Experts condemn broad herbicide use in remnant prairie
Prairie experts say a Thursday herbicide spray aimed at invasive species was misapplied. They warn Chinese bushclover will not emerge for a month, so the treatment may harm native plants and allow bushclover spread. City officials promise review, education, and a rotational plan with mowing and spot spraying.
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Armed robbery reported at Dollar General in Lawrence
Lawrence police seek a suspect after an armed robbery at the Dollar General on 1940 Haskell Ave around 7 p.m. Sunday. No injuries were reported as investigators followed a lead vehicle. officers have not yet located the suspect. Separate advisories warned motorists to avoid North 1800 Road after a semitrailer crash carrying a 9500 gallon propane tank, with the driver hospitalized and road closures in effect until removal.
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1800 Road
Kansas Highway 10
East 800 Road
Farmers’ Turnpike
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