KU Policy Confusion Highlighted by Court Rulings
A Douglas County case exposes the difficulty in interpreting Kansas University rules on sexual harassment and student conduct. Judge Fairchild criticized the campus for vague and conflicting policies and urged rewriting to create a cohesive, enforceable code, noting off campus events also require coverage.
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Mediation group proposes local cease-fires in Syria
A European funded mediation group urges freezing the war and local elections as a path to de escalation in Syria. The report, shared with U S officials, favors local reconciliations and a decentralized future while warning the regime cannot reverse the conflict.
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Old Home Town from the Lawrence Journal World 1914
The piece laments Belgiums desolation during World War I and urges American aid. It urges Lawrence residents to send substantial relief supplies, emphasizing brotherhood and imagination beyond the distant need. Compiled by Sarah St John.
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Robo calls and flyers praised by voter letter
A Lawrence reader cheers robo calls and oversized flyers used in elections. The letter claims the 20,000 plus potential voters in Kansas received guidance and implies they were influenced, urging gratitude for political outreach. Carol Shankel signs the note.
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Public forum calls out lawns, curbs damage near Allen Fieldhouse
Deborah Snyder and John Richardson of the Beach family urge considerate parking on game days in Lawrence to protect property values. Residents are asked to honor a longtime benefactor with a moment of silence as Brad Allen of the Lawrence Public Library notes community service.
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Parking Rules At KU Spur Traffic Crackdown
The KU Jayhawks schedule includes 18 home games and the university provides extensive visitor parking options including paid and free lots and shuttle services. Yet some visitors still pay to park in front yards or residential driveways despite legal limits and risks. Fines of 30 dollars may apply to drivers owners of the properties and sellers of spaces. driveway parking is not illegal but contributes to congestion and safety hazards.
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Lawrence honors Marianna Beach benefactor and library supporters
Jill Jevens notes the loss of Marianna Beach, a major Lawrence benefactor whose foundations funded the Lawrence Public Library campaigns and the Ross and Marianna Beach Author Series featuring James McBride. She urges enforcement of town advertising ordinances against ground signs seen across the city.
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