KBA reports large gains from bioscience investments
Kansas Bioscience Authority investments doubled bioscience jobs in 2012 to 332 new positions, bringing total since 2004 to 1,664. Wages reached $122.8 million in 2012, with $480 million earned by workers since inception. The board elected Dan Watkins as chair for a second year, with Dale Rodman as vice chair and Bill Sanford’s resignation noted.
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Lawyer Telthorst Accused Of Multi-Client Fraud
Telthorst faces charges of defrauding several clients totaling more than 460 000 dollars. In one case he allegedly diverted 20000 from a medical savings account meant to aid a disabled daughter. Indictment says funds went to personal use or to replenish other diverted sums. Conviction could bring up to 20 years per wire fraud and money laundering count. Journal-World could not reach a KU School of Business spokesman. Shaun Hittle, reporter.
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Lawrence considers wholesale water rate cuts for Baldwin City
Lawrence officials propose a wholesale price reduction for Baldwin City as new water districts form and a restart of a plant on the Sunflower Army Ammunition Plant site near De Soto is explored. The contract caps future increases to the city average residential rate, while Baldwin City maintains water rights and options to purchase water from Lawrence. The measure goes to the City Commission today for approval.
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Kansas moves past No Child Left Behind with new index plan
Kansas officials report minimal change in 2011 to 2012 scores while equity gaps persist and a task force investigates declines and funding effects. Education Commissioner Diane DeBacker leads the effort as the state adopts an Assessment Performance Index replacing AYP for schools. The Kansas Board also reviews KEEP evaluator system, bullying briefing, new nutrition guidelines, and 2012 interim committee outlook.
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