Man designs own prosthetic leg amid debate on aid
Rubottom, living in Lawrence since 2005, lost his leg to amputation after osteomyelitis. He advocates DIY prosthetics to avoid government aid, citing an $800 parts cost versus professional prices from $7,000 to $70,000. Experts warn DIY prosthetics are impractical and costly, but he remains hopeful the online community will help.
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Former priest says he wasn’t trying to flee
John M. Fiala 51, a former Catholic priest arrested in Lawrence on a Texas warrant for four counts of sex crimes against children, told a judge he did not intend to flee. He said he was open about his location and had not tried to hide from justice. He faces a Sept. 14 hearing in Douglas County on extradition with a $100,000 cash bond.
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City weighs trash service options after rate rise and curbside recycling change
At City Hall officials consider how to respond to about a 30 percent landfill rate increase and Deffenbaugh Industries new aggressive curbside recycling program in Lawrence. Hotel leaders may end street parties during KU game days after last weekend’s event drew interest mostly indoors. future outdoor events will be announced if revived.
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Lawrence
Oread Hotel
Kansas University
Oread 12Th
Indiana
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