Twins accused of masterminding far-flung marijuana conspiracy
Lawrence law enforcement launched a major federal drug probe after a 2008 domestic disturbance. On June 13, 2012 SWAT teams seized property and arrested dozens as prosecutors indicted 43 people for trafficking marijuana and cocaine in a sprawling operation.
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Dahda Twins central to California Kansas drug conspiracy
Four part series based on court records and law enforcement sources traces a sprawling case from Kansas to California. The Dahda Twins, two brothers with prior criminal notoriety, allegedly ran a drug conspiracy using legitimate businesses and a fortified firehouse dubbed The Castle as a focal point.
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Kansas Turnpike Cuts Part Time Hours Over ACA Rules
The Kansas Turnpike Authority will limit part time toll collectors to three eight hour shifts per week due to the Affordable Care Act. Officials cite the law requiring health coverage for employees averaging 30 hours weekly, noting the KTA does not provide coverage for part time workers. The agency has 131 full-time and 93 part time toll collectors. exact impact unknown. The 236 mile turnpike runs from Kansas City, Kansas to the Oklahoma border south of Wichita.
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Fay recalls North Lawrence feud as Sandrats turn 105
Fay, who turns 105 on Monday, remembers the Sandrats and Blue Bellies feud across the Kaw River. Eddie Jost rode over on a bike to court and crossbridge visits, while Fay’s early family life saw upheaval, poverty, and multiple stepfamilies as memories span a century.
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Health care exchanges urge outreach on expanded coverage
Local health care providers grapple with spreading the word about expanded coverage that will start with online exchanges in four months. Page 3A.
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