Lawrence sales tax up 2.7 percent through August
Lawrence year to date sales tax collections show a 2.7 percent increase versus a year ago, behind last year’s 5.5 percent surge. The city credits past major retailers like Menards but notes growth has slowed, while planning for a potential south Lawrence shopping center to boost revenue. Projected 2017 city sales taxes could reach about $25.4 million, creating roughly a $1.5 million surplus versus budget.
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Volunteers sought to clear snow for seniors in Lawrence
The Safe Winter Walkways program pairs volunteers with older or disabled residents to shovel public sidewalks. A joint effort by the City of Lawrence and the Senior Resource Center for Douglas County, the program urges advance sign up with a Nov. 17 registration deadline. Groups are encouraged to join as teams and contact Larry Woydziak for details. Participants may register at lawrenceks.org or by calling 832 3338.
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Two Motorcyclists In Fatal DUI Crash Near Lawrence
The driver Heafey faced an amended accident report showing a blood alcohol content of .198 after a July 16 wreck on North 1550 Road. Victim Jesse del Campo Jr., 56, of Lawrence, had a .153 BAC and died. Heafey’s arraignment is set for Oct. 18. both riders were helmetless. Del Campo operated the Slow Ride Roadhouse.
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Vandal damages Native church. cross damaged during late-night incident
A vandal struck a Native American church tied to the Oklahoma Indian Missionary Conference between 10 p.m. Wednesday and 8 a.m. Thursday. The cross and gutter were damaged after the attacker used a bench to access the roof and possibly an electric saw. Investigators request tips at 785-843-TIPS or 785-832-7509. The church continues to host activities and even held a taco sale during repairs.
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City weighs action against nuisance bars amid shootings
City officials, including Commissioner Soden, debate using the local liquor license as leverage to curb bars tied to violence near Club Magic and Last Call. Last Call lost its state license in 2007 over drugs. a 2013 shooting near Club Magic and trafficking convictions for two managers are cited. The panel also considers a new fund balance policy from 15–30 percent to 25 percent, at City Hall.
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Lawrence Journal-World Publisher Contact Details
The Lawrence Journal World lists contact numbers for departments including Arts and Entertainment government: County government Courts and crime: Datebook Lawrence schools Letters to the editor Local news Obituaries Photo reprints Society Sports University of Kansas and subscription lines. It notes published daily by Ogden Newspapers of Kansas LLC at 645 New Hampshire Street Lawrence KS 66044 with main phone 843 1000 and toll free 800 578 8748 and provides a post office box for address changes.
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Lottery draw snippets and numbers listed
Saturday Powerball numbers were 6 20 29 57 59 with power ball 22. Friday Mega Millions numbers were 4 5 14 26 73 with mega ball 14. Saturday Hot Lotto Sizzler numbers were 5 19 24 36 41 with hot ball 9.
Uae Lawrence Memorial Hospital Reports No Births
Lawrence Memorial Hospital in UAE reported no births on Monday. The brief update notes a quiet day in the maternity unit with no newborn arrivals recorded.
Journal-World policy on correcting significant errors
The Journal-World states its policy to correct all significant errors brought to the editors’ attention. Readers are instructed to call 832-7154 or email news ljworld.com if they believe an error has occurred.
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