Budget clash over higher ed cuts in Kansas plan
Budget conference opens as House sticks to 4 percent cut to higher education, risking nearly $10 million for KU. Senate favors 2 percent cuts and trimming student aid by $437,832. Both propose different funding for a KU Medical Center medical education building, with House backing $3 million next year and Senate allowing use of maintenance funds.
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Regional NCAA tickets show bargains for South Arlington
A South Regional in Arlington offers cheaper access with front row lower seats under 900 while East Region tickets exceed 3000. Travel costs to the area are estimated under 600 for a full trip. EU women sweep into Sweet 16 with tickets from 25 and flight hotel packages around 900.
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Kansas basketball road trips price guide to Arlington and Norfolk
A summary of travel costs for Kansas men's and women's tournament trips. KU men travel to Arlington for Sweet 16 and Elite Eight with flying total about 870 dollars and driving about 596 dollars including tickets and hotels. KU women head to Norfolk with flying near 900 dollars and driving about 450 dollars.
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Passover Service Links Food and Freedom Message
The congregation's new leader last summer guided a Passover Seder with special foods and wine symbolic of the liberation story. Horseradish and saltwater tears mark slavery, unleavened matzo symbolizes haste, and a festive meal follows recitation. Rita York Hennecke and Michael Hennecke led the sustainable meal team, linking Passover to broader food ethics and global freedom. Suzanne Lange Gi
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Kansans Debate Fetal Heartbeat Abortion Bill and Roe Challenge
Anti abortion activists urged passage of HB 2324 to ban abortion after fetal heartbeat detection, aiming to trigger a Roe v Wade reversal. Janet Porter called it a once in a lifetime chance to shape the Supreme Court, while opponents warned of unconstitutionality and higher legal costs. Committee vote planned though session end looming. North Dakota meanwhile enacted a similar law setting Aug 1 effective date.
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Downtown drop in center sparks votes and panhandling debate
City rumors stir as candidates discuss a downtown drop in center to help the homeless and panhandlers. Farmers backs a center while others urge caution citing downtown safety and budget limits. Voters head to the polls Tuesday with three of five commissioners to be chosen.
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City reporter contact details noted
City reporter Chad Lawhorn can be reached at 832-6362 and followed on Twitter at clawhorn Ijw for updates and reporting notes.
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