Plastikon to open Lawrence plant add 126 jobs
Plastikon Industries will build a plastics vial plant at East Hills Business Park in Lawrence, creating more than 120 jobs. Initial hiring starts at 50, rising to about 126 within three years, with average production salaries around 45,000 and higher for management roles. Local leaders call it a great win for the city.
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KU Endowment contributions reach record level for KU
KU Endowment reported 115.1 million dollars in support to the university for the year ending June 30, up 9 percent from last year, while endowed funds rose 13.8 percent to 1.05 billion dollars. President Dale Seuferling highlighted broader program support and campus growth funded by private dollars. The association also rebounded from a 22 percent loss to exceed 1 billion dollars in endowed funds, enabling continued high-level university backing. The group plans to elect new officers at today’s annual meeting.
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Kansas university leaders seek state funding for higher education
Six public university chiefs testified on the economic value and needs of their institutions before Kansas lawmakers. Budget director Duane Goossen said the case is strong, but securing funding requires a persuasive appeal to the Legislature and the broader state.
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