Lawrence School observes King Jr. Day while skipping Presidents Day
In February 1992 the Lawrence school board adopted a policy to observe one annual holiday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, following city and university policies. The district began the tribute in 1992-93 and will not close for Presidents Day due to state law requiring a fixed school year length.
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Weis at Lawrence Calendar of Events and Meetings
A condensed schedule lists multiple events in Lawrence and Ottawa including professional development on sexual harassment at KU staff, Le Leche League meetings, storytime for children, farmers market, city commission sessions, cohousing orientation, and a 2001 budget planning study session. Other readings include a noon Brown Bag concert, library programs, and cliffhangers for kids at the public library.
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Datebook submission contact and online posting options
For Datebook items call 832-7254 or mail to Datebook PO Box 888 Lawrence 66044. Email datebook at jworld.com. Post events for free at lawrence.com features calendars page.
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Lawrence Police officer George Wheeler retires after 23 years
Sgt. George Wheeler, a 23 year Lawrence Police Department veteran and former public information officer, will retire June 30. He began as a patrolman in 1978, served as crime prevention officer, and was promoted in 1987. Wheeler plans to teach at Baker University, write, take a July vacation, and host a retirement reception July 5 at Union Pacific Depot.
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Church Burglary at Communi ty Bible Church Weekend Break-In
Douglas County investigators say a break-in occurred between 2 p.m. Saturday and 7:15 a.m. Sunday at Communi ty Bible Church, with the office doors kicked in and the pastor’s office ransacked. Electronic gear including a Pentium computer and stereo were taken. no suspects named. Crime Stoppers offers a $100 reward for information and contact is anonymous.
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Ai Transplant Deadline Nears For Applications
The June 30 deadline demands applicants request an application from the Topeka Community Foundation. Call (785) 272-4804 to request the form.
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Transplant Assistance Fund Accepting Applications in Kansas
The Transplant Assistance Fund is now accepting applications from Northeast Kansas residents who have had a transplant or are awaiting one. Eligible applicants may receive money for anti-rejection medication, hospital and dental bills, and living and transportation expenses related to a transplant.
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KU Alumna to Sing National Anthem at Royals Game
Kansas University alumna Heather Claybrook will sing the national anthem before the Kansas City Royals against the Seattle Mariners at Kauffman Stadium at 1 05 p m Wednesday. Claybrook is a consumer reporter for Fox 4 News in Kansas City Missouri.
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Charges amended in teen shooting case in Osawatomie
Jefferson County prosecutors raise McCleary charges in the 13 year old Dakota Back gun case. New counts include four felonies for methamphetamine and marijuana distribution and two misdemeanors for drug paraphernalia and THC. Preliminary hearing set for June 27.
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Injury crash in Leavenworth County sends two to LMH
A Saturday morning crash on Leavenworth County Road 27 left a Lawrence woman and her friend hospitalized briefly before being treated and released at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Police report Joseph Thomas of McLouth lost control, veered onto the shoulder, rolled over the guardrail and into a creek bed. Emergency calls logged numerous fire and ambulance responses across Lawrence and Baldwin areas for the same weekend.
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