More budget cuts possible in Kansas schools warned
Education officials say ongoing fiscal problems may force further cuts this year and beyond as stimulus funds fade. A $50 million current shortfall could trigger a $75 per pupil base aid drop if lawmakers do not fill the gap, with potential $300 per pupil reductions if stimulus money is not replaced. In 2010 districts cut 816 certified and 844 noncertified positions. Gov elect Brownback aims to freeze general revenue, complicating replacement funding and sparking a lawsuit alleging unconstitutional cuts.
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Kennedy educator wins master honor Master Teacher Ann Lounsbury
Kennedy School educator Ann Lounsbury was named the 2010-2011 Lawrence Master Teacher, receiving a 2500 prize and призно official photo. Colleagues Paula Meyers and Kelli Baucom applauded her impact calling her a guiding force and even a Bat Signal for support.
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Interstate 70 lanes east of Lawrence to reopen
Traffic on I 70 east of Lawrence will return to two lanes each way this week as the Kansas Turnpike Authority finishes a three mile rebuild from the East Lawrence interchange to the Lawrence service area. The project, part of a $23 million turnpike renovation, will also rerun in 2011 with a later one lane east of the service area.
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New prosthetic tech offers life and athletic gains
Overland Park Kansas firefighter Earl Barnes tests the V Hold prosthetic at Hanger Prosthetics, noting improved fit and comfort from sensors and vacuum suction. Barnes, 38, lost his right foot after a September 1997 motorcycle crash that shattered his ankle and damaged his femur. The injury led to a full foot amputation in March 1998. he now embraces a new chapter with the V Hold device and renewed activity.
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