Jayhawks' success fuels Lawrence economy and mood
Lawrence business owners say March Madness shapes spending and mood in town. Rick Renfro of Johnny's Tavern notes KU basketball wins lift customer turnout for weeks, while losses hurt bars and gear sales. Brian Hoffman of The Sports Dome cites downtown slowdown after defeats, and championship runs spur rapid shirt sales.
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KU Researcher Wins Higuchi Prize Named for Mentor
Kansas University scientist Val Stella, a distinguished professor of pharmaceutical chemistry, earns the Takeru Higuchi Research Prize, the top international honor in the field. He credits mentor Tak Higuchi and his father for guiding his career while preparing to receive the award in Seattle. Fellow professor Ron Borchardt notes the prize is awarded only every three years and highlights Stella’s 37 patents and broad impact on epilepsy, cancer, AIDS drugs, and anesthetics. Dean Ken Audus underscores Stella’s industry-facing contributions and global lecturing record.
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State's poison center would stay open despite cuts
Kansas University Hospital's Poison Control Center remains operational amid potential federal funding cuts. KU Hospital bears about 850000 dollars in annual costs while receiving roughly 180000 dollars in federal grant money used for education and operations. KU officials say the center will continue regardless of federal funding, though concerns remain about future support.
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Kobach Must Forfeit 10000 Honorarium for Lecture
Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach will not receive a 10000 honorarium for delivering the J A Vickers Sr and Robert F Vickers Memorial Lecture at the Lied Center on April 12. The Kansas Governmental Ethics Commission ruled that state officers may not accept speaking honoraria, citing Kobach’s immigration policy work as within his official duties.
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Special Olympian from Lawrence eyes Summer World Games
A Lawrence resident on track for the Summer World Games in Greece follows intense training and national support. The athlete aims to compete at a high level, with local sponsors and community encouragement strengthening their journey.
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