Outage hits Old West Lawrence residents and Westar switch fault
Power failures in Old West Lawrence Friday affected thousands of residents and several businesses with traffic signals out. Westar Energy reported 5228 customers without power at the peak, lasting over two hours. Power was restored around 5 p.m. A switch at Sixth and Kentucky failed about 2:30 p.m., not related to recent Westar work at the station.
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Tornado survivors face rare aggressive fungal infection
Some Joplin tornado survivors developed a rare fungal infection that turns tissue black and causes mold in wounds. Infected injuries required reopening stitched sites to remove contamination, medical officials report.
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Jayhawks defense on the rise under changing scheme
Former Kansas coach Carl Torbush announced his retirement saying Kansas defense is a unit on the rise. The Jayhawks appear to implement a slight change in how they play defense, signaling a shift in approach for KU football.
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Quotation Highlights Local Charity Network in Lawrence
Jennie Washburn, a 100 Good Women board member, urges community action as neighbors help neighbors. For 16 years, Lawrencians with philanthropy aims have joined in projects when a need arises, reflecting the group’s evolving volunteer ethic.
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Which Kansas City Wins Least Local Taxes This Sunday
A Sunday feature identifies Kansas City areas with the lowest local tax burden, offering insights on where residents could save money. The piece explains factors shaping tax costs and highlights standout neighborhoods.
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Relay for Life raises funds at Free State High event
Hundreds participated in the Douglas County Relay for Life at Free State High School to support the American Cancer Society. Survivors walked first as teams cheered, with stories of personal battle and hope shared by organizers and participants.
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City seeks removal from Frederick lawsuit in pothole case
Lawrence city attorneys request summary judgment to be removed from a Douglas County suit over KU athletic director Bob Frederick’s 2009 death after his bicycle hit a pothole. They argue the city had no knowledge of the hole. Black Hills Energy and subcontractors were working nearby. The judge may hear the motion later this summer, with co-defendants still facing claims.
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Kansas Arts Funding Stance Cited by Commission Chair
Linda Browning Weis, chairwoman of the Arts Commission and the Arts Foundation, defends Kansas position on arts funding, asserting that Kansas has always been a leader despite being the only state to cut arts financing.
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Kansas differs on arts funding sparks regional view
Midwest arts officials gathered at the Eldridge Hotel as Governor Brownback's veto of 689000 dollars to the Kansas Arts Commission prompts questions about public funding. Terry Ferguson of the Mid-America Arts Alliance warned that Kansas may signal a broader shift, while speculation continues on NEA support and future funding in the Sunflower State.
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