Brownback's IT chief quits over questioned degree
Sam Brownback’s administration saw the resignation of Jim Mann, the $150000 chief information officer named last week, after reports questioned a claimed business administration degree from the University of Devonshire. Mann, from St. Augustine, Florida, defended his background, while Brownback said the education did not factor into the hiring and acknowledged no background check had been conducted yet.
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Equity concerns rise over Brownback school funding plan
State Board members warned that Sam Brownback's plan to shift more education funding to local taxes could widen gaps between rich and poor districts. Critics noted removing caps on local property taxes and potential local sales taxes as unequalizing. Some supported preserving state funding floors while considering tax reforms.
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High School Engineers Compete In KU Design Contest
More than 250 students from 19 high schools formed 41 teams at Kansas University Eaton Hall for the High School Design Competition. Free State High School’s Engineering Club survived with improvised duct tape fixes as their pine plank device climbed little but showcased resilience, while Lawrence High’s Lions 4 pursued adjustments with an ultralight carbon fiber design and studied rivals’ work.
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City weighs cost and site for west Lawrence rec center
Lawrence officials tentatively set a 15 million dollar community investment for a new west Lawrence recreation center. Questions remain on site location and whether Kansas University basketball coach Bill Selfs foundation can help raise up to 3 million in private funds. Staff will study best site options, with a potential 50 acre offer at Sixth Street and the South Lawrence Trafficway.
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