Promising hire at Lied Center names Derek Kwan director
Kansas University announced Derek Kwan will replace Tim Van Leer as director of the Lied Center of Kansas in Lawrence. Kwan, former vice president of concerts and touring for Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York, plans community outreach, student collaboration, and live webcasts, signaling continued innovation for the venue.
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Kennedy’s death overshadows his life and legacy
George Will examines how Kennedy’s brief presidency provoked enduring debate. He notes JFK’s conservative fiscal instincts, lasting impact on tax policy, and the paradox of a life remembered more for his death than his actions. The piece contrasts Kennedy’s real influence with public myth-making.
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Edison Talking Pictures at Bowersock Theater Nov 24 25
Lawrence Daily Journal-World reports the Edison talking pictures will be shown at Bowersock Theater on Monday and Tuesday November 24 and 25 1913. The device is praised for lip movement and synchronized sound, with audience hearing words clearly in every corner of the theater.
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Plan for Downtown Urban Design Before Seven Story Building
Lawrence residents urge pause on a seven story Kth and Massachusetts project to craft a comprehensive Downtown Urban Design Plan. They emphasize protecting historic neighborhoods, guiding what to build and how it fits Lawrence’s look and function, with input from preservation professionals before permits or subsidies.
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Public Forum on Underage Drinking and Peer Influence
Michael K. Kelly condemns the claim by teenager Kendra Schwartz that weekend drinking rarely has long-term harms. He cites CDC underage drinking data and studies in Pediatrics showing youth alcohol use links to school, social, legal, and physical problems and unintentional injuries. He urges better fact checking by Schwartz and the editors and wishing her future success.
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Lawrence Should Enforce Mandatory Recycling
An eighth grader argues Lawrence must require recycling to cut pollution, extend resources, reduce landfill waste, save energy, and protect wildlife, noting El Dorado near Wichita already mandates recycling and calling Lawrence a Green City without a requirement.
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The Journal-World welcomes public forum letters under 250 words and public interest. They may be edited without altering viewpoints and require the writer's name address and telephone number for submission by mail to Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or by email to letters Ijworld com.
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