Senators urge HHS to warn states on clinic funding cuts
A group of 30 senators asks Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius to warn states that exclude family planning clinics from Medicaid and Title X funding will face federal penalties. They cite Indiana’s law and note other states consider similar measures. HHS has not commented.
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Perry weighs presidential bid amid GOP field concerns
Texas Governor Rick Perry says he will consider running for president after the Legislature adjourns, signaling a shift from earlier refusals. Campaign strategist Matthew Dowd notes the Republican field appears unsettled and lacks a candidate who speaks to a majority, boosting Perry's visibility.
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Russia Offers Mediation For Gadhafi Exit
Russia abruptly abandons one time ally Muammar Gadhafi and proposes to mediate a deal for the Libyan leader to leave the country. President Medvedev says Moscow proposes mediation and that many see it as useful amid NATO attacks and rising Western frustration over the Libyan crisis.
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Kids decorate cars for parade during Art Tour 2011
Downtown crowds joined families for the 2011 Art Tour parade pre festivities painting cars and cardboard cutouts in the 900 block of New Hampshire Street. The event featured car related arts and crafts, a car horn symphony, and live music from local groups drawing participant families including Sarah Geisler and her two sons.
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Project Graduation gives grads party with car or cash
Lawrence seniors from four area high schools face a pivotal choice at Abe & Jake's Landing. At the 34th annual overnight bash, graduates tear off a ticket and place it in two tabs for a drawing of a 1999 Ford Explorer or $2,000 in cash. Kevin Doyle notes the new option. More than 600 students attend, with 100 volunteers backing the alcohol-free celebration from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Sunday.
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Lack of leadership hinders Lawrence’s progress
The Saturday column questions what Lawrence residents would demand in a city vision and voter turnout. It cites 20 percent turnout as good, cites missed opportunities with Lowe’s and a high tech firm, and decries zigzag city goals, lack of plan, and reliance on outsiders. It urges strong honest leadership and university-city cooperation to seize opportunities.
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