Douglas County approves off-site isolation for homeless shelters
Douglas County commissioners voted unanimously to issue an emergency public health order enabling noncongregate shelter options. The policy directs county support for off-site isolation locations such as hotels and motels for people who test positive for COVID-19, assisting shelters and agencies serving the homeless. Emergency Management Director Robert Bieniecki said the resource remains needed in the community.
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The Ballad of Black Jack musical evolves over decades
By Kim Callahan the Ballad of Black Jack, a Bleeding Kansas themed show, has circulated for about fifty years. First seen at Baker University in the 1970s, later productions varied with new songs, new characters, and longer or shorter running times.
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Fatal Shooting on Kentucky Street Prompts Suspect Search
A man was shot in the 1500 block of Kentucky Street around 7:15 pm on Wednesday. Police sought a suspect who fled the scene as emergency crews arrived. the victim died before an air ambulance could reach the scene, according to Lt. David Ernst.
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Kansas lawmakers face nonprofit challenge over voting law
Two national nonprofit groups argued that a new Kansas law bars out of state groups from mailing advance ballot applications. The state says the groups caused a flood of duplicate applications in 2020. Judge Kathryn Wraltil did not decide on a preliminary injunction and set October 8 for further arguments.
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