Highway Patrol cuts driving miles to save money
Kansas Highway Patrol trims road mileage by ten percent to save fuel costs. Troopers will spend more time parked along highways to catch traffic violations while still responding to calls. Spokeswoman Trooper Edna Buttler cites fuel as a major expense and notes no reduction in service or ticketing.
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Patterson primed to lead KU defense this season
Daymond Patterson is predicted to have a heck of a season after a challenging freshman year as KU football looks to strengthen its defense. The feature notes Patterson is ready to make a bigger impact at tailgates and house parties and in upcoming games.
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Professional tweeters grow brand reach for big companies
Scott Monty of Ford Motors says the online space mirrors social mingling, not a one way push. Companies hire professional tweeters to boost brand awareness on Twitter and Facebook, integrating social networking into marketing strategies.
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Lawrence High Plans For Season Opener At New Stadium
Field notes outline Friday night expectations for Lawrence High's home opener in the newly built football stadium. Details cover gates, traffic, seating, and amenities to help fans navigate construction and enjoy the game.
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KU to Direct 40 Million From Stadium Addition to Academics
Kansas Athletics will channel 40 million from a proposed 3,000-seat club addition at Memorial Stadium to KU academic programs. Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little praised the deal, saying academics and athletics can mutually support each other. Details on distribution and timeline were not set, with possibilities including scholarships and fellowships. Lew Perkins said the Gridiron Club could be ready by the next football season.
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Pfizer to pay record 2.3B penalty for drug promos
Pfizer Inc faces a record 2.3 billion dollar penalty for illegal drug promotions. The settlement includes a 1.2 billion civil fine and a 100 million criminal forfeiture, with a five year monitoring period by HHS inspector general. The case covers marketing of 13 drugs including Viagra Zoloft and Lipitor and involved resort meetings and perks for doctors.
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Army National Guard tightens enlistment rules in slimming
The Pentagon orders tighter Guard recruitment as age limits drop from 42 to 35 and ASVAB minimum rises from 31 to 50. Recruits face stricter health, conduct requirements, with no medical waivers and new penalties for acne and past offenses. The shift aims to trim excess and shift burden to active duty amid war in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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