Wichita considers 1000 dollar monthly water fines
Wichita officials unveiled a short term water conservation plan to curb use as Cheney Reservoir dries. The plan targets outdoor irrigation and would levy 1000 dollar fines on residents or businesses using more than 310 percent of their average winter usage after a two month grace period.
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Lawrence area gears up for unofficial start to summer
Memorial Day weekend brings local events and pool openings as residents plan activities from swimming at the Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center to camping and boating at Clinton State Park. The pool opens Saturday at 1 p.m. with $4 adults and $3 for kids, daily 1 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. through Sept. 2, while parking options near the pool are limited due to library construction. Clinton State Park reports high activity with most camping sites reserved. vehicle passes cost $5 and camping is $8 nightly plus utilities and a $3 processing fee.
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Hospital CEO wins citizen award
Lawrence Memorial Hospital chief Gene Meyer received the Substantial Citizen Award from the Lawrence Kiwanis Club in a Lawrence Country Club ceremony. Since 1960 the honor recognizes residents who improve the community through leadership and service. Meyer, president and CEO since 1997, has steered the hospital through expansion and notable achievements in finance and cancer research.
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