Lawrence to study business recycling program plan
At a work session the Lawrence City Commission discussed expanding single stream recycling to businesses. Key issues include cost and logistics as the city, under contract with Hamm recycling, would charge per ton and cover collection costs. Kathy Richardson said there is strong business interest but added an additional cost is expected.
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Brownback grants first pardon in 1994 theft case
Kansas Governor Sam Brownback issued his first pardon as governor, clemency for Mark Schmitt who was convicted in Franklin County in 1994 for filing a false insurance claim of 1551.64. Schmitt, a Liberal native living in Parker, Colorado, had his record expunged and restitution paid, with Brownback praising his character.
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Lawrence school board hopefuls discuss equity and pay
Four of five active candidates for three Lawrence school board seats spoke at a Tuesday forum at the Union Pacific Depot. Ronald Gordon Ross Melissa Johnson Kelly Jones and Gretchen Lister addressed equity and paraprofessional pay with questions framed by their experiences. James Hollinger missed the event due to illness.
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