Retiree Attraction Lead Sought for Lawrence Douglas County
A joint city county task force recommends creating a staff position to oversee efforts to attract and retain retirees in Lawrence and Douglas County. The report, due to city and county commissioners June 5, suggests funding via economic development sources, with a single point of contact to coordinate outreach.
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Border Showdown Ends Kansas-Missouri Series
The three day three game series concludes tonight as Kansas Jayhawks and Missouri Tigers meet for the final time as conference rivals. KU must win this weekend to secure a spot in the Big 12 Tournament.
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Kobach pushes court to settle Kansas redistricting
Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach asked a federal court on Wednesday to settle redistricting issues for the Kansas Legislature. He expressed hope legislators can finish their work this week, saying the task does not belong in court and time is very short.
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Kiwanis Honors Two Lawrencians Friday
The local Kiwanis Club will honor two residents of Lawrence this Friday. The event highlights community service and recognitions for outstanding local contributions.
Brownback backs new Kansas tax cut plan in tense debate
Gov. Sam Brownback supports a slower phased tax cut proposal as Senate negotiators sign on a two rate system. House and Senate talks aim to end with lower personal rates 3 to 5.5 percent and reduced business taxes, amid mixed signals about Senate approval and a looming deficit.
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Abandoned horses surge as economy tightens rescue efforts
In Douglas County a ranch owner left two horses to starve, prompting outrage from Dori Villalon of the Lawrence Humane Society. The 5 year old mare and 1 year old foal suffered severe neglect, highlighting rising abandonment cases statewide. Rescue groups, like Rainbow Meadows in Sedan, scramble for temporary and permanent homes as horse neglect calls climb.
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KU seeks tougher admission criteria to separate from state universities
Kansas University leaders urged the Kansas Board of Regents to adopt stricter admission standards. Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little outlined a plan that would require earlier application by Feb 1 and higher benchmarks beyond the current ACT 21 or SAT 980, top third class rank, or 2.0 GPA in the Kansas Qualified Admissions curriculum.
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