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Lawrence City Commission to discuss reducing penalties for marijuana possession
Lawrence city commissioners will soon consider whether the city should decrease its penalties for marijuana possession, which can include up to a $1,000 fine and mandatory drug counseling for first-time offenders. As part of its work session Tuesday, the commission…
Amtrak vows to keep the Southwest Chief rolling through Colorado, Kansas and New Mexico — at least for another year
Amtrak is vowing to keep its historic Southwest Chief train route rolling — as-is — through Colorado, Kansas and New Mexico for at least another year following pressure from Congress. The national rail carrier was considering suspending rail service between…
Looking to improve accommodations for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians alike, Lenexa kicks off Complete Streets program
Lenexa is embarking on a study of its streets, sidewalks and trails to develop a blueprint for future transportation infrastructure. Lenexa and Olsson & Associates hosted an open house Wednesday, Oct. 3, at Lenexa Public Market to kick off the…
Barton County Commissioners sign off on legislative agendas; tax lid at top of list
Barton County is a member of both the Kansas Association of Counties and the Kansas Legislative Policy Group. Both organizations have established their Legislative Policy Statements for the upcoming legislative session. Barton County Administrator Phil Hathcock presented what the KAC…
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