Workplace breaks none required by law in eight hour shifts
The Kansas official notes there is no law mandating breaks after set times and that decisions are made case by case between employers and employees. Complaints can lead to internal grievances or legal action depending on circumstances. The fire department offers help fitting children’s bike helmets at any fire station and can replace ill fitting ones.
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Kansas Department of Human Resources
Brian Lawrence
Lawrence-Douglas
Call Sound Off tips by Journal-World Access line
Instructions direct readers to call the Journal-World Access line at 865-5000, enter category 7478, and listen to a recording inviting questions for Sound Off. The note provides the contact method and prompts for submission.
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Burglary and theft report from Lawrence area morning incidents
Law enforcement logs show a 33 year old Lawrence man reporting a $10,000 Mitsubishi 3000 GT stolen between 12 01 am and 12 45 am Friday from the 100 block of Arkansas A 25 year old Lawrence woman said a stranger knocked her down and stole a green surplus bag in the 300 block of West 10th The suspect was a white male about 5 feet 9 inches and 170 pounds wearing a black t shirt and dark jeans A spool of wire mistaken for a pipe bomb near Haskell and 23rd triggered a brief closure before officers determined it was wind torn wire and a vehicle part Fire and EMS calls include vehicle fires system malfunctions and medical emergencies with multiple locations across Lawrence and campus blocks and several ambulance transfers.
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Births in Lawrence Celebrate Three New Arrivals
Pedro Gonzales and Ashla Majel announce a girl born Friday in Lawrence. Andrea Allison and Jance Blan co welcome a boy born Thursday in Lawrence. Renee and Brad Rettele announce a girl born Wednesday in Lawrence.
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Ashla Majel
Lawrence
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Jance Blanco
Renee
Brad Rettele
Four Car Crash Sends Woman to KAMC In Kansas
A Manhattan woman, Anne Martin 23, sustained a broken leg and serious injuries in a four car crash on the Kansas Turnpike near the Lecompton Interchange Friday at about 9 29 a m. Her vehicle crossed the center line in a construction zone and was struck by a eastbound semi driven by Russell Hurlburt 30 of Independence Missouri and rear by a Lincoln driven by Sarah Perry 51 of Golden Cole. Martin was airlifted by Lifestar to Kansas University Medical Center. The Turnpike Authority investigates the incident.
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Lawrence
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Centennial Reception For Lawrence Resident Elsie Bailey
Longtime Lawrence resident Elsie Bailey turns 100 this week and will be feted at a Sunday reception from 2 to 4 PM at First Baptist Church. Bailey taught for 23 years and guided hundreds of students. Her son Bob expects a variable turnout, noting it could range from 10 to 300 attendees.
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Elsie Bailey
First Baptist Church
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MS Walk in Lawrence Raises Over 17300 for MS Fight
The May 1 event in Lawrence drew participants to support multiple sclerosis research and care. Eastern Kansas community walks totaled more than 88700, with organizers urging contact at the MS Society for details and future events.
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Kansas
MS Society
Douglas County Route 1601 Closed for Slope Repair
Ya Douglas County Route 1601 between U S 56 and Douglas County Route 460 will close to through traffic at 9 a m Tuesday for slope failure repairs. Crews will place a rock embankment 215 feet of guardrail and replace a crossroad pipe culvert with completion expected in a month or less, weather permitting.
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Douglas County
Memorial Day events and schedules in Lawrence area
Datebook item lists a Farmers Market in the city parking lot, ceramic fountain dedication at Lawrence Aquatic Center, Lawrence High School graduation at Allen Fieldhouse, Free State High events, Disabled American Veterans and American Legion Memorial Day services at Maple Grove Cemetery Clinton Cemetery Oak Hill Memorial Park, and no school classes. Douglas County Commission canceled. Submit items to Datebook via phone or mail.
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Minister Elwyn Lubher Reflects on Citizenship Duty
Minister Elwyn Lubher states that fulfilling citizenship duties requires sustained effort, emphasizing personal responsibility in civic life. He underscores the ongoing commitment needed to participate in governance and community service.
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