Kansas universities clash over state funding and growth
A Dolph Simons column examines ongoing battles among Kansas State University KU and five sister schools as they seek state tax support. Rivalries over facilities programs and private funding push for regional super universities, threatening KU's expansion and national standing.
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Bennett rebuts influence claim over Kansas nuclear plant
Gov. Robert F. Bennett rejected charges that his support for the Wolf Creek nuclear plant is bought by donors from Kansas Gas and Electric and KCPL. Campaign records show local utility officers and directors gave about 6 000 dollars, while state officials contest the influence.
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Three-car crash injures driver in East Lawrence park
An 18 year old Lawrence man lost control near his home causing a three vehicle collision in a mobile home park. He and two parked cars suffered minor injuries and about 1900 dollars in damage was reported.
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Helmet rule ends for Kansas riders new age rule July 1 1976
Atty Gen Curt Schneider says starting July 1 1976 only riders under 16 must wear helmets in Kansas. The 1976 law error nullified a prior contingent clause, so 16 and older no longer face helmet prosecution. Federal rules may require 18 and under but funds risk not expected until 1977.
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Lawrence District 497 Board Sets Budget Year Agenda
The Lawrence District 497 school board meets at 7 30 p m at the Administration Center to consider a 136 000 Title I funds request for remedial English and math. Other items include capital outlay priorities, superintendent salaries, and hiring new administrators including directors of vocational and continuing education fine arts and a part time school community relations officer.
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KU professor Leban argues rule bound campus autocracy
KU associate professor Carl Leban contends the university runs under rigid rules that hinder operations and misallocate resources while Outreach gains ground as a sincere program. Del Shankel defends student faculty cooperation and dismisses the autocracy claim, praising Outreach growth and governance engagement.
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