LMH workers back colleague facing cancer in mutual aid drive
Lawrence Memorial Hospital staff rallied to support Michael Van Pelt a lab courier as he battled head and neck cancer starting August 2011. The LMH Employee Campaign provided hundreds of hours of paid time off and $700 for medical costs along with ongoing support.
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Trailhead named for educators at KU Field Station
A trail entrance at the Kansas University Field Station will be named to honor lifelong educators Janet and Stan Roth, both biologists and longtime teachers. The designation acknowledges their dedication to science education and local schools.
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Goober Pyle Actor George Lindsey Dies at 83
George Lindsey known for Goober Pyle has died at age 83 after a Sunday death. The actor, whose long career included television and stage, was remembered for his distinctive character and humor.
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Haskell Nation honors Class of 2012 member
A preview feature for the upcoming Tuesday introduces a Haskell Indian Nations University Class of 2012 member, highlighting their background and goals. The piece profiles the student amid campus life and future aspirations.
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Colorful Art in the Park kicks off 51st festival in South Park
The 51st annual Art in the Park opened Sunday under cloudy skies with rain forecast but held off. Organizers and attendees from Lawrence and Washburn Rural enjoyed live music, food, and 136 vendors selling crafts from scarves and jewelry to paintings and pottery. Local artists and volunteers, including face painter Theresa Shetler Logan, drew crowds while families like Stephanie Benalcazar and her daughter Miriam explored the stalls and sampled funnel cake.
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Mothers explore placenta consumption after childbirth
Olathe resident Sarah Curtis sought a natural birth and, after a difficult first experience, learned about placenta eating. She and others weigh potential benefits though initial disgust gives way to curiosity as pregnancy research continues.
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