Kansas InsureKS expands tools for ACA plan costs and assistance
Kansans can now view county level plan details and find nearby agents navigators and consultants on InsureKS.org. The site still cannot enroll users, as HealthCare.gov access remains blocked for many states relying on the federal marketplace. Road work continues in Lawrence with 11th Street closures near Haskell Avenue through Friday, as crews advance a downtown project slated to finish by November 8. The Kansas Association of Wheat Growers invites applications for the 2014 Herb Clutter Memorial Scholarship offering a $500 annual award to incoming agriculture students with a 400-500 word essay due February 1, 2014. For details contact Dalton Henry or visit kswheat.com.
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Parks and Rec guide for 2014 released
The Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department issued its 2014 Winter Spring Activities Guide detailing adult and youth sports registration, weight loss classes, nutrition programs, and family events. Distribution includes the Lawrence Journal World Sunday edition and city buildings. advance copy available online.
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19-Year-Old Shawnee Man Charged in Drug Case
William James Wiest, 19, was booked into Douglas County Jail on suspicion of possessing and distributing methamphetamine and marijuana, transporting an open container, and resisting arrest. He was arrested by Lawrence police in the 1800 block of East 1450 Road early Sunday and appeared in district court Wednesday. He is jailed on a $4,000 bond.
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Security concerns surface over health site rollout
President Obama accepted full responsibility for fixing the HealthCare.gov glitches as a government memo revealed security testing gaps days before launch. Kathleen Sebelius apologized, defending the health care overhaul while Senate and House panels pressed for details and a timeline. Security certificates were temporarily issued and a mitigation plan proposed, with a permanent authorization to operate only after issues are resolved. Republicans urged Sebelius to resign, but she pledged daily progress.
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Lawrence man sentenced to three years for burglaries
Jacob P. Paine, 33, of Lawrence, received a three year prison term after pleading guilty to three felony burglary counts for involvement in a May burglary spree. Police linked him to about 20 local burglaries totaling roughly 77000 in stolen goods from storage units.
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KU budget debate lingers as lawmakers tour campuses
Kansas lawmakers grilled KU on belt tightening and leveraging research funds during a two hour session. Critics note enrollment trends down a decade while Vitter and others defend growing research dollars. Lawmakers warn of potential cuts if a court ruling shifts state funds, as Brownback tax cuts spark student protests and budget fears.
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Students press lawmakers on higher education funding
KU students and alumni challenged legislators to protect higher education amid cuts. Ty Masterson noted budget pressures from K12 and higher education during the recession while Emma Halling stressed student input as essential. KU leaders highlighted applied programs and bioscience efforts as lawmakers toured the medical center and West Campus.
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