Parkinson weighs KTEC funding amid agency duplication concerns
Kansas Governor Parkinson reviews the budget and the seven million funding for the Kansas Technology Enterprise Corp. He questions duplication among four economic development agencies and may seek changes to KTEC’s structure or existence. The review could also involve leadership changes, including rumors about CEO Tracy Taylor. The governor plans a two week period to decide and asks the Legislature to examine KTEC’s role over the summer.
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Farrah Fawcett Privacy Battle Draws Public Scrutiny
Miami Herald columnist Leonard Pitts Jr discusses Farrah Fawcett facing private life invasion as her cancer progresses. He notes UCLA privacy breach by an employee who fed The Enquirer, the eventual guilty plea by Lawanda Jackson, and Fawcett’s forthcoming NBC documentary addressing her plight.
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U S shifts tactics as Afghan forces grow presence
Trudy Rubin reports from Kabul on the U S led effort to train and mentor Afghan security forces while pursuing a population centered strategy. The goal is to clear Taliban influence, build Afghan governance and development, and reduce civilian harm as aid paths are redirected to local priorities.
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Public Forum Letter Criticizes Animal Cruelty Prosecution
Sarah Burns of Lawrence laments the district attorney’s handling of Cem Basoflas’s animal cruelty case. She urges stronger punishment, arguing justice requires more than cost concerns and asks the DA to prioritize public safety over expedience.
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Lawrence to host grand Knights of Columbus state meeting
Lawrence is slated to host the big state Knights of Columbus gathering next year. University registrar George O. Foster notes the current graduating class will exceed 320, with the college contributing 151 graduates and many others from Lawrence.
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