Greensburg Tornado Reflections From Kansas Leader
Kansas House Minority Leader Dennis McKinney, a Greensburg resident, describes riding out the tornado with his daughter and helping neighbors and school staff rescue others. He credits emergency crews and outside aid, notes the long road ahead, and warns that media visits can feel staged while reminding residents they are not alone. He reflects on community resilience after the disaster.
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Direct talks with Iran could benefit US policy
Trudy Rubin argues for direct U S dialogue with Iran despite internal White House divisions. She cites Mottaki’s walkout at Sharm el Sheikh, outlines four strategic reasons for talks, and cites past offers, regional stakes, and Iran’s internal factions led by Ahmadinejad and Khamenei.
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Old Hometown Club Plans New Lawrence Clubhouse
Lawrence Country Club members approved plans for a new clubhouse and improved facilities. The project is expected to cost about $550,000 with construction slated to begin in March 1968.
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Public Forum on Wal Mart growth and store expansion
A Lawrence reader argues Wal Mart should curb its aggressive store-building to restore growth stock status. He cites Peter Sorrentino of Huntington Asset Advisors and notes too many outlets foster internal competition and weaker profits, urging Wal Mart to avoid forcing a second Lawrence store and questioning town resistance.
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Lawrence Habitat reports theft amid Women Build project
Community leader laments the theft of 1400 dollars in tools from the Women Build 2007 site financed by Lawrence donors. Despite the loss, the program aims to finish by June 30 and continues to seek local support as volunteers push toward completion.
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US Iraq War Critics Call for UN Occupation
In a letter to the Journal-World John A. Bond cites Jim Wallis on global Christian unity against war with Iraq and urges UN administration of Iraq including possible partition into Shiite Sunni and Kurdish states. He argues US should finance much of the UN effort and relocate troops under UN command.
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