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Staff Reports
April 22, 2013
Business briefcase for April 22, 2013.
Local emergency responders prepared for the worst
By Giles Bruce
April 18, 2013
The explosion at a Texas fertilizer plant that killed as many as 15 people and injured more than 160 Wednesday night caused many Americans to wonder “what if that occurred in my area?” In Douglas County, emergency responders have plans in place in the event the worst does happen. By Giles Bruce
Not all last-minute tax filers are procrastinators
By Giles Bruce
April 15, 2013
When asked why he waited until April 15 to do his taxes this year, Lawrence factory worker Victor Roman didn’t procrastinate in giving his answer. “Procrastination,” he said. He’s not alone. Many Americans put off filing their tax returns until Tax Day, which was Monday. According to the Internal Revenue Service, about one-third of tax filers don’t even begin the process until April, with the majority of those waiting to file until the last few days. It’s not always because of laziness or forgetfulness, though. By Giles Bruce
Industry, beauty and antiques collide at North Lawrence corner
By Sara Shepherd
April 15, 2013
It’s hard to miss the North Lawrence vintage home decor shops. Past the muffler shop, through the billowing dust cloud by the grain elevator, parallel to the whistling train rumbling by on the tracks, the cluster of picture-perfect shops with elegant signs and windows full of pretties sticks out like a sore thumb — or more like a shiny jewel. By Sara Shepherd
Douglas County land transfers for the week ending April 8, 2013
By Chad Lawhorn
April 12, 2013
Land transfers for the week ending April 8, 2013, as recorded by the Douglas County Register of Deeds.
Lawrence meeting churns ideas for new Arts Industries Commission
By Sara Shepherd
April 11, 2013
Collecting public input to help draft a strategic plan for the new Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission was the goal of a meeting Thursday night in Lawrence. Not surprisingly, “Go back to the way things were when Kansas funded the arts” was a common theme. By Sara Shepherd
The perfect wedding invitation: Bride following etiquette will help guests follow suit
By Sara Shepherd
April 8, 2013
Can I bring my kids? What do I wear? This venue’s in the middle of nowhere — how do I get there? All those envelopes, inserts and fancy-sounding phrases on the wedding invitation that just arrived in the mail? Take note. These aren’t just stuffy old traditions that serve no purpose — they hold many of the clues you need to be a faux pas-free wedding guest. By Sara Shepherd
Land transfers for the weeks ending March 11 through March 25, 2013
March 29, 2013
Land transfers from the Douglas County Register of Deeds Office.
Some restaurants charging for tables during tournament
By Sara Shepherd
March 29, 2013
When March Madness hits Lawrence, they’ve been known to commandeer tables for half a day, ordering water and free chip refills to secure a good seat for the big game. These so-called campers are the target of a new policy some Lawrence sports bars are enforcing for big tournament games: paying for tables. By Sara Shepherd
Local businesses hope for deep run by Jayhawks
By Giles Bruce
March 28, 2013
Besides Kansas University fans and students, there’s another group hoping the men’s basketball team does well in this year’s NCAA tournament: local businesses. Lawrence sports bars, liquor stores and sports merchandisers are rooting for the Jayhawks to win for what it will mean to the university and city, but also their bottom line. By Giles Bruce
At some sports bars, best seats in the house don’t come free
By Sara Shepherd
March 28, 2013
When March Madness hits Lawrence, they’ve been known to commandeer tables for half a day, ordering water and free chip refills to secure a good seat for the big game. These so-called campers are the target of a new policy some Lawrence sports bars are enforcing for big tournament games: paying for tables. By Sara Shepherd
Rise and shine: Lunch and dinner spots give breakfast a shot
By Sara Shepherd
March 28, 2013
A handful of downtown Lawrence restaurants that are better known for their lunch, dinner and even live music scenes have started dabbling in breakfast. Especially with popular breakfast-specific restaurants nearby, it’s a tough meal to break into. But each hopes unique menu items paired with the usual morning favorites will get more people in the door. By Sara Shepherd
Wonder Fair announces secret ‘adventure’ to celebrate anniversary
Staff Reports
March 24, 2013
To celebrate its fifth anniversary, Wonder Fair is planning a community-driver art event befitting of its reputation as one of Lawrence’s best-kept secrets. On Friday the small, upstairs art gallery, shop and studio at 803 1/2 Massachusetts St. will kick off a month-long “art adventure.”
KU, LMH partner for pilot program to decrease hospital readmissions
By Meagan Thomas
March 12, 2013
Being released after hospitalization doesn’t always mean the patient is back to normal health and often patients with chronic diseases are re-hospitalized within the same month. Lawrence Memorial Hospital and the Kansas University School of Social Welfare Office of Aging and Long Term Care are conducting a pilot program to see if they can decrease that number and increase the overall quality of life for patients living with chronic diseases. By Meagan Thomas
Lawrence Memorial Hospital, KU Med prepared for ‘nightmare bacteria,’ officials say
By Matt Erickson
March 8, 2013
Officials at area hospitals say they’ve seen very few infections from “nightmare bacteria” that prompted national warnings earlier this week, and they’re doing everything they can to keep it that way. By Matt Erickson
Lawrence Chamber endorses school bond proposal
By Peter Hancock
March 1, 2013
The Lawrence Chamber of Commerce board of directors voted to endorse the proposed $92.5 million bond issue for local schools. Voters will decide on the bond issue April 2. By Peter Hancock
LMH named one of the country’s top 100 hospitals in new independent review
Staff Reports
12:50 p.m., February 28, 2013 Updated 05:29 p.m.
Lawrence is home to one of the top 100 hospitals in the country, according to a new report.
Business briefcase
Staff Reports
February 25, 2013
Business briefcase for Feb.25, 2013.
Douglas County officials keeping close eye on property tax legislation
By Peter Hancock
February 24, 2013
A bill pending in the Kansas Legislature could remove a large amount of commercial and industrial property from the tax rolls. But Douglas County officials say they can’t tell yet how big of an impact it would have locally. By Peter Hancock.

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