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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1998
Page
5
Randy Weseman says the Lied Center will not be used for Free State and Lawrence high school graduations next year. The exact location remains undecided, with preference for a suitable site outside the Lied Center.
Readers are advised to call the Journal-World Access line at 865-5000 and choose category 7478 to leave a Sound Off question. A recorded prompt will guide the caller through the process and remind them to speak clearly with their question.
Kelley Hunt, Lawrence R&B singer and pianist, adds an 11 p.m. New Year’s Eve show at the Lawrence Arts Center after the 8 to 10 p.m. performance sells out. Doors open at 10:30 p.m. A toast and reception follow both shows. Tickets from Wheat Fields, Ticketmaster, or at the door.
Salvation Army in Lawrence filled its kettles three days before Christmas. With donations still short by about 20000 dollars, mail gifts surged in to reach the 135000 dollar goal. Lt Kirk Schuetz said the drive met its target as checks including a 1000 dollar gift arrived. Funds support food distribution shelter and Christmas programs.
Levi Chronister and Estevan Herrera recount firsthand the immediate and long term consequences of a disaster. They emphasize the pain felt by residents of Oklahoma City and urge the community to seek justice beyond federal charges.
A 1990s Honda CRX in the 1900 block of Heatherwood lost a Kenwood stereo and items totaling 900 dollars, with 1100 dollars in car damage. Lawrence police arrested 42-year-old Donald Hattabaugh after he allegedly attempted to steal a VCR at Wal-Mart and fled with cigarettes, later charged with battery on an officer, criminal threats, theft and contraband in a correctional facility. Bond set at 7500 dollars.
Farrell Jenab dismissed. Births include John and Kriss Krones a girl in Lawrence on Tuesday. Terry and Kelly Hilmes in Lawrence welcomed a girl on Wednesday. Mitai Zough and Nathan Robi in Lawrence welcomed a son on Wednesday.
Community Datebook items include Tipsy Taxi free rides sponsored by local businesses and institutions. School enrollments for Southwest and West Junior High for eighth to ninth graders and health screenings for seniors are scheduled, with venues at South and Babcock places. Contact details and datebook submission information are provided.
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