Grounded Yak changes flight plans for fundraiser
The Yakovlev-52 airframe, slated for Red Ribbon Flights by the Douglas County AIDS Project, cannot carry passengers after FAA restrictions. DCAP's executive director Sydney Hardgrave said the loss dampened expectations for the event, which still offers flights in 12 other planes from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday for a $30 donation.
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Red Ribbon Flights raise funds via Lawrence airport flights
The Douglas County AIDS Project will host its annual Red Ribbon Flights at Lawrence Municipal Airport from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday. Twelve planes will offer flights over Lawrence for donations, with tickets at 18 dollars for adults and 12 dollars for children under 12. The event features a Yak aircraft and other planes, with organizers noting FAA rules and past attendance exceeding 300.
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Chautauqua-Style History Event At Watkin s Museum
Douglas County Historical Society hosts a 2 p m Sunday fundraiser at the Watkins Community Museum of History 1047 Mass Marvin Stottlemire Topeka portrays John Brown and Don Lambert Topeka portrays John Steuart Curry in a Chautauqua style performance about abolition and mural art following a reception. Tickets 10 per person Information via 841 4109.
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Pressure check helps ensure safe canning
K State Research and Extension Douglas County offers pressure canner gauge checks from 9 to 11 a.m. each Thursday through July 15 at 2110 Harper. Gauges should be tested annually against a master gauge to ensure accuracy before canning. extension agent Susan Krumm notes misreadings can occur even if the dial sits at 2 pounds when inactive. For details call 843-7058.
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Extension Center
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Susan Krumm
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