Tornado Risk Seen Low for Downtown Areas
The Storm Prediction Center says downtowns are tiny targets for tornadoes and large buildings offer no real protection. Even the biggest skyscrapers are small relative to a tornado's circulation from ground to thunderhead, making downtown destruction unlikely.
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Call Sound Off Line for Viewer Questions
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Street opinion on NBA suspensions for fighting
Kansas readers weigh in on whether NBA players suspended for fighting were punished fairly. Hearne Christopher notes harshness and possible legal overtones while Eric Bowen says suspension is warranted but not excessive. Tiffany Gunnels argues self defense and questions the length of suspensions.
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Neighbors Back Plan for Langston Hughes Nature Trail
West Lawrence residents and Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department officials met at Langston Hughes School to discuss a 40 acre park east of the school at 1101 George Williams Way. They favored preserving natural areas, adding native grasses, and a concrete walking trail with possible water fountains, while stressing erosion control and maintenance access. A second public meeting is set for 7 p.m. December 13 at the school to hear more input.
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Driver given maximum sentence in recklessness case
Jurors said blood tests did not prove McHenry was under cocaine influence during the U S 56 crash that rear ended a car carrying 19 year old Shawn Trager, pushing it into oncoming traffic. The Tragers of Chillicothe Mo plan to urge Kansas lawmakers to redefine recklessness and to observe Texas parole hearings for McHenry, who is on parole for a cocaine distribution charge. McHenry and his attorney called the wreck an accident and he expressed sympathy for the family.
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Director to leave Drop-In Center after long service
Collins said the director treated all with love and respect regardless of dress. Clark, a 2000 KU social welfare graduate, was the center's first employee and hoped to work with seniors after a brief leaving period. The board has not announced a successor and staff await next steps.
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Kansas University
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Clark
Marcell Lauppe
Ordinance Drives Explosive Debate in City Hall
Barr proposes strict blasting rules requiring notices to property owners within 1500 feet and certified mail within 500 feet, on-site independent expert during blasts, and higher liability insurance. Pilshaw warns of 15 to 20 percent cost rise, possible legal liability for city. commission meeting at City Hall at 6 35 p m.
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