Deadline extended for noncompliant health plans in Kansas
Kansas Insurance Department allows renewal of non-grand fathered plans that fall short of ACA benefits through Oct. 1 2016. The move aligns with President Obama's extension, aiding consumers as insurers adjust to extended ACA deadlines. Sandy Praeger notes maintained flexibility while phasing out noncompliant plans.
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Eudora man charged with three counts of aggravated indecent liberties
A 43 year old man from Eudora was charged Thursday with three felony counts of aggravated indecent liberties with a child for alleged incidents in 2012 involving three victims aged nine and ten. He was arrested Wednesday afternoon, appeared in Douglas County District Court via video, and is held on a 50000 dollar bond. If convicted, he faces 25 years to life per count.
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Paula Barr named district elementary teacher of the year
Paula Barr, a second grade teacher at Quail Run School with 32 years in education, praised for blended teaching. District selects an elementary and secondary teacher of the year. Kelly Hart won the secondary award and both are in contention for Kansas Teacher of the Year.
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GaDuGi Safe Center names Chrissy Heikkila new director
Chrissy Heikkila was chosen as executive director of the GaDuGi Safe Center replacing Sarah Jane Russell after a unanimous vote by the board. Heikkila, a Great Bend native, has worked at GaDuGi since 2009 and is pursuing a master’s degree at Fort Hays State University. The center serves Douglas Jefferson and Franklin counties with free support services.
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Marilynne Robinson reads from Housekeeping and reflects on her craft
The author discusses Housekeeping s genesis from fragments in Idaho themes of loss hope and family. She recalls writing in a France farmhouse after moving abroad and explains the novel s title fit two thirds of the way through. She notes critics and readers alike, praising her unique voice amid broader concerns about modern graciousness and joy.
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KU Provost Advocates Grit for 21st Century Flagship
Kansas University Provost Burish argues for balancing digital and in person courses, expanding study abroad, recruiting international students and faculty, and internationalizing curricula. He praises institutional grit as key to long term flagship success and cites KU’s evolution from humble beginnings to national respect.
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KU Daisy Hill Halls Sized to 700 Residents Total
A March 6 Journal-World correction clarifies that two new Kansas University residence halls on Daisy Hill each hold 350 residents, for a combined capacity of 700. The update fixes earlier misstatements about hall capacity and reflects the planned dormitory scale.
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Hospital Report Shows No Births Thursday
Hospital officials released the Thursday update stating there were no births recorded. No other significant changes were noted in the daily report.
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