Kansas built programs gain from defense spending bill
The Senate cleared a major defense appropriation totaling 355.4 billion dollars with Kansas tied programs including Boeing Wichita Airborne Laser work receiving 598 million for the current year. Raytheon Aircraft and several Kansas firms from Wichita to Parsons and Coffeyville share contracts, boosting jobs amid national security aims.
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Airport Security Firm with Lapses Wins KCI Contract
Kansas City Star reports TSA awarded International Total Services an exclusive one year contract for passenger and baggage screening at all three KCI terminals despite a history of security breaches and a bankruptcy. ITS will screen about 10 million passengers next year starting Nov. 19, amid controversy from local officials.
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Cougar mountain lion found killed in Kansas City area
A 125 pound male mountain lion, about 2 3 years old, was struck by a car on Interstate 35 in north Kansas City and shot by police after being mortally wounded. Experts say evidence points to a wild origin, not captivity, with Missouri noting few permits and illegal ownership common for such animals.
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Lawrence Barn Dance Assn Plans 20th Anniversary Dance
The Lawrence Barn Dance Association marks its twentieth anniversary with a barn dance at 7:30 p.m. Saturday in Woodlawn School at 508 Elm Street. A 6:45 p.m. beginner lesson precedes. no partner is needed. Natural Causes performs live with Enid Cocke as caller. admission is 6 dollars for adults and 2 dollars for children under 16.
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