Dig to determine existence of graves
Lawrence officials expect tests on a vacant lot at Ninth and New Hampshire to settle whether Civil War era graves lie beneath. State archeologist will perform exploratory excavations ahead of a planned multistory hotel development. Tests reportedly may begin Monday, though exact timing remained unconfirmed.
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Remember to set clocks back an hour Sunday in Kansas
Lawrence area residents face a dual effect as daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday with clocks falling back one hour. Police warn an extra hour of alcohol service may bring more intoxicated drivers and crowds around bars, prompting safety reminders and possible boosts in patrols. Fire Medical urges a twice yearly battery check for smoke and carbon monoxide detectors with the slogan Change your clock, change your battery.
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Kansas Eyes 68 Percent Turnout in Tuesday Vote
Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach predicts a 68 percent voter turnout statewide for Tuesdays elections. Page 3A.
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Rec center deal eyed to skip bidding in Lawrence
Lawrence city officials near a deal with KU Endowment to have contractor Thomas Fritzel build the city portion of a 25 million recreation center without the usual bidding. The proposed sports complex sits about 100 acres north of Sixth Street and the South Lawrence Trafficway.
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Lawrence DCF Office to Stay Open Amid Budget Doubts
Kansas Department for Children and Families Secretary Phyllis Gilmore assured Douglas County leaders that Gov. Brownback’s budget would not cut services or close the local office. County officials remained skeptical, fearing state cuts could shift costs and responsibilities to local governments.
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