On the Street on the Street by Eliot Hughes
Readers weigh in on the EU men’s basketball season tease at LJWorld.com. Massachusetts asks for predictions as Channing Chu of Lawrence doubts improvement after Withey’s departure. Jim Lasseter of Topeka believes they will do well as they usually do.
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Channing Chu
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Jeff) Withey
Jim Lasseter
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Kansas wind project pace tied to production tax credit rules
The IRS clarified that wind developers must begin construction in 2013 or spend at least 5 percent of the project cost to qualify for the Production Tax Credit. Buffalo Dunes, a 250 MW Kansas wind farm, is the only major project set for completion this year as contracts push into mid-2014 and beyond. Last year 1,441 MW were stalled in Kansas as the credit's renewal shapes new activity.
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Grant
Haskell
Lawerence electronic recycling event lacks shredding truck
The city of Lawrence will not provide a paper shredding truck at the upcoming electronic recycling event on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Free State High School north parking lot. Accepts include televisions video and audio equipment computers printers scanners and other small appliances cellphones and handheld devices. CRT TV fees are 15 for under 27 inches and 35 for over 27 inches big screen and console TVs have fees. No recycling fee for other electronics like computer monitors. Fees may be paid by cash or check. Large appliances and household hazardous waste are not accepted.
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Lawrence
Question line for readers phone and email contact
A reader notice invites questions by calling 832-7297 or sending an email to soundoff Ijworld.com. The brief contact instruction aims to gather reader input or feedback for publication.
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KU Public Safety Seeks Identity in Residence Hall Laptop Theft
Kansas University Public Safety asks for help identifying a suspect after an aggravated burglary in a residence hall Wednesday between 9 a.m. and 1 30 p.m. a laptop was stolen while a resident slept. Call Crime Stoppers 785 864 8888 or KU Public Safety 785 864 5900 with tips.
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KU Public Safety
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Lawrence couples welcome babies this week
Kristina and Luciano Rivera of Lawrence welcomed a girl on Wednesday. Bader and Reem Alsamiri of Lawrence welcomed a girl on Thursday. Dashiell and Brianna Scott of Lawrence welcomed a girl on Thursday. Jake and Michelle Plegge of Eudora welcomed a boy on Thursday.
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Luciano Rivera
Lawrence
Bader
Reem Alsamiri
Dashiell
Brianna Scott
Jake and
Michelle Plegge
Eudora
Journal-World Corrects Signifcant Errors Policy
The Journal-World states its policy to correct all significant errors brought to editors' attention. Readers are invited to call (785) 832-7154 or email news@jworld.com to report errors.
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Accidental cause found for Lawrence house fire
Investigators concluded a Wednesday Lawrence house fire was accidental due to improper disposal of smoking materials. The building at 1012 W. 20th St. housed five occupants who all escaped. Damage to structure and contents estimated at 132000 dollars. Crews fought flames from a front left bedroom window starting at 11 34 a m. Red Cross was asked to assist occupants. A water main burst nearby and city crews responded to repairs.
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Mark Bradford
Douglas County Red Cross
Maine Street
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Local volunteer joins nonprofit board to boost DCAP programs
Elisabeth Sheridan joins DCAP board bringing senior account management and fundraising skills. As board chair she oversees the board and coordinates with volunteers and clients while directing planning for the 21st Annual Red Ribbon Art Auction on November 16 at Maceli's. Emily Ferbezar notes board service requires time and passion, with DCAP benefiting from Sheridan's HR and communications expertise. Trenton Garber calls the impact substantial, urging others to consider joining boards to strengthen communities. To learn about openings visit volunteerDouglasCounty.org.
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DCAP
Trenton Garber
Elisabeth
Sheridan
Volunteerdouglascounty
Baker candidate discusses access and affordability at Baker visit
Drury University ties echoed as Taylor highlights Baker strengths in diversity and technology use. He notes international undergraduates at about 1 percent, warns student debt risks, and praises Baker endowments that keep tuition affordable. Taylor critiques accountability and faculty evaluation, praising Baker instructors.
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Taylor
Drury
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Gibson
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