Berry Plastics Faces Uncertain Future as Closings Spread
Berry Plastics plans to close three plants in Houston, Kent, and Alsip with two more closings possible. Lawrence Chamber cites no expected impact on the Douglas County facility, while Berry would not confirm any closing plans for the Lawrence production site. The company previously invested 21 million in a Kansas distribution center and runs a local plant in northern Lawrence. Employee counts at Douglas County sites are down from prior levels.
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Douglas County
Berry Plastics
Houston
Kent
Wash
Alsip
Ill
Lawrence Chamber of Commerce
Berry
Lecompton
Kansas Turnpike
PackerWare Corp
City seeks 400000 longevity bonuses for long-serving staff
Lawrence City Hall faces a tight year with a projected operating deficit as commissioners weigh approving a year end longevity payment. The plan, unchanged since the 1990s, would award 48 dollars per year of service to city employees with five or more consecutive years. The proposal hinges on dipping into the fund balance to cover the 2013 payout.
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Lawrence City Hall
David Corliss
Lawrence
Domestic violence rate hits 20 year high in Kansas
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation reports 24,373 domestic violence incidents in 2012, the highest since 1992, with 13,193 arrests that year, down from 13,478 in 2011. Joyce Grover notes the data reflect reported incidents only.
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Topera
Kansas
Kansas Bureau of Investigation
KBI
Topeka Capital-Journal
Joyce Grover
The
Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence
Memory Boost Pill Promises Youthful Mind Revival
In Phoenix the memory boosting compound, touted by US pharmacist Dr. Gene Steiner, is described as a natural, drug free formula that allegedly improves memory, mood, and concentration in aging brains. The piece cites a peer reviewed trial, broad patient testimonials, and a high sales claim, with calls to action for a free 30 day supply and a related brain health book offer.
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Gene Steiner
Los Angeles
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State Board of Pharmacy
United States
Selwyn Howell
Carey S
Gene Elizabeth K
Rochester
New York
Call Toll Free Health Disclaimer Notice
An FDA disclaimer states the statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and the product is not intended to diagnose treat cure or prevent disease. Results vary by individual health diet lifestyle and other factors.
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