Douglas County Vehicle Registrations Largely Smooth Amid Statewide Tech Switch
Editorial notes Douglas County residents face fewer delays than neighboring Kansas counties as the state DMV migrates to a new computer system. Shawnee and Johnson counties report long waits and partial closures while Douglas County, under Paula Gilchrist, handles online, mail, and in-office renewals with overtime staff keeping pace.
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Tour of Lawrence Draws 600 Cyclists In Weekend Event
Heat expected as high as 100 degrees tests participants and spectators for the Tour of Lawrence running Friday through Sunday. About 600 cyclists will race through downtown and the Kansas University campus including street sprints circuit and downtown criterium races. A beer garden on Eighth Street and children’s activities near Ninth and Massachusetts add festival energy. proceeds benefit Heartland Community Health Center.
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Greece’s slide into crisis seen from Kifisia
Washington Post columnist David Ignatius visits Kifisia near Athens to describe Greece’s deepening crisis. He cites bank withdrawals, shrinking firms, rising crime, and a fragile economy after euro adoption, while noting social costs and political volatility.
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Cop per Wire Stolen From Home Telephone Building
Lawrence police reported a theft of copper wire from the rear of the Home Telephone building yesterday. The stolen property was recovered by Officer Daily. a suspected thief was later arrested by Officer Smith.
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Peña Nieto favored to win Mexico presidency amid fears of return to one-party rule
Andres Oppenheimer argues that Enrique Peña Nieto's PRI lead, poll margins, and youth views suggest a likely July victory. He warns a PRI win could renew crony capitalism and corruption despite promises of reforms and a less autocratic future. The piece notes Lopez Obrador's challenge, Yo soy 132 protests, and how state power shifts complicate potential reforms.
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