Lawrence school board approves 2017 2018 teacher contract
Lawrence school board unanimously approved a 2017 2018 contract with district teachers. The package includes a 6 percent salary funding increase totaling 3.15 million dollars and a higher fringe benefit contribution of 20.12 dollars per employee. The base pay for first year teachers rises to 40040 dollars, aimed at recruiting and retaining staff amid competition from nearby districts.
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Kansas inspectors failed to follow up on nursing home problems
A federal inspector general report says Kansas verified correction on only 48 of 100 deficiencies found in 79 nursing homes in 2014. Many plans were not tested for effectiveness, and inspectors were short in number with 13 vacancies among 69 inspector roles. The report urges tighter follow up and data protections, while KDADS says changes were made to enforce evidence of addressed issues and prevent data loss. Governor Brownback and lawmakers weigh response and funding.
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State OKs 230K for KU Med raises in budget
Gov Brownback and lawmakers approved 230000 more from the general fund to cover pay increases at KU Medical Center in Kansas City. The plan adds 2.5 percent raises for staff under five years and 5 percent for longer‑tenured employees, with an earlier undercount adjusted after university review. They also approved 150000 for Texas disaster relief costs by the state fire marshal, to be reimbursed by FEMA.
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Boy, 12, shot accidentally at Mud Creek Park
Lawrence police investigated an accidental shooting at Mud Creek Park in Leavenworth County where a 12 year old boy dropped a firearm during target practice. The gun discharged injuring his arm and he was taken to a Kansas City area hospital. Details on the gun and injuries were not released.
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