Speeding tolls proposed for Kansas Turnpike
State Senator David Haley introduces Senate Bill 205 to let the Kansas Turnpike Authority charge higher tolls to drivers who speed. The plan, still stalled, aims to fund repairs for state universities while not altering law enforcement on the turnpike. Governor Sebelius had proposed toll increases, but the idea faced legislature resistance.
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Lions and Firebirds win sub state basketball games
Lawrence Lions defeated Olathe Northwest Ravens 52 to 43 while Free State Firebirds beat Shawnee Mission Northwest Cougars 60 to 51. Both teams advance to play again Friday. Local page 1C coverage from Nation edition.
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Lawrence
Free State
Health experts bet on bird flu spread
The University of Iowa launches a futures market for the deadly threat inviting public health experts to place bets at 100 dollars each, aiming to quantify concerns over the bird flu spread.
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University of Iowa
Multinational forces deny child deaths in Ramadi bombing
Rear Adm. Mark Fox stated there were no children killed and called reports of a self-initiated bombing at a Ramadi soccer field that killed at least 15 children false. The denial circulated across multiple outlets on page 6A.
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Mark Fox
Iraq
Ramadi
KU Jazz Festival Turns 30 Alumni Reunite After Ban
The 30 year anniversary of the KU Jazz Festival brings back alumni once barred from performing the style. Organizers highlight enduring impact, with former students and faculty gathering Friday to celebrate a milestone, reflecting on past restrictions and ongoing jazz education.
Lawrence City Commission race defies late surge hopes
Former candidate Allen Levine doubts a dramatic rebound from a sixth place primary finish. He cites lack of defining city issues and notes last cycle's gains came from stronger financing and support for equal rights. This year Mike Dever and Rob lead in financing.
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Lawrence
Allen Levine
Levine
City Commission
Phoenix
Mike Dever
Rob
Senator proposes selling KU Hospital to fund repairs
State Sen. Chris Steineger sparks a privatization discussion proposing selling Kansas University Hospital for at least 800 million dollars to cover 660 million in deferred maintenance at six regents universities and to bolster the pension system. He notes privatization would leave KU Medical Center in state hands while facing opposition from Rep. Paul Davis and others. The plan follows a privatization thread begun in 1998.
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Topeka
Kansas University Hospital
Regents Universities
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Kansas City
Steineger
Regents
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KUMC
Paul Davis
D-Lawrence
Bernanke Rally Helps Stocks Rebound Moderately
U S and Chinese markets steadied after a global sell off with investors cheering Bernanke testimony. The Dow rose 52 points while Nasdaq and S&P 500 gained modestly as markets priced in a slower growth outlook and likely housing rebound. Shanghai trimmed an 8.8 percent loss, but analysts warn volatility persists after the wild session.
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Wall Street
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Lawrence investors stay calm after sharp market drop
Lawrence residents react to Wall Street jitters as the Dow's worst one day drop in years prompts varied responses. Jack Hope and Sally Zogry cite long term plans and national economic impact while avoiding panic and changing few 401(k) strategies.
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Jack Hope
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