Missouri athletes benefit from fivefold admissions waiver
An AP review finds University of Missouri in Columbia waives entrance standards for up to 10 percent of freshmen, with athletes disproportionately receiving special admits. Over five years 34.6 percent of new athletes were special admits versus 7.48 percent of non athletes, amid debate on academic integrity and graduation rates.
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Edwards shifts gears to music production in Columbia
NASCAR star Carl Edwards launched Back 40 Records in his hometown of Columbia Missouri with high school friend Aaron Hayes. They built Lab99 studio and produced That One CD featuring seven artists including Dan Savage Stevie Stone and Jonathan Truth. Edwards aims to help local musicians gain exposure through recordings and live shows while treating it as a business venture.
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Kansas State suspends freshman forward Colon
Kansas State forward Luis Colon was suspended for one game after punching Cal freshman Taylor Harrison during the Bears 78 48 win. Officials ejected Colon, triggering a Big 12 automatic suspension that keeps him out of Saturday's game versus Colorado State and risks a season ban if another incident occurs. Coach Bob Huggins condemned the action and emphasized maturity and consequences.
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Rivalry renewal puts Big 12 title game in spotlight
The Nebraska Oklahoma series, once constant on Thanksgiving, faded after the 1988 Switzer re sign. Now in the Big 12 era the teams meet less often, with renewed hope for a recurring top 25 clash and potential championship meetings. Switzer predicts frequent championship games and a revived classic.
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Phone carrier charges on wireless bills explained
Standard text charges may apply as set by your carrier contract. Any applicable fees will appear on your wireless phone bill.
Self gains five year contract extension at Kansas
Kansas coach Bill Self receives a five year contract extension retroactive to April 1 raising his annual pay to 1.375 million with potential incentives of up to 350 thousand. He previously earned 129 thousand in salary. The deal covers professional services public relations and promotional duties and runs through March 2011.
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CHMS events rescheduled due to postponement
Central Heights Middle School reschedules its basketball tournament from Saturday to Saturday December 9. The Ottawa Central Heights girls game from Thursday will be played Monday at the same times.
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