Kansas Senate advances Medicaid expansion bill
The Kansas Senate moved a Medicaid expansion bill closer to final passage with a 25-13 vote, still short of the two-thirds needed to override a veto by Gov. Sam Brownback. If approved, the bill goes to Brownback, who maintains opposition, arguing expansion under ObamaCare is not responsible policy.
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Lawrence gains new school board member Melissa Johnson
The Lawrence board unanimously appointed Melissa Johnson 38 a teacher and mother of three to fill the seat left by Kristie Adair Johnson a former Marine who taught at Whittier Elementary School in Kansas City Kansas was chosen from 18 applicants Johnson praised for bringing a much needed perspective and spoke of loving children and driving change.
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Lawrence bike share study finds good fit for city plan
A consultant led study for Lawrence concludes a bike share is feasible with core stations downtown and near the University of Kansas campus and additional stops at trails and parks. It notes benefits for residents and tourism and suggests the city take a supporting role rather than lead.
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Lasting Impressions to Close After 28 Years in Lawrence
Lawrence retailer Lasting Impressions, a 5,000 square foot used clothing and 2,500 square foot used furniture shop at The Malls in the 23rd and Louisiana area, will close next month as lease ends in April. Owner Susan Cook cited weak business and increased competition from chains like Plato's Closet as reasons for not renewing.
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