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To the editor: Lawrence residents need to be watchful of a data center’s proposal to offer De Soto residents “up to $1,000 annually in the form of property and utility tax credits to every household for 10 years” (see Josie Heimsoth’s Oct. 20 Journal-World article.) Should Lawrence ...
To the editor: Recent discussion of the potential use of STAR bonds to finance development in Lawrence has overlooked a specific type of facility that would fill a local need and draw in visitors: a multipurpose ice arena with a retractable floor that can accommodate concerts; trade shows; ...
To the editor: Editor Chad Lawhorn's proposals for obtaining $80 million from the STAR bond program make me question why we have to convince the state to give us our money. It involves imagining a plan that satisfies state qualifications. Do we need $80 million dollars? I think so. Can we ...
To the editor: It is time to decide. Do you want socialism or capitalism? In this election you will have to make a choice. Do you want to live in a land of opportunity where "the sky's the limit," or do you want to live with no hope for a better future? Are you OK with paying your ...
To the editor: I live in Lawrence, Kansas, and am represented by Tracey Mann and Roger Marshall. Although Lawrence and Western Kansas differ, agriculture connects us. I grew up on a Kansas farm and still maintain an ownership interest in our family farm. I understand the importance of keeping ...
To the editor: On nearly this same date in 1938, British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain returned to London from Munich waving a piece of paper signed by Adolf Hitler pledging permanent peace for Britain, Europe and the world. The price of peace was giving part of Czechoslovakia to ...