Surge of Hackberry Emperor caterpillars seen at KU woods
Ten of thousands of caterpillars swarm hackberry trees in KU Fitch Natural History Reservation north of Lawrence. Ornithology collection manager Mark Robbins notes the rare early invasion, predicting a later bloom of Hackberry Emperor butterflies and a quiet bedlam when they emerge.
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Free hazardous waste items at local facility prompt cleanup plan
Lawrence-Douglas County Household Hazardous Waste facility offers free lithium grease Brasso lighter fluid cleaners and paint to keep dangerous products out of the landfill. Local leaders promote reuse and safe disposal while vendors highlight the oddities of pricing and stock.
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Baldwin High student wins state Google Doodle prize
Baldwin High School senior Tucker Brown won Kansas state Doodle 4 Google, earning a trip to New York City for the finals. The 17 year old drew a logo using Stone Age cave art motifs to spell Google, after researching examples and testing about ten images.
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Tax cut debate shapes Kansas future in final 2012 session
Kansas lawmakers wrestle with whether Gov. Sam Brownback’s tax cuts will boost the economy or drain state funds for schools and social services. The debate includes redistricting as districts redraw for a decade, with adjournment looming and partisan argument over income and business tax reductions.
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