Kennedy School kindergarten teacher wins Horizon Award
Lauren Mitchell, in her second year at Kennedy School, is honored as the Lawrence school district Horizon Award winner for extraordinary promise. Principal Cris Anderson praises her innovation and dedication while Superintendent Rick Doll calls her a natural teacher.
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County moves to cap towing charges after accidents
Douglas County commissioners endorse a plan to cap basic towing fees and per mile charges for accident responders. An advisory panel led by Commissioner Jim Flory studied options in other Kansas cities and sought input from local towing firms. The rule aims to reduce bills seen by residents, with potential tow costs dropping from about 1110 dollars to around 200 dollars.
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Syria crisis tests next president's foreign policy tone
Trudy Rubin argues the Syria crisis exposes limits of Obama and Romney, urging arms to rebels to deter Iran and pressure Russia, while warning against risky outcomes. The piece considers sectarian fears, regional dynamics, and the need for a clear strategy beyond no good options.
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Be Vigilant About Theft at Royal Crest Lanes
Mary Ann Kieffer of Lawrence reports the theft of her son’s special need bowling shoes from Royal Crest Lanes. She urges vigilance against thieves in home, car, and purse snatchings, calling the weak targets. The letter condemns thieves and asks the public to feel guiltless in stealing from vulnerable individuals.
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Mary Ann Kieffer
Lawrence
Public Forum at Outdoor Aquatic Center critiques staffing and fees
Judy Green questions lifeguard staffing during a Public Forum at the Outdoor Aquatic Center from 5 to 8 p m and cites lifeguards and supervisors on site two days before Labor Day weekend She asks if the pool was staffed for the Pooch Plunge and laments potential admission revenue losses to surrounding pools while doubting the city's ability to fund a multi million dollar recreation center
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Judy Green
Lawrence
Pool forum letters question lifeguard claim before Labor Day
A reader challenges Mr. Vance’s assertion in the Public Forum that pool closures before Labor Day were caused by the absence of lifeguards after schools reopened. The letter criticizes the timing and rationale for the pool’s early closing.
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Walk Wisely Amid Evil Times Says Carl Burkhead
Carl Burkhead argues in a faith oriented exhortation that believers should walk wisely by obeying God’s standards and trusting Him amid today’s moral decline. He emphasizes Romans 8 28 29 and John 15 5 to stress dependence on Christ for fruitfulness and witness.
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Lawrence
Old Hometown Art from the Air Extravaganza Plan
A Lawrence event on September 20 offers rides in about a dozen private planes for seven dollars each 15 to 20 minutes over Stan Herd’s Sunflower Still Life sculpture with local jazz and the Ric Averill Players staging a Amelia Earhart play. Also notes 1912 bones found in Central Park linked to Quantrell raid history.
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Journal-World Letters Policy and Submission Rules
The Journal-World invites public forum letters under 250 words. Submissions may be edited without altering viewpoints. Include name address and phone number. Mail to Box 888 Lawrence Kansas 66044 or email letters ljworld.com.
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