Lawmakers push efficiency over funding at rare Kansas education talk
Conservative lawmakers on education panels urged greater efficiency and accountability in Kansas public schools during a rare informal meeting with the State Board of Education. Democrats and moderates argued for more funding as the session touched on expenditure per student and NAEP and ACT results.
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Room-service meals to debut at LMH in 2014
Lawrence Memorial Hospital plans a restaurant style room service menu for patients by mid 2014 delivering meals within 30 minutes. The program aims to be patient centered and healthier, part of a broader revamp including outsourcing to Unidine Corp while LMH kitchens handle preparation.
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KU honors Vernon Smith and Joyce DiDonato with degrees
Kansas University announced Nobel laureate economist Vernon Smith and opera star Joyce DiDonato will receive honorary doctorates at the 2014 spring commencement. Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little praised them as role models for students and for their contributions to society.
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Today's Forecast Page 10A Highlights Sunny Sky High 65
The forecast calls for mostly sunny weather with a high near 65 and a low around 39. No precipitation expected, light winds, ideal outdoor conditions for the day.
Regulators to Review Utility Charge by State Consumer Group
Kansas regulators plan to examine charges billed to utilities by the state agency representing residential customers and small businesses. The agency finances its work through these charges, prompting a review on page 3A.
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