2nd Congressional District candidates clash over big business ties
Democratic challenger Tobias Schlingensiepen accuses incumbent Lynn Jenkins of taking hundreds of thousands from banks and insurance firms and voting against the Dodd Frank law. Jenkins calls the claim political. Schlingensiepen cites support for regulation as key to preventing future bailouts. The campaign notes Jenkins has drawn about 610000 from financial interests since her term began.
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Covered patios become key feature in Fall Parade of Homes
Area residents can preview home trends at the Fall Parade of Homes with focus on outdoor living spaces like covered patios and decks. Builders note buyers seek usable outdoor areas, while interiors showcase granite countertops hardwood floors and stainless appliances. Parade runs noon to five Saturday Sunday and Oct 6 7 with 164900 to 372500 price range. full list at lawrenceparade.com.
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Kansas doctors split liver to save two lives
Surgeons at Kansas University Hospital performed a six hour dual liver transplant by dividing a single donor liver. Pamela Lawson, 5 feet 4 inches, 129 pounds, received one lobe while a second recipient, a 60 year old Kansas woman, also benefited. The operation marks a regional first and underscores the organ shortage, with 16,000 to 17,000 nationwide waiting and about 6,000 donations yearly.
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