County holds tentative sand pit permit amid water concerns
Douglas County commissioners tentatively awarded a conditional use permit for a open pit sand mining project near Eudora contingent on pre dredging analysis of an underground aquifer that serves Eudora and nearby landowners. If granted the permit will face further agency approvals and possible conditions including a stormwater discharge permit from the KDHE.
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Details emerge in obstruction case against sheriff Jefferson Curry
Details of an obstruction of justice case against Franklin County Sheriff Jeffry Curry and Deputy Jerrod W. Fredricks are developing as FBI agents arrest them on felony interference charges. Curry also faces a misdemeanor official misconduct count.
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Drug Testing Bill Advances in Kansas Welfare Reform Debates
The Senate approved SB 149 to require drug testing for welfare and unemployment benefits and even legislators suspected of drug use. The 31 8 vote sends the measure to the House for consideration. Republicans argue it prevents tax dollars from funding illegal drugs and aids addicts. Democrats call it a mean spirited attack on low income Kansans.
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