Two year old accident survivor defies grim prognosis
Brooklyn Sickman, a 2-year-old from Tonganoxie, survived a severe accident when a barn stall gate toppled on her head. Doctors warned of memory loss and possible deafness or blindness. Now at Children's Mercy Hospital, she heals through therapy while keeping family spirits hopeful and her third birthday on December 16 approaching.
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Tough hard cuts loom for Kansas higher education
The Kansas Board of Regents began a new round of budget concerns with a survival mindset as Gov Goossen signaled further cuts to higher education on top of a 12 percent 100 million reduction this year. Officials warned revenue shortfalls may persist into next year, with no strong recovery in sight. Regents suggested allowing universities to ration enrollments and cautioned against additional revenue enhancements, while tax exemptions debate was raised to boost state funds.
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Bridge detonation scheduled for today on Kansas Turnpike
The second of at least three planned detonations of the old bridges over the Kansas Turnpike is set for 10 a.m. Today a wider 1,000 foot safety zone will be enforced as explosives are used farther east. The Kansas Highway Patrol will briefly shut the U S 59 stretch under the turnpike before the blast.
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Lawrence schools weigh contingency fund against shortfall
Lawrence USD faces further state cuts potentially reaching six million dollars for 2009 2010. Superintendent Rick Doll says the district will rely on a six point three million dollar contingency and keep half the professional development budget frozen to weather the fiscal squeeze.
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Ken Starr to Visit KU this Friday
Independent counsel Ken Starr, who led the Clinton investigation, is scheduled for an upcoming visit to the University of Kansas Friday. The appearance is expected to draw students faculty and local residents interested in the probe’s legacy and ongoing public affairs discussions.
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