Douglas County approves Lone Star Lake Park rule changes
County commissioners updated park regulations including designated off leash dog areas and ATV restrictions. Swimming will be limited May 1 to Sept 15 with no swimming under docks while water skiing remains allowed on select days and daily camping fees rise from seven to eleven dollars for non electric sites and twelve to sixteen dollars for electric sites.
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KU students seek Wescoe Beach renovation plan
KU student leaders push a Wescoe Beach facelift with lighting seating and shade trees. The proposal would require two Student Senate committees to allocate about 100000 dollars with matched private funds and another 50000 from Campus Safety Advisory Board, aiming for a summer completion if funding aligns.
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Planning end of life care and decisions in Lawrence
Linda Upstill of CHEC urges adults to have a Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care to guide decisions during disability. She notes annual family discussions ease choices and guilt. Eva Edmonds, 83, plans funeral arrangements and relies on a bank trustee for wishes, while 75 percent lack an end of life plan. Health reporter Karrey Britt.
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KU Medical Center abortion training sparks legislative debate
A Kansas House committee discusses requiring abortion experience for Ob/Gyn residents at KU Medical Center. KU proposes an exemption for residents employed by the center, training in facilities not state owned. The university contends accreditation needs push residents to gain abortion experience elsewhere. Chancellor Gray-Little declined comment on funding talks.
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Grants Expand Support For Basic Needs In Lawrence Area
The Douglas County Community Foundation boosted aid to low income and disabled residents as needs rise with the economy. Health Care Access Clinic received 15000 dollars to broaden services for uninsured residents, while Family Promise of Lawrence got 10000 to renovate its day center for homeless families. A 13200 grant funded crib replacements in local child care centers, and 7000 supported a Smithsonian exhibit in Kansas venues including Baldwins City. The foundation, started with a 4 million donation from Tensie Oldfather in 2000, aims to remain flexible to evolving community needs.
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