KBA approves 1.6M in new biotech investments
Kansas Bioscience Authority executive committee authorizes up to 1.6 million in investments for two Kansas City area firms. Novita Therapeutics receives 600k for equity to advance arteriovenous fistula and other device work while Innara Health gets 1 million under a royalty based convertible note to fund NTrainerSystem sales, trials, and operations. Both are co-investments matching outside funds.
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STEAM Movement Expands Arts Education in Lawrence
Lawrence Arts Center expands STEAM curriculum tying science and art through projects in Greek, Renaissance and modern methods. Programs run in summer and during School's Out camps with events Monsters Academy of Higher Learning on Nov 1 and Comic Con on Nov 7-8. Enroll via the center's website or at 940 New Hampshire St. or call 843-2787.
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Suspects Sought After High-Speed Lawrence Pursuit
Lawrence police continue pursuing leads after a Sunday night pursuit involving multiple agencies. The vehicle fled from an officer in the 1700 block of Harper Street, exited the city, and later four tires were disabled by spike strips. Occupants fled on foot and were picked up by a second vehicle. Several agencies assisted, including Douglas County Sheriff, Kansas Highway Patrol, and Eudora Police Department. One trooper was struck by a bottle but not injured. Authorities have no identifications to release yet.
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Lawrence Schools Weigh Tying With Chamber After Bond Vote
Lawrence school board debates joining forces with the Chamber after approving a 92.5 million bond that included a new facility. Superintendent Rick Doll emphasizes public trust over changes, while chamber plans for an adult training center aim to attract new industry and 250 to 300 jobs, with Douglas County concerns about losing projects.
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Lawrence district and Chamber discuss shared career center plan
Greg Williams of the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce pitches a joint venture to build an educational facility with the school district. The plan contemplates land acquisition by the Chamber or another entity and deed transfer to the district. The district would offer health sciences, machine technology, computer networking, and commercial construction courses. the Chamber would provide customized employer-tailored training. The school board aims to decide in weeks with construction set to begin spring 2014 for a 2015 opening.
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