Lawrence Datebook Highlights Local Meetings and Services
Lawrence and Douglas County health clinics immunize residents and screen seniors at Babcock Place and 200 Maine while public libraries host toddler storytimes and homework nights. Community groups announce fundraisers, planning and commission meetings, a centennial event, a Native film night, and a First Nations student association sponsored gathering.
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Lawrence-Douglas County Health Department
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Babcock Place
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Lawrence Public Library
Big Brothers Big Sisters of
Douglas County
Eighth St
Numa
Newa/Nuwavi Club
Stidham Union
Haskell Indian Nations University
Lawrence Sesquincentennial Commission
Lawrence-Douglas County Planning Commission
Sixth
Massachusetts
Douglas County Commission
Ecumenical Christian Ministries
Dread Ave
First Nations Student Assn
Ateen Indian Nations University
Kansas Economic Opportunity Corporation
American Legion Hall
Baldwin
Ballard Center
City Hall
Eudora
Cottonwood Inc
31St St
East Central Kansas Economic Opportunity Corporation
Edgewood Community Center
Haskell Ave
Lawrence-Douglas County
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Ljworld.com
Rottweiler bites officer on West Sixth Street in City
A Rottweiler mix bit a animal-control officer on the shin Friday morning in the 2500 block of West Sixth Street after the officer arrived to a loose dog call. The dog was quarantined for 10 days and the owner, a 23 year old male from the same building, was cited for having an animal at large.
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West Sixth Street
Mike Pattrick
Hospitals report no births at Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Lawrence Memorial Hospital reported no births on Tuesday. The brief notice confirms no new newborns were recorded that day and lists no additional details or parties.
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Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Corrections Policy: Journal-World Seeks Reader Feedback
The Journal-World notes it corrects significant errors brought to editors and invites readers to report issues by calling (785) 832-7154 or emailing news@wjworld.com. The notice emphasizes accountability and maintains reader trust through prompt corrections.
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Journal World Contact and Staff Directory Advised
The Kansas newspaper provides subscriber service numbers and staff contacts for local news, business, sports, living, entertainment and obituaries. It lists editors including Richard Brack John Taylor Mike Shields Ann Gardner Chuck Woodling Mindie Paget Jon Niccum Chad Lawhorn and contact emails and phone lines.
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Jon Niccum
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Chad Lawhorn
Clawhorn
Colleagues mourn former dean George Baxter Smith
Colleagues remember George Baxter Smith 96 former KU dean and vice chancellor as insightful humorous and visionary He died Saturday at Lawrence Memorial Hospital With a long career at the University of Kansas including roles as professor dean of the School of Education and vice chancellor for Institutional Research and Planning he opposed standardized tests and supported open enrollment His services are set for Sunday at Plymouth Congregational Church Pioneer Cemetery burial is private Warren McElwain Mortuary is handling arrangements
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Kansas University
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Lawrence Memorial Hospital
David Ambler
Ed Meyen
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Street Voices on encampment and city response
Community members including Wendy Jacks and Bill Roach discuss water and sanitation needs for encamped individuals and park suitability. Twyla Crowghost supports free expression while Erika Ratziaff urges permit talks with the city for possible stays.
KU selects four students for Udall scholarship race
Kansas University officials named four nominees for the Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall scholarships. The contenders, all juniors or seniors, aim for the national pool of 80 Udall awards. The KU group includes Amy Hammontree Overland Park environment and biology, Laura Adams Tape Ka chemical engineering, Nicole M Hipp St. Louis architecture, and Courtney J Miller Portland Oregon architecture.
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Kansas University
Morris K. Udall
Udall
Amy Hammontree
Overland Park
Laura Adams
Nicole
Veterans groups sell signs backing troops in Gulf
Lawrence veterans organizations advertise Support Our Troops yard signs, priced at 3 dollars, at American Legion Post No 14 on West Sixth Street and the Veterans of Foreign Wars on Ala. 138. Don Dalquest, Legion commander, says proceeds cover production costs as they seek to promote support for American soldiers.
Aluminum thefts spur tip call in Baldwin scare
Police seek help after a series of aluminum thefts at Sixth and High streets and local properties. A 500 pound spool valued at 1300 dollars was stolen, with 12 aluminum aircraft wheels, tools, a trailer and two riding mowers also missing. Call Baldwin Police or Crime Stoppers with information. Also, two dozen Baldwin students endured a rough bus ride after a minivan struck their bus on US 56 near Franklin Douglas County line. no injuries reported. Bus had stopped with its arm extended and lights flashing.
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Baldwin
Mike McKenna
U.S
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Conference considers rotating Big 12 tournament sites
The Big 12 has discussed hosting the men’s tournament in Dallas and the women’s in Kansas City with a year swap. Tim Allen notes the idea exists but adds women prefer keeping both events at the same site to maximize media coverage.
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