Linda Ballinger notes strong ticket sales as the life sized PBS replica offers a 25 minute ride for $18. Rides run Friday to Sunday plus June 11 13 with 54 rides scheduled and shuttles from Baldwin High School.
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Copper theft arrests shake Tonganoxie park Lights damaged in Friday burglary
Police in Tonganoxie arrested a 32 year old Lakeland Minnesota man and a 22 year old HendersonNevada woman on multiple charges after copper wiring was stolen from park underground lines. The theft left lights at the park soccer field and a walking trail inoperable. The man faced felony theft criminal damage to property and other charges after giving a bogus name. The woman faced theft possession of stolen property and criminal damage to property charges.
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Special Olympics torch crosses county to Wichita games
A rain sprinkled procession started the journey of law enforcement officers and Special Olympians along US 59 toward the 2010 Summer Games in Wichita. Lawrence athlete Brady Tanner led the group in power lifting and track events, with his father Gary Tanner praising the uplifting spirit of competition.
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Brownback Chooses Colyer as Running Mate for Governor
U.S. Senator Sam Brownback and state Sen. Jeff Colyer announced their Republican ticket for Kansas governor after filing and paying the $1,920 fee. They promised to rebuild the economy cut taxes reform school finance and focus on families amid primary opposition from Joan Heffington and Mark Holick. Democratic rival Tom Holland urged moderates to join his campaign.
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Fundraiser to aid Lawrence Public Schools by Save Our Neighborhoods
Save Our Neighborhood Schools hosts "Celebrating Education" at Abe and Jake's Landing on Friday 7 to 10 p.m. to raise about $3,000 for district projects including arts and technology. Tickets cost 10 dollars with cash bar, bands, and a presentation from Lawrence High School lip dub creators.
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