Riverfront hopes rise North of downtown Lawrence
City commissioners warmed to an ambitious plan to redevelop the North Lawrence riverfront area between Johnny's Tavern and the Kansas River. Developers aim for shops restaurants offices and housing leveraging river proximity though levee access and river views pose challenges. Owners Rick Renfro and partners seek city Kaw Drainage District and private property, with Army Corps approval likely needed. The project could lift the city’s north entrance and attract visitors, though noise and ground level river views remain concerns.
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Candor lacking in McCain Obama debate analysis
Washington Post columnist David Broder argues that McCain and Obama avoided hard decisions on priorities and sacrifices in the debates. He says voters must judge records and character while economists favor Obama, noting uncertainty about actual policies once in office.
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New Stone Arch Bridges Planned in Douglas County
Lawrence Daily World reports in 1908 that Douglas County will replace small creek and ravine crossings with stone arch bridges, a cheaper plan expected to last longer than prior light wooden and iron structures. Haskell football closes its first trip 1-1, losing to Arkansas 6-0 then beating Drury College 4-0 with a field goal.
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Public Forum praises city shuttle for KU game trip
A Lawrence couple thank the city for a free game-day shuttle from downtown to the stadium for a Sam Houston State game. They parked, explored Mass Street, shopped for KU souvenirs, ate lunch, and rode the shuttle back with minimal wait, praising the service and local merchants. The letter also covers transportation policy, debates public transit funding, and urges support for tax initiatives.
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