West Virginia woman nets first official dunk in college game
Mec Georgeann Wells, listed at six feet, is credited with the first official dunk in women's college basketball. The feat occurred at Randolph County Armory in Elkins, West Virginia, during a December 21, 1984 game against the University of Charleston. The next dunk by a woman in college play did not occur for another decade.
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When Should I Turn On Air Conditioning on Massachusetts Street
The article asks residents of Massachusetts Street when they typically switch on air conditioning, exploring comfort needs, energy use, and weather cues guiding the decision. It notes varied opinions and seasonal temperature patterns.
Brownback faces Democratic critique over power moves
Kansas Democrats accuse Gov. Sam Brownback of centralizing authority across state government through executive actions and reorganizations. They cite consolidating hiring at the Department of Administration, attempts to unclassify all Labor Department staff, and plans to fold KHPA into KDHE. Brownback refutes claims, saying changes cut costs and boost efficiency, while critics warn of reduced protections for workers and increased executive control.
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Johnson County to Run Sobriety Checkpoint This Weekend
Johnson County Sheriff's deputies and officers from other agencies will conduct a sobriety checkpoint in western Johnson County during early Saturday hours. The exact location remains undisclosed. Impaired drivers will be tested and arrested if needed, with efforts to minimize traffic disruption.
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Lawrence man held on knife threats in Ohio and Louisiana blocks
A 50 year old Lawrence man was arrested after making threats with a knife during a verbal altercation in the 800 block of Ohio Street around 7 p.m. He was later located in the 800 block of Louisiana Street. No injuries were reported. He was booked into Douglas County Jail on aggravated assault and possession of drug paraphernalia charges.
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Gas prices drop to 3.84 at multiple stations
The Journal World reports gas prices as low as 3.84 at several stations. Readers are urged to call S&S at 832-7154 if they find a lower price.
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Hospital births for Koester and Simpson families
Corey and Kari Koester of Lawrence welcome a girl on Wednesday. Jeff and Staci Simpson of Baldwin City welcome a girl on Wednesday. Adam Stokes and Jessica Craig of Lawrence welcome a boy on Wednesday.
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Kansas Journal-World Corrects Student Name Misspelling
School officials note a typo in a prior Wednesday Journal-World report about Free State High School students attending Kansas University’s Mini College. The corrected piece fixes the junior Dylan Aul’s last name spelling and clarifies student participation.
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Arts Commission backers bid to overturn governor’s move
Supporters of the Kansas Arts Commission vow action after Gov. Sam Brownback moves to abolish the agency. Lawmakers balk at the layoffs and funding will be debated as Republicans back the budget plan to fund arts privately while saving taxpayers money. Poet laureate Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg urges supporters to press Brownback and lawmakers to reverse the decision.
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Kansas House votes to shift bonds from Bioscience Authority
The Kansas House approved a bill to move authority over $105 million in bonds for the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility project from the Bioscience Authority to the Department of Administration. The 123 to 0 vote sends the measure to the Senate amid ongoing criticism and a Johnson County prosecutor investigation.
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Senate rejects bid to speed voter citizenship rule
In Topeka the state Senate rejected Kris Kobach’s bid to move up the effective date of Kansas proof-of-citizenship requirements for first time voters. The proposal failed 23-15, keeping the law set for January 2013 with debate over timing for the 2012 elections.
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