Kobach says immigration bills likely next Kansas session
Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach says the 2013 Legislature will again tackle immigration with new enforcement measures. Opponents warn of political flare ups as Kobach remains a national figure in pushing tough laws.
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District official laments shift from science amid focus on reading
Adam Holden, assistant superintendent in the Lawrence school district, voices concern over a trend to de-emphasize science education in favor of reading and math, saying the issue is widely felt. The comment appears on Page 3A alongside local coverage.
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Wireless babies teach life lessons at Lawrence High
Lawrence High School juniors learn newborn care on electronic simulator dolls that cry eat and sleep to mimic real infants. Students carry home wireless dolls with sensor gear in car seats, allowing tutors to monitor handling and safety while adjusting difficulty levels and tracking conditions.
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County to weigh sand pit permit near Eudora
Douglas County commissioners will consider a 434 acre sand pit mining permit near Eudora. The proposal from Penny's Concrete owner and Van LLC faces concerns over flooding traffic and farmland loss while planning staff recommends approval with conditions including natural looking reclamation and a recreational lake after about 30 years. Nearby landowners and Eudora fear water quality and traffic impacts as a traffic study is reviewed.
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