Masons dedicate new Lawrence center with time capsule
Masons of Kansas dedicated the Lawrence Masonic Center at 1305 E 25th St on Sunday. Members in regalia laid a cornerstone and buried a time capsule as Grand Master Kent Needham highlighted Masonry’s aim to promote moral upright living and service to community. The center will host meetings and charitable work including the annual Boys and Girls Club Thanksgiving dinner.
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Clinic expands AmeriCorps reach to aid uninsured Kansas patients
The clinic plans to expand its health care services with nine AmeriCorps members, bringing total participation to seven currently. Members work 1,700 hours annually in diabetes care, prevention, behavioral health, and community outreach, with two focusing on quality assurance and outreach. Patients like Annette Barnes credit the program for diabetes management, weight loss, and better access to resources as graduates KU graduates Jenny Davidson and Megan Foster prepare for medical school. Foster says the experience broadens her view of poverty and growth. Health reporter Karrey Britt notes the program and points readers to WellCommons.com.
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Study questions impact of statewide texting ban
The Highway Loss Data Institute says crashes did not fall after texting bans in four states, with increases in three. Experts warn early results and say education and campaigns are needed to change driver behavior. Kansas DOT spokeswoman Kimberly Qualls emphasizes repetition to shift habits and notes ongoing pro motion in Topeka.
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Brownback plan on education divides Kansas advocates
School advocates criticize the Brownback education plan while Holland pledges to restore funding to classrooms as the economy improves. The debate centers on funding reform, local taxes, and reading goals for fourth graders as Republicans and Democrats clash over the plan’s impact on districts. Kansas Families for Education endorsed Holland, praising his stance but noting missing details in Brownback’s proposals.
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State reports July to September revenue rise
The first quarter of the state's fiscal year covers July to September. It collected 1.3 billion dollars, up 2.9 percent from earlier estimates and 10 percent above the same period in the prior year. For Sound Off, call 832-7297.
Weekend poll on KU football bowl eligibility in 2010
A reader poll asks if Kansas can reach bowl eligibility in 2010. Results show No 90 percent, Yes 6 percent, Not sure 3 percent, with a prompt to LJWorld.com for more responses and voting.
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