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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 19, 2006
Not even a week into the NCAA Tournament, and fans have been shell-shocked by the outcome of almost every game.
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.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
KU officials have canceled Monday classes while facilities and operations crews concentrate on cleaning up debris.
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
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, Feb. 26, 2006
Here's a brief history lesson for you. In 1940 the national spelling bee winning word was therapy and in 2005 the winning word was appoggiatura. Twenty-nine area students battled it out this weekend for the Douglas County spelling bee title.
Sunday, Feb. 26, 2006
For spring break how about a trip to El Salvador? It's more what you might call a "working vacation." In just three weeks 13 KU students will travel to our Sister City, El Papaturro, El Salvador for the second annual alternative spring break trip.
Monday, Feb. 20, 2006
Sunday night we introduced you to Debbi Rodak, a woman who went from a size 28 to a size in a matter of months. The change was possible thanks to a procedure called gastric bypass, but as she dropped over 100 pounds another problem developed. That's when she turned to local plastic surgeon, Dr. John Keller.
Sunday, Feb. 19, 2006
A story of one women's battle with her weight, a battle that always seemed to end in defeat until she decided to try something that many might consider drastic. In the 1960's, gastric bypass was introduced to the medical field. Over 40 years later it has become one of the most utilized weight loss practices on the market.
Sunday, Feb. 5, 2006
More than 30 people piled into the Lawrence Public Library this evening for the second part of the drug policy lecture series.
Sunday, Feb. 5, 2006
For sports fans, the Super Bowl Sunday is one of the most anticipated events of the year. However, for arts fans, it's "Souper Bowl" Saturday.
Sunday, Jan. 22, 2006
Eighteen films were showcased this weekend at the first annual DiMo Awards. Thirty-one kids from surrounding schools participated in the student film festival.
Sunday, Jan. 22, 2006
Over 200 people filed into the First Presbyterian Church for a one-of-a-kind concert Sunday. The East Hills Singers, founded by lvera Voth, celebrated their tenth anniversary.
Sunday, Jan. 22, 2006
Are high energy costs dipping into your pocketbook? If they are, listen closely, because here are a few helpful tips to help you save money.
Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006
A late-night fire left a family of seven homeless. The fire started around 11 p.m. Friday in southwest Douglas County.
Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006
Boy Scouts manned their posts on Saturday, anxiously awaiting to see whose miniature racer would cross the finish line first.
Sunday, Jan. 8, 2006
Nearly three months ago, the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks began draining Douglas State Fishing Lake for repair of the dam. The once 42-foot-deep lake is now only 10 feet deep.
Sunday, Jan. 8, 2006
With a nearly 60 years of combined service, Sgt. Catherine Born and Officer Douglas Miller were honored on Saturday afternoon for a job well done.
Sunday, Jan. 8, 2006
For some it's considered a basketball clinic, but for the 100 Special Olympians it was a dream come true.
Sunday, Jan. 1, 2006
Tracy and Matthew Candelaria are proud parents of a beautiful baby boy, Lawrence's first of 2006.
Sunday, Dec. 11, 2005
For 40 years, Maxine Lee lavishly decorated her house for the holidays. Although she died last month, her home will continue to be decorated for the holidays by her family.
Saturday, Dec. 3, 2005
The tabulations are in and the Wild Women of the Frontier rode away with all of the votes at the Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade on Saturday. The parade, which took place in downtown Lawrence, is as much about history lessons as it is horses.
Monday, Nov. 28, 2005
Eudora city council members approved a half-cent sales tax Monday for a new aquatic center. City administrator Cheryl Beatty says Eudora is in dire need of a community facility because of the city’s growing population.
Sunday, Nov. 27, 2005
Kansas University student Leigh McHatton suffered second and third degree burns in the deadly Boardwalk Apartment fire that killed three people. Despite the terrifying experience, McHatton continues to have a positive outlook on life and hopes to share her story with others.
Monday, Nov. 21, 2005
Dozens of crazed Xbox fans are camping out Monday at the local Best Buy awaiting the Tuesday release of the Xbox 360. Dimitrie Gregory, one of the fans waiting for the Xbox, says the Xbox 360 is like a ‘super computer.’
Sunday, Nov. 20, 2005
If you happen to be craving an ice-cold beer on Sunday, you no longer have to travel to your area liquor store.
Monday, Nov. 14, 2005
A community forum was held Monday at the Lawrence Public Library to address the issue of the uninsured on the state and national level. Kansas Insurance Commissioner Sandy Praeger, who spoke at the event, says the nation needs to find ways to bring health care costs under control.
Sunday, Nov. 13, 2005
Five-year-old Ian Howell has cerebral palsy and has made great strides over the years. But during his journey, there is one therapist in particular that has him champing at the bit.
Saturday, Nov. 5, 2005
For the second straight week, the goalposts came down as Jayhawk fans celebrated KU’s win against Nebraska. It has been 36 years since the Jayhawks have taken out the Cornhuskers and for some fans, this was a party more than three decades in the making.
Monday, Oct. 31, 2005
Hundreds of witches, ghosts and cowboys were roaming downtown Lawrence on Monday in search of the best treats in town.
Sunday, Oct. 30, 2005
Thousands of Jayhawk fans tailgated Saturday while others watched as the Kansas University homecoming parade made its way down Jayhawk Blvd. For some fans, the homecoming weekend was about reuniting with old friends while others just enjoyed watching a good old fashion Border Showdown.
Monday, Oct. 24, 2005
Downtown Eudora could receive a facelift soon. Eudora city council members passed a vote Monday approving the 2005-2009 Downtown Street Project to beautify downtown.
Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005
Twelve local students were able to live out a dream of learning to fly a plane this weekend as part of an alternative school program. The students were rewarded for achieving their goals.
Monday, Oct. 17, 2005
A panel discussion Monday kicked off School Bus Safety Week at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Three safety experts spoke about school bus safety and the controversy behind safety belt use.
Sunday, Oct. 16, 2005
More than 30,000 people flocked to Baldwin this weekend for the annual Maple Leaf Festival. The festival featured a 5k Run, music and lots of turkey legs.
Monday, Oct. 10, 2005
As Eudora grows so does its City Hall. Eudora city council members passed a motion Monday approving a charter order allowing bonds to be used to purchase three additional buildings and to renovate the City Hall basement.
Sunday, Oct. 2, 2005
The Kids Committed to Kids Organization raised about $2,500 at their garage sale and silent auction Saturday at the Raintree Montessori parking lot. The money will be donated to the Hurricane Katrina relief efforts and the Big Brothers Big Sisters program.
Sunday, Oct. 2, 2005
Dozens of antique cars poured into the Douglas County Fairgrounds on Sunday for the 33rd annual Lawrence Antique Auto Club Show. Although only 137 cars showed up for the event, which is less than normal, organizers say the event was a success.
Sunday, Sept. 25, 2005
Hundreds of East Lawrence residents attended the annual East Lawrence Neighborhood Association block party Saturday. Not only did residents enjoy the food and live entertainment but many residents also enjoyed the company.
Sunday, Sept. 25, 2005
A dedication ceremony was held Saturday for the Dennis E. Rieger Scholarship Hall. The hall is the 11th scholarship hall to be constructed on the Kansas University campus.
Sunday, Sept. 25, 2005
The Hispanic community and school board members honored Elias Espinoza and Will Fernandez on Saturday during a reception at La Tropicana restaurant. Both say they are extremely happy to become a part of the Lawrence community and have high hopes for a successful school year.
Sunday, Sept. 25, 2005
Hundreds of protestors marched through downtown Lawrence on Saturday while voicing their concerns about the war in Iraq. The rally was held in conjunction with a massive anti-war protest in Washington, D.C.
Monday, Sept. 19, 2005
Prescription drugs costs are among the fastest growing in health care. In order to raise awareness among Lawrencians, a community health forum was held Monday night at the Lawrence Public Library. The forum focused on the high cost and challenging economics of prescription drugs.
Sunday, Sept. 18, 2005
Members of the St. Luke AME Church thanked the community for its support Saturday afternoon as they wait to hear if the church has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Sunday, Sept. 18, 2005
Hundreds of train enthusiasts gathered at the Douglas County Fairgrounds this weekend for the 5th annual train show. Organizers of the event say viewer reactions makes the show worthwhile.
Sunday, Sept. 18, 2005
The Windsor of Lawrence senior community put on a benefit carnival Saturday to raise money for the hurricane relief efforts. More than 200 people showed up for the event.
Sunday, Sept. 11, 2005
With the help of the local Petco, Midge Grinstead, executive director of the Humane Society, is heading to Louisiana to aid in the animal relief efforts.
Sunday, Sept. 11, 2005
Hundreds of people made their way to South Park on Saturday for the 5th annual Oompahfest. Live music, dancing and food were the highlights of the festival.
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