New advocacy group plans forum on proposed rec center
Madre Lawrence announces a 6:30 p.m. Monday forum at the Lawrence Public Library to discuss a $24 million proposed recreation center. The event favors open discussion rather than a formal city presentation, as organizers push for broader public input on City Hall issues.
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Electric carts to power Eagle Bend course opens bid phase
City commissioners approved a four year lease for sixty two electric golf carts and eight utility carts for Eagle Bend Golf Course at fifty six thousand seven hundred fourteen dollars per year with an estimated thirteen to fifteen thousand dollars yearly fuel savings. Startup costs near thirty five thousand dollars accompany a larger charging station upgrade. The carts are due January and officials expect a quieter ride and slightly higher top speeds. The piece also notes a Sears Hometown opening near 23rd and Iowa, with shelves stocked and an opening forecast around a week.
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Secretary Kobach backs Douglas County voter ID initiative
Douglas County employees visit nursing homes to verify residents IDs for voting. If lacking, photos are taken, paperwork processed, and IDs returned. Kris Kobach supports the system as valid government issued ID. Critics warn elderly and low income Kansans may struggle to obtain IDs before Election Day.
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