Hedgehog star Little Luke makes national splash in 2009
Lawrence siblings Judson King and Little Luke the hedgehog drew national attention in 2009. From local ban repeal to CNN, Fox and Friends, CBS Evening News, and The Colbert Report, Luke’s fame grew as Judson learned pet care tips and hedgehog quirks.
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College athletes get admissions boosts across top programs
An Associated Press review of NCAA admissions data shows athletes at many Football Bowl Subdivision schools receive special waivers or leniency, with at least 27 colleges where athletes are tenfold more likely to gain admission than the general student body. The findings span all major conferences and include 2009 Bowl Championship Series teams such as Oregon, Georgia Tech and Alabama, which faced Texas in the national title game on January 7.
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Georgia Tech
Alabama
Texas
Tipsy Taxi enters 26th year with big donor support
Community donors from International Freight and Logistics Inc AAA of Lawrence Briggs Auto Group Community Mercantile and Johnny s Tavern pledged 200 or more to fund New Year s Eve rides. Ten taxis will operate from 10:30 p m to 2 30 a m with Ground Transportation Inc and Tab4Cab coordinating rides for KU Safe Ride students and the public.
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Lawrence
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Jim Hanni
Ground Transportation Inc
Tab4cab
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Kansas University
Jill Jess
Stamps Preview 2010 Features Teresa Hepburn Leagues Cowboys
The 2010 U.S. postage stamp program highlights Mother Teresa, Katharine Hepburn, and notable baseball figures from the Negro Leagues along with cowboy imagery. The releases showcase diverse historical, cultural, and sports icons across planned stamp issues.
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Top stories of 2009 in the newsroom
The newsroom previews its pick of the year 2009. Editors highlight standout events, key figures, and impactful moments shaping the year across politics, economy, culture, and society.
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