Octaginta Autumn Classic bike events planned in Lawrence
Lawrence cyclists are invited to the 20th Octaginta Autumn Classic on Oct 6 to 8. A 17 mile moonlight ride starts Oct 6 at 9 p.m. from South Park bandsstand, with a Tour de Country Brunch Ride Oct 7 from Haskell Indian Junior College at 8 a.m. and an 80 mile ride Oct 8 through Douglas and Jefferson counties.
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Kan Sas University Invitational at Allen Fieldhouse
The women's volleyball schedule centers on an all day Kan Sas University Invitational hosted at Allen Fieldhouse featuring multiple teams competing across the day.
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Allen Fieldhouse
Reappraisal to cut motor vehicle taxes in Douglas County
Douglas County may lose more than 2 million in motor vehicle tax receipts next year with city of Lawrence and county each facing over 400000 in curtailed revenues. Officials say options include seeking legislative changes or allowing higher general property taxes. McKenzie notified commissioners after the plan to revalue real estate pushes mill levies down, affecting 1990 motor vehicle tax figures for 1991 budgets.
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Lawrence
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McKenzie
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Kelly Arnold
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Hearing Likely Delayed in Lawrence Killing Case
An attorney for drifter John William, 27, accused in the death of a Lawrence boy last summer is expected to file today to delay the mental competency hearing. The Douglas County District Court spokesman said the hearing will likely be continued until Oct 31. William faces charges of first degree murder or felony murder and a felony count of aggravated kidnapping.
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U.S. Highway 40
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Walker Won’t Run Mate in 1990 Campaign for Hayden
Lt. Gov. Jack Walker announced he will not be Gov. Mike Hayden's running mate in 1990, calling it a personal decision made with his wife. He said Hayden will be re-elected regardless of the ticket and that no listed names pose a serious threat. Also reported, James Paddock ordered William competent to stand trial. William’s six month commitment to Larned State Hospital expires Saturday after William was found incompetent in the slaying of Richard Settlemyre.
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Mike Hayden
Walker
Hayden
Douglas County
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Larned State Hospital
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Larned
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Kansas
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Kansas River
Valleyview seeks license change to skilled nursing facility
Douglas County commissioners move to license Valleyview as a skilled nursing facility, expanding Medicaid reimbursement potential and allowing the county to diversify care. The move updates the 61 bed facility from intermediate care and follows advisory board recommendations. They also modify bed reserve charges when beds are available and consider future management via a proposed municipal corporation.
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Valleyview
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McKenzie
Faye McAfee
Nursing Home
Mike Amyx
Commission
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