Kansas National Guard mobilizes for Ida relief in Louisiana
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly announced the deployment of about 280 Soldiers and Airmen to Louisiana under the Emergency Management Assistance Compact. The 21 day mission will include engineering gear such as skid steers dump trucks and excavators plus generators and various tactical vehicles. Maj. Gen. David Weishaar said the humanitarian mission reflects the Guard’s core purpose.
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County sees 150 new virus cases over two days
Douglas County reports 150 new COVID-19 cases over two days raising the total to 10,918 with 710 active infections and 89 deaths. On Wednesday 14 inpatients were treated at LMH Health as the 14 day moving average reached 33.43. LDCPH warned a countywide mask mandate may be pursued if daily cases exceed 50 or active cases top 1000. Health officials urge vaccination for all 12 and older and mask use indoors per CDC guidance.
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Woman Dies After Being Struck by Train in North Lawrence
A 23 year old Lecompton woman Cassondra Rose Anderson was killed Tuesday night after being struck by a train in North Lawrence near North Seventh and Maple streets. Police spokesman Patrick Compton said responders found her at the scene and attempted aid, but she was pronounced dead. The incident did not appear suspicious.
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Autism services overhaul aims to aid Kansas families
Kansas parents advocates and providers unite to map a strategic plan to fix autism care gaps. Megan Bradshaw, a corrections official and autism parent, says funding eligibility and paperwork hinder access. Laura Howard leads meetings with state agencies, service providers and foster families to propose administrative and policy recommendations.
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