Immigrant volunteer aids inmates at Douglas County Jail
Kofi Boye-Doe from Ghana moved to Kansas in 2003 with his family. He earned multiple degrees and now volunteers at the Douglas County Jail co-facilitating the Stinkin' Thinkin' class to help inmates start over after release. His work earned a nomination for a local volunteer award.
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Spotlight on Douglas County United Way Volunteers
Micki Chestnut, director of communications for the United Way of Douglas County, oversees features highlighting local volunteers and charities supported by the United Way, showcasing community impact and ongoing efforts.
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Chamber urges joint teched center with school district
Lawrence Chamber of Commerce leader Greg Williams proposed pooling resources for an adult technical training facility and urged the district to co locate a new College and Career Center near 31st Street and Haskell Avenue. A public forum at Lawrence High drew about 50 attendees as the district seeks feedback.
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Westar seeks 31.7 million rate hike in Kansas
Westar Energy asks the Kansas Corporation Commission to approve a 31.7 million rate increase affecting about 700000 customers across eastern and central Kansas. The plan would shift costs from large industrial users and include low income and startup business relief to fund 1.2 billion in EPA compliance upgrades.
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