Low-tech edition
Saturday, June 30, 2007
A listing of roads currently closed due to flash flooding.
Friday, June 29, 2007
Those living near Lawrence Memorial Hospital woke up this morning to an unwelcome surprise on their front door. For many residents, a letter tucked in their doorwas was the first they had heard of a construction project starting next week right in their front yard.
Friday, June 29, 2007
Sunday isn't just the start of a new month. July 1st means Kansas have a lot of new laws to follow. We break down the details of some of the new laws going into effect sunday, and how they could effect you.
Friday, June 29, 2007
Another law taking effect on July 1st will require parents to take the time to strap children into a booster seat. Parents will face fines of over $100 for failing to buckle their kids into booster seats.
Friday, June 29, 2007
Riding the bus will cost you a little more next month. Also starting July 1st, fares for Lawrence's transit system will increse from 50 cents to 75.
Friday, June 29, 2007
"iDay" is here for millions of people in the US, and Lawrence is no exception. People slept in their cars overnight and formed a line early Friday morning in the rain, all in hopes of snagging the latest technological gadget from Apple.
Friday, June 29, 2007
They've mastered the art of martial arts earning the title of world champion. Five students of Lawrence's ATA Blackbelt Academy recently returned from the American Tae Kwon Do Association World Championships in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Friday, June 29, 2007
Last night, former KU guard Julian Wright was the lucky 13th player selected in the 2007 NBA Draft by the New Orleans Hornets. Today, the Noodle arrived at his new home. Wright went to the New Orleans YMCA in a limo and was greeted by dozens of fans and even a brass band outside the gymnasium. Inside, more fans greeted their newest player.
Friday, June 29, 2007
Darrell Arthur continued tryouts for the under-19 USA basketball squad in his hometown of Dallas, Texas. The 6-9 sophomore, along with 17 other players, is in the midst of three days of tryouts before the final roster is trimmed down. The players who make the team will head to Serbia starting July 12 for the World Championships.
Friday, June 29, 2007
Eagle Bend head pro John Morris braves the weather to help you add a little extra shape to your shot.
Friday, June 29, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, the Lawrence Memorial Hospital will pay to widen the intersection at Fourth and Maine and Fourth and Michigan Streets, plus a look at new laws going into effect across the area this weekend.
Friday, June 29, 2007
An attorney for Dr. Ann Kristin Neuhaus today said she had no financial relationship with Dr. George Tiller in consulting on late-term abortions. “Dr. Neuhaus wasn’t paid anything by Dr. Tiller,” said Jack Focht of Wichita. “She didn’t have any financial relationship with him,” he said.
Friday, June 29, 2007
Driving on the Kansas Turnpike will take more of a toll on your wallet starting July 1st. Fees for most trips will increase by 5 to 10 percent.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
South Junior High School may come with a multi-million dollar price tab - but it's actually going to save the district money - in energy.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
The US Census Bureau reports today that Lawrence had 88,605 residents nearly a year ago - down by 59 people from the same time a year earlier.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
The Kansas Board of Regents this morning approved KU's new 'Four-Year Tuition Compact.' The deal allows incoming freshmen to pay a fixed, per-credit-hour tuition rate for the time it should take to get a degree.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
So your July 4th plans don't fizzle out - here's a look at the cities and counties in our area with the most strict fireworks laws.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
Police arrest two more men in connection to a June 5th incident at the Legends Apartments in West Lawrence.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
Kansas Attorney General Paul Morrison files more than a dozen charges against Wichita abortion provider George Tiller today.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
Downtown Lawrence Incorporated is getting a new director - pulling a leader from the world of theater.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
The American Bald Eagle's population is soaring. So high, in fact, that it no longer requires the protection of the Federal Endangered Species Act!
Thursday, June 28, 2007
Former KU basketball standout Julian Wright was selected 13th overall by the New Orleans Hornets in the 2007 NBA Draft.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
Kansas sophomore Darrell Arthur is back home in Dallas, Texas tonight for tryouts for the US National Team's 'Under 19' squad.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
Nine months ago, Tonganoxie senior Ali Pistora was named the first Hy Vee High School Scholar Athlete for the 2006-2007 school year. Eight challengers have come and gone since, but none compared to the Chieftains 3-sport star, which earned her the honor of Scholar Athlete of the Year!
Thursday, June 28, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, incoming KU freshmen will be able to lock in their four-year tuition rate, and a look at the energy-efficient measures at the new South Junior High.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
The state’s attorney general announced Thursday that he will file 19 misdemeanor charges against a high-profile abortion provider, after a six-month investigation into allegations that the doctor performed illegal late-term abortions.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
The Kansas Board of Regents today approved a tuition increase for new freshmen of nearly 16 percent, but that rate will be frozen for those students for four years. That would bring the cost of a 15-hour course load for a resident undergraduate to $3,299.75.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
A major defeat for opponents of the county road one project south of Tonganoxie as a Leavenworth County district court rules in favor of the city allowing leaders to pay at least one million dollars toward the construction of a turnpike interchange.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
A new law forces students to strap in in some school vehicles starting next year as new legislation also says that students who aren't wearing a seat belt could have to pay a fine.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Lawrence police ask for your help in identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a robbery at the Walgreens on 23rd street last night.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
A serial rape suspect brought back from California to face charges of sexually assaulting three Lawrence women in the mid '90s appears before a Douglas County district court judge this afternoon.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
The Orchards Golf Course is for sale, two years after its owner gave up the property's development rights.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Plans to redevelop the Farmland Industries site take a major step forward as city leaders announce plans to make a bid on the 467 acre property east of Lawrence.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Work on a new traffic booth on KU's campus will force Jayhawk Boulevard to close for several weeks this summer.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
June 27th marks HIV testing day across the nation.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Post office patrons will have to go inside to drop off letters this week.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
If you look at this one, once in a while the Lions and Firebirds can work together.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
They probably wont' be the stars of next year's Kansas mens basketball team but they're guaranteed to have plenty of local fans rooting them on.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
6News meteorologist Jennifer Shack gives the upcoming forecast for June 28.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, the Orchards golf course is up for sale for nearly $800,000, and a look at new legislation requiring students to wear seatbelts in district passenger vans.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Douglas County and Leavenworth County are on the northern edge of a flash flood watch issued by the National Weather Service set to expire Thursday evening.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Lawrence city leaders announce plan sot make a bid to purchase the site of the idled Farmland plant east of Lawrence.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
We know the identity of a body found a week ago today near the KU campus.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
A restaurant along south Iowa Street was robbed early this morning along with two other Lawrence gas stations.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Thanks to Wyandotte County voters legalized gambling hit the jackpot.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
A Lawrence woman joins a class-action lawsuit against the manufacturers of contaminated food.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
'Tis the season for short sleeves, swimming pools, and new drivers hitting the streets as drivers ed is sort of a summertime rite of passage for teenagers across the country.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Nearly 2,000 extra people are at KU today, thanks to the national student council convention.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
School leaders are hoping not to repeat mistakes of the past when new South Junior High School opens later this year.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Heading into tonight's contest in Los Angeles, the Royals, at 12-11, were the proud owners of a winning record in the month of June. At least part of the credit has to go to the improve play of rookie third baseman Alex Gordon.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Standing at 5'4, Travis Sanders may be the shortest player on the Lawrence Raiders' roster, but he also may have the biggest heart.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
KU junior Egor Agafonov was named a second-team academic all-american by CO-SIDA and ESPN the Magazine.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, plans for a new Wal-Mart in west Lawrence are moving ahead again, and students drivers hit the road.
Monday, June 25, 2007
Brothers Brendan and Quinn Reilly leave this week for South Africa where the two will spend their summer working in an orphanage for kids who have been abused and abandoned because they have AIDS.
Monday, June 25, 2007
KU officials say the $31 million Anderson Family Football Complex is on budget and on target to be ready about one year from now.
Monday, June 25, 2007
Approximately 120 anti-war protesters marched through downtown Lawrence this evening, briefly shutting down traffic as they call for an end to the war in Iraq.
Monday, June 25, 2007
At tonight's Lawrence School Board meeting, board members decided to plan for a $3.5 million property tax increase over what was levied last year.
Monday, June 25, 2007
Yellow House owners Guy and Carrie Neighbors were arrested and charged today. This is the second arrest for the couple.
Monday, June 25, 2007
Lawrence city leaders prepare to lay the groundwork for city expansion South of the Wakarusa River.
Monday, June 25, 2007
It's not even officially on the books yet and Lawrence's recently approved domestic partnership registry could face a challenge during next year's legislative session.
Monday, June 25, 2007
A recent Yahoo! internet promotion and contest has listed Lawrence as the eight 'greenest' city in the United States.
Monday, June 25, 2007
This year alone, 178,000 women got the diagnosis that they have breast cancer. And while women have a wealth of information and support groups for the matter, breast cancer can often be an embarrassing and often fatal problem for men.
Monday, June 25, 2007
Nationally recognized crop artist Stan Herd brought his work to Pendleton's Country Market East of Lawrence.
Monday, June 25, 2007
A maker of high-end audio speakers is looking to tune in to a well-to-do portion of the mainstream market.
Monday, June 25, 2007
A bit of weather history, brought to you by a local youth.
Monday, June 25, 2007
After a slow 1-5 start, the Lawrence Raiders have won 7 of their last 9 games, but fell short of winning the Al Ice Woodbat Classic in the title game.
Monday, June 25, 2007
Former KU linebacker Nick Reid made his case once again that he belongs in the NFL after a sensational outing in the World Bowl.
Monday, June 25, 2007
Maintaining a career in professional basketball often means plenty of moving around, and that's certainly the case for former KU guard Mike Lee. And now, a shoulder injury may cause Lee to retire from hoops altogether.
Monday, June 25, 2007
The lawmaker who unsuccessfully sought to prevent Lawrence from approving a domestic partnership registry said Monday he will try to have it repealed by the Legislature. “I’m not by any stretch of the imagination considering this a done deal,” state Rep. Lance Kinzer, R-Olathe, said.
Monday, June 25, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, Lawrence city leaders prepare to lay out the ground work for city expansion south of the Wakarusa River and Lawrence gets a top ranking for being one of the greenest cities in the US.
Monday, June 25, 2007
Lawrence Police said the federal agents were at the home of Guy and Carrie Neighbors — owners of Yellow House Store — in the 1100 block of Andover St., just before 9 a.m. today.
Sunday, June 24, 2007
New advances in DNA technology helped Lawrence police zero-in on a serial rape suspect.
Sunday, June 24, 2007
Emergency crews rescue a man trapped in his truck tonight along Highway 56.
Sunday, June 24, 2007
It was one of the worst fires in Lawrence history - now the Boardwalk fire has set a record for the most money the state has compensated victims for a single crime.
Sunday, June 24, 2007
Parents will soon have a chance to keep a close eye on their children who get behind the wheel.
Sunday, June 24, 2007
As the debate heats up over global warming, the search is on for alternative energy sources.
Sunday, June 24, 2007
Lecompton celebrates the town's history this weekend with Territorial Days.
Sunday, June 24, 2007
As 8-year-olds, two aspiring business women developed a fundraising event to help children receive and education, and two years later they're still at it.
Sunday, June 24, 2007
Dozens of amateur radio operators gather in Lawrence for a field day.
Sunday, June 24, 2007
Two weeks ago the Lawrence Raiders were 1-5 and the thought of playing in the Al Ice Championship game seemed all but impossible, but after winning seven of their last eight, the Raiders found themselves in the finals at Hoglund Ballpark.
Sunday, June 24, 2007
After day one of the KGA Public Links Championship, a familiar face was near the top of the leader board.
Friday, June 22, 2007
Those on either side of the ban finally agree on something - the significance of today's decision upholding the ban. But the two sides certainly don't see eye-to-eye on the long-term implications for Lawrence or the rest of the state.
Friday, June 22, 2007
A 22-year-old man was driving his motorcycle south on County Road 1029 when he missed the curve on the 'Farmers Turnpike' just after 8:30 p.m.
Friday, June 22, 2007
A Lawrence developer filed proposals with county planners to convert 900 acres near the Lawrence Municipal Airport into a hub for distribution centers, warehouses, light manufacturing plants, and offices.
Friday, June 22, 2007
It's time again for an annual Lawrence tradition - St. John's Mexican Fiesta. The fiesta has been taking place each year in Lawrence for more than 30 years.
Friday, June 22, 2007
The Lawrence Memorial Hospital is in the midst of a three-year expansion project - which also required expansion of fundraising efforts. Tonight, hospital employees provided free dinner and tours to anyone wanting to see the progress.
Friday, June 22, 2007
They survived the nation's worst tornado in years - only to be turned over to a shelter in severe disrepair. Now, 12 cats and 15 dogs from Greensburg and Pratt have found a temporary home at the Lawrence Humane Society.
Friday, June 22, 2007
Furry friends took over local businesses today as part of national 'Take your dog to work day.'
Friday, June 22, 2007
Students are taking music classes and rehearsing all week for concerts tonight and tomorrow morning as part of the 2007 KU Midwestern Music Camp.
Friday, June 22, 2007
The Lawrence Raiders were defeated by the Sam's Service Giants during the Al Ice Woodbat Classic by a score of 10-2.
Friday, June 22, 2007
Tonganoxie High senior-to-be Roxie Grizzle took third in the women's javelin throw.
Friday, June 22, 2007
Alvamar Country Club head pro Randy Towner answers Adam's question regarding green-side etiquette.
Friday, June 22, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, in an opinion released this morning, the state Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality in Lawrence's smoking ban, and animals rescued from Greensburg are ready for adoption.
Friday, June 22, 2007
In an opinion released this morning, the court sided with the city on all matters that had been challenged by Lawrence bar owner Dennis Steffes.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Lawrence police say new technology in testing DNA is what led them to catch a suspect wanted in connection with the rapes of three Lawrence women in the mid-90's.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
A one vehicle accident tonight in western Douglas County sends one man to a Kansas City area hospital.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
If you've noticed construction work in the northbound lanes, that's because the contractor recently noticed several unexpected cracks in the new pavement.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
The Lawrence transit system provided free rides on the 'T' to everyone today, as part of the second annual National Dump the Pump Day.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
About 20 people gathered this morning at the Haskell-Baker Wetlands for a ceremony to observe the 2007 National day of Prayer to protect Native American sacred places.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Investigators say they won't be able to find the cause of a fire at a home North of Lawrence that started around 6:30 last night.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
A Lawrence woman fell victim to an armed robbery this morning in the 800 block of Massachusetts St. in downtown Lawrence.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
A jury rules in favor of Lawrence Memorial Hospital in the case of a former city employee who sued Lawrence Memorial Hospital for more than $450,000 in damages.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
It's been nearly 11 weeks since a hard freeze stung the area's what crop, and today the damage is being exposed.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Anxious fans got together tonight at Border's Bookstore to debate about 'Snape' - one of the most confusing characters in the Harry Potter books.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
The Lawrence Raiders defeated the Dodge City Rangers in a tight battle during the Al Ice Woodbat Classic, 4-3.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
The Calgary Vipers defeated the Kansas City T-Bones by a final score of 8-6.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Late Tuesday evening, Bill Self landed the first of what will likely be many recruits for the 2008 season: Travis Releford.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, $5 million construction project on Kasold Road has hit an unexpected snag, Lawrence Transit System joins a nationwide effort to encourage public transit.
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Lawrence police crack a cold case, catching an accused serial rapist in Sacramento, Calif.
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Leaders in the Lawrence community lay out plans to improve housing for the local homeless.
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Fire erupts tonight in a home north of Lawrence, setting off thousands of rounds of ammunition.
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
The Douglas County coroner began the process of attempting to identify a body found Tuesday in a shed behind a home near the KU campus.
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
It's been a weighty issue for the city of Tonganoxie, but leaders say they've found a pleasant solution for the Pleasant Street bridge.
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Kansas has a number of school districts that are achieving a high level of efficiency - says a new study by Standard and Poor's that measures student achievement and school spending.
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Safer travel between Lawrence and Ottawa is officially on the way as ground-breaking ceremony today kicked off construction of 18 new miles of road, that will eventually become Highway 59.
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
One Lawrence business leader receives a $100,000 pay raise today.
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Clay that supported KU graduates for centuries is making its way across town for a new task.
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
National pollinator week is coming up and world famous crop artist Stan Herd is helping raise awareness with his latest work.
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Paying for college at several schools in Kansas just got a little easier for some soon-to-be freshmen.
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Bill Self picked up his first recruit from the class of 2008 after Bishop Miege senior-to-be Travis Releford verbally committed to the Jayhawks Tuesday evening.
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Former Jayhawks guard Aaron Miles was a part of the camp pick-up game last week, but thanks to a mini-camp with the Milwaukee Bucks, the Portland, Ore., native missed out on today's contest at the Horjesi Center.
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
A month ago, he was shagging fly balls for the Kansas Jayhawks at Hoglund Ballpark and now he's a part of the Texas Rangers baseball organization.
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, construction begins on U.S. 59 between Lawrence and Ottawa, and city commissioners will speak with advocates for homeless issues.
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Tonight, Commissioners considered a plan to expand the pesticide-free parks program.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
After a complaint of a foul smell, police found a body inside a shed on a rental property on the 1200 block of Louisiana Street.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Trial is underway in Douglas County District Court for a former Lawrence city employee injured in a March, 2001 accident.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
In a worse-case scenario, Douglas County Corrections would face a budget deficit of $130,000 just a year from now if the department doesn't receive more funding from the state.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
More than 600 children picked up educational and entertaining lessons this morning during the annual Juneteenth Celebration in South Park.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
A documentary by two Lawrence High filmmakers just might inspire a change in national military recruiting laws.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
You can buy cookies, crackers, and chips - all made without artery-clogging trans-fats and now, the Lawrence School District is getting in on the game.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Children with speech, hearing, and language disabilities are participating in a Road Trip USA-themed day camp here in Lawrence.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
If you've noticed increased activity overhead in our area, it's members of the Kansas National Guard wrapping up their two weeks of annual training.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
The Kansas City T-Bones were defeated by the Calgary Vipers Tuesday evening.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
With Julian Wright headed to the NBA, it's time for sophomore Darrell Arthur to contend for a starting spot in Bill Self's lineup.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, more than 600 children participate in Juneteenth celebrations, and city leaders continue to wrangle with budget cuts.
Monday, June 18, 2007
He was convicted of killing three people by setting one of the worst fires in the city's history - yet Jason Rose could be out of prison as soon as seven years from now.
Monday, June 18, 2007
Property owners in some of Lawrence's oldest neighborhoods may soon have an incentive to complete home-remodeling projects. City leaders also consider whether to require all of Lawrence's rental properties to register with the city.
Monday, June 18, 2007
Negotiators for the school district and the local teachers union - the Lawrence Education Association - spend their summer vacation at the bargaining table.
Monday, June 18, 2007
The film-studies faculty recently voted to buy their own island in 'Second Life,' a 3D virtual world that lets users build things, communicate with other users, and exchange virtual currency that can be traded for real-life money.
Monday, June 18, 2007
For the first time in more than four decades, KU students are about to get a new bus driver: MV Transportation.
Monday, June 18, 2007
An event to raise money for domestic abuse awareness lands a group of skydivers in the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame.
Monday, June 18, 2007
Hundreds of youngsters are in Lawrence this week for Bill Self's basketball camp. It was only a few years ago that current Jayhawks Brady Morningstar and Brennan Bechard were attending the camp ... now they are helping run it.
Monday, June 18, 2007
While the players are busy with summer workouts, KU coaches are hosting high school camps in search of future flocks of 'Hawks.
Monday, June 18, 2007
The Spring academic semester was a good one for University of Kansas sports teams with 61% of players making the AD Honor Roll.
Monday, June 18, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, a judge sentences a Lawrence man to 10 years in prison for setting the deadly Boardwalk Apartment fire and Lawrence city leaders continue efforts to reach terms on a new labor agreement.
Monday, June 18, 2007
A request for three new sirens costing $20,000 each will be included in the county’s 2008 budget proposal when it is presented to commissioners later this month.
Monday, June 18, 2007
Jason Allen Rose was sentenced Monday to 122 months in prison, the maximum sentence he could have received for setting the Boardwalk Apartments fire in 2005.
Sunday, June 17, 2007
Police arrest a man suspected of breaking into cars early this morning in a motel parking lot.
Sunday, June 17, 2007
Well if you spent part or maybe all of this weekend on an at-home-project, consider yourself a weekend warrior and if you're like most, the last 48 hours have involved at least one trip to the hardware store and possibly to the emergency room as well.
Sunday, June 17, 2007
Not everyone can afford health care. We've seen the reports about the sky-rocketing cost of insurance and the ever-growing number of those going without it all together.
Sunday, June 17, 2007
The man convicted of setting the fire that burned down a building at the Boardwalk Apartment Complex, killing three people in the process, will learn his fate tomorrow.
Sunday, June 17, 2007
Residents found everything they needed to float their boat this weekend.
Sunday, June 17, 2007
Even in 2007, the field of aviation is dominated by men, but Boomergirl.com editor Cathy Hamilton recently met two women who haven't let their gender or their age stop them from pursuing their dreams.
Sunday, June 17, 2007
To the gridiron now, where during summer workouts coaches cannot supervise their players so instead the KU coaching staff turned their focus to future of the program.
Sunday, June 17, 2007
While coach Mangino may have been recruiting kids for the class of 2008, KU men's basketball coach Bill Self was just next door searching for prospects for the class of 2018 and beyond.
Sunday, June 17, 2007
Lawrence police officers have arrested a Topeka man suspected of a vehicle theft and other crimes after an incident at 6:35 a.m. today that investigators were still trying to sort out this afternoon.
Friday, June 15, 2007
Crews began removing asbestos from the building yesterday - and once that is complete, the school will begin to come down - brick by brick.
Friday, June 15, 2007
Three Tonganoxie girls continue to recover after the Ford bronco they were riding in flipped several times on K-10 Highway.
Friday, June 15, 2007
Kansas University has hired MV Transportation to run 'KU on Wheels' for the coming year.
Friday, June 15, 2007
Neighbors gathered at Clinton park to celebrate the recent renovations. The park now features a new shelter house, restrooms, landscaping, and updated playground equipment.
Friday, June 15, 2007
President Bush visited the Boys and Girls Club of South Central Kansas to thank the people who support its programs.
Friday, June 15, 2007
The city tested out the program with volunteers at 34 parks for the past two years. Now, those volunteers want the city to take it over permanently and expand it to every park.
Friday, June 15, 2007
It's been more than a year since City Commissioners signed an agreement to curb local carbon emissions by 7% by the year 2012 - but Lawrence is still far from becoming a 'cool city.'
Friday, June 15, 2007
Organizers and vendors started setting up for the Kansas City Midwest Cat Club's Annual international Cat Show.
Friday, June 15, 2007
Summer Youth Theatre kicks off its season this weekend with performances of "101 Dalmatians."
Friday, June 15, 2007
Bill Self and hundreds of his closest friends hit the links at Eagle Bend to raise money for the Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department.
Friday, June 15, 2007
This week, Lawrence Country Club head pro Jon Zylstra helps Ryan from Lawrence with his wedge game.
Friday, June 15, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, the process to tear down the old South Junior High School is underway, and city leaders may face a hefty price tag if they wish to expand the pesticide-free park program.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
It happened after the car they were riding in rolled over along K-10 HWY. A witness called in the accident just after seven Thursday evening.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
23 Trains from the 'Thomas the Train' toy line have been recalled. Because of possible lead poisoning, the toys could be lethal if children put them in their mouths.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
More than 40 graduates of the Adult Learning Center donned their caps and gowns and marched across the stage after successfully completing the testing for their general education diplomas.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
Verizon Wireless filed a federal lawsuit today against the Douglas County Commission after twice being denied a cell phone tower near the intersection of HWY 59 and HWY 56 in southern Douglas County.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
The Lawrence Community Shelter will become the 27th Douglas County organization funded by the United Way.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
Whether you realize it or not, you've probably seen the artwork of Jan Gaumnitz around Lawrence. But now, residents and visitors to our German sister city have a permanent piece from this Lawrence original.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
It's all part of the Latino Youth Leadership Summit - an annual event that allows a group of about 25 Kansas college students to learn more about what it takes to be successful in higher education - and life.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
A Lawrence High graduate is about to get in the ground floor of the world's fastest-growing economy. Zach Elmore starts Monday as an intern for 'The Bank of China.'
Thursday, June 14, 2007
Hair Experts held its annual 'Hair-A-Thon' today to benefit Habitat for Humanity. The stylists are donating 100% of their profits to building a new Habitat House in Lawrence.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
Douglas County Senior Services held a 'Medicare Information Day' at the Holidome in Lawrence.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
A compromise is in the works at City Hall that could lead Lawrence voters to decide on a new half-cent sales tax.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
For the first time in nine years, the Big 12 has no Commissioner. Today, Kevin Weiberg handed in his resignation to leave office on July 15th.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
Kansas beat Missouri during the 'GKCFCA All-Star Football Game' in a low-scoring, defensive battle with a final score of 6-3.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
Roughly 100 of the best players from around the country are in Lawrence for Bonnie Henrickson's Elite Camp.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
Billy Thomas, a KU guard from 1995-1998, is looking for another opportunity to play for an NBA team. This time, it's the Milwaukee Bucks showing interest in the former Jayhawk.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, residents and visitors of Lawrence's sister city Eutin, Germany, can now view a local artist's sculpture, and an update on efforts to send a city sales tax increase to voters.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius today appointed five new members to the Kansas Board of Regents and reappointed another as she called on higher education officials to ensure that more Kansans have opportunities to seek post-secondary education.
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
The new South Junior High School is being built under watchful eyes. Lawrence school leaders are paying for someone to be on site 24 hours a day, 7 days a week till construction is complete.
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Construction to replace century-old waterlines on Massachusetts Street is now running 30 days ahead of schedule.
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
A Lawrence man accused of making bomb threats that evacuated three Douglas County school buildings in April will remain without bond until his pending trial.
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Hallmark cards is taking some of its ribbon-making work out of Lawrence.
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
'Molly McGee's' shut it's doors on Monday after 18 years of business in Lawrence.
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
The man charged in the kidnapping and murder of 18-year-old Kelsey Smith of Overland Park makes a formal first appearance with his attorney tomorrow in Johnson County District Court.
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
For a Lawrence thrill-seeker, jumping out of a plane isn't enough! He's diving into a new charity and doing it in a very big way.
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Several former Jayhawk basketball players returned to Allen Fieldhouse to take part in an alumni/freshmen vs. returning players pick-up game on Wednesday.
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
He's been called the glue of the KU basketball team, but last March in San Jose, even Russell Robinson couldn't hold the Jayhawks together in a 13-point loss to UCLA in the Elite Eight. Now, the baby-faced senior is back for one more ride - hoping to take that next step in his final go-around.
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
The Lawrence Raiders easily defeated the Spivey All-Stars 12-2 in the first match-up, but were blown out in the second game, 13-3.
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, the new South Junior High is being built under watchful eyes, and more about the downtown waterline reconstruction project.
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Hallmark Cards Inc. is closing one of its two plants in Leavenworth and transferring some production work out of its Lawrence plant, the company announced today.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
A man convicted 30 years ago of committing one of the most heinous crimes in Lawrence history could soon be out of prison.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
In news fresh out of city hall, Lawrence city commissioners decide to cut funding to two dozen social service agencies by four percent this year.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
It's a resurrection of sorts for a piece of downtown artwork.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
A man arrested Friday in Lawrence during a traffic stop now faces federal charges in connection with a bank robbery last week in Edgerton.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Area food pantries dish up better ways to "serve" the community as officials from nearly all of Lawrence's food pantries met today to share ideas about helping then hungry.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
It's been on our minds - the shock of 18-year-old Kelsey Smith's broad daylight abduction and murder June 2 in Kansas City.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
6News meteorologist Matt Elwell gives the upcoming forecast.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
It's a program that's been around for one year and Lawrence school leaders say now, the district's education is as nourishing for the body as it is for the mind.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Twenty-five KU engineering students are currently in Fontana, Calif., to take part in the Society of Automotive Engineer's Formula Car Challenge West competition.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Kansas junior cornerback Aqib Talib has been named to the Bronko Nagurski preseason watch list.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Three weeks ago, Brandon Rush was ready to strut his stuff at the NBA pre-draft camp in Orlando. But after suffering a torn ACL in a pick-up game in Kansas City, Rush decided to return to Mount Oread for his junior season. Now, the easy part, surgery, is over and the long road of rehab begins.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
City Hall reporter Chad Lawhorn provides live coverage of the discussion.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, getting on the bus could soon cost Lawrence riders twice as much, and detainees currently locked in Guantanomo may end up in western Kansas.
Monday, June 11, 2007
Nightlife safety and rising property taxes top City Commissioners' list of concerns for downtown Lawrence - and they say the best way to solve some of these issues is to get more people downtown.
Monday, June 11, 2007
Wellness is a hot topic among parents and students in Lawrence public schools and school leaders say that means their controversial policy to help improve nutrition and fitness is a hit.
Monday, June 11, 2007
Douglas County Commissioners approve changes to county zoning regulations this morning extending fireworks sales one extra day.
Monday, June 11, 2007
The Community Mercantile Co-op grocery store is awaiting the city's OK for a renovation and remodeling project.
Monday, June 11, 2007
An 8-year-old boy and his mother are in fair condition tonight at Kansas City hospitals recovering from injuries suffered Sunday morning in a rollover accident on K-10.
Monday, June 11, 2007
Campers began straggling out of town this morning - and many of them were looking to hitch a ride. But as the music fans head back home - or to the next concert - the real job is just starting.
Monday, June 11, 2007
Area volunteers surpass their goal this weekend raising money to find a cure for childhood cancer.
Monday, June 11, 2007
Susan Craig began her career as a KU art librarian in 1981. Soon after, a visitor asked her about an artist she had never heart of ... that's when she decided to begin her project.
Monday, June 11, 2007
A summer camp this week at KU hopes to be a catalyst, launching young women into the study of engineering and science.
Monday, June 11, 2007
For the first time since the 'T' service began in 2001, riders may face a fare increase to keep up with demand and expand services.
Monday, June 11, 2007
Bill Self's usual roster of 14 jumps up to about 800 this week for Bill Self's Summer Camp.
Monday, June 11, 2007
Wally Marciel, a pitcher for the Kansas Jayhawk baseball team, has been named to the All-American 2nd Team.
Monday, June 11, 2007
Recent Lawrence High graduate Daniel Parker has decided to play collegiate baseball for Illinois.
Monday, June 11, 2007
A rough start for the Lawrence Raiders isn't enough to stifle the team's confidence. The team looks to quickly bounce back from a bad weekend of legion play.
Monday, June 11, 2007
Helena Malinokova won not one, but two titles at the Lawrence Tennis Tournament over the weekend.
Monday, June 11, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, Lawrence school leaders tonight will re-visit the district's plan to improve and maintain student health and an in depth look at goals for Lawrence for the upcoming year.
Monday, June 11, 2007
Now will be allowed July 1 through 4.
Sunday, June 10, 2007
An accident this morning sends two people to the hospital.
Sunday, June 10, 2007
As the festival wraps up, organizers call today's grand finale simply harmonious. This time last year organizers, concert goers, and law enforcement were at odds.
Sunday, June 10, 2007
Fifty Kansas National Guard soldiers are back home tonight after a year-long deployment in Iraq.
Sunday, June 10, 2007
An old piece of east Lawrence will soon under-go redevelopment.
Sunday, June 10, 2007
6News teamed up with Westlake Hardware and the Salvation Army to help the less fortunate beat the heat this summer.
Sunday, June 10, 2007
It's a problem that has more and more local residents losing out on the American dream. Across the country foreclosures are on the rise and Douglas County is no exception.
Sunday, June 10, 2007
They were the generation that popularized loud stereos, rock concerts, and drum solos, but as Boomergirl.com editor Cathy Hamilton reports, now their ear drums may be paying the price.
Sunday, June 10, 2007
Today's early morning rain delayed the start of the Lawrence Open tennis finals about 90 minutes, but after the sky cleared it was area college kid taking home the tournament title.
Sunday, June 10, 2007
To the links now, where yesterday out at Alvamar a couple of former KU golfers returned to their home course to take the KGA four-ball championship.
Sunday, June 10, 2007
A 26-year-old woman and an 8-year-old boy, both from Fort Hall, Idaho, were taken by air ambulance to area hospitals after an accident just before noon Sunday on Kansas Highway 10 southwest of Lawrence, near Clinton Lake.
Friday, June 8, 2007
Budget cuts to social service agencies like the Salvation Army and the Boys and Girls Club could hurt a little less than expected.
Friday, June 8, 2007
Lawrence residents are putting on their walking shoes tonight, but this isn't your ordinary stroll.
Friday, June 8, 2007
Who would've thought that something simple as walking could lead to a cure for cancer? That's the hope for the hundreds of people who turned out tonight for the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life.
Friday, June 8, 2007
Clear blue skies, no traffic problems and only one arrest - those involved in this year's Wakarusa Music and Camping Festival call this year's event a 180-degree turn around from last year's.
Friday, June 8, 2007
A preliminary hearing gets underway for the Lawrence man accused of killing a KU student in a hit-and-run accident in September.
Friday, June 8, 2007
A special commission formed by Governor Kathleen Sebelius to look into school safety plans gets together today for the first time.
Friday, June 8, 2007
They're going where no one from their school has gone - for a decade. Lawrence High seniors Brandon Schwager and Shane Billig are going to the national debate tournament in Wichita later this month.
Friday, June 8, 2007
Looking for something to do this weekend? Then you might check out Tonganoxie Days at the Leavenworth County fairgrounds and downtown Tonganoxie.
Friday, June 8, 2007
This mornings quarterfinal round at the Kansas Golf Association's four-ball championship produced this final four: top-seeded former KU golfers Conrad Roberts and Chad Roesler vs. 13-seed Zach Cleland and Mitch Boles, the other side of the bracket an all wheat-shockers semifinal.
Friday, June 8, 2007
To the diamond now where four Kansas Jayhawks are selected on day two on Major League Baseball's amateur draft.
Friday, June 8, 2007
Let's head to Sacramento, Calif., now where the NCAA track championships saw three Jayhawks place in their respective events.
Friday, June 8, 2007
"I love the golf courses in Lawrence except on windy days. Then, I hate them! I've gotten to the point where if I wake up, look out the window, and see the trees bending, I don't even get out of bed. Please help me! How can I play better in the wind?"
Friday, June 8, 2007
Authorities respond to head-on crash
Friday, June 8, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, a new plan would ease proposed budget cuts by 4% rather than 6%, and hundreds will hit the track tonight for the Relay for Life.
Friday, June 8, 2007
The Kansas Supreme Court issued no rulings Friday on the city’s smoking ban, nor the murder conviction of Martin Miller. Oral arguments in the cases were held before the court in April, and Friday was the earliest date when the court could have issued rulings.
Thursday, June 7, 2007
Thousands of concert goers descend on Lawrence and set up camp for the weekend, but one couple sets up camp not just for the entire festival - but permanently, for the year.
Thursday, June 7, 2007
As rain clouds moved into the area, so did thousands of campers for this weekend's fourth annual Wakarusa Music and Camping Festival.
Thursday, June 7, 2007
Johnson County District Attorney Phill Kline says he is considering seeking the death penalty for the man suspected of killing an Overland Park teen.
Thursday, June 7, 2007
A former Lawrence High School teacher accused of having sex with a 15-year-old student waived her right to a preliminary hearing this morning.
Thursday, June 7, 2007
A motorcycle accident in western Douglas County this morning sends one person to the hospital via air ambulance.
Thursday, June 7, 2007
Early this morning in downtown Lawrence, one person was flown by emergency helicopter to a Kansas City area hospital after being injured in a fight.
Thursday, June 7, 2007
The bus system designed to help students travel between KU and Johnson County Community College continues to thrive despite schools being on summer break.
Thursday, June 7, 2007
It started as a front-yard lemonade stand, and ten million dollars later, has grown into much more.
Thursday, June 7, 2007
A 25-year tradition strums back into town this afternoon - the brown bag concert series kicked off a new season at 9th and Massachusetts streets this week.
Thursday, June 7, 2007
The city kicks off another summer event right around the corner.
Thursday, June 7, 2007
Alvamar now, where the field of 80 has been narrowed to a final eight at Kansas Golf Association's four-ball championship.
Thursday, June 7, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, a motorcycle accident in western Douglas County sends one person to the hospital via air ambulance, and the latest weather forecast.
Thursday, June 7, 2007
But the release wasn’t dangerous, an official with an area pipeline company said.
Thursday, June 7, 2007
One person was flown to a Kansas City area hospital after a reported battery around 12:30 this morning near 10th and Massachusetts streets.
Thursday, June 7, 2007
Douglas County Sheriff's officers have said a 49-year-old Berryton woman was injured and flown to the Kansas University Hospital in Kansas City, Kan., after a motorcycle accident this morning near the Douglas and Shawnee county line.
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
Thousands and thousands of people are expected to begin arriving at Clinton Lake early Thursday morning for the 4th installment of the Wakarusa Music and Camping Festival.
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
Wal-Mart officially submits its plans for a proposed store at the corner of 6th and Wakarusa in NW Lawrence.
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
Police in suburban Kansas City believe they have found the body of missing teenager Kelsey Smith.
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
Families of those who have lost the battle ... survivors and supporters ... everyone at the upcoming Relay for Life walk has a story about their experiences with cancer. 6News brings you the story of Isaac, a young boy living with Leukemia.
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
Today's strong wind gusts kept Lawrence fire-fighters and Westar officials hopping.
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
He alluded Sheriff's deputies for over 7 hours, sending them on a chase over a 3-mile area on foot. As you can imagine, this was no ordinary suspect. In fact ... it was a horse!
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
Charlton Manley Insurance is being sold to a national insurance brokerage.
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
The city's annual free Brown Bag Concert Series kicks off for the summer tomorrow in downtown Lawrence.
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
The Lawrence Raiders lost the first match-up against the K.C. Barnstormers, 13-8, but bounced back to win the second 9-8.
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
Today's strong winds took their toll on the golf links as day two of the 4-Ball Championship kicked off.
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
It's become a Channel 6 Sports Department tradition - to accept an invitation to the Free State High girl's summer basketball camp. On Tuesday, Adam Krueger, Kevin Romary, and DJ Whetter battled the ladies on the hardwood!
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, supporters and survivors will take part in the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life this Friday, and an up-close look at designs for the proposed Wal-Mart at Sixth and Wakarusa.
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
Staff members with the Lawrence-Douglas County Planning Department began reviewing the new plans for the controversial project today.
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
U.S. Sen. Sam Brownback, R-Kan., stressed that message three times this morning during a short conference call with Kansas media when asked about missing several Senate votes since the session.
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
Charlton Manley’s offices in Lawrence, Overland Park and Topeka will remain open with all of their current employees, managers and clients.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
The cuts have caused two layoffs, higher prices for vaccines, and a 6% reduction in funding for social service agencies. Now, Commissioner Boog Highberger says city leaders may be overreacting as they try to trim 3.5 million dollars from this year's budget.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
The accident happened around 11:30 p.m. Monday night when two Camaros collided in the 800 block of Iowa Street.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
Lawrence police arrest six men after they reportedly forced their way into an apartment and began attacking people with baseball bats.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
Kelsey Smith, who is 18 years old, disappeared Saturday night after taking packages to her car outside a Target store.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
The Supreme Court ruled the Environmental Protection Agency should reconsider its stance against regulating greenhouse gases. The Lawrence Energy Center is Kansas' third highest emitter of Carbon Dioxide.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
Collapsing abandoned mines threatened the town of Treece, Kansas, in Cherokee County. The Kansas Congressional Delegation wants the federal government to close the town by buying out residents.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
Two KU professors get top marks for more than a quarter century of work on state assessment exams.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
A door manufacturer and an advertising agency are among eleven Lawrence businesses receiving state honors today.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
Fred Thompson is a former Tennessee senator with dreams of the White House. But he has Lawrence resident Bill Lacy to thank for his terms in Tennessee.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
A Kansas woman was on the same flight as the man infected with a rare and dangerous form of Tuberculosis.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
A year ago, two kids from Wichita State dominated the field to win the Kansas Golf Association's 4-Ball Championship at Alvamar Public. Today, the 2007 version teed off.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
The Kansas City T-Bones had no problem defeating the Gary-Southshore RailCats, winning by a score of 7-1.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
If you only look at the Free State high boys basketball team's record last season, you'll see a mediocre 13-12. What you won't see is how the Firebirds flew through sub-state, eventually taking home third place at the State Tournament. This week at the team's summer camp, coach Chuck Law has the tough task of trying to teach his team a new style of play.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
Resignation comes in wake of controversy.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, public works leaders say they need another $3.6 million to keep Lawrence's streets from crumbling into disrepair, and a look ahead at a big reunion at Lawrence High School.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
But commissioners say they won't raise taxes
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
Two people were transported by air ambulance to area hospitals after a two-vehicle accident late Monday night.
Monday, June 4, 2007
A revenue shortfall in this year's budget has Lawrence City Commissioners looking ahead to next year. Lawrence's public transit system is one of several agencies in city government that will need more funding.
Monday, June 4, 2007
A local program that puts 21 mental health counselors in area high schools, junior highs, and elementary schools is surrounded by funding questions.
Monday, June 4, 2007
Lawrence school officials are preparing for a major administration overhaul beginning July 1st.
Monday, June 4, 2007
Douglas County Commissioners want to relocate the public works department to one site on county-owned land near the Douglas County Jail.
Monday, June 4, 2007
After falling into bankruptcy, a Lawrence business is under new ownership and showing signs of growth.
Monday, June 4, 2007
Rains and frost slowed construction of the Eudora pool, pushing back the opening from July 1st to July 4th.
Monday, June 4, 2007
Local emergency management officials report more than $300,000 in flood damage from storms that hit the county in early May.
Monday, June 4, 2007
350 delegates of Sunflower Girls State are busy this week setting up their own city, county, and state government offices.
Monday, June 4, 2007
The annual Cub Scout Day Camp began today at the Douglas County Fairgrounds - and the scouts are ready to go.
Monday, June 4, 2007
Kansas has CO2 emissions of nearly 80 million metro-tons, or more than 29 metro-tons per person.
Monday, June 4, 2007
A bit of weather history, brought to you by a local youth.
Monday, June 4, 2007
Jayhawk guards Mario Chalmers and Sharron Collins have been invited to tryout for Team USA's Pan American squad.
Monday, June 4, 2007
Just on the other side of the river, the Kansas City T-Bones share the Royals' pain ... and currently sit in last place in their division.
Monday, June 4, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, a revenue shortfall in this year's budget has Lawrence City Commissioners looking ahead to next year's spending plans and an update on Star Signs as the company tries to work through its bankruptcy.
Sunday, June 3, 2007
Well if you've filled up recently, chances are your wallet is running on empty.
Sunday, June 3, 2007
You can find just about anything on the internet - directions to travel destinations, statistics for a baseball player that died one hundred years ago and of course the latest medical advice.
Sunday, June 3, 2007
The anti-war protesters who stand outside of the Douglas County Court House each week marched their message through town Saturday.
Sunday, June 3, 2007
Beekeepers from around the state swarmed to Lawrence this weekend for their annual day of workshops and presentations.
Sunday, June 3, 2007
Just next door - shade, herb, and rain gardens were all on display at the annual Douglas County Extension Master Gardeners 2007 garden tour.
Sunday, June 3, 2007
Two top executives from a company with big plans for Lawrence say they have plenty of reason to be optimistic.
Sunday, June 3, 2007
It's an exercise trend that's really picked up the pace. Outdoor boot-camps have kicked into high gear as the new way to work out.
Sunday, June 3, 2007
To the American Legion diamond now where although sunny skies dominated the area today, the Lawrence Raiders still have yet to take the field in 2007.
Sunday, June 3, 2007
Switching gears to the gridiron now where yesterday KU held its annual high school 7-on-7 passing tournament.
Sunday, June 3, 2007
Meanwhile on the hardwood last night, two former Jayhawks reached the NBA finals for the first time in their respective careers.
Friday, June 1, 2007
Around 9:15 this morning, a Kansas University maintenance worker reported he saw a white man carrying what appeared to be a long gun walking on the South section of campus.
Friday, June 1, 2007
The Wal-Mart debate is headed back to City Hall and City Commissioners soon will have a new set of plans to review.
Friday, June 1, 2007
One more city employee has been laid off as the result of budget cutting at City Hall, but city manager David Corliss is hopeful that other layoffs won't be needed.
Friday, June 1, 2007
Catching a flight to the 'Entertainment Capital of the World' will soon not be as easy as the short drive to Topeka.
Friday, June 1, 2007
A Quail Run paraeducator is going above and beyond by finding a special way to connect with a 4th grader -- through dinosaurs.
Friday, June 1, 2007
The Lawrence Schools Foundation is starting up a new fund to help retain and attract quality teachers, and they're looking to the links for financial help.
Friday, June 1, 2007
One of the quintessential sounds of summer in Lawrence - the Lawrence City Band - has returned for another season. The concerts, always at 8 p.m. Wednesdays in South Park, kicked off this week and run through July 18.
Friday, June 1, 2007
Kansas Jayhawk basketball player Brandon Rush underwent surgery today to repair a torn ACL. The procedure has been deemed a success.
Friday, June 1, 2007
In the 2006 season, the Lawrence High football team finished above .500, won a playoff game, and featured one of the best air attacks in the Sunflower League. The 2007 version, however, wants more. This week, the first steps were taken at LHS' summer football camp.
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