City seeks donations as recenter costs draw attention
In Lawrence the city spends over 22 million dollars on a new recreation center and Rock Chalk Park Sports complex infrastructure while donation boxes at Holcom Park East Lawrence and downtown seek aid to maintain aging equipment. Residents say funds favor Rock Chalk Park over other centers. City pages continue.
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Kansas revenue drop shocks lawmakers after April miss
Kansas tax receipts fell 30 percent from April 2013 as lawmakers reconvened after a break. The surprise decline came soon after state officials had forecast healthier funds for the fiscal year. House Speaker Ray Merrick promised prudent decisions to keep funding obligations met. Revenue details continue on page 2A.
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SafeCenter Education Aims to Reduce Sexual Violence
Giles Bruce reports on GaDuGi SafeCenter fostering education to address sexual violence. The center seeks to empower victims navigating legal and emotional fallout, highlighting underreporting and low conviction rates while reflecting a history of support since 1972 when KU student activism sparked local rape crisis services.
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Weather Outlook and Comics on Page 10A
Breezy with clouds to start the day and a high near 55 degrees. Lows dip to around 33 tonight as the forecast shifts through the day. Also see comics and death notices on pages 9A and 10A.
Lawrence agency to name new executive director
Lawrence based Headquar ters Counseling Center will appoint Andy Brown as executive director starting May 12. The agency restates leadership change and invites readers to follow LJWorld on Facebook and Twitter for updates.
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