Girl on a Wire author Libby Phelps shares life beyond Westboro
Libby Phelps avows change is possible as she promotes Girl on a Wire co authored with Sara Stewart. The memoir recounts growing up in Westboro Baptist Church and her escape at 25 after a beach bikini dispute. She notes misconceptions about her grandfather and hopes the book prompts dialogue with her estranged family.
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Ex-Westboro member Nate Phelps to speak at Arts Center
Nate Phelps, son of Fred Phelps, will discuss his childhood and escape from Westboro Baptist Church in an event at the Lawrence Arts Center. The gathering includes siblings Mark and Dortha, new film clips from Not My Father’s Child, and will be filmed for a documentary with proceeds funding the project. Tickets are 7.50 dollars and the event starts at 7 30 p m Thursday.
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Lawrence Journal World publisher contact details
The Lawrence Journal World lists contact avenues for publication operations including publisher Scott Stanford, phone lines 785-843-1000 and 800-578-8748, and mailbox addresses. It notes post office box information for postmasters and standard newspaper postal indicia.
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Lottery numbers reported for multiple draws this week
Saturday Powerball numbers 6 21 41 52 62 with Powerball 26. Friday Mega Millions numbers 4 13 31 50 with no Mega Ball listed. Thursday Lucky for Life numbers 19 20 36 42 47 with life field 12. Fees noted for some draws.
Journal-World invites readers to report errors
The Journal-World asks readers to report significant errors by calling 785-832-7154 or emailing news ljworld.com. The notice explains the newspaper’s policy to correct errors and directs readers to contact editors for corrections.
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KU Athletics enforces new security and clear bag rules for kickoff
KU Athletics implemented measures to comply with the Kansas Personal and Family Protection Act including metal detectors and guards to prevent guns inside facilities. Fans encountered longer lines but were directed to faster gates for KU's Saturday game against Central Michigan at 3 p.m. The department may adjust processes after reviews.
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