On the Street: favorite ways to beat summer heat
A Lawrence Public Library street poll asks residents for their preferred methods to cool off as summer heat rises. Respondents share practical tips and casual opinions about staying comfortable during hot days.
Kansas jobless rate rises for second month in May
Kansas unemployment climbs to 4.4 percent in May with a 3,800 jobs decline including 1,500 private sector losses. Lawrence area jobless rate hits 3.9 percent as rainfall and slow construction cited. State officials note seasonal factors and discuss tax policy context under Gov. Brownback.
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Church Solidarity Service Planned After Charleston Massacre
Lawrence's St Luke AME Church will host a Service of Solidarity at 7 pm Sunday at 900 New York St in response to the Charleston Emanuel AME Church massacre. Police have a 21-year-old suspect, Dylann Roof, in custody and the killings are treated as hate crimes. The service, coordinated by Lawrence Area Clergy, invites all to join in expressing concern and unity.
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