Downtown street closures mark Kansas Relays events
Lawrence plans downtown closures for two Kansas Relays events. From 6 p m to 8 p m on Wednesday April 17 the Eighth and New Hampshire intersection hosts top shotput action with about 10 world class athletes. The 100 block of East Eighth Street will close 6 a m Wednesday to 6 a m Thursday for setup and takedown.
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New Hampshire
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Plan to undo classified jobs advances in Kansas
Top Republicans on a House committee approved House Bill 2384 to strip classified protections from many current state workers and future hires. Rep. Jerry Henry voiced concern about the hasty bill and lack of proper channels. The measure would reclassify state attorneys, supervisors, and information technology staff, with changes effective after July 1 for new hires and certain transfers or promotions.
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Marc Rhoades
Newton
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Atchison
Kansas lawmakers back 401(k) style KPERS plan push
Former U S senator Bill Bradley and MIT finance professor Robert Merton testified at a Kansas House hearing urging a 401(k) style retirement plan for new teachers and state workers. They said private sector managers could run the plan, with $1.5 billion in bonds to bolster KPERS and a $9.3 billion long-term gap. The move aims to reform KPERS finances, despite acknowledged flaws in 401(k) schemes.
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House
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