Brownback signs limit on funding for remedial courses
Gov. Sam Brownback signed a measure restricting state funding for remedial courses at Kansas University and other regents universities. The law, effective August 15, 2015, allows exceptions for military service, older students, and international students needing remedial English. It also limits admissions under the exception window and leaves open the possibility of alternative funding for courses after the date.
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Missing Kansas girl found safe in Michigan
A 12 year old Kansas girl was found safe in Michigan after authorities said she left home with Kenneth Stewart McGill, 20, of Ontario, Canada. The girl and the man were stopped southwest of Lansing as police investigated the disappearance. Kansas officials said they would determine if charges would be filed while Michigan police continued interviews.
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Kansas and Lawrence see improved job market in 2012
State labor data show Lawrence unemployment falling to 5.2 percent in March and April from 6 percent in January with Kansas private sector adding 13 900 jobs since March. April unemployment statewide at 6 1 percent while national May rate stands at 8 2 percent. Liberty Memorial Central serves 438 sixth to eighth graders.
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Fire crews probe origin of morning vehicle blaze
Lawrence Fire Medical investigators and Lawrence police probed a vehicle fire outside a central Lawrence residence after a flaming object was thrown onto the car. Dispatch audio noted a 2 a.m. incident with officers not informed until 7 a.m., as investigators stood near the West 20th Terrace and Mitchell Road location.
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Leavenworth man charged in Lawrence handgun kidnapping case
Douglas County prosecutors charged 53 year old Gary Anthony Lee in a disturbance near Melrose Lane after 5 p.m. Thursday. He allegedly pointed a handgun at a woman and demanded money. aggravated battery was dismissed but may be refiled. Bond set at $20000. next court appearance scheduled for Tuesday.
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New principal named for Liberty Memorial Central Middle School
Jeff Harkin, current assistant principal at West Middle School, is named principal of Liberty Memorial Central Middle School. He replaces Anna Stubblefield who led for four years and moves to district human resources division director. By fall he will have served in all four district middle schools during his tenure.
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