District sued over negligent hiring of school speaker Gridley
In Douglas County District Court a suit alleges the district was negligent in employing and supervising speech pathologist Mark Gridley and that this negligence contributed to abuse of a six year old student. The plaintiff, listed as Daughter Doe, seeks compensatory damages for physical and mental harm. Gridley, held on a 1.5 million bond, faces multiple charges after allegedly sexually abusing at least eight victims ages six to fourteen over two days in February. he is due in court March 26 for a status conference. The district terminated Gridley and Superintendent Jeanice Swift ordered a district wide safety protocol review.
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District board eyes calendar change and facility bids
The board discusses possible district calendar adjustments by March 14 and considers bids and contracts totaling about 121,875 for power supplies, wind screens, rail padding, gym floor refinishing, and substitute nurse staffing. An executive session is planned with no action to follow, and meetings will be livestreamed with public comments by 6 p.m. Monday.
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Mobile food drives bring meals to riders at Central Station
Just Food and Harvesters coordinate Thriving Thursdays at Central Station offering distribution at 3 to 5 pm. Each nonprofit attends monthly, providing choice shopping and fresh items to riders on their evening commutes. Executives say the program reduces stigma and reaches first-time users while offering SNAP information to sustain benefits.
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Lawrence KS launches memorial rich cemetery website access
The Lawrence Parks, Recreation and Culture staff unveil a new cemetery website. Burials appear in real time and memorial pages let families upload photos and obituaries. Director Luis Ruiz invites public feedback by email or phone.
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