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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 18, 2012
Page
1
Republican lawmakers backed a redistricting plan that would pull north and east Lawrence into the heavily conservative 1st Congressional District as part of a bid to gain favorable districts. Paul Davis called the move a ridiculous gerrymander to protect incumbents.
Free State High School girls soccer edged through two overtimes to claim the Class 6A regional championship trophy in a hard fought regional final. The win secures the team a regional title on Page 1B.
Guy Dresser of the Lawrence Kiwanis Club praises Alice Ann Johnston and Chuck Fisher for their volunteer leadership as 2012 Substantial Citizens of the Year. The citation notes their community improvements and service in Lawrence.
This weekend, coverage focuses on heron state swimming and regional track events featuring area high school athletes. Highlights include notable performances, rising stars, and anticipated showdowns as teams aim for medals and qualification.
Thirty four students from Kansai University in Osaka study English at Kansas University's Applied English Center while completing a 50 hour community service requirement. They weed and harvest at Wakarusa Valley Farm, clean the Social Service League Thrift Store, and practice English as they help local farmers and volunteers.
A tense impasse grows as Kansas legislators confront a six year plan to phase out income taxes for individuals and many businesses. Senate leaders warn the package risks future budget gaps even as Gov. Brownback urges passage and promises to sign if the numbers work out.
City officials warn a portion of Wakarusa Drive near the Bob Billings Parkway intersection will be closed to all traffic for a multimonth reconstruction starting late July or early August. The $1 million project will take two to three months, splitting the north south corridor into two sections and prompting posted detours.
City officials announced a Monday start for repaving Sixth Street between Iowa and Monterey Way through early August. One lane will remain open in each direction, but delays are expected along portions of the route. Crews will also install right turn lanes at the Sixth and Kasold intersection.
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