KU coach Williams stands out for integrity in recruiting
The editorial praises Roy Williams for upholding high academic and ethical standards in recruiting at Kansas, contrasting with rivals who bend rules. It notes KU’s strong 1990s record, preseason top rankings, and a season-opening win against Holy Cross, highlighting Williams’s policy of not recruiting players who don’t meet academics or behavior expectations.
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House Republicans Overstep Mandate In Homeland Security Fight
Washington Post columnist David Broder notes that House Republicans, led by Speaker Gingrich and aides Armey and DeLay, used late night votes to insert special interest provisions into a homeland security bill. Provisions shield faulty medical devices and vaccine liability, while Texas A&M stands to gain pork from a new department. Public scrutiny was scarce as polls show divided views on a GOP takeover.
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Old Home Town Starts Charity Meetings in Lawrence
The Lawrence Daily World notes three days of charity meetings beginning this evening. Earnest men and women will work for the less fortunate, including efforts to help released criminals restart life, a cause that prompts sympathy amid public shunning.
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Public Forum on Pain Relief Policy in Kansas
Emily Taylor of the Lawrence Caring Community Council announces Kansas became the first state with a joint policy statement by the Boards of Healing Arts Nursing and Pharmacy on controlled substances for terminal chronic and acute pain. The Kansas LIFE Project coordinates 70 partners to improve end of life comfort and urges patients to discuss treatment with doctors. Resources include lifeproject.org and a toll free helpline 1 888 202 5433 plus local info 841 1816.
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Building and closing schools shapes Lawrence neighborhoods
Dean Palos argues that school closures drive decline while new fringe schools fuel sprawl, harming older neighborhoods. He urges balance and cautions the Johnson County planning impact on housing demand and property values.
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Ban applauded over fireworks in town letter
Brent Grosdidier faces critique for defending fireworks rights while others urge limits. Richmond A Pray supports Sue Novak and backs a total ban to prevent fires and animal distress. Critics urge enforcement focus and question patriotism versus profit from fireworks stands.
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