Legal battle over South Lawrence Trafficway ends after deadline
After more than two decades of litigation to block the South Lawrence Trafficway through the Baker Wetlands, opponents did not file for Supreme Court review by the deadline. With no appeal, the federal appellate ruling allowing the roadway stands, ending the case. Bob Eye, the plaintiffs’ attorney, notes mixed emotions but ongoing public concern and education about wetland preservation.
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Sandusky gets at least 30 years for abuse case
Former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky spoke in a red prison suit of being an underdog as accusers watched. A judge sentenced him to 30 to 60 years in prison, effectively ensuring most of the rest of his life behind bars for the child sexual abuse scandal.
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Jerry Sandusky
Mitting
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Brownback defends school efficiency task force
Gov. Sam Brownback defended a state school finance task force set to audit 286 districts for building, utilities, administration and maintenance costs. He called the review a necessary crop of “getting into the weeds” to redirect funds to the classroom, noting no line item reads waste, fraud or abuse.
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Sam Brownback
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List of members on Brownback task force on school efficiency
A page 2A list names the members of Gov. Sam Brownback's task force assigned to study and improve school efficiency across districts. The document outlines composition by roles and affiliated organizations within Kansas education.
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Sam Brownback
Lawrence High grad meets Obama at Ohio campaign stop
Lawrence High School 2012 graduate Noel Fisher joined fellow student volunteers in Columbus as President Barack Obama arrived by Air Force One. Fisher described the moment as cool and unprecedented, marking his first encounter with a presidential figure.
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Nice and sunny forecast and mild temperatures in city
The forecast calls for sunny skies today with a high near 64 and a low around 42. Expect light winds and dry conditions as residents plan outdoor activities and errands on a bright spring day.
Governtor Veto on Environmental Funds Draws Criticism
Some legislators and county officials say Gov. Sam Brownback's veto of environmental funds will backfire on Kansas. The critique centers on budget priorities and potential long term impacts.
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Sam Brownback
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