Kansas officials urge keeping provisional ballot voter names secret
Election officials in Kansas were told by Secretary of State Kris Kobach’s office not to release names of voters who cast provisional ballots. The memo argues disclosure could violate federal and state law. Democratic Rep. Ann Mah seeks the lists to contact voters for corrections, while results show Mah behind by 27 votes with provisional ballots pending.
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WRECK-IT RALPH 4 PG At Hollywood Southwind Cinema
After years of losing to his arcade rival the bad guy in the game, a character named Ralph decides to change his fate and become a hero. The film Wreck-It Ralph arrives in 3D at the Hollywood Southwind Cinema 12.
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KU choral leader Jim Ralston dies at 81
Longtime KU choral music professor Jim Ralston died at Pioneer Ridge Health Center from pneumonia complications. He directed KU choral programs from 1966 to 1994 and led major concerts including the annual Vespers. He served as Lawrence Rotary Club song leader for 50 years and was Trinity Episcopal Church choir director for 35. Funeral services are set for November 17 at Trinity Episcopal Church. visitation November 16 at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home. He left four daughters, 13 grandchildren, and six great grandchildren.
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Playoff traffic strains Lawrence High parking
Law rence High officials warn playoff crowds will fill the north parking lot on 19th Street. Assistant principal Mark Norris urged basketball fans to park elsewhere as the lot becomes limited before the game. Principal and staff may enter the lot to direct where to park. Reporter Ian Cummings can be reached at 832-7144.
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Prison funding cuts threaten state corrections programs
State prison officials say a 10 percent budget cut or 26 million would hit parole and community corrections while facilities staff must be protected. The system houses 9,540 inmates, 264 over capacity, with about 10 percent in gangs and rising violence. Since 2005 lawmakers approved 99 sentence enhancements, fueling population gains projected to reach 2,114 more inmates in 10 years. Rep Jim Ward questions looming lawsuits as policy shifts occur.
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KanCare faces worries from disability and aging groups
AARP Kansas former president John Wilson and InterHab director Tom Laing express concern about KanCare long term managed care readiness for frail and vulnerable residents. Kari Bruffett of KDHE counters that the state is on track, citing meetings with CMS on Oct. 18 and readiness of managed care organizations to deliver Medicaid services. The Brownback administration argues KanCare will improve health outcomes and save money.
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