Bell-ringers kick off Salvation Army season in Lawrence
Lawrence Douglas County Salvation Army launches 2013 Bell Ringing Season with a 9 50 a m kickoff in front of U S Bank at Ninth and Massachusetts. The drive aims to raise 115000 for needy families and includes Christmas Joy Shop and Adopt a Family Distribution at Douglas County Fairgrounds. Volunteers are welcome. sign up at ringbells org or call 843 4188.
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Parks and Recreation Complex Nears Completion
Concrete work at the recreation center site is mostly finished with 1,500 parking spaces and walls poured and stored for upright placement by Christmas. The city portion spans 26 acres while the EU section covers 64. A trail system and forest area will attract visitors, and officials believe the facility could host national track and field events in the future.
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Wellness center up in the air at Rock Chalk Park
The city plans to repurpose about 7000 square feet at the Rock Chalk Park recreation center that was to house a wellness facility. The space may feature a kitchen for events or cooking classes and could host indoor golf, batting cages, or parks and recreation programs as officials decide what fits after opening.
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Kansas test switch seen delaying state school standard checks
The Kansas Supreme Court case on school finance remains pending. The 2013 tests will be retired as spring 2014 transitions to Common Core aligned assessments begin. Lawrence scores show mixed changes with reading modest shifts and math rising nonproficiency, amid broader declines statewide.
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