Low-tech edition
Friday, March 31, 2006
More than 200 grandparents went back to school Friday. Prairie Park Elementary School's grandparent’s day gave generations of students and adults a chance to interact. With assignments to compare and contrast activities to see how the time have changed, to grandparent packets and books made by the students, the day was full of anything but a quiet classroom.
Friday, March 31, 2006
It's a tale of one dead body, a mysterious grave, a 48-hour deadline, the wild west and modern forensic science. A Douglas County court has just given a team of scientists permission to crack the case wide open.
Friday, March 31, 2006
Two Lawrence women are picketing in the nation's capital this week urging congress to impeach President Bush.
Friday, March 31, 2006
It's Tibetan music with a Kansas flair as local musicians prepare for an international fundraising effort. The world music benefit concert is a night of traditional Tibetan folk music by local talent.
Friday, March 31, 2006
A famous HIV/AIDS advocate and motivational speaker visits Haskell Indian Nations University. Lisa Tiger has spoken all over the country since being diagnosed with HIV in 1992. She is a member of the Muscogee Nation and is a descendant of the Creek Seminole and Cherokee Tribes.
Friday, March 31, 2006
Music sounded out on KU's campus Friday afternoon as Pride Week 2006 continues. Hundreds of students were out to watch more than just your typical Karaoke performance. The 13th annual Brown Bag Drag is part of the Queers and Allies sponsored Pride Week.
Friday, March 31, 2006
In three weeks, Justin Gatlin will be the man to beat at Memorial Stadium. The reigning 100-meter Olympic champion will run the anchor leg for his team in the 4x100-meter relay at the Kansas Relays.
Friday, March 31, 2006
The Kansas tennis team looks to add to its four match winning streak this weekend. Saturday the Jayhawks host Oklahoma, then on Sunday KU welcomes Iowa State. Amy Hall Holt's team is 9-6 on the season and ranked a season high 62nd in the Nation.
Friday, March 31, 2006
After knocking off number two Nebraska on Sunday, and number 13 Wichita State on Wednesday, the Kansas baseball team put its two game win streak on the line Friday night in the border showdown. Not only were the Jayhawks after their third straight win, Ritch Price's boys also had the task of protecting the University's overall lead in the border showdown standings.
Friday, March 31, 2006
Crystal Kemp ended her four-year career on the Kansas basketball team by taking the Jayhawks to the post season WNIT. As a senior, she led the Hawks in scoring with just under 19 points a game and rebounding with more than eight a contest.
Friday, March 31, 2006
Some tense moments for a truck driver Friday morning after a live power line briefly traps him in his semi. Emergency crews were called to the 1800 block of Massachusetts street jut after 9:45 a.m., when a power line was caught on a US Food service truck.
Friday, March 31, 2006
Haskell is hosting its first ever AIHEC Basketball tournament. The basketball tournament is one of the most contested events for the grouping of 37 tribal colleges who go head-to-head in competitions ranging from the knowledge bowl to traditional games.
Friday, March 31, 2006
Short-term fixes could soon be on the way to Northwest Lawrence, where concerns over sewer capacity have slowed building plans. City leaders and members of the development community sat down Friday afternoon to start the search for solutions.
Friday, March 31, 2006
TOPEKA — Kansas lawmakers adjourned their regular legislative session today.
Friday, March 31, 2006
Six probable cases of mumps have been reported in Douglas County in the past week and a half, officials at the Lawrence-Douglas County Health Department announced today.
Friday, March 31, 2006
There were some tense moments this morning for a truck driver — after a live power line briefly trapped him in his semi just south of Lawrence's downtown.
Friday, March 31, 2006
Put away your umbrella and pull out the shades — warm temperatures and sunny skies are on tap today, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
Thursday, March 30, 2006
As Thursday's storms rolled through the area a local family was thankful that their farm was spared this time around. The Pendleton's are still cleaning up from the March 12, microburst and they are trying to finish everything in time for their first day this season on Saturday.
Thursday, March 30, 2006
A Federal program that has helped hundreds of Lawrence's families in need turn their lives around is shutting down. Funding for the Even Start program is drying up, leaving dozens of parents trying to earn their GED's, wondering where they go from here.
Thursday, March 30, 2006
The Lawrence Home Builders Association is teaming up with Habitat for Humanity to build a house in just one week. 'Blitz Build' will add a new home on the corner of Homewood and Bullene in east Lawrence. The Home Builders Association will provide materials and labor to complete the project.
Thursday, March 30, 2006
KU Police says they've started recovering some of the thousands of dollars worth of men's basketball uniforms and warm-ups stolen last week from a locked trailer on campus. No arrests have been made, but a KU Police spokesman says several high school students are suspects.
Thursday, March 30, 2006
The trial for a former Community Living Opportunities employee charged with abusing a mentally challenged client is postponed Thursday. The defense attorney for 35-year-old Eric Wyatt asked for more time to look into other simiar incidents in Kansas that don't result in criminal charges.
Thursday, March 30, 2006
More than 200 people spend time behind bars today at the Eldridge Hotel. Thursday’s annual Lawrence Lockup for the Muscular Dystrophy Association brought in about $55 thousand. Every $600 raised sends one child to the Associations summer camp in Linwood.
Thursday, March 30, 2006
The Kansas City Royals continue to fine-tune their final roster. Thursday, KC found its backup outfielder and it suprisingly was not Aaron Gile. Instead, the position was awarded to Shane Costa.
Thursday, March 30, 2006
Although Jusin Gatlin may be the defending Olympic champion in the 100-meter dash, he likely won't be the fan favorite when he takes the track on April 22, in the Kansas Relays. That distinction belongs to former 100-meter world record holder, Maurice Greene.
Thursday, March 30, 2006
Thursday night we find out our High School Scholar Athlete of the Month. March's recipient, Zack Pistora, talks a good game on and off the court.
Thursday, March 30, 2006
It's not how you start, but how you finish. And if you watched Wedneday night's McDonald's All-American game in San Diego, its hard to not get excited about KU's signee Sheron Collins.
Thursday, March 30, 2006
A free short demo video of a documentary on Hurricane Katrina produced by local filmmakers will be premiered tonight in Lawrence.
Thursday, March 30, 2006
Sen. Journey, R-Haysville, discusses the concerns and implications of the new concealed carry law.
Thursday, March 30, 2006
The Senate today started work on school finance legislation under pressure from the Kansas Supreme Court to increase funding and under pressure from the clock as the end of the first part of the session neared.
Thursday, March 30, 2006
The Lawrence area has been pelted by heavy rain and pea-sized hail this afternoon, and more severe weather could be on the way, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
You can expect to hear more debate over the future rout of the South Lawrence Trafficway, now that state officials say they'll need federal funds to build it. Before the state can spend any federal funding, the highway administration must investigate all possible routes for the SLT and agree with the 32nd Street alignment.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
She's a 19-year-old multi-sport athlete with a big heart, but it was Jennifer McCue's actions off the court hat earned her a big honor earlier this month in Hays at the state basketball and cheerleading competition.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
On Saturday, Carol Alvarez lost almost everything — but gained the support of the Lawrence community.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
Lawrence city commissioners plan to hire a consultant to help them conduct a nationwide search for a new city manager.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
Crews began moving dirt today at West Junior High, making it the third school in the district under construction thanks to a $54 million bond issue passed by voters last year.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
“Making Do & Getting Through: KU Co-ops, Halls and Houses 1919-1966," a history of student housing at KU, is coming out next month, and author Fred McElhenie picked up the first bound copy today.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
The Tonganoxie baseball team is set to open a new season with a new head coach.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
An entire galaxy of track stars will be present for this year's Kansas Relay.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
Kansas got a shot at a ranked team while at home, and the baseball team made the most of the opportunity.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
Students in Free State High School’s choral program are busy with rehearsals for upcoming performances of “Encore.” The annual musical revue, directed by Pam Bushouse, will be at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday at the high school, 4700 Overland Drive. Tickets are $7 and can be purchased at the school and at both Hy-Vee locations, 4000 W. Sixth St. and 3504 Clinton Parkway.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
A stretch of road north of Lawrence with a history of serious traffic accidents in the scene of yet another wreck this afternoon.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
Crimes reported on Kansas University's Lawrence campus dropped by about 7 percent in 2005, according to reports released today by KU's Public Safety Office.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius has asked for federal aid to help Douglas and Wyandotte counties recover from the March 12 storms that swept through northeast Kansas.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
American Eagle Outfitters Inc. will break ground next week on an expansion project at its distribution center in Ottawa, more than doubling the complex’s size and promising to add 300 jobs within five years.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
A fight over what to name a new state park is holding up legislation aimed at getting deadbeat parents to pay child support.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
A south-of-the-Wakarusa River route for the South Lawrence Trafficway doesn't interest leaders of the Kansas Department of Transportation.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
Southerly breezes will sweep in warm temperatures and high clouds today to the Lawrence area, says Jennifer Schack 6News meteorologist. "It will be a warm and windy walk home as temperatures make it into the 60s," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
The Lawrence City Commission has worked for five years to update the 40-year-old development code, and Tuesday night it unanimously approved a list of changes.
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
The number of students in Douglas County dealing with poverty is on the rise, according to a statewide study released today.
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
Underage drinking is a problem all over the country, but the state of Kansas is ready to do something about it, by getting parents involved.
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
The traffic booth at 13th and Oread will soon be making way for the Docking Family Gateway, which will mark the entrance to KU's campus with a fountain in a round plaza.
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
The Lawrence community is one of the best places to live, according to Relocate-America.com.
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
Arrocha Ballpark was hit hard in the microburst that slammed the KU campus on March 12, but two weeks later and the park has been renovated.
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
Lawrence High students have wrapped up their "Khaki and Red" drive, raising just over $1,000 for an elementary school in Louisiana feeling the effects of Hurricane Katrina.
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
Kansas senior Crystal Kemp has received an invitation for Monday's WNBA pre-draft camp.
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
The Firebirds were looking to make it a 3-0 start to the season in their home opener Tuesday and came through in the clutch.
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
Former Howard Dean campaign manager Joe Trippi spoke in Lawrence Tuesday about the importance of the Internet in campaign fundraising and vote-gathering.
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
Police are looking for two men suspected of stealing hundreds of dollars from a Lawrence motel.
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
Hoping for some sunny weather? It's on the way, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. "Sunshine will take the temperature into the upper 50s today," Schack said.
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
WASHINGTON — President George W. Bush announced the resignation of his chief of staff today after a sharp decline in his approval ratings and a campaign by Republicans for a shake-up at the White House.
Monday, March 27, 2006
City plans to improve driving conditions on Kasold Drive could face some bumps in the road in the coming weeks. Construction is scheduled to begin in May on Kasold from 15th to 22nd streets, but loose ends still need to be tied on the project.
Monday, March 27, 2006
Possible zoning changes in East Lawrence may force City Commissioners to reconsider the Salvation Army's plans to relocate. Zoning on several sites in East Lawrence could be changed from industrial to a more neighborhood friendly category.
Monday, March 27, 2006
Lawrence School Board members Monday night focus on the bottom line as they hear more than seven million dollars in budget requests for the upcoming school year. From starting up a new all day kindergarten program to investing more money in school library supplies, board members heard 38 pleas for additional money.
Monday, March 27, 2006
Police are investigating a 27-year-old man accused of raping a 12-year-old girl. Officers were contacted by a Kansas City area hospital about the assault that occurred March 20, in Southwest Lawrence. Also, Police are investigating a 16-year-old Lawrence boy accused of raping a 14-year-old girl inside a vehicle. Finally, authorities in Jefferson County contacted Police after a 13-year-old Oskaloosa girl reported she had been raped in Lawrence.
Monday, March 27, 2006
Lawrence Police are investigating thousands of dollars in rent money missing from a south Lawrence apartment complex. Police say a 41-year-old woman is suspected of stealing nearly six thousand dollars from the Oaks.
Monday, March 27, 2006
A 1963 KU graduate gives back to KU and plants a piece of history. A seedling from a Thomas Jefferson tulip tree was planted Monday afternoon in Marvin Lawn near the Spencer Museum. Not only will the tree add to the natural beauty of the campus, but it will bring forth a deeper meaning.
Monday, March 27, 2006
Bob Dole's former running mate visits Lawrence. At a news conference Monday afternoon Jack Kemp, a former New York Congressman, Cabinet Secretary under former President Bush and NFL football player spoke about politics and his career.
Monday, March 27, 2006
Voice, Identity, Community: These were the themes discussed at a public meeting about African immigration to Kansas. The discussion is part of a project documenting African immigrants and their experiences.
Monday, March 27, 2006
There is not a dry eye in the house because we must bid farewell to the man who's been on the frontlines for virtually every major and minor event in Lawrence in the past five years. This was Josh's final broadcast; he's heading home to Texas to work the family business.
Monday, March 27, 2006
During the 2005 baseball season the Eudora Cardinals averaged 11 runs a game on the way to a 19-3 record. Monday the 2006 baseball squad opened play hoping to carry that offensive punch over from a year ago.
Monday, March 27, 2006
The Eudora High and Paola High softball teams opened the 2006 season. The cardinals struggle with offense against the Panthers, losing 6-4. EHS back at home next Tuesday when they take on Prairie View in a double-header.
Monday, March 27, 2006
Sunday in Lincoln, a familiar face was in the opposing dugout. Back in 1993, head coach Dave Bingham led the KU baseball team to its first and only college World Series appearance. Two years later, in 1995, he started his own baseball academy. And now more than a decade later, he's back in the college ranks a Nebraska's pitching coach.
Monday, March 27, 2006
In order for Mark Mangino's young quarterbacks to have any chance this spring or next fall, a big effort will be required by the offensive line. While the signal callers will be inexperienced, the hogs up front will not be. Four seniors, a junior and a sophomore all with starts in the past will be back.
Monday, March 27, 2006
Pull out your shades, but hang on to your hat — periods of sunshine and some strong breezes are moving into Lawrence today. "It does feel like spring," said Matt Sayers, 6News meteorologist. "It's much warmer than what we had last week."
Sunday, March 26, 2006
It's one of the nations most important and abundant commodities, yet power plants are short on coal reserves. The fuel that fired the Industrial Revolution is still just as important today as it was then. But despite its abundance, coal reserves at our nation's power plants are at historic lows.
Sunday, March 26, 2006
Police were called to Quizno's around 4 p.m. Sunday. According to Police, the man sat in the shop for some time before approaching a clerk at the register, asking for change. When the clerk opened the drawer, the man told her to empty the register, then life face down on the ground before he ran off.
Sunday, March 26, 2006
A family of two is homeless after a fire broke out in their basement last Saturday night. Crews arrived at the two thousand block of Melholland Road around 9 p.m. Twenty minutes later the fire was under control.
Sunday, March 26, 2006
Environmental clean-up at the Defunct Sunflower Army Ammunition Plant site will get under way in earnest this spring. The process will proceed quickly, according to officials with international risk group, the firm tasked with the clean-up effort. The operation will be broken up into two parts.
Sunday, March 26, 2006
Lynda Canaday isn’t your typical KU freshman. For starters she's an accomplished classical and operatic singer. A few years ago, Canaday was in a wheelchair and found out she could not have children, but in her darkest depression music was her savior.
Sunday, March 26, 2006
In Saturday's double-header against Nebraska, the KU baseball team dropped both games, which would ultimately mean a series loss. But not only were the Jayhawks trying to avoid the sweep Sunday, they were also trying to end the Huskers 21 home game winning streak.
Sunday, March 26, 2006
This upcoming season there are many holes to fill on the KU football team. One of the most popular battles going on right now is the quarterback race. But there are also plenty of Jayhawks fighting for starting roles on the defensive side.
Sunday, March 26, 2006
The KU tennis team continued its winning ways this weekend by knocking off both UMKC and St. Louis Saturday at First Serve Tennis Center. Not only did the Jayhawks win both, they also won each match to the tune of 7-0, on the day.
Friday, March 24, 2006
A Lawrence-area father has shared shocking footage of his son fighting in Iraq. Lary Trowbridge's son, Tyler, serves with a National Guard unit stationed in Baghdad. Recently, Lary got a first-hand glimpse of what the day-to-day life of a soldier is like.
Friday, March 24, 2006
Businesses in the 700 and 800 blocks of Massachusetts Street are preparing for the hurdle that construction will be providing this summer, as utility crews work to repair water mains starting in June.
Friday, March 24, 2006
A Lawrence soldier and his family are working to help children in Iraq, one step at a time.
Friday, March 24, 2006
A one-block mistake led to a rude awakening Friday morning. Nick Pierotti said he was sound asleep about 2 a.m. Friday when he awoke to police banging on his door. He said the police were shining bright lights into his house at 828 Ind., including his 11-year-old daughter’s bedroom.
Friday, March 24, 2006
The Jayhawks are taking a two match winning streak into a Saturday doubleheader at home.
Friday, March 24, 2006
The Jayhawks will have to wait an extra bit to meet Nebraska thanks to wintery weather, but the delay will not be long enough to get a couple of injured 'Hawks back in the lineup.
Friday, March 24, 2006
Already under way at The Bottleneck this evening is a benefit concert for Split Lip Rayfield frontman Kirk Rundstrom. The guitarist is recovering from two months of chemotherapy, radiation and other medication to treat a case of esophageal cancer. The all-ages show - featuring Ghosty, Approach and Drakkar Sauna, among other acts - will help pay Rundstrom's mounting medical bills.
Friday, March 24, 2006
Travis Blankenship and Scott Heitshusen combined on a three-hit shutout, and Free State High opened its baseball season Friday with a 2-0 victory over Blue Valley Northwest.
Friday, March 24, 2006
The Kansas House today approved a $610 million, three-year school finance plan crafted by Democrats and a group of Republicans who bolted from their leaders.
Friday, March 24, 2006
Gardeners have responded in force to Lawrence's annual compost giveaway, depleting the supply this morning.
Friday, March 24, 2006
A plan to phase in a $610 million increase in aid to public schools over three years won tentative approval in the House early Friday morning after almost eight hours of debate.
Friday, March 24, 2006
Work by Westar Energy contractors will divert the northbound lanes of Kasold Dr., from 22nd Terr. to Augusta beginning at 11a.m. today.
Friday, March 24, 2006
It's chilly out there this morning, but the cold snap is nearly over.
Thursday, March 23, 2006
A decades-long debate is over as the Kansas House today overrides Gov. Kathleen Sebelius' veto of a bill that would allow law-abiding citizens to carry a hidden gun. The override passed in a 91-33 vote.
Thursday, March 23, 2006
While most Jayhawks have abandoned Lawrence in favor of spring break, one group of architecture students has stayed.
Thursday, March 23, 2006
Members of the Altrusa Club of Lawrence are working to launch the annual River City Reading Festival in October 2007.
Thursday, March 23, 2006
For the second time in a month, a Lawrence man is arrested, accused of knowingly infecting a woman with HIV. The Douglas County district attorney's office filed a new round of criminal charges on behalf of a second victim in early March.
Thursday, March 23, 2006
He led his last team to 14 consecutive NCAA appearances and a Final Four. Today that same coach signed a five-year contract to lead the Rock Chalk Nation's in-state rival.
Thursday, March 23, 2006
Fourteen inches of snow in Lincoln, Neb., on Tuesday won't keep the KU baseball team from facing the No. 2 Cornhuskers this weekend, but the weather will delay the series' start.
Thursday, March 23, 2006
The Kansas tennis team is home after a big-time win earlier this week, when the Jayhawks knocked off LSU.
Thursday, March 23, 2006
2005 was a great season for the Eudora baseball team, but it ended too soon. The Cardinals finished 19-3, at one stretch won 13 in a row and advanced to the sub-state semifinals, but Dirk Kinney's team expected more.
Thursday, March 23, 2006
6News' meteorologist discusses the recent storms, tornado safety, and global warming.
Thursday, March 23, 2006
Sunflower Broadband Internet service was interrupted for nearly three hours Thursday morning.
Thursday, March 23, 2006
Qualified Kansans will be able to carry concealed guns as early as January under a bill put into law despite Gov. Kathleen Sebelius’ veto.
Thursday, March 23, 2006
It's still unseasonably chilly, but temperatures finally climb out of the 30s today.
Thursday, March 23, 2006
Have questions about Lawrence’s recent weather — this week’s snow and the microburst that tore through the city on March 12?
Wednesday, March 22, 2006
Lawrence city leaders plan to spend millions expanding the public library, but they're not sure where to build it. So, the city is asking private developers for proposals to construct a new library downtown.
Wednesday, March 22, 2006
A Lawrence woman wants to get the word out to other women who make the same mistake she did — losing track of their purse. Twice in one week, Lawrence women have fallen victim to a purse snatcher. Police are urging shoppers to be extra cautious following the thefts at two different grocery stores.
Wednesday, March 22, 2006
Crews continued to dismantle KU's 82-year-old radio tower today. The tower, which was damaged in the microburst a week and a half ago, carried the signal of the university's station, KJHK, since 1975.
Wednesday, March 22, 2006
The Kansas Jayhawks may be a no-show in this weekend's Sweet Sixteen, but that doesn't mean KU fans don't have a rooting interest left in the tournament.
Wednesday, March 22, 2006
Maybe the pundits were right — when it comes to the Big 12 Conference, only Texas is any good, judging from this year's NCAA Tournament.
Wednesday, March 22, 2006
For the past two seasons, when the game is on the line the bullpen call has been easy for KU baseball coach Ritch Price, thanks to senior Don Czyz, the university's all-time career saves leader.
Wednesday, March 22, 2006
There's no break this spring break for crews beginning construction at one Lawrence area junior high school. Bond issue construction began today at Central Junior High.
Wednesday, March 22, 2006
Two women have had their purses stolen from their shopping carts in recent days at grocery stores, prompting Lawrence Police to remind shoppers to be on the alert.
Wednesday, March 22, 2006
Though the weather is telling us otherwise, it's about time to get lawns and flower gardens in shape. And if you're hoping to beautify at a discount, the city of Lawrence has a deal for you.
Wednesday, March 22, 2006
A proposed constitutional amendment aimed at limiting the authority of the Kansas Supreme Court failed today to get the required two-thirds majority in the House to advance.
Wednesday, March 22, 2006
Grab your coat on the way out — temperatures aren't going to get any higher than 40 degrees today. "That's about 20 degrees below average," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
Last week's storm damaged more than just trees and buildings in Lawrence — it ruined some people's plans for the future. The microburst that hit the city Sunday morning damaged 60 percent of the buildings on KU's campus, including the Danforth Chapel, where dozens of couples were planning to hold their weddings.
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
Safety issues have arisen at KU's newest scholarship hall, as female residents voice concerns about parking.
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
New technology puts solving crimes at the fingertips of state law enforcement officials. The KBI unveiled a new $3.6 million automated fingerprint identification system today at its headquarters in Topeka.
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
High winds from last week's storm sent pieces of a nearby roof slamming into the 185-foot-tall radio tower located behind Marvin Hall. Now the 82-year-old tower will be torn down, as crews began work today.
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
Rep. Jim Ryun visited the KU campus to day to survey the damage caused by last week's storm and also discussed support for the war in Iraq as the third anniversary of the conflict's start passed.
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
Following a 4-of-14 shooting performance in KU's round-one loss to Bradley, freshman Brandon Rush gave Kansas fans something to smile about: an announcement that he's staying for another year.
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
The winter-like weather is wreaking havoc with Ritch Price's Jayhawks during the first days of spring, forcing the baseball team to practice indoors and cancel its game scheduled for later this week in Nebraska.
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
Last year, the Free State baseball team rode the arms of two seniors to a Sunflower League title and a state tournament berth. Minus those pitchers, wins might be harder to come by this spring.
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius today vetoed bills that would have allowed the carrying of concealed guns and resulted in the reduction of benefits to some injured workers.
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
Twenty-five wins, a share of the regular-season conference title, the first Big 12 Tournament title since 1999 — all of that, yet with the first-round loss in the NCAAs what appeared to be a great KU basketball season seems anything but.
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
The 20-year-old Lawrence man charged with setting the fire at the Boardwalk Apartments that killed three people today waived his right to a speedy trial.
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
Put away your snow shovel. But keep your heavy coat handy. "It looks like a chilly day in the forecast for our first full day of spring," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
Monday, March 20, 2006
Although the winter storm is not as bad as expected, crews with the city of Lawrence will still be working overtime. Last week, city employees worked long hours cleaning up debris, and on the first day of string they are working another 12-hour day.
Monday, March 20, 2006
The Lawrence school district is stepping up its efforts to recruit minority teachers to work here. Minority teachers make up 26 percent of the student population, but just 5 percent of the staff members, and district officials are hoping their efforts help even those numbers out.
Monday, March 20, 2006
Lawrence Police were called to investigate thousands of dollars missing from the city’s Parks and Recreation Department.
Monday, March 20, 2006
Lawrence school officials have released a list of 38 spending proposals being considered for the district's 2006-07 budget, which begins July 1.
Monday, March 20, 2006
The top seven scorers should be back for the 2006-2007 season for the KU men's basketball season, and that includes Brandon Rush's team-leading 13.5 points per game.
Monday, March 20, 2006
Last year's loss against Bucknell hurt, but for the three Kansas seniors, the loss against Bradley this year stings even more.
Monday, March 20, 2006
In just her second year in Lawrence, Coach Bonnie Henrickson has made huge strides with the KU women's basketball program.
Monday, March 20, 2006
They're taking this week off for spring break, but the KU football team has been practicing hard and have 10 sessions left before this year's spring game.
Monday, March 20, 2006
Lawrence High’s Drew Huff and Free State High’s Lauren Kimball each won spots on the Sunflower League first-team girls basketball squad as selected by the league’s coaches. The Sunflower League boys all-league team also had a local flavor, with Free State’s Nick Ayre and Lawrence High’s Tyler Knight and Kristian Pope securing spots.
Monday, March 20, 2006
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius today told lawmakers to increase school funding, pay for it with expansion of gambling or face a possible special legislative session.
Monday, March 20, 2006
Up to 8 inches of snow had fallen in parts of western Kansas Monday morning, closing a portion of Interstate 70 and several schools and giving the first day of spring the look of a nasty winter storm.
Monday, March 20, 2006
The following is a list of cancellations that have been called in to the News Center today because of the winter storm moving through the area.
Monday, March 20, 2006
Spring is starting in Lawrence with a shovel full of winter weather — rain, sleet and then snow is expected by late tonight.
Sunday, March 19, 2006
It was one week ago that the face of Lawrence was changed quite literally. Last weekend's microburst brought widespread and costly destructon, and left misconceptions in its wake.
Sunday, March 19, 2006
At a time when the Lawrence school district is often dealing with a shortage of subsitiute teachers, subs say they're being turned away from schools for trivial reasons.
Sunday, March 19, 2006
Not even a week into the NCAA Tournament, and fans have been shell-shocked by the outcome of almost every game.
Sunday, March 19, 2006
It wasn't supposed to end like this. For the second straight year, the Kansas men's basketball team came to a close on Friday, on the first weekend on their first game of the NCAA Tournament.
Sunday, March 19, 2006
It's been eight years since the Kansas women's basketball team went deeper into the postseason than the men's team, but the Rebels but a stop to the Lady Jayhawks' hopes in the WNIT in the final minutes.
Friday, March 17, 2006
A judge today hears arguments on how much evidence should be allowed in an upcoming trial involving the city's decision to deny a building permit for a retail devlopment at 6th and Wakarusa.
Friday, March 17, 2006
Sunday's storm hit at a crucial time for the farmers and ranchers in Douglas and Leavenworth counties. Now, many are trying to rebuild the stuctures they lost.
Friday, March 17, 2006
Adventurer Steve Fossit appears to have broken the closed circuit distance record in the Virgin Atlantic GlobalFlyer. Today, he landed at the Salina Municipal Airport after taking off 74 hours earlier from the same place.
Friday, March 17, 2006
The Kansas Baseball team is in the midst of its six weekend series away from lawrence in the last seven. The road warrior Jayhawks start a three game set in Waco, Texas against Baylor tonight.
Friday, March 17, 2006
Earlier this week, fans got a glimpse of the 2006 Kansas Football team. What fans haven't seen over the last few weeks is the team's winter workouts.
Friday, March 17, 2006
The KU Women's Basketball team is safely out of round one of the WNIT. Last night the Jayhawks picked up their first postseason win since 1999 by beating UNI.
Friday, March 17, 2006
Students at Prairie Park Elementary School honor a member of their community they lost last year.
Friday, March 17, 2006
Imagine George Orwell's 1984 if its central character had been a costumed crimefighter a la Batman, you'll have some idea of the dynamic it played in "V for Vendetta. Also opening this week is The World's Fastest Indian, The White Countess, and She's The Man.
Friday, March 17, 2006
The Luck of the irish could be felt in downtown Lawrence today as a sea of green inveades the city. The cool temperatures and gray skies didn't dampen any Irish spirits during the city's 19th annual St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Friday, March 17, 2006
The cool weather better fit the Christmas season, but instead of red, green dominated downtown Lawrence on Friday as thousands thronged Massachusetts Street for the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
Friday, March 17, 2006
The Free State Productions coverage of the parade.
Friday, March 17, 2006
J-W Business Editor Mark Fagan discusses his takes on KU in the NCAA Tournament.
Friday, March 17, 2006
St. Patrick's Day will be on the chilly side this afternoon, as a cooling trend begins which will last until early next week. Time to put on a jacket before going out to watch the parade.
Thursday, March 16, 2006
Officials from KU blame deferred maintenance for the more than $6 million in damages to campus. KU has $168 million in maintenance backlog. Campus officials say the lack of funding is directly responsible for the high costs in storm damage.
Thursday, March 16, 2006
It was a case of neighbors helping neighbors Thursday or former neighbors, as Bishop Seabury students pitched in to help a Douglas County family clean up from the devastation left behind by Sunday's storm. These seniors who used to go to school just down the street from Pendleton's Country Market, Volunteered their time Thursday to help the family farm pick up the pieces.
Thursday, March 16, 2006
A local junior high school is home to the district's newest security measures. West Junior High is hosting a trial run of a new keyless security system that will soon be in every school in the city.
Thursday, March 16, 2006
Four days after the storm, about 200 city workers are still collecting debris from across the city and they are taking most of it to one spot. The city has set up a drop-off for tree branches and limbs at 1901 Wakarusa Drive.
Thursday, March 16, 2006
A portion of a historic downtown church damaged in Sunday's microburst has been cordoned off as a precaution. An engineer says there are cracks in the interior wall beneath the two spires that toppled in the storm. The six remaining towers on the 130-year-old building appear to be okay, but they will be inspected.
Thursday, March 16, 2006
Efforts to get the city back in shape following the weekend microburst shift to South Park. The Park was basically left untouched for the first part of this week, but with the St. Patrick's Day parade starting at South Park on Friday, officials wanted to be sure the park was cleared and safe.
Thursday, March 16, 2006
Back at home a police sting nabs a suspect with possible connections to at least 20 burglaries at local liquor stores. Officers set up surveillance early Thursday morning outside Danny's Liquor at 19th and Haskell.
Thursday, March 16, 2006
Residents at a local apartment complex are evacuated Thursday afternoon after a fire ignited inside a wall. Lawrence-Douglas County Fire and Medical arrived to the Quail Creek Apartments just before 4 p.m. Captain James King says the flames were confined to the wall and only smoke was visible from the outside.
Thursday, March 16, 2006
The KU men's basketball team is one night's sleep away from a first round date with the Bradley Braves. The Jayhawks went through a final walk through Thursday in the Palace at Auburn Hills. Six Sports Director Kevin Romary discusses how the Jayhawks would not be a number four seed in the NCAA tournament without the freshmen.
Thursday, March 16, 2006
The last time the Kansas Women's basketball team played in the post-season was in 2000. In round one of the NCAA's that year the Lady Jayhawks lost a double overtime heartbreaker to Vanderbilt and KU hasn't played post-season basketball since, that is until Thursday night. The Jayhawks won by ten over the Northern Iowa Panthers, 59-49.
Thursday, March 16, 2006
The KU baseball team opens Big 12 Conference play Friday and no big surprise the Jayhawks will do so on the road. Twenty-four of KU's first 29 games will be away from Hoglund Ball Park, including this weekends three games series against number 18 Baylor in Waco, Texas.
Thursday, March 16, 2006
Cameras in front and in back of the Checkers grocery store caught the downburst on video. Here's what they recorded.
Thursday, March 16, 2006
Atty. Gen. Phill Kline today was fined $1,500 for violating the state campaign finance law.
Thursday, March 16, 2006
Yesterday's warm temperatures won't be repeated today. The day will be sunny but windy.
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
Lawrence city officials continue to scour the city, assessing the damage left after Sunday's storm. So far, officials only identified a handful of buildings that they consider unsafe to live or work in.
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
The buzz of chainsaws echoed through Lawrence's Oak Hill Cemetery Wednesday as crews went to work cleaning up one of the areas hit hardest by Sunday's Microburst. The storm not only toppled trees, but also crushed many historic headstones in its path.
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
Some of the only live pictures from Sunday's storm were captured by a 10-year-old boy in Southwest Lawrence. Brandon Cooper says he heard the rumbling of the storm approach and grabbed his toy video camera to try to get some interesting shots. He was able to record the microburst from his bedroom window on the second floor of his house and it's a good thing he did.
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
Community leaders hope to start funding a plan to acquire more industrial and park space by next year. The Douglas County economic development board met with city and county commissioners Wednesday morning. They discussed how to finance a plan to buy land for business parks and preserve open spaces.
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
Kansas School Districts now need written permission from parents before enrolling children in sex education courses, under a rules change approved Wednesday. The State Board of Education voted to include the mandate in its health standards, which otherwise are largely advisory.
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
House members are close to finishing their work on a school finance package. The select committee on school finance spent two hours marking up a bill that would require greater accountability of education spending, while also giving districts more flexibility in how their dollars are spent.
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
Charles Jones and other fellow Commissioners, Jere McElhaney and Bob Johnson, enacted another burn ban at their regular meeting Wednesday night. The ban was requested by township fire chiefs because of a combination of dry weather and high winds.
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
Cleanup continues around Lawrence following Sunday's early morning storms and it's no different on campus. At KU, athletic facilities on the southwest side of the hill were among the 60 University structures damaged by the high winds. Arrocha Ball Park took the hardest hit as well as the soccer complex. The seating area was thrown several feet.
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
As for the Kansas baseball team, the Jayhawks returned home from a weekend trip to Clemson only to find Hoglund BallPark banged up. A fallen tree broke the outside wall in the bullpen. But most storm issues were minor, including bent batting cages and a warped left field fence.
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
Spring training isn’t just for the major leaguers anymore. Thursday evening the Lawrence High baseball team will board a bus for a 22-hour ride to Phoenix, Arizona. Once there, Coach Brad Stoll's Lions will spend a week training in the warm desert weather just like the pros.
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
Sunday's storms had a big affect on the storm spotters training session Wednesday night. The Douglas County Emergency Management and the Topeka National Weather Service sponsored "Weather 101" Wednesday night at the Lawrence Arts Center. Officials say there was a dramatic increase in attendance, mainly due to Sunday's damaging storm.
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
The Jayhawks have landed at 7 p.m. local time in Detroit. The Hawks are now resting at their Auburn Hills hotel, in preparation for Thursday's practice. Jayhawks are thoroughly enjoying the spring like 27-degree weather, and waiting in heavy anticipation of forecasted snow.
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
The Jayhawk women are less than 24 hours from ending their six-year post-season hiatus. KU hosts Northern Iowa in the opening round of the WNIT Thursday. The game tips off from Allen Fieldhouse at 7 p.m.
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
The State Board of Education today voted 6-4 for an opt-in policy on sex education, despite arguments from health experts that it would reduce the number of students receiving information about the dangers of unprotected sex.
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
The skies will be slightly cloudy and breezy today, which promises to be warmer than the rest of the week.
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
Lawrence has quieted down after Sunday's storms, but again Tuesday tornado sirens ring out. After some confusion Sunday about whether the sirens were functioning during a monthly test Tuesday afternoon, things came through loud and clear.
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
While the cleanup from Sunday's storm continues across the city, those in state government are beginning to work out how to pay for repairs at KU. Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius says the campus buildings are self-insured which means repairs have to come from the state general taxpayer fund.
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
Tuesday night Lawrence City commissioners approved the separation agreement spelled out in Wildgen's contract with the city. Wildgen's last day at the city's top administrator was Friday. Now, he'll stay on as a consultant for full pay through August. Then the city will pay Wildgen seven months salary and $3,500 car allowance.
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
Tuesday night Commissioners received an update on the city's cleanup efforts after Sunday's storm. Two hundred city employees are working 12 hour shifts this week to clear streets and remove any hazards. Lawrence Parks and Recreation reported Tuesday night the storm hit Edgewood Park, Veterans Park and Oak Hill Cemetery especially hard.
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
Whether the Lawrence School District will operate a full day Kindergarten Program or continue its half day program next year is still up in the air. The School District is waiting to see how much funding it will receive from the state, but in the meantime officials are developing a plan just incase.
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
The Kansas Supreme Court will now decide whether a 71-year-old sexual predator is too dangerous to live in a group home. Attorneys for 71-year-old Leroy Hendricks argued his 11 years of treatment, diabetes and a recent stroke means he no longer poses a threat.
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
The man convicted of battering former KU basketball player J.R. Giddens in a fight last May at the Moon Bar has a brief court hearing Tuesday. Jeremiah Creswell had a probation violation hearing scheduled for March 28 Tuesday during a hearing in District Court.
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
A White House Legend come to KU Tuesday night. Veteran White House Correspondent Helen Thomas addressed a crowd of over 500 people at the Woodruff Hall Tuesday night. A pioneer woman journalist and a leading writer in her own right, Thomas has covered the oval office through nine presidents beginning with John Kennedy.
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
In less that 24 hours, the Kansas men will board a plane for the Motor City. When that flight lands in Detroit, the Jayhawks will officially be one of 64 teams that sit just six wins away from a national championship. Forget the national championship though, the immediate goal for the Jayhawks is much more simple. Coming off a first round upset loss to Bucknell last year, the current hawks want to make sure they don't look past Friday's match-up with the 13th seed, Bradley.
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
There will be no flights, bus rides, or hotel stays for the Kansas women as they prepare for post-season play. Instead, the Jayhawks prepare for a first round WNIT match-up that will take place right here in Lawrence, Kansas. Bonnie's bunch opens on Thursday against Northern Iowa at Allen Fieldhouse.
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
We all remember the quarterback carosel last year on the KU football team. In the end, Coach Mark Mangino went with seniors Jason Swanson and Brian Luke. This year, however, Mangino might be swayed towards the youth movements.
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
Free State High Athletics Director Steve Grant announced Tuesday that the Interim label has been removed from Chuck Law's coaching title. Law, of course, took over the Firebirds boys basketball team on an interim basis before the season after the resignation of Jack Schreiner.
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
As residents all over Lawrence try to find out how much this storm will cost, a state assessment team expects the city's price tag will end up in the millions. Even though the most significant destruction occurred on campus, city crew started working yesterday to collect the debris scattered from one end of Lawrence to the other.
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
In contrast to the wild weather on Sunday, conditions will be mild today and the rest of this week.
Monday, March 13, 2006
As residents all over Lawrence try to find out how much this storm will cost them, a state assessment team expects the city's price tag will end up in the millions. Even though the most significant destruction occurred on campus, city crews started working yesterday to collect the debris scattered from one end of Lawrence to the other.
Monday, March 13, 2006
The clean up continues and state officials are in to review the damage from Sunday's storms. Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius and KU Chancellor Robert Hemenway took an aerial tour of the damage and talked about how KU will pick up the pieces after weathering the storm.
Monday, March 13, 2006
Lawrence's schools suffer tens of thousands of dollars in damage after Sunday's storm. Central Junior High School and New York Elementary were the hardest hit, ventilators were blown off the roof of the building, windows were broken, bleachers were destroyed and trees were damaged.
Monday, March 13, 2006
Westar Energy crews continue to work to restore power to customers in the Lawrence area. As of about 5 p.m. Monday night Westar officials say approximately 650 customers were without power. The outages are scattered throughout town and crews from several neighboring cities have been called in to assist.
Monday, March 13, 2006
There are a handful of buildings on campus that will not be fully operational Tuesday when students return. Continued efforts to clean up roof debris will affect access to three buildings, including Snow Hall, where only entrances off Jayhawk Boulevard and Poplar Lane will be will be open.
Monday, March 13, 2006
The number of special education teacher in Lawrence will increase in the '06-07 school year. At their meeting Monday night, Lawrence School Board members agreed to hire five additional special education teachers. Officials with the school district say the number of students with special needs in increasing in the district and the current staff can't keep up.
Monday, March 13, 2006
A leaning fence, some missing shingles, a shattered window, the visible damage from Sunday's storm is yielding to financial decisions for homeowners. Insurance agents spent much of the day Monday fielding calls from policy holders. The big question? Should I file a claim?
Monday, March 13, 2006
Four KU students are arrested by Lawrence Police for allegedly looting businesses damaged by Sunday's storm. An officer on routine patrol overnight, caught the four men near several damaged buildings in the area of ninth and Pennsylvania. Police recovered a case of T-shirts stolen from Sun Creations.
Monday, March 13, 2006
The man accused in a deadly Baldwin City shooting earlier this month is back in Douglas County after being captured in Oklahoma. Twenty-five-year-old Hinndley Espinales made his first appearance before Douglas County District Court Judge Jack Murphy Monday.
Monday, March 13, 2006
Thirty two NCAA first round games will be played this week, starting with game number one on Thursday morning at 11:20 a.m. On the opposite end of that first round spectrum, the Kansas Jayhawks matchup with the Bradley Braves. The two will tip off in the 30th of 32 round one contests at 8:30 local time of Friday evening.
Monday, March 13, 2006
It's time to learn about the Jayhawks first round opponent, the Bradley Braves. BU plays in the Missouri Valley conference and enters with a season mark of 20-10. Jim Les' team tied for fifth in the league and took second in the MO Valley conference tournament last week in St. Louis.
Monday, March 13, 2006
The Lady Jayhawk basketball team is in the process of waiting by the phone. Currently, the field of 64 for the women's NCAA tournament is being revealed. Kansas won't show up on that list, but the Jayhawks are going post season dancing. They were one of 40 teams selected for the women's national invitational tournament.
Monday, March 13, 2006
The KU football team is hoping to carry the momentum from last years victory in the Ft. Worth Bowl over to this season. That goal began Monday as the Jayhawks kicked off spring practice. The team practiced for two hours Monday afternoon on the fields behind the Anshutz Sports Pavilion.
Monday, March 13, 2006
Kansas University will reopen tomorrow following Sunday’s storm, which did about $6 million damage to campus buildings, according to early estimates.
Monday, March 13, 2006
Three, 500-pound ventilator units that, until Sunday morning, had been atop Central Junior High for almost 85 years are gone.
Monday, March 13, 2006
Power has been restored at New York Elementary school.
Monday, March 13, 2006
House members today advanced a bill that would allow Kansans to carry concealed guns.
Monday, March 13, 2006
Thirty-two Westar Energy crews continue to work in Lawrence today to restore power to more than a thousand homes.
Monday, March 13, 2006
The Kansas Supreme Court on Tuesday will hear arguments on whether sex predator Leroy Hendricks can live in Leavenworth County.
Monday, March 13, 2006
Kansas University campus sustained at least $6 million dollars of damage from Sunday's storms, officials said Monday morning.
Monday, March 13, 2006
Sunday's powerful storms are gone, but their effects linger. Winds in excess of 70 miles per hour rattled the city, causing widespread damage. Power is still being restored to many residents, and KU has cancelled classes, as have the Lawrence public schools New York School and Central Junior High School.
Monday, March 13, 2006
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius and Kansas University Chancellor Robert Hemenway deliver a press conference regarding the aftermath of the storm.
Monday, March 13, 2006
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius and Kansas University Chancellor Robert Hemenway deliver a press conference regarding the aftermath of the storm.
Monday, March 13, 2006
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius and Kansas University Chancellor Robert Hemenway deliver a press conference regarding the aftermath of the storm.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
A day that started with a jolt of severe weather ends with sweat and perhaps some tears as residents begin the arduous process of cleaning up.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
KU cruised to the Big 12 tourney title in Dallas on Sunday with a win over Texas and also came away with a date with Bradley as a fourth seed in the NCAA Tournament.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
It's stood as a downtown landmark for more than 135 years. Plymouth Congregational Church rose from the ashes of Quantrill's raid, but the structure, built in 1870, was no match for Sunday's strong winds.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
In North Lawrence, the storm destroyed at least two mobile homes alogn the riverfront just west of Johnny's Tavern.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
KU officials have canceled Monday classes while facilities and operations crews concentrate on cleaning up debris.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
A man was flown by air ambulance to a Kansas City-area hospital Sunday evening after being pinned between two vehicles in the 1100 block of Kentucky Street.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
Thousands of calls to insurance agents will likely be made over the next few days as property owners with damaged homes, crushed cars and roofless businesses now find themselves figuring out how to pay for it.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
The Shamrock Shuffle, a fundraiser for the St. Patrick's Day Parade committee, took place on Saturday with more than 400 runners participating.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
Starting at 7 a.m. Monday, city crews will be picking up community debris.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
Douglas County residents were without a key tool for warnings for a period of time today.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
Kansas University Chancellor Robert Hemenway received a phone call from his wife on Sunday morning informing him of the tornadic winds that hit Lawrence early this morning.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
Kansas University Chancellor Robert Hemenway announced this afternoon that classes would be canceled Monday because of damage caused by this morning's wind storm that ravaged areas of Lawrence, including KU's campus.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
Three Kansas University sports venues suffered damage during Sunday morning’s storm. Arrocha Ballpark, home of the softball team, appeared to have been the hardest hit.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
The Red Cross will open a shelter at the First Baptist Church at 14th St. and Kasold Drive beginning at 1 p.m. today.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
6News reports bring in storm updates throughout the day.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
The weather service reports that Doppler radar has indicated a severe thunderstorm capable of producing quarter-sized hail and bringing damaging winds in excess of 60 mph was mving into southeastern Douglas County.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
Although damage was heavy throughout Lawrence, indicating a tornado, this morning’s storm has not been declared an “official” tornado, according to Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
With power lines down across the city — and more storms possible today — emergency officials were warning Lawrence residents not to rely on tornado sirens for weather alerts today.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
Dan Simons, president of Electronic Division of the World Co. , said Sunflower Broadband's wireless Internet customers' "Canopy service" west of Lawrence in the rural areas were knocked out during the storm.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
The Roger Hill Volunteer Center in Lawrence is matching volunteers with agencies in need of help during the storm cleanup.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
The following are some tips from the American Red Cross about how to properly report an insurance claim after a natural disaster.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
Lawrence appeared to have avoided a second storm this afternoon, after a first early morning squall wreaked havoc across the entire city.
Friday, March 10, 2006
A mother charged with endangering her infant child, who allegedly died as the result of child abuse by the mother's boyfriend, made a brief court appearance Friday to schedule a plea. Twenty-four-year-old Brandi Hendrickson appeared in District Court before Judge Paula Martin, where Hendrickson waived her right to a preliminary hearing.
Friday, March 10, 2006
A Lawrence man receives nearly five years in prison for a shooting last year at a South Lawrence apartment complex. District Court Judge Stephen Six sentenced 45-year-old Keith Mann to 57 months in prison for aggravated battery for the February 2005 shooting in the 1800 block of west 26th Street.
Friday, March 10, 2006
Lawrence City Officials try to crack down on problem party houses, but they still leave students and landlords wanting more. Lawrence Police write more noise violations today, than ever before. Some students say they're going too far and some landlords say they are falling short. Friday both groups took their complaints to City Hall.
Friday, March 10, 2006
Former Lawrence City Manager Mike Wildgen will collect his annual salary, plus a three percent raise for another year. Wildgen resigned under pressure Wednesday and city officials released the terms of his severance package Friday.
Friday, March 10, 2006
A long anticipated, highly acclaimed film by a local film maker Kevin Willmott, premiered in Lawrence Friday night. Cast, crew and the general public packed into Liberty Hall to celebrate the local opening of "CSA, The Confederate States of America." The Film was picked up by Spike Lee at the Sundance Film Festival two year ago.
Friday, March 10, 2006
Haskell's film festival had a big night as key note speaker Wes Studi was in attendance. Friday evening's symposium and film festival featured Studi, one of the biggest names in Native American Films. He's best known for his work in "Last of the Mohicans" and Dances with Wolves."
Friday, March 10, 2006
As many KU students gear up for fun in the sun, one group of students hopes to make a difference during their spring break vacation. The organization "Waves of Relief" is sending at least six KU students to New Orleans to help with clean up efforts.
Friday, March 10, 2006
In the history of the Big 12 Conference there have been nine championship tournaments. In those nine tournaments the Kansas Basketball team is a perfect 9-0 in its first round games. They Jayhawks enjoyed a bye Friday in round one, while the Cowboys had to beat Iowa State to advance to Saturday evenings quarters.
Friday, March 10, 2006
The Saturday morning quarterfinals got underway with Texas Tech looking to upset top seeded Texas. Texas did not allow the upset by defeating Tech, 77-70. Texas advances in the tournament on Saturday.
Friday, March 10, 2006
Welcome to Art a la Carte. I'm Journal-World arts editor Mindie Paget.
Friday, March 10, 2006
Two teachers in Lawrence get to go to the head of the class. Lawrence public school officials today announced they have named Debby Cummings, a Schwegler fifth-grade teacher, as 2006 Elementary Teacher of the Year. Jane Rock, a family and consumer science teacher and department chairperson at Free State High School, has been named the school district’s 2006 Secondary Teacher of the Year.
Friday, March 10, 2006
Winter was still lingering around this morning, as temperatures dipped below freezing. But more springlike weather is moving in later today. "It's kind of a chilly start, but temperatures will quickly climb," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. "I think we'll see our temperatures soar into the mid 60s today."
Friday, March 10, 2006
Texas A&M and Colorado hooked up in the second game of Friday afternoon's session. With Texas A&M defeating Colorado, 86-53, A&M gets Texas Saturday at 1 p.m.
Friday, March 10, 2006
The KU softball team opened up play as the host of this weekends Jayhawk Classic. The friendly confines of Arrocha Ballpark should be a welcome sit for the Hawks. KU spent the last four weekends at road tournaments, that stint included 19 straight contests away from the hill.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
One day after Lawrence City Manager Mike Wildgen resigned, City Commissioners are speaking out. Wednesday, the Mayor spoke as commissioners requested and accepted Wildgen's resignation. Thursday, commissioners tried to explain how they made this decision and what's next for the city of Lawrence.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
City Commissioners consider changing Lawrence's sidewalk repair policy, but it's not likely you'll be let off the hook for maintaining them. Under current law, the adjacent property owner is responsible for maintaining almost three hundred miles of city sidewalks.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
Commissioners want to see business plans from the two groups who want to move into the Carnegie Library. Commissioners believe the city could invest up to two million dollars renovating the building at ninth and Vermont Streets.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
For the second time in the past week, security is tightened at the Douglas County Courthouse as a man charged with murder makes a brief court appearance. Nineteen-year-old Rashawn Anderson appeared today before Judge Paula Martin, who set his preliminary hearing for two days starting July 12th.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
Scissors are in full swing Thursday for a Cut-a-Thon benefiting a local hairdresser. Fifteen area salons donated the proceeds of Thursday's haircuts to Kelly Hale, the Co-owner of 'Statements' Salon in Tonganoxie. Hale was diagnosed with Lung Cancer in January.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
Haskell Indian Nations University Students welcome Native American movie starts to campus as their film festival kicks off. Last year's event was a big hit with Rick Schroder coming to town for the first festival of its kind. The "Stories in Motion Film Festival" features a line-up this year of Wes Studi and Gary Farmer.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
After nearly three years with the war in Iraq raging on, high school students in Lawrence say they feel left out of a situation that affects them the most. In a documentary created by students at Lawrence High School, themes of feeling invisible and overlooked emerge.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
This weekend the red hot Kansas Jayhawks will face one of the toughest road tests in the nation. Starting Friday the Hawks put their eight game winning streak on the line in South Carolina against Clemson.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
K-State loses its tourney opener to Texas Tech by eight points, and then KSU loses its head coach Jim Wooldrige. After the contest, K-State Athletics Director Tim Wieser announced that Wooldrige would not return as Coach for a seventh season with the Cats. Under his tenure, K-State never played a post-season basketball game.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
The Kansas men will play their first game in the Big 12 Friday. As for Thursday, the Jayhawks got to enjoy a first round bye in Dallas, while the lower seeds battled it out to advance to the quarterfinals. Twelve victories in their last 13 outings, earned the Hawks the two seed in this weekends league championship.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
The Free State girls basketball season came to and end Thursday night at the State Tournament in Emporia. The Firebirds fell to Wichita South, 56-59 in first round, 6A action. The staters shot just 28 percent from the floor.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
The last time the Piper High boy’s basketball went to the State Tournament was 1979. That means none of the current players on the Pirates squad were born and head coach David Hall was in Middle School. So with PHS making its return trip to State Thursday for the first time in 28 years, you know the Piper community was ready to turn Salina purple in support of its Pirates Thursday.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
In the game, Colorado against Baylor, no 12 seed has ever won a game in the Big 12 tournament. Struggling through most of the game, Colorado comes all the way back and regains the lead with two minutes to go and survives, 65-61.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
The Kansas softball team won't have to travel anywhere this weekend. Starting Friday the Hawks will host Minnesota, Portland State and Eastern Michigan in the 2006 Jayhawk Classic. First pitch on Friday is set for 2 p.m.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
Lawrence High School's Appreciation of Literature class has made three short documentaries on student's views.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
A proposed constitutional amendment that would require Senate confirmation of Kansas Supreme Court justices failed to get the necessary two-thirds support in the Senate today. The measure received 22 votes for and 17 votes against, but because it was a proposed amendment, it needed 27 votes to advance.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
Douglas County Appraiser Johnson discusses property valuations and home pricing.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
Kansas University students on Thursday went to the Legislature seeking relief from what they said were unscrupulous landlords.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
Atty. Gen. Phill Kline today announced his office was investigating billing and collection practices of the state’s not-for-profit hospitals.
Thursday, March 9, 2006
Lawrence got a few sprinkles this morning before 6 a.m. and again about noon. And the city could still get some more wet weather throughout the day, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. "A passing shower will be possible into the afternoon," Schack said. "We've had the clouds around throughout the morning and we have not seen any sunshine."
Wednesday, March 8, 2006
In a stunning move that brings to close a career in Lawrence city government lasting more than 30 years, city commissioners today asked Lawrence's long-time city manager to step down, citing concerns over how prepared the city is for future growth.
Wednesday, March 8, 2006
Baker University has named its first woman to take the reins as president of the private university in Baldwin City.
Wednesday, March 8, 2006
When the KC Piper Pirates take the floor against Belle Plaine on Thursday, it will be a huge step for a school that's been celebrating — and practicing — since its sub-state victory over Sumner.
Wednesday, March 8, 2006
The first mid-week of the season was no problem at all for the Jayhawks, who dominated in their fourth straight home game.
Wednesday, March 8, 2006
The Jayhawks swept the Missouri State Bears in a home-opening doubleheader on Wednesday at Arrocha Ballpark.
Wednesday, March 8, 2006
KU basketball legends past and present are helping raise money for the Social Service League — through quiltwork.
Wednesday, March 8, 2006
The National Merit Society chapter at Lawrence High School is raising money and collecting clothing for an elementary school in Slidell, La., that was damaged by Hurricane Katrina.
Wednesday, March 8, 2006
With this news, more than thirty years of civil service comes to an end for City Manager Mike Wildgen.
Wednesday, March 8, 2006
After months of criticism over City Hall’s failure to anticipate the extent of Lawrence’s growth, longtime City Manager Mike Wildgen this morning submitted his resignation.
Wednesday, March 8, 2006
Areas just east of Lawrence are remaining under a tornado watch through early evening, said Matt Sayers, 6News meteorologist. "They canceled it for Douglas County," Sayers said.
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
Iraqi nuclear scientist Mahdi Obeidi was in the forefront of Saddam Hussein's bid for nuclear power. Tuesday night at KU he told an audience that the spread of nuclear weapons is the greatest danger.
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
Generations of Jayhawks have gone through Prof. Harry Shaffer's economics class. He's been teaching at KU for 50 years, and although the state forced him to retire back in 1990 because of his age, he came back on board as an adjunct professor.
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
Lawrence city commissioners tonight voted unanimously to extend the Community Shelter's permit for the facility at 10th and Kentucky streets.
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
The Big 12 Tournament started tonight for the KU women's basketball team, which earned the 10th seed — placing them opposite the seventh-seeded K-State Wildcats.
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
The Jayhawks did not get the opportunity to celebrate with a trophy after winning a share of the Big 12 title on Saturday, but they will be getting their conference championship rings, which the seniors get to pick out.
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
It's said that experience wins postseason games, but with the Big 12 Tournament set to start Friday for the KU men and the NCAA Tournament to follow, there's nothing but win-or-go-home basketball left for a Jayhawks squad that features nothing but youngsters.
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
A Lawrence carpenter serving a life sentence in prison for killing his wife a year and a half ago is getting married.
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
If you're a fan of crime drama, you're probably familiar with blood splatter. Today, Lawrence Police detectives learned how to better decipher the real thing.
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
Last Friday in Topeka, the Free State High girls basketball team upset Olathe East 69-65 to claim the substate title. Now the Firebirds head to the state tournament in Emporia for the first time in five years.
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
Pull out your umbrella. Showers and thunderstorms are in Lawrence's forecast this afternoon, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. "We could see a few strong storms. The best chance will be in the late afternoon and evening," Schack said.
Monday, March 6, 2006
A Lawrence woman is crowned this weekend as Miss Wheelchair Kansas. Ranita Wilks won the honor during Sunday's crowning ceremony at Topeka's Capitol Plaza. Wilks, who works as a living skills and peer counseling specialist won the award for her role assisting those with disabilities.
Monday, March 6, 2006
You could call it a grown up science fair, but the stakes are certainly higher for more than four dozen KU graduate students. KU's Center for Research along with the graduate school department named winners Monday afternoon for its second annual research competition.
Monday, March 6, 2006
In abbreviated form KU's new Multidisciplinary Research building would simply be known as MRB, but students and staff have nicknamed the $40 million building as "Mister B." It was formally dedicated Monday.
Monday, March 6, 2006
Major road improvements could be in store for areas southeast of Lawrence in anticipation of more growth and possibly a new sewage treatment plant in Lawrence. Commissioners Bob Johnson and Jere McElhaney say they favor building the plant east of Highway 59.
Monday, March 6, 2006
A chemical fire breaks out at a laboratory on west campus. Douglas County fire and medical crews were called to Smissman Hall Monday around 6:15 p.m. Battalion Chief Jerry Karr says a chemical fire started under a laboratory hood and was extinguished before crews arrived.
Monday, March 6, 2006
Douglas County District Attorney Charles Branson files first degree murder charges Monday against a suspect in this weekend's Baldwin City shooting. Twenty-five-year-old Hinndley Espinales, the man accused of murdering an acquaintance over the weekend, waived extradition to Kansas during an appearance Monday in an Oklahoma courtroom.
Monday, March 6, 2006
The local salon community is very closely knit. So when one of their own became ill, it wasn't long before 15 area salons banded together to help out. Twelve salons in Lawrence, two in Tonganoxie and one in Baldwin are holding a Cut-a-Thon this Thursday.
Monday, March 6, 2006
Lawrence City Manager Mike Wildgen's performance review by Lawrence City Commissioners will drag on a third day. After meeting twice behind closed doors, Lawrence City Commissioners announced Monday morning they plan to continue Wildgen's evaluation later this week.
Monday, March 6, 2006
When the Kansas men's basketball team started its Big 12 slate at 1-2 back in mid-January, no one was talking about big man Bill Self as the Conference Coach of the Year. But 12 league wins in 13 tries later, Self received that honor Monday from the league's coaches.
Monday, March 6, 2006
The KU baseball team entered the baseball America National rankings Monday. The Jayhawks show up as number 25 after a weekend sweep of Western Illinois. The Hawks are one of five big 12 teams in the rankings along with Texas, Texas A&M, Missouri and Nebraska.
Monday, March 6, 2006
Its state tournament week in Kansas. In class 4A the Piper Pirates are in after knocking off Sumner Academy on Saturday night. For the pirates it is their first state tournament birth in more than 25 years.
Monday, March 6, 2006
In class 6A the Free State Lady Firebirds are preparing for their second trip ever to the state tournament. Firebirds qualified for the journey to Emporia on Friday night by knocking off sub-state favorite Olathe East, 69-65.
Monday, March 6, 2006
Monday Rush was named to the All Big 12 first team. The Kansas City kid becomes the first ever freshman in conference history to make the top five. Rush started all 29 contests for the Jayhawks and averaged 14 points a game.
Monday, March 6, 2006
City commissioners still haven’t reached consensus on the performance of longtime city manager Mike Wildgen.
Monday, March 6, 2006
Lawrence can expect another spring-like day, with temperatures rising into the mid 60s, says Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
Sunday, March 5, 2006
One man is dead and another behind bars after a shooting early Saturday morning in Baldwin City. Local police arrived at the one hundred block of Hillcrest Lane around 2:15 a.m. According to Baldwin City Police Chief Mike McKenna, the homeowners were hosting a small birthday party when a fight broke out between two men.
Sunday, March 5, 2006
Lawrence received its first measurable rainfall in over a month this weekend. That prompted Douglas County Commissioners to lift the burn ban on Saturday morning. The last week or so kept volunteer firefighters busy, as numerous grass fires ignited.
Sunday, March 5, 2006
March madness is just around the corner, but before the tournament starts, advocacy groups are getting out the message of gambling problem awareness week. Gambling addiction can be a problem even in towns where casinos don't exist, especially Lawrence.
Sunday, March 5, 2006
Eight members of Stull United Methodist Church sewed away on Saturday with the ope of completing 25 handcrafted quilts. This is the second year the church made the lap sized blankets as a way to share Christian love. The blankets will be given the the Douglas County Visiting Nurses Association.
Sunday, March 5, 2006
St. Patrick's Day is now less than two weeks away and the heat on fundraising events was turned up Saturday night. The annual St. Patrick's Celebrity sports auction kicked off at Liberty Hall. The 200 or so in attendance placed bids on autographed KU jerseys and athletic equipment, to a round of golf with Coach Bill Self.
Sunday, March 5, 2006
The last place you might expect to find a high school student on a Saturday night is a cemetery. But that's exactly where Free State High Senior, Justin Bergin likes to spend his time. With a flashlight in hand and an open, receptive state of mind, he roams the dark corners of Oak Hill Cemetery hoping to make a connection with the dead.
Sunday, March 5, 2006
At the start of the season, many experts said KU was in a rebuilding year and wouldn't contend for the Big 12 title. This weekend Bill Self's young squad proved the doubters wrong by winning a share of the league title with Texas, who did its part by beating Oklahoma Sunday.
Sunday, March 5, 2006
A former Lawrence High School pitcher was on the mound Sunday out at Hogland Ballpark, except he wasn't throwing for KU, instead former Lion Aaron Madill was taking the hill for the Western Illinois Leathernecks. Jayhawks defeated the Leathernecks, 7-1.
Sunday, March 5, 2006
The Piper Boys basketball team had not been to the state tournament since 1978. That drought came to an end last night as the Pirates upset top seed Kansas City Sumner, 44-42 in the Class 4A sub-state finals Saturday night.
Sunday, March 5, 2006
In the 4A girls sub-state finals, Tonganoxie took on Sumner. Tied in the final seconds of the game, Sumner makes a free throw with .03 seconds, winning the game by one point. Tonganoxie received a second place trophy in sub-state.
Sunday, March 5, 2006
Lawrence High boys basketball faced the top seed Olathe South Saturday in Topeka. Struggling through most of the game Olathe wins 60-33. Lions Coach Bill Davis said he enjoyed having all the players out on the court the last game of the season.
Saturday, March 4, 2006
The numbers boggle the mind. For the 23rd straight time, Kansas beats Kansas State in Manhattan. In addition, Saturday's 66-52 victory improves the Jayhawk's record at Bramlage Coliseum to 18-0.
Saturday, March 4, 2006
Police have arrested a man in Oklahoma today who is believed to have shot and killed another man at a house party early this morning in Baldwin. The suspect, described earlier as a 5-foot-6 Hispanic man, was arrested about 11 a.m. this morning after he borrowed a car and fled south following the shooting, police said.
Friday, March 3, 2006
Five movies open in the area this week, and two have the word block in the title.
Friday, March 3, 2006
The Tonganoxie girls are one win away from advancing to the state tournament for the second straight year. Thursday night the Chieftains dropped Bonner Springs, 35-32 in the class 4A sub-state semi-finals. Up next for 21-1 THS is Sumner Academy Saturday night
Friday, March 3, 2006
City leaders are dropping the idea of Eagle Bend Golf Course paying its own way. Financial reports from 2005 show the city run course near Clinton Lake lost more than $50 thousand. Since opening in 1998, Eagle Bend has only had two money making years.
Friday, March 3, 2006
Mike Leonard doesn't like to cook. The Today's Shows's correspondent considers himself a picky eater who can't stand the sight of onions and would settle for a ham and cheese sandwich any day. But maybe our own Jayni Carey can change all that.
Friday, March 3, 2006
Students at Pinckney Elementary celebrate the end of the school week and their school pride by decking out in matching school t-shirts. The entire student body and all staff members were given the free garb Friday afternoon. Several area businesses and Pickney's PTO chipped in to print the shirts which were designed by a sixth grade student.
Friday, March 3, 2006
There is closure Friday to a long running personnel issue in the Lawrence Public School district. After a two year delay a hearing officer agreed with the district to not renew the contract of Southwest Junior High School's special education teacher Bill Ricketts.
Friday, March 3, 2006
Each year the Lawrence Police investigate more than 100 cases of child abuse. Now as they attempt to solve these cases of physical and sexual violence they have a new tool to help them work with their leading witnesses, the kids themselves.
Friday, March 3, 2006
It was an emotional day in Douglas County District Court as a Lawrence man is sentenced for killing his girlfriend's three-month-old daughter. Twenty three-year-old Jason Dillon will spend the next 16 years in prison for the Murder of Sydni Perkins. The toddler died in June after spending a day in Dillons care.
Friday, March 3, 2006
It was home opener day for the Kansas baseball team Friday afternoon. The Jayhawks played their first game of the 2006 season at Hoglund Ballpark. The Jayhawks defeated their opponent, the Western Illinois Leathernecks, 5-4.
Friday, March 3, 2006
The domination is over. It ended on January 14, when the Kansas State men beat the Kansas men for the first time since 1994. KU had won 31 straight basketball games against its in state rival. Saturday in Manhattan, the two teams will meet for the second time this year. The Wildcats have never beaten the Jayhawks at Bramlage Coliseum.
Friday, March 3, 2006
With a win on Friday night, the Free State High girls basketball team would earn its second trip ever to the state tournament. They did just that beating the Hawks in the sub-state championship game, 69-55.
Friday, March 3, 2006
Piper high was two games away from its own trip to the State Tournament, taking on Bishop Ward. Winning, 60-45, the Pirates play KC Sumner Saturday in sub-state finals.
Friday, March 3, 2006
Journal-World "movie expert" Jon Niccum talks about past Academy Awards shows and the Academy's blunders.
Friday, March 3, 2006
The woman accused of helping a convicted murderer escape from prison will be spending at least a little more time behind bars herself, her attorney indicated Friday.
Friday, March 3, 2006
Don't let the clear skies and sun fool you -- it's cold out there.
Thursday, March 2, 2006
Under extremely tight security, the Topeka teen accused of killing another man outside a Lawrence nightclub appears in court Thursday. Shackled at the hands and feet, and accompanied by more than a half dozen armed security officers, 18-year-old Rashawn Anderson was led into a Douglas County courtroom Thursday afternoon for a brief hearing.
Thursday, March 2, 2006
A KU student is one step closer to nabbing a national title that could further his acting career and spice up his personal life. The field has been narrowed to ten finalists. If he get enough votes, Lawrence will be put on the PETA map, as home to Ricky House.
Thursday, March 2, 2006
A Lawrence teacher will compete in a statewide competition this weekend aimed at advocating for women with disabilities. Amanda Trei teaches special education at Hillcrest Elementary School. In addition to patience and caring, Trei has another trait to help her identify with her students. She uses a wheelchair herself.
Thursday, March 2, 2006
In home finales the Lady Jayhawks have faired much worse than their male counterparts, dropping their last five senior night contests, but with Erica Hallman, Crystal Kemp and Kaylee Brown bidding farewell to the Phog Thursday evening, the ladies were hoped to reverse the senior night trend with K-State in town. Falling short to the Wildcats, 44-62, the seniors will get another chance to play KSU in the first round of the Big 12 tournament.
Thursday, March 2, 2006
Students in Lawrence were among 45 million children nationwide taking part on "Read Across America Day." Fifth graders at Wakarusa Valley Elementary took a break from studying social studies Thursday, in order to curl up with their favorite book.
Thursday, March 2, 2006
It's almost St. Patrick's Day and the parade committee is getting started. The committee revealed a list of items on the auction block for Saturday's celebrity and sports auction at Liberty Hall. Items include: a round of golf with coach Bill Self, autographed KU jersey's and dinner for two at KU Chancellor Robert Hemenway's home.
Thursday, March 2, 2006
City Manager Mike Wildgren's annual review is running into extra innings with Lawrence City Commissioners. The city's elected officials met for two hours Thursday in a closed-door executive session to conduct Wildgen's annual job evaluation.
Thursday, March 2, 2006
A high school student is caught with dozens of prescription painkillers, and suspended from school for intent to distribute them. Police say a Lawrence high school security guard discovered the pills in the 18-year-old's backpack last week.
Thursday, March 2, 2006
Following the men's basketball game Wednesday night, after 60 years of calling men's basketball games, Max Falkenstien called his last in the Phog on Wednesday. Before the season Max decided this would be his last year behind the mic. To honor him, the University unveiled a commemorative retired number 60 jersey in the South end of the Fieldhouse.
Thursday, March 2, 2006
The Tongie girls were out in Sumner taking on the Lady Braves of Bonner Springs. Tongie battles losing the lead in the beginning, but comes back in the end taking home the win, 36-32. The girls will play in the sub-state finals on Saturday.
Thursday, March 2, 2006
In KC, the Eudora Cardinals battle the Sumer Sabres in the second round of sub-state. Sumner rolls to victory beating the Cardinals, 69-40.
Thursday, March 2, 2006
Playoff basketball started for the 6A boys. The four seeded Lawrence Lions had Olathe North in the jungle. Lions have lost five of their last six, but that one win was over the North Eagles, so why not make it two straight over North. The Lions did just that defeating the Eagles, 58-54.
Thursday, March 2, 2006
Could the Firebirds move on? They took their six seed to Topeka High Thursday night to face the Topeka Trojans. Looking good throughout the game, the Firebirds fall just short of a win, losing to the Trojans, 57-61.
Thursday, March 2, 2006
It was a fitting way to send out the seniors and Max. Wednesday night Kansas roughed up Colorado 75-54 at Allen Fieldhouse. Four Jayhawks scored in double figures, led by Mario Chalmers 14. All three of KU's seniors put points on the board. The Jayhawks are now in a first place tie again with UT for the Big 12 title.
Thursday, March 2, 2006
The Kansas Senate Majority Leader discusses eminent domain, school finance, and bipartisan cooperation.
Thursday, March 2, 2006
Toby Young, the woman accused of aiding the escape of a convicted murderer from Lansing prison, has been returned to Kansas and made an appearance in Leavenworth County District Court this morning.
Thursday, March 2, 2006
Put away the beach wear and pull on a sweater — cooler weather has moved back in to Lawrence. "The sunshine stays today, but the 70s don't," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. "Temperatures will be about 20 degrees cooler today than they were yesterday."
Thursday, March 2, 2006
Using fish, plants and other organisms — instead of chemicals — to treat sewage is cool technology, but it is no substitute for a $75 million sewer plant that the city needs built by 2011.
Wednesday, March 1, 2006
The final home game of the season is over for four Jayhawk seniors, and it was the last to be called by local legend Max Falkenstien.
Wednesday, March 1, 2006
It was an evening of farewells tonight at Allen Fieldhouse. Senior Christian Moody, Stephen Vinson, Jeff Hawkins and Moulaye Niang stepped into the Phog for the final time. And then there was Max Falkenstien who called his final home broadcast for the Jayhawks after 60 seasons at the mic. In the midst of all the good-byes, a basketball game broke out.
Wednesday, March 1, 2006
It's created naturally, so why not let nature take its course throughout the process?
Wednesday, March 1, 2006
Lawrence builder Bo Harris has nominated the East Lawrence industrial district, which includes parts of Pennsylvania, Delaware, Eighth and Ninth streets, for the National Register of Historic Places.
Wednesday, March 1, 2006
The area pooches and everyone else enjoyed another beautiful spring-like day with the mercuty rising far above the norm.
Wednesday, March 1, 2006
Free State and Lawrence High were facing familiar foes for round one of sub-state: each other.
Wednesday, March 1, 2006
After a three-year lapse, the Hearts of Gold Ball is back this year.
Wednesday, March 1, 2006
While the men said their goodbyes tonight, three women's seniors will wait until tomorrow.
Wednesday, March 1, 2006
An air ambulance was put on standby after a man was shot in northwestern Douglas County this afternoon. Medical responders arrived at 435 N 2190 Road around 2:30 p.m. today, finding a man who had been shot with a .32 caliber handgun.
Wednesday, March 1, 2006
A law allowing some undocumented immigrants to pay resident tuition would be repealed under a bill recommended today by a House committee. The 12-8 vote for a bill to repeal the 2004 law represented a dramatic turnaround from last week when the committee defeated the measure on an 11-11 tie vote.
Wednesday, March 1, 2006
The late winter heat wave is continuing — Lawrence will have more 70-degree temperature readings this afternoon. "It looks like another warm day today," said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist.
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