Engineering Pharmacy shines in KU enrollment gains
KU reports a 2.8 percent fall to 28,718 students, with the School of Pharmacy up 11.8 percent to 655 and Engineering at a 29-year high with 2,549 undergraduates. Other schools mostly declined, including Architecture Design and Planning 6.9 percent drop and Education 6.4 percent.
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City task force eyes two city carts for every home
A city-appointed group moved toward recommending that all single family households be required to use two city-issued plastic wheeled carts for trash and recycling. The plan plans phased changes and includes optional stickers for excess trash to raise fees. Mayor Cromwell urged partner participation for success.
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Lawrence alums to join Hall of Honor in ceremony
Four graduates from Liberty Memorial High and Lawrence High will be inducted into their schools Hall of Honor next month. Inductees include Gene Burnett 1937 Law Memorial, Judith Harmony 1961 Lawrence High, Roberta Smith 1965 Lawrence High, and Dick Stan wix 1949 Liberty Memorial. The Lawrence Lions Alumni Association notes the group reflects diverse achievements across business science art and police service.
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Job seekers with felonies pushed down job ladder
Shaun Hittle reports in this series on the local job market. Kara Martin the 33 year old Lawrence woman says a July felony conviction for identity theft has stopped her from getting interviews. Probation officer Steve Willis notes the job market limits ex offenders options as employers pick from applicants without felonies. Michael Birzer of Wichita State University argues employment is key to preventing re offending and keeping people out of the criminal justice system.
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Sunny and Breezy Forecast for Today
The forecast calls for sunny skies and light to brisk breeze across the region. High near 78 degrees with a cooler night expected as temperatures dip to around 44. Widespread sunshine expected. no rain sighted today.
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