Gardner honored as Teen Center bears his name in Lawrence
Don Gardner and Beverly Gardner receive tribute at South Park as Harry Herington announces the Boys & Girls Club Teen Center will be named in their honor. A pledged $250,000 gift from the Gardners supports the project, with the center titled The Don and Beverly Gardner Center for Great Futures. The Gardners have chaired youth workouts and a 5K/10K run for years, aiding the Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence.
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Tax committee probes tax credits to raise state revenues
A special legislative committee held two days of hearings to review dozens of tax credits and exemptions. It aims to identify credits to repeal to boost revenues, though it remains unclear if the most controversial measure will be considered.
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Haskell Selected Among Eight for Native Heritage Uniforms
Haskell University is among eight institutions chosen by a brand to wear special uniforms honoring Native American Heritage Month. The program features team logos and culturally themed designs aimed at recognizing Indigenous cultures and histories.
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Missing mom and girls sought in Europe
Justin Bush seeks guidance to bring his daughters 11-year-old Taylor Bush and 9-year-old Morgan Bush home. They were last seen in Lawrence with their mother Samantha Elmer on Oct 26. After several unexcused absences, Eudora Elementary and Middle schools noted the girls were ill.
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Ban One Use Plastic Bags Proposed by Local Groups
Three local environmental groups led by Sustainability Action Network and the Sierra Club Wakarusa Group plan to present to the Sustainability Advisory Board in Lawrence. They seek a ban or shopper fines to curb single use bags, aiming to curb waste and promote reuse.
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Kansas Supreme Court Hears Portion of School Finance Lawsuit
Kansas Supreme Court opens today's session on a key portion of the ongoing school finance lawsuit. Taxpayers statewide track arguments as counsel defend or challenge funding rules and constitutional obligations.
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