Kansas Democrats elect 33 delegates for national convention
The Kansas Democratic Party chose 33 district delegates to attend the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte the week of September 3, plus 11 at large and five party leader delegates to be selected at the June 9 state convention. Details list delegates by congressional district and include several named individuals. A separate note covers charitable gifts tied to KU basketball's loss to Kentucky, with Governor Brownback sending 440 Kansas steak burgers to the Hope Shelter in Lexington and 120 to the Lawrence Community Shelter, aided by the Kansas City Steak Co. and Kansas Beef Council.
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Police youth camp set for next month
Lawrence Police Department offers a youth police camp for ages 8 to 12 at Free State High School, June 7 to 9. The program runs 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday and Friday and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, with 60 participant slots, a $30 fee, two T-shirts, and a last-day meal. Applications are due Friday and may be mailed or submitted online. For details contact Jay Bialek or Myrone Grady at 830-7410.
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Wheat harvest may start in May in Saline County
In Saline County farmers expect an earlier wheat harvest due to a warm spring. Quenten Swenson, 90, recalls harvesting after Memorial Day, while others foresee a last week of May or early June start if weather cooperates. Oklahoma and Texas report harvests underway with grain at 58.5 to 60 pounds per bushel and yields of 40 to 60 bushels per acre.
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City moves to allow chick sales by retailers
A memo from city attorney Toni Wheeler explains a new ordinance change to permit businesses like Orscheln and Tractor Supply to sell young chicks for a limited period. The measure also clarifies the Postal Service exemption from the 10 square feet housing rule for mail shipped chicks. Commissioners will weigh the change during consent agenda at City Hall at 6 35 p m.
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State by state view shows uninsured lack better access
A statewide comparison finds the uninsured face substantially worse access to care than the insured in every state. Kansas 2010 data show 42 percent had routine checkups, 37 percent dental visits, and 45 percent unmet needs due to cost. Experts warn delayed diagnoses and higher future costs, with safety nets not substituting for insurance.
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