Lawrence school facilities plan sparks debate over bonds and closings
Lawrence community weighs seven DLR Group proposals for elementary and three junior high schools costing 29.5 to 47.5 million and 23.5 to 37.7 million while considering upgrades for Free State and Lawrence Alternative High School. Voters face a potential bond election amid state funding cuts. officials urge open, balanced discussion to serve all Lawrence students.
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Hagel questions policy on Iraq and war options
Washington March 1999 Hagel senator asks tough questions about invading Iraq and postwar governance seeking clear objectives allies and consequences. He urges Congress to demand answers on Afghanistan ties Israel Palestine and India Pakistan before any vote.
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Old Home Town tour invites international travel agency officers
A Kansas tourism effort aimed at drawing foreign visitors planned a special Lawrence event on October 1, featuring 25 travel agency officials from Europe, South America, India, Israel, Turkey, and the Far East. The 1902 Lawrence World noted the emotional bond people have with dogs, citing a Kansas City dog loss story.
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Public Forum Seeks Support for Steve Jansen
Sarah Plinsky urges Douglas County leaders and the Historical Society to back Steve Jansen, praising his 30 years enriching Lawrence’s history and asking attendees to attend a 3 p.m. meeting at the Watkins Community Museum to voice support or concern.
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Kansas football pacing prompts old school crowd nostalgia
A reader questions KU football scheduling and coach pay while lamenting the loss of traditional 1:30 pm Saturday games, men’s swimming, and tennis. The letter advocates restoring these programs and comments on public forum manners and the Lawrence Trafficway discussion.
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Mike Elwell
Lawrence
Out with old? Muse um board praised by writer
Mary Berg argues in a letter that the Watkins Community Museum of History faces a $100000 reserve decline over 12 years due to old building repairs and calls for a new board to lead fundraising. She blames the management committee and criticizes Dr Jansen and current directors, urging public poling and donor to withhold until governance changes.
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Marnie Argersinger
Dr. Jansen
Steve Jansen
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