Court rejects school finance changes in Kansas ruling
Kansas Supreme Court on Friday ruled the Legislature failed to fix constitutional problems in the school finance formula and warned it could open public schools by July 1 if lawmakers do not solve the issues. The 47 page decision stressed the court’s duty to ensure legislative compliance with the state constitution. Alan Rupe, lead attorney for the plaintiffs, said the decision met expectations.
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Rain and flood risk extend into Memorial Day weekend
Lawrence residents continue recovery from Thursday storms with more rain forecast through the Memorial Day weekend. The National Weather Service in Topeka reports over 3.5 inches of rainfall since Thursday afternoon. Clinton Lake remains open despite high water.
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Severe weather spurs tornado warnings across region
Severe thunderstorms escalated to tornado watches and take shelter warnings from Salina northward to the Flint Hills. The large twister grazed Abilene and Chapman, causing considerable damage as nerves rose and residents prepared a plan.
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Senior Services to be displaced by fire station
The remodel of a downtown Lawrence fire station will remove space used by Douglas County Senior Services for over three decades. The area for large gatherings becomes sleeping quarters for Fire Station No. 1, forcing DCSS to decide whether to rehabilitate remaining space or relocate. Executive Director Marvel Williamson notes the loss was possible and now confirmed.
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Acrobatic Juggler Performs at Lawrence Busker Festival
Cate Flaherty known as Cate Great balances in a one handed handstand above large knives on the 900 block of New Hampshire Street during the Lawrence Busker Festival. The event continues through Sunday in downtown Lawrence rain or shine with photos on page 5A and online at LJWorld.com.
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Basil downy mildew threat looms in Kansas again
Page 1C reports a destructive plant disease, basil downy mildew, is likely to reappear in Kansas this year, signaling growers to monitor crops and apply protective measures.
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