County satellite offices to charge renewal fee for car tags
County Treasurer Paula Gilchrist confirms fees at multiple satellite locations 2108 W. 27th St 112 Eighth St Baldwin City Market and 3000 W. Sixth St Dillon's. Senate Bill 96 allows up to 5 per vehicle renewal for counties with several facilities, effective July 1. Call 832-7297 or email soundoff ljworld.com with questions.
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On the Record Notest Law Enforcement Report
There were no incidents to report Thursday according to the on the record law enforcement update.
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Lane BIRTHS Shannon O'Connor and Cort Buffington
A girl was born to Shannon O'Connor and Cort Buffington of Lawrence on Thursday. The birth adds a new family member to the local community.
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KU students aid Moore victims in Oklahoma relief effort
Six KU volunteers traveled to Oklahoma City to assist at a Norman church relief site and help clear debris at a 28 acre Moore property. They organized a makeshift grocery store, assisted cleanup, and supported residents, while reflecting on life beyond material goods.
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University athlete charged with aggravated robbery
Four star defensive end Chris Martin, recently transferred to Kansas, is among three defendants charged with aggravated robbery. Bond set at 35000 with no contact orders. all due back June 6. Prosecutors note potential toy gun and Martin’s lack of prior record. He aims to stay and continue his university career.
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Roberts calls for Holder resignation over records probe
Senator Pat Roberts urged U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder to resign amid revelations that journalists telephone records and a Fox News journalist emails were gathered. He said the move would aid both Holder and President Obama, noting Holder's past as a newspaper reporter in the region.
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Fence viewing dispute resolved in Douglas County section
Weinang described fence viewing limits for farm land in unincorporated Douglas County. The Dunn Barrett dispute near Baldwin City along Eisenhower Road involves Robin Dunn and Tim Barrett tenants of Sally Counts and Margaret Counts. The agreement lists fence segments and maintenance duties, with the matter awaiting signed settlement. Peter Hancock may be contacted at 832-7259.
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Salina girl in ICU after storm electrical shock
An 11 year old girl remains in intensive care after an electrical shock while playing with four others during a storm. Responders found her on two in ground electrical junction boxes at Campbell Plaza and revived her with CPR. Firefighters and bystanders treated others for less severe injuries.
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Scott Siemsen
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Twin brothers killed in Wichita shooting homicide case
Wichita police report a 59-year-old man shot and killed his twin brother in what he claims was self defense. The victim, Robert Lea, died at a west Wichita residence where both men lived alone. Investigators say the survivor called 911 after Robert Lea allegedly pointed a gun. The survivor is jailed on suspicion of second-degree murder amid ongoing domestic dispute history and prior police responses in 2006 and 2009.
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Santa Fe Trail sites added to national historic register
The Kansas Historical Society reports that about six Santa Fe Trail segments in Kansas, located in Marion and Morton counties, were added to the National Register of Historic Places in April. Kansas now lists just over 1,300 sites on the register, highlighting the 1,200 mile route from Missouri across Kansas, Colorado and beyond.
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