Public Forum Urges Action On Elder Care Shortage In Douglas County
Loretta Scott leads Justice Matters a 14 faith group seeking to partner with Heartland Workforce Development Board and County Commissioner Patrick Kelly to bring Dwyer Workforce CNA training to Douglas County The group invites participation at the April 28 assembly at 3 p.m. Lied Center to push for elder care workforce solutions.
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Haskell Elected KU Chemistry Building Architect
At a meeting of the board of regents Capt J G Haskell was chosen architect for the proposed University of Kansas chemistry building. He brings wide public building experience and thorough knowledge of state needs. Snow and cold wind made the forenoon unpleasant. Secretary Barnes notes apples unhurt by recent cold, grapes look promising, but peaches damaged, fruit crops generally hurt. Mulched strawberries should recover. Compiled by Sarah Parsons.
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Bookshelf wealth sparks a doomed culture clash
Froma Harrop notes debates over bookshelf wealth on TikTok are quarrelsome and pointless. Readers, designers, and critics clash over a trend that mocks or elevates book display, while shelves reveal personal taste and social signals rather than a universal truth.
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Nippon Steel to Buy U S Steel in $14.1 Billion Deal
Nippon Steel of Japan agreed to acquire U S Steel in a $14.1 billion transaction. The column argues the deal could strengthen the U S economy, secure jobs, and boost domestic production while warning against protectionist backlash and government meddling. Veronique de Rugy weighs in on national security, market efficiency, and investor confidence.
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