K-10 Connector: a shared funding challenge and success
The K-10 Connector links KU, Johnson County Community College, and KU Edwards Campus, serving about 120 000 riders yearly at 3 50 per fare. Johnson County seeks 330 000 funding for 2017. Lawrence funds 120 000 and may resist further increases without updated ridership data.
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Old Home Town in 1866 from Daily Kansas Tribune
Reprinted excerpt from September 4 1866 issue critiquing Southern exodus of sympathizers with the Union. The piece notes few newspapers published, heavy emigration from Louisiana, and mocks rebels for war losses and ruined aims. Ends with quote about experience as a dear school and a plug for Lawrence history.
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Vin Scully the Dodgers voice 88 and still going
George Will profiles Vin Scully, longtime Dodgers broadcaster, praising his craft and storytelling. The piece notes Scully's 67 years since leaving New York, his iconic voice, and his role as a unifying, gentle presence in baseball's history as he nears the end of his broadcasting career.
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Letters to the Editor Submission Guidelines
Instructions for letters to the Journal-World require 250 words or fewer, avoid name calling, and be free of libel. All letters must be signed with the writer’s name, address and telephone. Only name and city will be published, but the paper uses the number for verification. Submissions may be mailed to P.O. Box 888, Lawrence KS 66044 or emailed to letters@ljworld.com.
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Sex sells as bikini baristas spark debate across eras
George Gurley notes the bikini espresso trend draws attention with scanty outfits, touching on prostitution cases and public reactions. He traces fashion shyness from Victorian legs to burkinis and laments modern marketing’s shock value, linking past codes to today’s risqué venues.
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