Budget deal reached may lack votes in Topeka
Kansas lawmakers reached a budget agreement dubbed the omnibus package but face uncertainty on passing in both chambers. The plan shifts some FY July 1 spending, delays a $92 million Kansas Public Employees Retirement System payment, and curbs further midyear cuts. Governor Brownback would still need to trim about $140 million to $150 million to balance the budget amid a $153 million shortfall.
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Panda Garden Ends 30 Year Run In Lawrence
The Panda Garden restaurant at 1500 W. Sixth St. closed for retirement after 30 years in business. The owner’s stories tie the venue to potatoes and goulash, noting Taiwan culture views potatoes as food for the poor and recalling a mother sending rice to Lucy White, reflecting immigrant family struggles and adaptation in Lawrence.
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Second Chance Program helps family move into new home
Kayla Brown and her two children gain a fresh start as they move from Lawrence Community Shelter into a new three bedroom apartment at Rohan Ridge. The family’s arrival marks the end of seven months in shelter with boxes, toys and donated items filling the Silverado truck. Brown greets 5 year old Joe Joe and 3 year old Amiyah as they tour their new space while shelter staff, including Sheryl Sanders, shares in the moment.
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Shortage of affordable housing explored in Lawrence series
This is the first story in a five part series on Lawrence affordable housing, labeled a severe problem in Douglas County by national health rankings. It examines past year attention and proposes city leaders and others have made to improve the situation, with part two slated for next Sunday's Journal-World.
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A.M. shower invites readers to connect with LJWorld on Facebook and Twitter for updates and community posts.
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Pulitzer winner from Lawrence helps LA Times win prize
A Lawrence native and LA Times reporter contributed to a team award recognizing coverage of last year’s San Bernardino shooting. The prize highlights strong investigative reporting by the staff in California.
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