Lawrence school board approves 3 percent raise plan
The Lawrence school board approved a contract boosting pay for teachers and certified staff by an average 3 percent next year, plus raises for administrators and classified staff. Total cost about 2.8 million, funded mainly from cash balances. includes a permanent 800 base pay increase and movement on raises per the Lawrence Education Association agreement.
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Common Ground garden program grows in Lawrence community
Lawrence residents envision a network of seven garden sites under the Common Ground initiative. The Lawrence Community Orchard coordinates one plot, turning vacant city lots into fruit and vegetable spaces. Gardens engage residents with hands on farming while providing fresh produce and community learning.
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Kansas child well being declines in 2013 data book
The 2013 KIDS COUNT Data Book from the Annie E. Casey Foundation shows Kansas child well being worsening. Poverty rises from 15 to 19 percent from 2005 to 2011, while areas of concentrated poverty grow from 2 to 7 percent, per Shannon Cotsoradis of Kansas Action for Children.
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Breezy hot conditions dominate today’s forecast
The forecast calls for breezes and hot weather with a high near 93. No significant precipitation is expected, and humidity remains steady. The day also includes comic pages and notices of deaths in the community.
Republican outcast Sandy Praeger shifts from GOP core
Insurance Commissioner Sandy Praeger, long allied with the Republican party, is described as a GOP misfit out of step with the party establishment, reflecting a rift and waning support within the GOP ranks.
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