Federal grant to fund depot renovation in East Lawrence
Lawrence officials win a federal transportation grant covering 80 percent of about 15 million dollars for restoring the Santa Fe depot at Seventh and New Jersey. The makeover includes a new roof HVAC systems masonry repairs and parking lot improvements. Carey Maynard-Moody called the project a chance to make the building look loved again.
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Hershey Track and Field games ignite youth participation
Youngsters at South Middle School compete in Hershey's Track and Field Games with local winners advancing to the state meet on June 21-22 in Hutchinson. Tamya Douglas, 9, from Lawrence, wins both the 50 and 100 meter dashes while other youths race and throw for distance.
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Stem cell funds spark questions over KU budget cuts
Kansas University officials bemoaned legislative cuts while Ed McKechnie questioned diverting $2 million allotted over two years for the Midwest Stem Cell Therapy Center at KU Medical Center to offset other budget items. He said stem cell research is good but may not be needed now.
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Ironman 70.3 attracts 1500 athletes to Lawrence
More than 1,000 competitors travel to Lawrence for the Ironman 70.3 triathlon Sunday. Australian world champion Craig Alexander is the favorite in the men’s professional race, with several others in contention. Race director Ryan Robinson notes the strong field.
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