Proper disposal options for small appliances and flag etiquette
The article outlines disposal routes for small appliances like vacuums and fans, noting regular trash is acceptable though electronics recycling options exist through Best Buy, Extreme Recycling and Asset LifeCycle in Topeka and Surplus Exchange in Kansas City. It also mentions Lawrence hosting electronic recycling events in 2011 and provides LawrenceRecycles.org for details. Regarding flag etiquette, the Lawrence American Legion vice commander says national colors must be flown above any additional flags, with Confederate flags generally not allowed with the American flag, though enforcement is rare and not a legal issue.
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LawrenceRecycles.org
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Hanson
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Question for Sound Off Line Tells Readers to Call In
A brief line invites readers to share comments by dialing the Sound Off number 832 7297. The note frames the number as a channel for reader input and community voices.
Lawrence police report armed robbery at Zarco Gas Station
Police dispatch described an armed robbery at Zarco Gas Station on Sixth Street around 10 am with a suspect fleeing on foot after taking several hundred dollars. A stabbing incident near Haskell Avenue left a non life threatening injury with the victim uncooperative and seeking attorney. no suspects named.
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Fultz
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Douglas County
Lawrence
Scrivner and Sousa Families Welcome Newborn Children
Christopher and Amy Scrivner of Eudora welcomed a girl this Sunday. Nelson and Mary Sousa of Lawrence welcomed a boy this Sunday. AJ Munger and Jasmine Garland of Lawrence welcomed a girl this Sunday.
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Amy Scrivner
Eudora
Nelson and
Mary Sousa
Lawrence
AJ Munger
Jasmine Garland
Journal-World policy on correcting errors noted
The Journal-World states it corrects significant errors brought to editors and invites readers to report via phone or email, including a message to call (785) 832 7154 or email news ljworld.com for corrections.
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Ljworld.com
Gasoline prices found at local convenience store
The Journal-World reports gas prices as low as 2.62 dollars at Presto Convenience Store located at 1030 North Third Street. Readers encouraged to call 832-7154 if a lower price is found.
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Trade schools rise as job security grows with market shifts
The article notes higher interest in trade schools as people seek quick pathways to work amid an weak economy. Judi McKenzie cites about 11 months to completion and near zero unemployment in cosmetology. Pinnacle Career Institute reports 81 percent job placement across programs and a broader trend of career education gaining popularity.
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McKenzie
Bureau of Labor and Statistics
Metzger
Heather Case
Case
Pinnacle Career Institute
Lawrence
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Jeremy Cooper
Lawrence arts center seeks volunteers for Holiday Shop Dec 10
Lawrence Arts Center requests volunteers for its annual Holiday Shop on Dec 10. Gift wrappers and elves needed for shifts 3:45 PM to 7 PM and 9 AM to noon or 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Contact Pat Russell at 843-2787 or patrussell lawrenceartscenter.org.
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Samantha
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Jessie
Sunflower
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
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Kansas
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Leland
Midnight Farm
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Shannon Reid
Roger Hill
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