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Former Kansas Congressman Dennis Moore, remembered for decency and for ‘showing up,’ dies at 75
U.S. Rep. Dennis Moore served Kansas’ 3rd Congressional District from 1998 to 2010. Later, diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, he spoke out in support of more resources and research. Moore died Tuesday.
House members, domestic violence organization pressure Coleman to resign
Six women serving in the Kansas House and a statewide domestic violence organization Tuesday urged Democratic Rep. Aaron Coleman to resign immediately from the Legislature after he was arrested and charged with misdemeanor domestic battery.
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On top of $1B fallout from February cold snap, natural gas prices expected to climb this winter
After a historic cold snap depleted natural gas reserves in February, prices for heating could be as much as 30% higher this winter, prompting concerns about increasing bills for Kansas and Missouri customers.
It’s Election Day! Here’s what you need to know to vote
Today, the voters of Lawrence will elect three city commissioners and three school board members.
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Lawrence High student’s photos capture moldy biscuits, pink chicken on cafeteria trays
Spoiling biscuits, expired milk, soggy sandwiches, food that looks uncooked inside. Since the school year started, junior Gabriella Wakole and her friends have complained about the quality of food and lack of meal choices in the Lawrence High School cafeteria.
Anti-masker’s obscenity-laced tirade at Capitol erased from Legislature’s video of hearing
The 28 seconds of profane commentary by Justin Spiehs during a special legislative committee hearing on COVID-19 government overreach was cut from the publicly available video of oral testimony on the Legislature’s website and posted to YouTube.
Lawrence man, 85, killed in a second fatal crash on K-10 Monday
A Lawrence man was killed in a crash on Kansas Highway 10 between Lawrence and Eudora Monday morning, according to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office.
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From the Stacks: Unsolicited reading recommendations for Lawrence candidates
Here’s a series of unsolicited reading recommendations for Lawrence City Commission and Lawrence school board candidates, based on favorite books they shared with the Times.
August Rudisell/The Lawrence Times
Person killed in crash on exit ramp from K-10 into Lawrence
A person was killed in a single-vehicle crash on the exit ramp from westbound Kansas Highway 10 to 23rd Street outside of Lawrence Monday morning.
Ken Lassman
Kaw Valley Almanac for Nov. 1-7, 2021
With recent rains, puffball mushrooms have been popping up. These join a surprising variety of other fall mushrooms including chanterelles, pleurotis, lion’s mane and hen of the woods.
August Rudisell / The Lawrence Times
City of Lawrence prepares to open winter emergency shelters; volunteer support needed
As freezing temperatures draw ever closer, the city of Lawrence is preparing to provide emergency shelter for community members experiencing homelessness and houselessness.
Kansas state Rep. Coleman arrested, jailed on domestic violence allegation
State Rep. Aaron Coleman was booked into the Johnson County Jail on Sunday on suspicion of domestic battery.
Kansans fired from jobs for refusing COVID-19 vaccine may not qualify for unemployment aid
Holdouts who resist the vaccine for COVID-19, and don’t receive a religious or medical exception from their employer, should expect to be fired. There is no guarantee these people would qualify for unemployment compensation in Kansas.
August Rudisell/The Lawrence Times
Person injured in stabbing in Lawrence, scanner traffic indicates
Article updated at 10:07 p.m. Sunday: A person was injured in a stabbing in the 1500 block of Massachusetts Street early Sunday morning, police scanner traffic indicated.
Grim Reaper of COVID-19 vaccine skeptics takes swipe at government, drug companies, media
Carrie Wallace, of Eudora, stood out among people expressing outrage Saturday with imposition of a federal mandate for government employees and contractors to be vaccinated for COVID-19 and the intense pressure campaign to compel inoculation of children.
Jordan Winter/The Lawrence Times
Pastor Verdell Taylor leaves 26-year legacy at Lawrence’s historic St. Luke AME Church
Since 1995, Verdell Taylor has been the pastor at St. Luke AME Church, an East Lawrence entity with a deep history intertwined with the civil rights movement. After his recent retirement, he is “turning the page for the next chapter.”
Kansas attorney general tells ‘overreach’ panel he will challenge federal vaccine mandate
Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt told lawmakers Friday he plans to file a lawsuit challenging President Joe Biden’s vaccine requirement for employees of federal contractors.
Where to find spooky events and activities this weekend in Lawrence
As we head into Halloweekend, Lawrence offers plenty of ways to celebrate Halloween, from concerts and culture to contests and candy.
Heather Hazzan / SELF Magazine
Shipments of COVID-19 shots for kids 5-11 on the way to states after FDA gives green light
Regulators at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday granted emergency authorization to Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for 5- to 11-year-olds, a step that means kid-sized doses can begin shipping to healthcare providers across the country.
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Sunset Hill teacher draws inspiration from students in quest to complete New York City Marathon
Even though she’s never run a full marathon before, Sunset Hill Elementary PE teacher Stephanie Dickson has no doubt in her mind she’ll finish all 26.2 miles on Nov. 7 in New York City.
Justice Department launches program to keep redlining out of Kansas
A new program in Kansas backed by the U.S. Department of Justice aims to identify and snuff the illegal practice of denying a creditworthy applicant a loan for housing in certain neighborhoods. The large gap in homeownership rates between white and Black families is greater today than it was before the passage of the Fair Housing Act.
Tim Carpenter/Kansas Reflector
Environmental advocates say Evergy can shutter two more coal plants within decade
Evergy can retire two more coal-burning power plants within the decade without sacrificing affordability or massively increasing rates, environmental advocates say in a new report.
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Community nominations open for Lawrence school district employees who show dedication to their craft
A $5,000 prize awaits the winner of the Lawrence Schools Foundation’s 2021 Dedication to Education Award. The honoree’s check will arrive just in time for the holidays and winter break, but the foundation must receive the nomination by Nov. 30.
Lawrence municipal services workers vote to join Teamsters
The 85 workers responsible for Lawrence’s infrastructure, street maintenance, engineering and more have voted by more than a 4-1 margin to unionize with Teamsters Local 696.
