Lawrence parents form group to push state school funding
Lawrence public schools launch the Citizen Group for Legislative Education and Advocacy with one representative from each of 20 schools to monitor state and federal funding. Superintendent Rick Doll says the budget has been gutted for three years and the group will build a parent network to testify and influence legislators.
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Community groups seek volunteers for many local projects
Lawrence Community Shelter asks for a volunteer coordinator to arrange weekly orientations. The American Cancer Society seeks Road to Recovery drivers with training and a good driving record for Douglas County. Willow DV Center calls for St Patrick's parade volunteers to share information and hand out candy. Douglas County CDA needs volunteers to haul compost for garden programs. To learn more, contact the listed organizations or United Way Roger Hill Volunteer Center.
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Ashley Graff
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Dccda
Shannon Reid
United Way
Roger Hill
Rhvc.org
Douglascounty.org
Indiana baby dies after tornado field rescue
Fifteen month old Angel Babcock of New Pekin Indiana died after life support was ended Sunday at Kosair Children's Hospital Louisville. Her family lost two parents and two siblings in Friday storms. The death raises the storm toll to 39 across five states as rescuers search rural areas and communities cope with outages and limited communications.
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Kosair Children’s Hospital
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Jack Brough
Jack Cleveland
Census Bureau
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Kansas debate slows 401(k) style teacher plan
Governor Brownback continues to back a 401(k) style pension for Kansas teachers and public workers as lawmakers waver. Committees study alternatives while critics warn startup costs and funding gaps remain. Supporters say linking benefits to KPERS investment earnings could stabilize finances.
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Cranberry Contest Runner Up. Getter Tops with Sour Sweet Cranberry Cake
Lawrence resident Mary Getter won the cranberry cake contest with a hot butter sauce glaze, earning two VIP Stamberg event tickets and a $250 gift bag. The dessert will be served at the VIP afterparty with Stamberg in attendance. Proceeds benefit the Lawrence Public Library.
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Lied Center
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Kansas Focus After Super Tuesday GOP Caucus Near
Capitol activity centers on Kansas as Republican candidates Newt Gingrich and Ron Paul plan stops before this Saturday caucus. State Rep. Terri Lois Gregory introduces HB 2689 to permit sale of alcohol on dinner trains with a 1 30 p.m. hearing before the House Federal and State Affairs Committee. The bill aims to draw Elkhorn Valley Railcar into Baldwin City to spur local economic development.
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Ron Paul
Terri Lois Gregory
Baldwin City
House
Federal and State Affairs Committee
Elkhorn Valley Railcar Company
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