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Sunday, May 8, 2005
More than 100 people gathered on the lawn south of Potter Lake on Saturday to celebrate bluegrass music at the Bluegrass Festival. Kansas University's Student Union Activities organized the free event.
Sunday, May 8, 2005
Children from all over the area had the chance to show off their skills as fishermen in the 20th annual Fishing Derby on Saturday. Lawrence Parks and Recreation hosted the event.
Sunday, May 1, 2005
Kansas University’s Kappa Alpha Theta sorority teamed with Douglas County Court Appointed Special Advocates on Sunday for May Day Sundaes, an event to raise money for CASA. The event included raffles, live music and face painting.
Sunday, May 1, 2005
About 100 people turned out to participate in a bicycle rally fund-raiser Saturday. The riders paid entry fees to ride anywhere from six miles to 50 miles to benefit Headquarters Counseling Center.
Sunday, May 1, 2005
Despite the frosty weather Saturday morning, about 35 vendors set up for the opening of the Farmers Market. The market opened two weeks earlier than in previous years.
Sunday, May 1, 2005
In an effort to raise awareness about Native American culture, Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center teamed with Haskell Indian Nations University for the summit event, "Bridging Cultures: The Native American Experience." The event was held Saturday evening at the Lied Center on the Kansas University campus.
Sunday, April 24, 2005
Members of Girl Scouts troop 654 planted scrubs in front of the Salvation Army on Sunday as part of the troops’ Gold Award project. The Gold Award is equivalent to the Eagle Scout award for Boy Scouts.
Sunday, April 24, 2005
This year's Earth Day celebration inspired some local residents to provide lifestyle alternatives geared toward bettering the environment. Some of the unique solutions include a solar and electric-powered car.
Sunday, April 24, 2005
Walkers battled the cold weather Saturday to participate in the Multiple Sclerosis Walk at Burcham Park. Also that day, the Douglas County AIDS project held a walk at Holcom Park.
Wednesday, April 20, 2005
The Douglas County chapter of Americans For Prosperity welcomed Kansas Speaker of the House Doug Mays to its meeting Wednesday.
Sunday, April 17, 2005
It's spring-cleaning time and Lawrence was in clean mode this weekend. East Lawrence residents spent Sunday afternoon cleaning up their neighborhood while a Kansas University sorority organized a cleanup at Clinton Lake on Saturday.
Sunday, April 17, 2005
The Lawrence Men's Chorale visited several downtown businesses Saturday afternoon to sing in benefit of the Clothing Room, an organization providing clothing to needy children in the Lawrence school district.
Sunday, April 17, 2005
About 1,500 runners from across the country participated in Sunday's Raintree Run. The race featured many recreational runners and accomplished runners including former Oklahoma State All-American and current Lawrence resident Jason Woolhouse.
Sunday, April 10, 2005
Actor and former Kansas University student Mandy Patinkin shared stories with more than 500 fans Saturday during "A Conversation With Mandy Patinkin," a fundraiser to benefit KU's theater department.
Wednesday, April 6, 2005
Students at South Junior High held a science fair Wednesday to show off their creations, which needed to perform a specific task.
Sunday, April 3, 2005
Five Lawrence grocery stores participated in a food drive Saturday to help area food pantries.
Sunday, April 3, 2005
Friends and family of Lisa Bland, who was struck and killed five years by a drunk driver, held a benefit lunch in her honor at the St. John's Church. The lunch benefits the Lisa Bland scholarship program, which honors students who does outstanding community service.
Sunday, April 3, 2005
Lawrence Sesquicentennial Commission is more than halfway to its fundraising goal after receiving a $25,000 donation from the Capital Federal Foundation. The Commission has already raised more than $175,000 of its $300,000 goal.
Tuesday, March 15, 2005
Lawrence Police arrested a man suspected in a Tuesday night theft from a cash drawer at a liquor store.
Sunday, March 13, 2005
The annual St. Patrick's Day Parade events have started, with KU junior April Del Campo crowned queen and more than 400 participating in the Shamrock Shuffle.
Sunday, March 13, 2005
For a $25 registration fee, anyone could walk or run at the Lawrence High School track to help benefit Douglas County Meals on Wheels on Sunday.
Monday, March 7, 2005
After police seized 16 kegs at a fraternity party, Phi Kappa Theta will be expelled from the university.
Sunday, March 6, 2005
Keith Miller, a Kansas State University professor of geology and editor of a book called “Perspectives on an Evolving Creation,” says science supports the theory of evolution while at the same time evolution is consistent with an orthodox theory of creation.
Sunday, March 6, 2005
Two charities -- The Shelter Inc. and Douglas County Youth Football Inc. -- will benefit from the open wallets of area sports fans as part of the annual St. Patrick's Day parade charity auction.
Wednesday, March 2, 2005
Emergency repair of an old Eudora waterline this afternoon led to a temporary shutdown of the city's water system, and a "boil order" advisory was issued to residents.
Monday, Feb. 28, 2005
Shearing sheep is an annual tradition for third-generagion shearer Danny Smith.
Monday, Feb. 21, 2005
The winner of the bee had been participating in the contests since 3rd grade.
Monday, Feb. 21, 2005
David Adkins, a former Kansas state senator, predicts that the ban against gay marriage will pass in April.
Monday, Feb. 7, 2005
The church hopes to be placed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Monday, Feb. 7, 2005
The city commission and school board candidates were able to mingle with voters and discuss issues.
Monday, Jan. 24, 2005
Hundreds of damaged or abandoned bikes are brought to Lansing every year. Inmates fix the bikes to be distributed to needy children.
Monday, Jan. 24, 2005
The celebration of the grandeur of eagles was capped by a live bald eagle.
Monday, Jan. 17, 2005
The Kansas Music Hall of Fame welcomes local musicians. The celebration was held at Liberty Hall, and honored nine bands who have over 25 years of history.
Monday, Jan. 3, 2005
Mya Sanders was born nine days early, but she's a healthy girl.
Thursday, Dec. 30, 2004
Lawrence Athletic Club trainers say if people want to keep their New Year's resolution of losing weight, then they should set small goals and not overdue themselves when they're at the gym.
Monday, Dec. 20, 2004
The Lawrence Interdenominational Nutrition Kitchen provide meals to those who need help. The Jayhawks helped serve food over the weekend.
Monday, Dec. 13, 2004
The program gathered 500 brand-new toys. The drive was helped by static electricity and Santa Claus.
Monday, Dec. 13, 2004
Potential candidates for city and county commissions and the school board were invited to learn how to better serve their communities.
Monday, Dec. 6, 2004
After the Eldridge Hotel chose not to sponsor the parade this year, other donors had to step in to make certain the traditional event took place.
Monday, Dec. 6, 2004
The auction helped raise funds for AIDS education and prevention programs.
Monday, Nov. 8, 2004
Fans stood in line to watch the exhibtion game.
Monday, Nov. 1, 2004
More than 50 people participated in the downtown march.
Monday, Nov. 1, 2004
Many businesses stayed open until 6:30 p.m. on Sunday to give out treats to children.
Monday, Oct. 25, 2004
Andy Marso is rehabilitating from a near-fatal case of bacterial meningitis.
Monday, Oct. 25, 2004
The gathering allowed Bengalis around the region to worship the goddess Durga.
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