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Longtime newspaper executive named Journal-World circulation director
A longtime circulation manager for The Kansas City Star and the Fort Worth Star-Telegram has been named as director of circulation for The World Company, publisher of the Journal-World.
Mobile phone apps launched for LJWorld.com website
Fans of LJWorld.com now have two new mobile phone apps to choose from to stay up-to-date on local news, sports and weather. Officials with The World Company, the parent company of LJWorld.com and the Journal-World, announced they have released both iPhone and Android mobile phone apps for the LJWorld.com site.
'60 Minutes' newsman Mike Wallace dies at age 93
A spokesman says CBS newsman Mike Wallace, famed for his tough interviews on "60 Minutes," has died. He was 93.
Top local stories of the year: SRS, KU Athletics, highway safety stood out in 2011
At the end of each year, the staff of the Lawrence Journal-World reflects on the stories that affected our community most. While no one event dominated the headlines this year, there were several that made 2011 a memorable one. Here are our top stories.
Artists show off storied work as patrons tour studios
Diana Dunkley looks at a large painting full of dark, deep colors and swirls. It’s displayed pristinely at 1019 Del.— it’s her studio space, her painting, but she’s talking excitedly about, well, the excitement of talking about art.
Kansas officials looking for people in Atchison grain elevator explosion
A hunt was on for survivors of an explosion at a northeast Kansas grain elevator injured at least two people Saturday, shaking the ground for miles around and sending a fireball high into the night sky that was visible across the river in Missouri.
Occupy Lawrence members energized by rally
As they vow to keep going, the occupiers, are now waiting — waiting to see what further steps the Lawrence Police Department and the city may take to remove them from South Park’s scattering of tents that have become their camp. They’re not leaving. Or most say they aren’t, at least.
Occupy Lawrence members ticketed in South Park
At least eight members of the protest group Occupy Lawrence received citations early Saturday morning for remaining in South Park after the park closed
Protesters maintain presence in park
The Occupy Lawrence camp remains in South Park, technically outside the law but working toward a satisfactory resolution for both the city and the protesters.
Woman taken to hospital after motorcycle accident near Sixth and Mississippi streets
A Lawrence woman was taken to Lawrence Memorial Hospital by ambulance Thursday evening after a two-vehicle accident near the intersection of Sixth and Mississippi Streets.
2012 Photos of the Year - Richard Gwin
Senior photographer Richard Gwin talks about his best photographs of 2012.
Midland Railroad dining car to open in Baldwin City
The Midland Railroad in Baldwin City is adding a dinning car to its fleet. The car will offer a five-course meal as it runs the rails between Ottawa and Baldwin City.
Emma Pogge, WWII Veteran
Emma Pogge, one of the oldest living World War II women veterans, talks about joining the army, playing basketball during her service, meeting her husband and seeing Europe.
Halloween Light Show
Lee Howe, who lives at 2020 Pebble Lane, spent countless hours setting up a Halloween display in his front yard. The display is made up of grave stones and pumpkins and a pirate ship guided by a scary captain, all illuminated with hundreds of LED lights for the show.
Baldwin Maple Leaf Festival
The Baldwin Maple Leaf Festival kicked off on Saturday in Baldwin City with more than 30 venders and an expected 30,000 people for the weekend event.
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church's Oktoberfest
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church held its annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, which featured German food and beer, along with music and dance.
Baldwin City man builds new drum for Kansas City Chiefs
Cyrus Fillmore of rural Baldwin, talks about making a special drum for the Kansas City Chiefs.
Lecompton's Bald Eagle Rendezvous Days shed light on pioneer life
Re-enactors show what is was like making due in the 1800s during Lecompton's Bald Eagle Rendezvous Days, which goes through Saturday.
Bikers take part in the 37th annual ABATE Rally
Hundreds of motorcycles descended on Paradise Point at Perry Lake for the 37th annual ABATE motorcycle rally.
Masters of the barbecue pit
Truebud BBQ team members talk about cooking 'cue. The team has been traveling to barbecue competitions nearly every weekend since February, which — coupled with their meticulously smoked and seasoned meat — has helped propel them to the top 10 in the Kansas City Barbeque Society's Team of the Year points chase standings.
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- Senate Republicans approve sales tax increase, cuts in income tax rates, lower food sales tax May 23, 2013 · 20 comments
- Long-term plan suggests toll lanes on K-10 corridor May 23, 2013 · 27 comments
- Republican tax plans would increase state revenue, analyses say May 22, 2013 · 44 comments
- City commissioner wants state to revoke nightclub's liquor license May 21, 2013 · 86 comments
- Blog: Plans filed for restaurant/retail on South Iowa site once proposed for Olive Garden May 23, 2013 · 32 comments
- Editorial: Guns, speech May 23, 2013 · 27 comments
- Opinion: Why gay role models matter May 23, 2013 · 28 comments
- Will of the people May 21, 2013 · 33 comments
- Planning Commission recommends approval of Menards store for south Lawrence May 20, 2013 · 79 comments
- Weekday graduations get mixed reviews from parents and families May 22, 2013 · 23 comments
- Former Lawrence resident Sri Srinivasan confirmed for prestigious D.C. Court of Appeals May 23, 2013
- 100 years ago: 'The vulturous Kaw triumped' over Billie Bob Atkinson May 23, 2013
- CEO Gene Meyer honored for leading Lawrence Memorial Hospital to success May 23, 2013
- Letter: Serious issue May 21, 2013
- Local Board of Realtors collecting items today for tornado survivors in Oklahoma City area May 23, 2013
- Arrest made in death of former Jayhawk McMillan May 23, 2013
- Senate Republicans approve sales tax increase, cuts in income tax rates, lower food sales tax May 23, 2013
- Opinion: K-State's Snyder coaches life, then football May 12, 2013
- Thread of pain ran through Jackson’s career June 28, 2009
- Hillcrest teacher honored with annual 'Bobs' Award' May 22, 2013
