KU partners with AT&T to boost campus mobile network
KU and AT&T form a contract to install a campus wide network of small antenna systems across Kansas University's campus. The plan aims to cover 95 percent of the 9 million square feet of indoor space including areas inside thick stone walls, with eventual access for other carriers and improved data upload and download for campus users.
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102 New Americans Take the Oath at Dole Institute
102 people from 40 countries took the oath to become American citizens Tuesday at the Dole Institute of Politics. Ayak Mawin of South Sudan, 38, wearing a gold dress, said she finally became a citizen after two previous applications and plans to travel and pursue new opportunities. Mawin has lived in the United States 15 years and now resides in Olathe.
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City backs shelter loan with terms to study further
Lawrence City Commission supported a 725000 loan for the Lawrence Community Shelter after shelter leaders warned a funding shortfall could jeopardize operations. Officials said renovation costs exceeded estimates by about 600000, creating a 625000 short-term loan due later this year and a 100000 added expense.
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Davis launches campaign for Kansas governor run
Lawrence attorney and House Minority Leader Paul Davis officially began his bid for governor on Tuesday. He vows a moderate coalition to fix state problems, citing budget cuts to schools, rising tuition and taxes. Davis, 41, announced via Facebook and Twitter, criticizing the Brownback era while Kansas Republicans tout Gov. Brownback’s pro growth record.
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Fingerprinting Teachers Proposed by State Board
The Kansas State Board of Education plans mandatory fingerprinting and background checks for all currently licensed teachers and administrators. This measure aims to strengthen professional screening and credential verification across schools.
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