Lawrence city selects finalists for vacant farmer seat
Lawrence officials name Lisa Larsen and Scott Morgan as finalists to fill the vacant city commission seat left by Mayor Jeremy Farmer. Larsen, a geologist and former owner of Larsen & Associates Inc., is seen as top pick. Morgan is an editor publisher and former school board member. The pair advance after three hours of interviews and public comment and will be considered at the next meeting for oath and seating to serve the unexpired term.
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Jayhawk chosen as marquee game pick for KU launch
A Kansas Jayhawks connection headlines a featured video game moment as KU lands among 10 schools in a marquee rollout. The piece notes Sara Shepherd reports on the virtual setting where a local phenom selects Kansas University to start his basketball journey, signaling KU’s broad appeal in the digital sports promotion.
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Douglas County voters get extra time under new rule
Douglas County Clerk Jamie Shew will not purge incomplete voter registrations yet. A new state regulation requires cancellation of registrations lingering over 90 days, but 1400 would be voters in Douglas County receive a new 90 day clock to complete their registrations. A federal judge in Kansas City declined to issue a temporary restraining order blocking the rule.
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Tax revenues continue slide in Kansas
Gov Brownback faces pressure as Kansas tax receipts fall short of forecast by 31 million dollars last month. Revenue department says total taxes reached 534 million versus 565 million projection, a 5.5 percent shortfall tied to refunds earlier in the year.
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Weekend Guide Highlights Local Folk Concerts and Tours
A folk concert series, an animal blessing, and the Kaw Valley Farm Tour offer family activities starting tonight. Page 3A.
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