Man bound on murder charge after two-day preliminary hearing
Washington was bound over by Judge Robert Fairchild on first degree murder and related charges after a two-day preliminary hearing. Testimony cited Washington's account of a volatile relationship with the victim Justina Mosso and police findings including a fingerprint under a toilet tank lid and DNA under Mosso's nails. Washington remains jailed on 750000 bail and is due in court October 15 to enter a plea.
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KPERS audit flags fake district work for union leaders
The Kansas KPERS report found teachers who also lead unions appeared to earn service credits for district work, a practice KPERS planned to address. KPERS cited 7 cases among 154,000 active members, while districts like Lawrence report union presidents as full time and receive district pay and benefits, prompting debate over rule changes.
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R-Tyro
Post
Alan Conroy
Lawrence
David Reber
Lawrence Education Association
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David Cunnningham
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Brownback touts KPERS health with possible 401(k) shift
Gov. Sam Brownback says Kansas public pension KPERS is in solid shape and hints at changes such as adopting a 401(k) style plan for new teachers and workers. He spoke at a Friday news conference after Kansas sold $1 billion in bonds to help close a $9.5 billion funding gap over 18 years.
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Topeka
Sam Brownback
Kansas
Kansas Public Employees Retirement System
Brownback
KPERS
Ivory the Pit Bull seeks a Lawrence home
Ivory, a darling Pit Bull Terrier mix from Ivory’s hometown of Columbus, Kansas, has traveled to Lawrence hoping to find a loving home. She takes treats well and enjoys hot dogs. Contact us to meet her and arrange a meeting.
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Kansas
Ivory
Lawrence
Huey the Brown Tabby Cat Ready for Homes
Huey is a 6 year old domestic short hair with brown tabby markings. He was shy at first but has warmed up with time. Look in the Cat Adept room for a big brown paper bag with a tail sticking out. Huey will settle in nicely once in a home of his own.
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Gracie Rose
Catopia
Huey
Layla and Hip Hop Shelter Adopts Pending Here
Layla is a sweet Pit Bull mix about 1 year old with a black and white coat who warms to cuddles and would thrive with a family. Hip Hop, a stray rabbit about 2 years old, is friendly with dogs and children, enjoys handling, and must go home in a carrier with care.
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Layla
Blanco
Lego
Flint Guinea Pigs at Shelter Ready for Adoption
The Flint shelter highlights a selection of Guinea Pigs for families, including a single friendly rescue named Flint who prefers to be the only guinea pig. A few paired pairs are also available for double the fun. Prospective adopters are urged to research and visit, bringing a carrier or buying one onsite.
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