Thunderstorms halt Lawrence and Free State football games
A lightning storm delayed Friday night high school football in Lawrence and Free State, delaying play with games scheduled to resume at 2 p.m. today as officials monitor weather and safety conditions.
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College costs and jobs without degrees debated by experts
Richard Vedder notes graduates in lower paying jobs and a tree cutter with a master’s degree while some financial experts argue college costs up to 200000 may be overrated and a high paying career without a degree is possible.
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Coming Sunday What does the city do to test our water
The upcoming Sunday feature dives behind the scenes to explain how the city tests water quality, detailing procedures, facilities, and health safeguards for residents.
Flyover Planned by Kansas Air National Guard Before KU Game
The Kansas Air National Guard 190th Air Refueling Wing will perform a KC-135 tanker flyover at Memorial Stadium shortly before the 11 a.m. kickoff. The tribute honors Sept. 11, 2001 heroes. No practice runs are scheduled.
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Wave the Wheat poster for KU vs Georgia Tech game
Today’s Journal-World advertises a “Wave the Wheat” poster for the Kansas University football game against Georgia Tech at Memorial Stadium. The poster’s reverse side features a complete Jayhawks roster.
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Stop signs return to 11th and Indiana streets
Lawrence city commission restored a four way stop at the busy 11th and Indiana intersection for 90 days after concerns about safety and confusing traffic patterns. Traffic data showed more vehicles use 11th than Indiana, prompting traffic engineers to reassess the intersection.
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Cycling village proposed for park in Lawrence event
Lawrence officials consider turning South Park into a cycling village for KCMS 150 bike ride in September 2011. The plan seeks closing Massachusetts Street from North Park to South Park from Friday afternoon to Sunday morning to host tents, a beverage area, live music, and food booths for more than 2,000 riders benefiting the National MS Society. Local organizers say the closure would place the event in downtown Lawrence’s core and require city commission approval.
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Islam controversy shadows Sept 11 memorial
Activists clash over a planned mosque near ground zero as Americans marked the 9/11 anniversary. Names of victims will be read, bells will toll, and President Obama urged unity amid harsh rhetoric and protests. A Florida pastor’s Quran burn plan sparked global reaction.
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