Saturday, May 31

Attacks in parks prompt action from city

6News reports on what the city is doing to help prevent attacks in Lawrence parks.

Friday, May 30

Fireworks ban will change Fourth of July

Fireworks vendors are wondering how the city fireworks ban will alter the way residents celebrate the holiday.

Douglas County Planning Commission adopts policy about commercial design

The new standards are meant to steer away from strip malls.

Residents want to celebrate Lawrence's Sesquicentennial at park

The 150th anniversary may be celebrated at a plaza built at Clinton State Park.

Thursday, May 29

Dwight D. Eisenhower statue going to U.S. Capitol

Jim Brothers' sculpture will be displayed in the Capitol's Statuary Hall.

Society of Creative Anachronism recreates age of chivalry

The SCA is a historical society that delves into the romantic aspects of the middle ages, including crafts and mock fighting.

Eudora woman flown to burn center after fire

Nancy Parsons caught fire at her apartment in a Eudora retirement community.

Show support for Josh Graves

The boy, who has cerebral palsy, was beaten in Clinton Park earlier in the week.

Wal-Mart developers have day in court

The developers say that they have done everything asked of them.

Wednesday, May 28

Disabled teenager attacked in Lawrence park

6News reports on a Lawrence boy who was beaten last week in a Lawrence park.

Battle over Wal-Mart could head to courtroom

6News reports on the ongoing battle over a proposed Wal-Mart at Sixth and Wakarusa Streets.

Legislative division of post audit to inspect counties taxing units

6News reports on an audit that will be conducted in Douglas county.

Tuesday, May 27

Hundreds visit cemetaries to pay respects

6News reports on Mondays Memorial Day ceremonies around Lawrence.

Nearly 800 students made up class of 2003

6News reports on Sundays graduation ceremonies and celebrations in Lawrence.

Sunday, May 25

First little brother set to graduate

6News reports on the first Big Brother tandom in Lawrence twelve years after the two were paired up.

Saturday, May 24

Art a la Carte

An exhibit that opened Friday night at Roy's Gallery will honor graduating Lawrence High School seniors who have earned scholarships to attend art schools next fall. And it will recognize the work of longtime LHS art teacher Pat Nemchock, who is retiring after 29 years at the school. The show opened with a public reception Friday night at the West Lawrence gallery. And you can check out the work of Lawrence artist Barbara Nordling at a downtown Lawrence venue. Nordling's paintings and pastels are on view at the Lawrence Arts Center gallery in the 900 block of New Hampshire Street through Tuesday.

Lawrence Aquatic Center opens

The pool will help the city cool off during the summer.

Three schools close for good

Today was the last time students would walk out of Centennial, Riverside, and East Heights.

Couple brings Hawaii wedding to Haskell

The two employees at Haskell Indian Nations University had to alter their wedding plans.

Man convicted of brutal murder is up for parole

John William has been in jail for fifteen years.

Friday, May 23

Governor signs bill that allows state to borrow money

6News reports on a bill signed into law by Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius that would allow the state to borrow $500 million.

Thursday, May 22

Teachers earn Mayor's Excellence in Education Award

The awards were given afer colleagues nominated teachers who were then selected by a city, county and school distric committee.

Kathy Rathbun wins Bob's Award

Rathbun is honored for her eleven years of exceptional teaching service.

Aberdeen apartments demolished after tornado

The buildings were too damaged by the tornado to be repaired, and so the apartment owners are simply going to tear them down and rebuild.

Former Centennial students vote for mascot at new school

The new mascot helps bring the consolidated school's students together.

FEMA opens center in city

The federal agency offers a place for victims of the recent tornados to turn.

Riverside closes book on memories

The school has stood in the same spot since it was founded in 1903.

City budget looks bleak

The city commissioners are only able to fund the bare necessities and still fall short.

Wednesday, May 21

Quail Run music teacher to retire after 19 years in Lawrence

6News reports on the retirement of Quail Run music teacher Jane Boberg after 19 years of teaching in Lawrence.

County commissioners working on plan to clean up Lone Star Lake

6News reports on a plan in the works to clean up sewage in Lone Star Lake.

Former student, teacher recall East Heights' memories

6News reports on a former East Heights student and teacher as they recall their time at the school.

Tuesday, May 20

City budget conferences begin

6News reports on the beginning of city budget conferences to set out next years budget.

Douglas County commissioners to wait on school nursing funds

6News reports on the Douglas County commissioners decision to wait to give funds to the school nursing program.

Parole hearing near for man responsible for brutal Lawrence murder

John William, convicted of killing nine-year-old Richard Settlemyre of Lawrence in 1988, is eligible for parole. Lawrence police are opposed to his release.

Proposed Wal-Mart seeing more trouble

6News reports on the new problems facing a proposed Wal-Mart at the intersection of 6th and Wakarusa Streets.

Centennial parent, teachers remember schools history

6News reports on the thoughts of former Centennial teachers and a parent as Centennial Elementary prepares to close its doors.

Farmland sells 180-acres to local developement company

6News reports on the sale of part of the Farmland property to a Lawrence development company.

Saturday, May 17

The Screen Scene

After four years of parodies and ripoffs, fans of "The Matrix" can finally experience the official sequel. And the wait was worth it .. sort of. "The Matrix Reloaded" finds Keanu Reeves and cohorts again trying to rid humanity of the mechanical oppressors that have deceived them via a false reality. Visually, "Reloaded" triumphs, with martial arts duels and freeway chase scenes that are spectacular in their design. But it's often a chore to reach these adrenaline moments -- the movie takes its philosophical ramblings quite seriously, piling on cryptic layers of speeches and lectures. Facing the unenviable task of taking on "The Matrix" at the box office is "Down With Love." Ewan McGregor and Renee Zellweger headline this homage to the Rock Hudson/Doris Day vehicles of the early '60s. The colorful comedy succeeds in both emulating and revamping the taboos of that cinematic era.

Man gets degree after leaving school in 1950

6News reports on 78 year old Joe Shephard who received his degree from the KU School of Business 53 years after leaving KU as a senior.

Boothe enters not guilty plea

6News reports on Raymond Boothes' arraignment.

Chancellor dishes out harsh criticism for Senator Wagle

6News report on the KU Chancellors speech to the Distinguished Award Citation winners.

Crossing guards on list of possible program cuts

6News reports on the news that crossing guards are on a list of possible program cuts to make up for the budget deficit.

Friday, May 16

Douglas County administrator enjoys commuting on his bike

Craig Weinaug extolls the virtues of biking to work.

Westar lays blame at former CEO's feet

Westar Energy believes that the company's board should have monitored David Wittig's activities more closely.

KU graduates face walk down the hill

KU's commencement starts off with the traditional walk from the Campanile.

Thursday, May 15

New construction rules being considered

The situation at 31st and Iowa prompts a review of current rules involving new construction and road improvements.

Matrix Reloaded brings crowds to Southwind 12

The lines for the sequel were out the door and around the corner.

Wednesday, May 14

Lawrence teachers want to fight for jobs

6News reports on a press conference held Tuesday night by Lawrence educators.

Concrete homes provide tornado proof shelter

6News reports on a Lawrence man who says tornado proof homes are possible.

Tuesday, May 13

6News staff receive awards

6News reports on the AP awards presented to some members of the 6News team.

Dailey cleared after investigation

6News reports on the findings of an investigation into Dennis Daileys "Human Sexuality" class at KU.

Lawrence up two spots on Forbes list

6News reports on Lawrence being ranked as one of the top small cities in the United States.

Cleanup efforts continue at apartment complex

6News reports on the ongoing cleanup at Aberdeen South Apartments five days after it was damaged by a tornado.

Fear of eviction, harassment stop most from complaining

6News reports on a family living in low income housing in Lawrence.

Class back in session at Raintree Montessori

6News reports on the reopening of the Raintree Montessori school.

School board votes 6-0 to close schools

6News reports on Monday nights Lawrence School Board meeting.

Saturday, May 10

Governor tours tornado damaged area

6News reports on Governor Kathleen Sebelius' visit to tornado damaged areas in Lawrence on Friday.

Residents continue cleanup

6News reports on some of the cleanup to be done in Lawrence after Thursday nights tornado.

Friday, May 9

Lawrence City Commission has plan to save academic athletics

While the city wishes to use Lawrence's Parks and Recrreation budget to sponsor the city schools athletics programs, this could keep local schools from participating in state competition.

Twisters damage several homes

The tornados flipped cars in a housing development just off Clinton Parkway.

While many homes were damaged, no serious injuries

The storms scattered debris across neighborhoods.

The tornado was estimated at a mile wide at one point

Fortunately, the tornado lost most of its strength by the time it reached Lawrence, minimizing the damage it could have caused.

Home video shows funnel coming from wall cloud

Amit Kashyap provided the home video of the funnel touching the ground.

Thursday, May 8

Dennis Dailey finally addresses the controversy

In his final class of the semester, Professor Dailey apologized to students for letting the accusations detract from the class.

Charges leveled in death of elderly man

The deceased's son is facing charges of second degree murder.

Controversy over KU sexuality course continues

Wednesday's "The O'Reilley Factor" featured a former student, and Senator Mark Buhler feels the situation needs to be handled by KU and not the legislature.

Wednesday, May 7

Flap over flag brings veterans to defense of church

6News reports on the problems that are arrising because of the lights illuminating the new flag flying over the Heritage Baptist Church.

Saturday, May 3

The Screen Scene

What's defined as the "summer movie season" officially kicks off this weekend with "X2: X-Men United." If you're as big a geek as I am, then you're also looking forward to this sequel to the underrated original, based on the long-running Marvel Comic about two battling factions of super-powered mutants trying to integrate with humanity. This time, evil government agents take aim at Charles Xavier's school for mutants, and it's up to Wolverine, Cyclops and the lot to save the day.

Efforts increase to rename 15th Street

6News reports on the efforts of some to have 15th Street west of Iowa Street renamed Bob Billings Parkway.

Students gather in support of legalizing marijuana

6News reports on the students that participated in Lawrences' Cannabis Liberation Day.

Software aiding in tracking down people with unpaid tickets

6News reports on the new software being used by the city to help track down people with unpaid parking tickets.

Friday, May 2

Supporters of Dennis Dailey's class defend their professor

Several of the students say that the accusations were completely false.

Day of Prayer held in City Hall

Local Christians observe the National Day of Prayer.

Thursday, May 1

Sen. Wagle cannot overturn veto

The Wichita senator promises to find another way to stop Dennis Dailey's Human Sexuality course.

Planners begin city budget process

The tight economy raises concerns about budget cuts or tax increases.

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