Dems urge Brownback to quit meddling in redistricting
Democratic leaders Scott Rothschild report that Gov. Sam Brownback should stop interfering with the redistricting fight now before a federal panel. House and Senate minority leaders say his involvement “poisons the process” and aims to oust moderates. Lawmakers failed to approve new maps during the session.
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Lawrence student advances in national bee
Emma Steimle an eighth grader from West Middle School in Lawrence earned a spot in the Scripps National Spelling Bee semifinals after strong performances in Washington D C She placed among the top 50 in the preliminary rounds and will compete in today’s semifinals ESPN coverage is planned for the morning and evening sessions.
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Shoofly detours begin on 23rd Street in Lawrence
Detours on 23rd Street near Haskell Indian Nations University start today as two shoofly routes divert traffic around the bridge project. The $4.3 million replacement, using stamped concrete to mimic stone, aims to open by Thanksgiving with demolition of the 1931 bridge set for mid June and a wider, safer design including a separate sidewalk.
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Panel reviews towing policies in Douglas County
A Friday report checks in with a panel examining current towing policies in Douglas County. The item notes engagement via LJWorld social channels.
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