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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 2024
Page
2
The Journal-World explains obituary submissions and contact for publishing. It states obituaries run as submitted by funeral homes or families and provides a contact phone number for information on running obituaries.
Kenneth Eshom Bailey Sr 97 of Oskaloosa died June 18 2024 at Stormont Vail Hospital Topeka. WWII Merchant Marine veteran awarded Congressional Gold Medal in May 2022. Survived by three children 11 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren with services planned June 22 2024 at Barnett Family Funeral Home. Memorials to Oskaloosa American Legion Post 36.
Funeral services for Reta L. Heine, 92, of Lawrence, will be held at 11 am on Monday, June 24, 2024, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home. A visitation precedes the service from 10 am to service time. More information at rumsey-yost.com.
Donald Leroy Nichols, 60, died May 26, 2024 in Manhattan. Private family services are planned at a later date. rumsey-yost.com
Kansas lawmakers approved a stadium financing plan to cover up to 70 percent of two new venues tied to the Chiefs and Royals. The measure, supported across the state, relies on bonds repaid over 30 years from sports wagering, lottery, and district taxes, with private funds likely $500 to $700 million.
President Joe Biden signed a 2021 law recognizing Juneteenth as an annual national holiday. Kansas Governor Laura Kelly designated Juneteenth as a state holiday for executive branch employees in October 2023. Quotes from Kelly and Lewis emphasize reflection, progress, and the broader American history and ongoing fight for equality.
Downtown Lawrence Inc. promotes a Friday evening event from 4 to 10 p.m. with extended hours and evening entertainment. Merchants plan to stay open until 10, aiming to keep the sidewalk sale vibe while offering in store deals and unique acts. The event, evolving from last year’s sidewalk sale, emphasizes a community, nightlife oriented showcase of downtown. Plans include KU game day tailgate zones and potential August 24 activities, with more details forthcoming.
The Lawrence Journal World page lists department sections and contact numbers for City and County government courts and crime schools and university offices and various editorial and staff lines. It includes post office address for mail and notes AP and Alliance for Audited Media membership.
The Journal-World states its policy to correct all significant errors brought to the editors, inviting readers to call 832-7154 or email news ljworld.com if they believe a correction is needed. The notice emphasizes accountability and contact avenues for error reporting.
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