County seeks single district in redistricting plan
Douglas County officials pressed legislators at a Dole Institute hearing to make the county whole after being split between the 2nd and 3rd U.S. House districts since 2002. Commissioner Nancy Thellman urged a united district as Democrats and Republicans weighed the impact of census adjustments on representation.
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Theatre Lawrence seeks 100000 city funding for new west Lawrence theater
Theatre Lawrence formerly the Lawrence Community Theatre asks the city to commit 100000 in public funding to support a 6200,000 campaign for a 300 seat theater near Sixth and Wakarusa before a September deadline to preserve 1.5 million in external grants. The request aims for 20000 per year over five years to help reach a 6.2 million goal, with some commissioners showing support.
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Reenactment of 1932 First National Bank Robbery Planned
The Eldridge Hotel and Teller's restaurant in downtown Lawrence plan a September 30 reenactment of the 1932 Bonnie and Clyde era bank robbery that stole about 550000. Actors will recreate the heist from The Eldridge to Teller's with police blocking traffic temporarily. City commissioners must approve a permit for the event which may become annual.
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Storm Expected Disrupts Local Businesses and Transit
A powerful storm is forecast to hit the city, prompting business closures, travel advisories, and increased safety warnings. Local shops anticipate weather-related delays, while authorities urge precaution and monitor infrastructure for outages and flooding.
Anthony Kansas Ties With New York City Firefighters
Residents of Anthony Kansas have formed a growing connection with New York City firefighters bonds built through mutual aid visits and shared stories reflecting cross city collaboration and community support across distances.
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