Douglass County Court Clerk Hours Restored to 8 a.m.
The Douglass County district court clerk's office will resume 8 a.m. to noon weekday hours starting Monday, returning from a 9 a.m. to noon schedule due to budget pressures. Afternoon hours remain 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Linda Koester-Vogelsang notes no further furlough days are planned.
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Law School honors outstanding alumni in Kansas
A federal judge and a public interest lawyer received the Distinguished Alumni Awards from the Kansas University School of Law. John Langstrum, a U.S. District Court judge appointed in 1991 by George H.W. Bush, served as chief judge 2001 to 2008. Marilyn Harp, executive director of Kansas Legal Services, leads a statewide firm of 45 attorneys aiding underserved clients and has developed programs for the elderly and minorities.
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Gasoline prices drop to $2.61 at several stations
The Journal-World reports gasoline prices as low as 2.61 at multiple stations with a call-in number 832 7154 for reporting lower prices.
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Veto sought on family planning funds in budget
About a dozen abortion rights advocates delivered petitions to Gov. Mark Parkinson urging a veto of a state budget provision that would divert $2.4 million in federal family planning funds from Planned Parenthood to local health departments hospitals and safety net clinics. Sarah Gillooly of Planned Parenthood called on the governor to oppose turning women's bodies into political playthings. The amendment would redirect funds to implement the budget where needed.
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Baker president reflects on four years at university helm
Baker University President Pat Long reflects on her four years leading the university as 170 graduates prepare for Sunday ceremonies across the College of Arts and Sciences Education and Nursing programs. She urges graduates to look up from screens and enjoy life despite a tough job market, noting many have already lined up interviews or jobs.
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Maurice's Robbery at Gunpoint in Lawrence Shopping Center
Lawrence police search for a white male about 50, 6 feet tall and 180 pounds who robbed Maurice's at 3226 S. Iowa around 4:15 pm Wednesday. Suspect fled on foot. ongoing scene processing and witness interviews. Police seek tips at 832-7509 or TAPS 843-TAPS.
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