Free State High School ranks 11th in Kansas
Lawrence's Free State High School ranked No. 11 in Kansas per a U.S. News & World Report ranking, the top public school in Douglas County with a 90 percent graduation rate and varied proficiency metrics. Other area schools such as De Soto High School and Ottawa High were listed with respective graduation rates and proficiency scores, while Sumner Academy topped the state as the highest ranked public high school in Kansas.
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Lawrence man bound over on new drug charges in murder case
Andrel D. Spates Jr. 20 of Lawrence faces marijuana distribution charges tied to a July 2021 traffic stop. A preliminary hearing found sufficient evidence to proceed to trial alongside the first degree murder charge for the Sept. 8, 2021 shooting of Christian Willis in Kansas City. Officer Charles Smyser testified to 3.8 ounces of marijuana found in the vehicle and a rolling tray and a backpack with baggies. Spates claims the marijuana was for personal use, while his attorney argues the quantity shows no intent to sell.
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Lawrence man to stand trial in attempted second degree murder case
Charles D. Thomas II, 37, faces two counts of attempted second degree murder, two counts of aggravated battery, one count of aggravated assault and three counts of aggravated endangering of a child. The charges arise from a July 8, 2020 shooting on East 19th Street during a domestic disturbance with children present. Plea talks are at an impasse and would have resolved several added charges.
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Blood donation urged as LMH Health reports supply dip
LMH Healths blood supplier Community Blood Center of Greater Kansas City declares a blood emergency citing an alarming drop in donations due to school breaks and travel. O and B types are critically low with overall supply at two to three days. LMH Health notes most blood banks serve cancer patients and urges donations with appointments at 1 877 468 6844 or savealifenow.org, listing upcoming drives in Lawrence at LMH West and main campus.
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