Final Four Ticket Prices Soar Amid Demand
In New York City data analyst Myles Kaufman reports Final Four tickets have jumped over 85 percent since Friday, averaging $521 nationwide with bargains around $300 still available. Hospitality packages rise up to 40 percent, driven by four big programs. Prices climb due to early buys, later resales, and strong team lineups.
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Final Four Budget Tracker Shows Rates Jump From Monday to Tuesday
New Orleans travel costs for Final Four events rose quickly as tickets and lodging priced higher. StubHub prices for a full Final Four ticket rose from 175 to 299, plane fares shifted from about 1200 to 1900 with limited seats, and hotels moved from 299 at Maison St. Charles to 525 at Le Pavillon with four day stays around 2100. Experts warn of rising risk and urge booking soon, citing a 521 daily average. Reporter Shaun Hittle.
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Police end search of area where remains found
Osage County Sheriff Laurie Dunn reported that law enforcement ended the search of the Carbondale site where human remains were found on Saturday evening off Wanamaker Road. A skull was mentioned by others, and DNA testing could take months. Remains were sent to First Call Morgue in Kansas City for identification.
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Deerfield Park remake plans seek public input in Lawrence
Lawrence Parks and Recreation leaders invite residents to a 6:30 p.m. meeting on April 3 at Deerfield Elementary to discuss a new master plan for the 10 acre Deerfield Park near Lawrence Avenue and Princeton Boulevard. City will display two concept plans showing replacing the tennis court area with restrooms and a pavilion, plus space for a skate park, walking trail, multipurpose field and natural playground.
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Free-Throw Fundraiser Aids Local Charities In Lawrence
The second annual Wayne Simion Benefit Free Throw Challenge lands at Allen Fieldhouse this weekend to aid Called to Greatness and Family Promise. Entrants pay 10 dollars, compete in 20 free throws on Saturday, then 12 one-and-ones on Sunday to crown division champions. Proceeds support youth ministry and homeless families, with prizes including an autographed KU basketball and Big 12 tickets.
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Cottonwood seeks county support on Medicaid reform concerns
Cottonwood Inc plans to ask Douglas County commissioners to approve a resolution opposing including people with developmental disabilities in the KanCare privatized Medicaid plan. The agency, funded by the county at 654400 this year, warns changes could shift costs to counties and threaten long term community living services for 8193 individuals with disabilities.
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Health reporter contact and blog details
Health reporter Karrey Britt can be reached at 832 7190. Readers can follow her health blog at WellCommons com and on Twitter at Twitter com WellCommons.
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