KU and WSU fans predict Sunday basketball clash
On Massachusetts Street residents discuss the KU versus WSU game. Robert Walsh notes Wichita State’s consistency and expects a win if KU does not bring its A game. A Concordia attorney predicts a competitive, entertaining matchup with KU edging out. Another speaker from Kansas City believes KU's recent play shows they can win.
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Woodlawn Lake mystery linked to Woodland Lake in East Lawrence
Elden Tefft obituary hints at a Woodlawn Lake where he tested homemade boats in East Lawrence. Researchers at the Watkins Museum find no Woodlawn Lake and suspect Woodland Lake tied to Woodland Park near 12th Street and Prospect Avenue, near Brook Creek Park, with historic roller coasters and sparse archival records.
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Soundoff contact options include call and email
Readers are invited to ask questions by calling 832-7297 or sending an email to soundoff ljworld.com. The notice provides direct channels for public input and engagement with the publication.
county lifts burn ban in Douglas County
Douglas County lifts the burn ban effective immediately after extending a prior ban set to end March 25. County Administrator Craig Weinaug says Commission Chairman Jim Flory could reimpose the ban in coming days if dry and windy conditions return, depending on how conditions develop.
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Local Birth Notices Include Schmalenberger and Johnson Families
Sheldon and Emily Schmalenberger of Baldwin City welcome a girl on Thursday. Sax Matthew Kay of Lawrence is born a boy on Friday. Patrick and Heather Johnson of Topeka announce a boy.
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Lawrence
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Journal-World invites readers to report significant errors
The Journal-World states it corrects significant errors brought to the editors and invites readers to contact via phone 785 832 7154 or email news Ijworld com to report corrections.
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Spur engagement announced for Brenna Spurgeon and Patrick Bliven
John and Karla Spur geon of Lawrence announce the engagement of their daughter Brenna Spurgeon to Patrick Bliven of Kansas City Missouri. Brenna is a KU graduate and Lockton consultant. Patrick is a KU engineer with Burns and McDonnell. The couple plans an August wedding in Kansas City.
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Send Us Your Photos Friends Neighbors Pages
Readers invited to submit photos of friends family or pets for publication Email photos to friends Ijworld com or mail to Friends Neighbors P O Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 for potential feature in the paper
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Perfect Cat and Rehomed Dog Spotlight at Cat-Topia
Thelma a 3 year old Domestic Short Hair weighs 9 lbs and loves people and other cats. Balthazar a Pit Bull Terrier mix weighs about 66 lbs after tail docking due to a long injury. Bradley a 3 year old American Pit Bull Terrier mix is a friendly, active companion suitable for families with kids and other dogs.
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Juju the curious tortoiseshell cat seeks a home
Juju is a 3 year old Domestic Short Hair with red and black tortoiseshell colors. Described as curious and nosy, she stays alert to shelter happenings and would love to meet potential adopters in Cat-Topia. She gets along with other cats and needs a new home.
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Roman the busy Terrier mix seeks active home
Roman is a little over a year old Terrier mix weighing about 26 pounds with a black brown coat and distinctive ears. He thrives in a lively household and is not a couch potato, doing best with older kids who can stay engaged or with another dog as a companion.
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Shelter Pets Seek Homes Duo and Trio of Pets Up For Adoption
Afentra a 3 year old petite calico with black brown tiger markings weighs about 6 pounds. Rickie a 3 year old Smooth Fox Terrier approx 3 years old, likely litter mate with Teddy, good with dogs and kids. Pepe a 3 year old Domestic Short Hair mix about 12 pounds, prefers being only cat. Auro a shy Pit Bull Terrier mix, best as only dog with older kids. Joey and Chandler two near 2 year old Domestic Short Hair grey white tiger marked brothers bonded and inseparable, seeking home together.
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Rickie
Teddy
Pepe Pepe
Auro
Joey
Chandler
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Butter Bean the Calico Cat Seeks Quiet Home
Butter Bean, a one year old Domestic Medium Hair with black red and white calico markings, weighs about 8 lbs. She enjoys pets and attention but dislikes being picked up. Suitable for older children, small children may not be her preference.
Angel the Pointer mix seeks a loving home
Angel is a 3 year old grown up girl with white brown coat. She appears puppy like but is a mature, active yet indoor calm dog. She tolerates cats, will not chase squirrels, follows commands and adapts to kenneling. Good with kids and eager for a visit.
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