Dispatcher epitomized public service in Douglas County
Selma Southard 57 longtime director of Douglas County Emergency Communications died after a lingering illness. Colleagues recall her calm voice and dedication. She led the department 36 years, starred in mergers and transitions, and inspired peers. memorials suggested to Lupus Foundation Kansas.
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Ground broken downtown Lawrence housing drives project
Downtown Lawrence opens to a new mixed use project championed by Compton and Mayor Amyx. The plan places 65 parking spaces in an adjacent garage and seeks about 280000 in city incentives to fund public infrastructure upgrades. Ground floor fitness center and wine bar planned with two lower floors for offices and retail while First Management Inc. HQ could move in. Sidewalks closed and bus stops shifted to accommodate construction with city staff reviewing incentives.
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Regents OK advanced women's studies degree at KU
Kansas University gains a new Women, Gender and Sexuality studies master’s and doctoral programs without extra state cost. Regents praise internal funding, faculty readiness, and rising demand across public and private sectors.
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Gary Sherrer
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College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Christine Downey- Schmidt
University of Michigan
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