Email on wages sparks walkout at Applebee’s
Lawrence Applebee’s on South Iowa Street closed for much of Tuesday after multiple employees quit prompted by a regional manager email urging lower wage hiring as fuel prices rise. The memo from Wayne Pankratz of Apple Central LLC argued wage reductions could boost applicant flow and lower average pay.
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Jayhawks Reach Sweet 16 Face Providence in Chicago
Kansas forward Jalen Wilson and guard Christian Braun depart the team bus as the top-seeded Jayhawks arrive at the Westin in downtown Chicago. Kansas, 30-6, prepares for a Friday 6:29 p.m. clash with Providence, 27-5, at United Center in the Sweet 16.
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Kansas Senate approves transgender athlete ban in girls sports
Kansas Senate passes a ban on transgender athletes in girls and women school sports 27 to 12, enough to override a veto by Gov. Laura Kelly. The measure moves to the House as conservatives seek to protect fair competition and scholarships amid debates over discrimination and safety. One GOP senator, John Doll, voted for the bill.
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Douglas County Considers Supportive Housing Needs Data
Douglas County leaders welcomed an assessment showing 381 total supportive housing units are needed, costing over 100 million across 10 years. The study, presented during a work session by the Corporation for Supportive Housing, will inform ARPA fund decisions and the upcoming budget. About 76 units could be acquired now to advance the effort.
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