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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 2008
Page
2
Keith Campbell Douglas County Elections Deputy notes ballots count even if a voter skips the presidential race. Voters are not required to vote in every race. The practice, called under voting, is common in Kansas.
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Citizens of Lawrence share views on the new roundabouts. Robert Hurst says they work like a four way stop and are easy. Deana Bowen remains unsure in some cases. Vinh Nguyen favors roundabouts for saving time as he yields through intersections.
Western Lawrence embraces roundabouts at Legends and Research Parks to slow traffic and reduce crashes while opponents argue they suit big cities more than a town of 100 000. Officials cite safer entry points, fewer conflict points, and lower costs than signals as justification for planned installations through 2011.
Gas increasingly used to keep tires inflated longer and cut maintenance. Owners cite slight fuel efficiency gains and fewer inflation losses, with costs $3 to $5 per tire for first fill and free refills after. Airlines and military usage noted. RMA warns inflations should be checked monthly.
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