McClendon files to run for Kansas secretary of state
Former Google and Uber executive Brian McClendon, 54, filed to run as a Democrat for Kansas secretary of state. A Lawrence native and KU electrical engineering professor, he vows to protect voter privacy and aid eligible Kansans. He faces Sen. Marci Francisco in the Democratic primary. Kobach leaves to run for governor.
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Weisbrod Morris Named CEO of Lawrence Arts Center
Weisbrod Morris was appointed CEO of the Lawrence Arts Center succeeding Cindy Maude who has served as interim CEO since July 2017. The board release highlights her STEAM education leadership, national speaking roles, and current chairing of Americans for the Arts National Arts Education Council as she pledges to strengthen the center’s community impact in Lawrence and the region.
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County plans festival with camping tickets and workshops
A proposal for a county festival offers 1000 three day camping tickets, workshops in yoga and holistic healing plus aerial arts, vendors, and live music with no alcohol. Organizers aim for two yearly retreats, while staff require liability insurance, widened entry, pre-event inspections, medical unit, and a sheriff‑approved security plan amid neighbor concerns over noise and traffic.
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