Geologist says Gulf spill not worst in memory
Retired KU professor Ernie Angino compares BP disaster to 1979 Ixtoco spill off Mexico. He notes Ixtoco dumped about 140 million gallons, reached Padre Island, and was capped after about 10 months. He urges stronger safeguards and acknowledges ongoing uncertainty about long term damage.
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Friends aid search for missing Lawrence 13 year old
Family and friends load local businesses with fliers as Lawrence police pursue leads in the disappearance of Stevie Drake, a 13 year old South Junior High student last seen May 29 after a court ordered supervised visits with his father. Police note runaways are common with 185 reports in 2009 and 47 so far in 2010 but continue active searches for information.
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Oread hotel to add movable terrace walls in plan
Lawrence city commissioners will consider changes to The Oread at 1200 Oread Ave to add a moveable wall system for public terraces, enabling enclosure during bad weather while keeping minimum open space. Meeting at 6 35 p m. City Hall. Weather could delay the World's Largest Community Workout at KU Shenk Sports Complex with a rain date June 15. Traffic delays expected on US 59 due to pavement repairs by KDOT near the South Lawrence Trafficway Interchange.
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Patrol Seeks Gas Deals After Low Prices Found
The Journal-World reports gasoline prices as low as 2.46 at several stations with readers urged to call 832-7154 if they locate a lower price.
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