Cracking concrete eyed at Rock Chalk Park rec center
The 181,000 square foot Rock Chalk Park recreation center shows cracks in the concrete mezzanine overlooking gymnasiums and turf fields. City officials and architects say there are no current structural issues, but monitors will track widening cracks to prevent chipping or tripping hazards.
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Francis Sporting Goods to close downtown store in Lawrence
After 67 years in business the Francis Sporting Goods retail shop at 731 Massachusetts St. will close by year end. Owner Jon Francis says the company will refocus on its team business supplying uniforms and equipment to youth, college programs, and others, while the historic building remains in Francis family ownership.
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Democrats blame top leaders after crushing Kansas defeat
After Tuesday's losses, Kansas Democrats blame state party leaders and major campaign groups. A Daily Kos post titled How the Kansas Democratic Party Drove Itself to Near Extinction highlights the intra party rift as the party seeks accountability and rebound strategies.
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Judge rules to open affidavit in rape case
Douglas County District Judge Sally Pokorny ordered release of a redacted probable cause affidavit used to justify Carlton M. Grass arrest on June 15 in downtown Lawrence. The document, sealed previously, was kept secret by agreement of prosecution and defense citing witness impact and fair trial concerns. Grass faces one count of rape. a new law effective July 1 presumes arrest warrants are public.
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Showdown Likely As Court Weighs Same-Sex Unions
The Supreme Court could still intervene on same-sex marriage as a federal appeals court upholds anti gay marriage laws in four states, signaling renewed attention to the contentious issue. The ruling opens a potential path to a broader national legal confrontation.
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