County reports two new West Nile cases in 2005
Kansas health officials announced two additional West Nile virus cases in Douglas County bringing the year's total to five. A 61-year-old likely case and an 82-year-old confirmed case, identified only as from Douglas County, developed symptoms in late August. The KDHE urged mosquito bite protection amid widespread county cases across the state.
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Ridership Rises as City Bus System Attracts More Riders
City transit officials report an August ridership jump of 23 percent or 6 880 rides, averaging about 1 266 rides daily. Transit administrator Cliff Galante cites higher gasoline prices and greater community acceptance after nearly five years in operation as contributing factors.
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State Board Deadlocks Over Sex Education Policy
The Kansas State Board of Education failed to reach a decision on sex education, deadlocked 5-5 and keeping current local control policies in place. Chairman Steve Abrams said a rescheduled vote is likely next month as debates center on how students are enrolled in sex ed within broader health curriculum standards. The clash pits supporters led by Steve Abrams and opponents including Sue Gamble against a backdrop of district-level policy autonomy.
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Hurricane Katrina housing sought for Asian families
Lawrence Catholic priest Rev. Joseph Tung Dang is seeking temporary housing for at least five Asian families from Biloxi who lost homes. He has volunteers delivering supplies and asks for free rent shelter for five to seven members. Dang will contact local employers for job opportunities and has a contact number 749-2755.
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Contact Us Details for City Editor Mike Shields
City editor Mike Shields can be reached at 832-7154 or via email mshields jworld.com for news tips, assignments, and editorial inquiries.
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Honors under way for Constitution Day
This Constitution Day observance comes amid ongoing Supreme Court confirmation hearings. KU officials note the timing is ironic as Congress in 2004 required federally funded institutions to address constitutional issues, with Commentary from KU law professor Richard Levy. See 6News video at ljworld.com.
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The text presents the opening preamble stating aims to form a more perfect union establish justice insure domestic tranquility provide for common defense promote general welfare and secure the blessings of liberty for ourselves and our posterity as the Constitution of the United States.
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Baldwin district earns top rating for tax dollar use
A Standard & Poor's preliminary report rated 16 Kansas districts as highly resource effective for using tax dollars to meet academic goals. Baldwin district, along with Ark City Geary County Halstead Hays Hesston Lincoln Macksville Nickerson Renwick Rock Creek Scott County Spearville Stafford Vermillion and Wamego, were highlighted among districts with over 200 students. Principal Tom Mundinger said Baldwin City residents know the effort pays off and that efficient communication helps small districts like Baldwin City manage funds.
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Local pantries plead for supplies amid Katrina relief drive
Lawrence area food pantries report bare larders with canned corn and green beans. Officials urge donors to target local needs at pantries and second-hand stores. Salvation Army will not take hurricane goods but will accept items meeting local needs.
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