KBA approves 375K equity stake in Olathe Novita Therapeutics
The Kansas Bioscience Authority funds Novita Therapeutics with 375000 dollars as part of a 15 million round to advance clinical trials. Novita, based at the KBA Venture Accelerator in Olathe, aims to spin off two subsidiaries to run trials and commercialize devices for dialysis, brain aneurysms, and tumor blood flow blockage. CEO Nick Franano notes total KBA support nears 1.3 million since 2011 and forecasts a five to tenfold return.
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KU Reporter Matt Erickson Announces Office Hours
Kansas University reporter Matt Erickson invites readers to meet during KU office hours from 9 a.m. to noon on March 13 at the Media Crossroads, fourth floor, Kansas Union. He provides contact details including his phone and Twitter handle.
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Record Kansas concealed carry applications again rise
Kansas reports 3,573 concealed carry permit applications in February the highest monthly total since 2006. January also set a record with 3,167. By March 1 active permits reached 53,180 as nationwide firearm background checks hit top levels. Ottawa shop owner Tim Van Leiden cites urgent demand and stock shortages amid anticipated stricter laws.
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Teachers bristle at proposed bargaining changes in Kansas
In Topeka the state legislature weighs a bill to narrow contract negotiations between teachers and public districts. The Kansas National Education Association warns of a war on educators while supporters say the change boosts local district flexibility and innovation. The measure, tied to a House committee hearing, draws opposition from KNEA and some school boards though backers push for broader operational latitude. The debate centers on reducing bargaining topics such as evaluation procedures while preserving pay and leave questions.
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