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- Heard on the Hill: KU links: Retired prof discusses tornado safety; business dean in state Chamber video
- Statehouse Live: FreedomWorks urges Legislature to reject Common Core reading and math standards
- Town Talk: Lawrence home sales continue rise in 2013, builders begin to pick up pace on new construction
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12:20 a.m.
The sequel: Freezing rain, snow expected to hit Lawrence Monday- February 24, 2013
- State and local officials are gearing up to cope with another eight to 11 inches of snow that’s predicted to hit the area over the next couple of days. Most of the snow is expected to come overnight Monday into Tuesday, but it will begin with freezing rain early Monday morning. By Meagan Thomas
10:16 a.m.
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Heavy snowfall set to begin later tonight; forecasts call for 10 inches by noon Tuesday
- 10:07 a.m., February 25, 2013 Updated 4:18 p.m.
- Snow has begun to fall in Lawrence, and if forecasts hold it will only get heavier —and more blustery — from here. Forecasts call for 10 inches of snow, plus winds of 20-plus miles per hour, by about noon Tuesday. By Matt Erickson • Here’s a list of closings and cancellations for Tuesday.
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- Snow shuts down city for second time in a week
- February 25, 2013
- For the second time in a week, the city is bracing for a near-shutdown, with eight to 10 inches of snow in the forecast for today and Kansas University and Lawrence schools closed by the wintry weather.The storm may also hamper voting in the primary election for City Commission, in which voters will be choosing among 11 candidates. By Matt Erickson • Here’s a list of closings and cancellations for Tuesday.
- Lawrence schools now out of snow days
- February 25, 2013
- The Lawrence school district had flexibility in its calendar to absorb the three snow days used so far this year. But any more cancellations will require adjustments to the school calendar. By Peter Hancock
- Lawrence school board votes to oppose anti-union bill
- February 25, 2013
- The Lawrence school board voted unanimously Monday night to send a letter to Kansas lawmakers opposing a bill that would narrow the Professional Negotiations Act. The bill is pending in the House Committee on Commerce, Labor and Economic Development. By Peter Hancock
- Farmers’ Market seeking new location for weekday market, dropping Thursday market
- February 25, 2013
- Parking may soon make way for produce in a portion of downtown Lawrence. Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday will review a request to allow the Downtown Lawrence Farmers’ Market to use a portion of a city parking lot in the 800 block of New Hampshire Street to host its weekday market. By Chad Lawhorn
- City commissioners give City Manager Corliss good marks in annual review but will finish process in late March
- February 25, 2013
- City Manager David Corliss received good marks from Lawrence city commissioners during his annual performance review on Monday. By Chad Lawhorn
- Man with stolen sword, blind cat, arrested on suspicion of burglary
- February 25, 2013
- A 31-year-old Lawrence man was arrested Sunday after residents reported an intruder who broke into their home carrying a sword and a blind cat began eating their food. Ian Cummings
- Duel begins over concealed carry in public buildings
- February 25, 2013
- Gun enthusiasts on Monday pushed for legislation that would allow concealed carry of a gun in public buildings and prohibit local governments from regulations on carrying firearms. But cities, counties and other groups opposed the measure. By Scott Rothschild.
- Colorful creatures adorn Lawrence yards after recent snow storm
- 03:29 p.m., February 25, 2013 Updated 04:44 p.m.
- Everything from drooping Jayhawks, to cozy igloos, to a 6-foot snow replica of the Star Wars character Yoda were piled up in Lawrence yards Monday. By Shaun Hittle
- This year’s Rock Chalk Revue raising funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters, new KU student fund
- February 25, 2013
- Kansas University’s annual Rock Chalk Revue variety show is back for its 64th year, but this time it has a new fundraising focus. The musical-comedy variety show will raise money for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Douglas County and a new fund to support KU student groups. By Matt Erickson
- KU debaters earn spot in national tournament
- February 25, 2013
- For the 46th straight year, a team from Kansas University has qualified for the national championship tournament for college debate. Senior Melanie Campbell and sophomore Amanda Gress will compete in the National Debate Tournament in March and April.
- Advance voting hours extended until 7 tonight; Lawrence City Commission election will go on as scheduled Tuesday
- February 25, 2013
- Voters wanting to avoid the predicted Election Day snowstorm tomorrow have been given a second chance. A ruling by the Kansas Secretary of State will allow advance voting to continued until 7 p.m. tonight at the Douglas County Courthouse, 11th and Massachusetts streets. Previously, state regulations were set to close advance voting at noon today. By Chad Lawhorn
- Jeff Withey wins Big 12 player award for second straight week
- February 25, 2013
- Kansas senior center Jeff Withey was named the Big 12’s player of the week, the conference office announced Monday.
- House panel endorses Brownback’s higher ed budget, including funds for KU Med Center building
- February 25, 2013
- The House Appropriations Committee on Monday endorsed Gov. Sam Brownback’s higher education budget, but several committee members voiced disapproval about spending levels at public universities. By Scott Rothschild
- Heavy snowfall set to begin later tonight; forecasts call for 10 inches by noon Tuesday
- 10:07 a.m., February 25, 2013 Updated 04:18 p.m.
- Snow has begun to fall in Lawrence, and if forecasts hold it will only get heavier —and more blustery — from here. Forecasts call for 10 inches of snow, plus winds of 20-plus miles per hour, by about noon Tuesday. By Matt Erickson • Here’s a list of closings and cancellations for Tuesday.
- Advance voting deadline extended past noon Monday; here’s your guide to Lawrence City Commission primary election
- 09:05 a.m., February 25, 2013 Updated 12:44 p.m.
- Town Talk for Feb. 25, 2013.
- KU, Lawrence schools closed; a list of other closings, cancellations for Tuesday
- 08:43 a.m., February 25, 2013 Updated 01:52 p.m.
- A list of closings and cancellations for Tuesday because of the winter storm. By Caroline Trowbridge
- Next KU victory will be Bill Self’s 500th
- Milestone on the line tonight at Iowa State
- February 25, 2013
- Mario Chalmers believes a kinder, gentler version of Bill Self chases his 500th career coaching victory tonight in Iowa State’s Hilton Coliseum. By Gary Bedore
- Veritas girls win finale
- February 25, 2013
- Tori Huslig had 12 points and five assists, and Naomi Hickman had four points, seven blocks and 10 rebounds as Veritas Christian School’s girls basketball team overcame a slow start to beat Flint Hills Christian, 41-20, in its regular-season finale on Saturday.
- Kansas baseball called off
- February 25, 2013
- The threat of winter weather has forced Kansas baseball to cancel Tuesday’s scheduled game with Missouri State at Hoglund Ballpark.
- Horoscopes for Feb. 25
- February 25, 2013
- For Monday, Feb. 25: This year you will look at life’s issues through many different lenses. As a result, the decisions you make will tend to be grounded. If you are single, your love life becomes very exciting come summer. If you are attached, your sweetie could find you to be exciting, yet he or she might feel challenged by everything that is going on in your life.
- Opinion: Obama assembles like-minded team
- February 25, 2013 in print edition on A6
- During President Obama’s first term, there was hidden friction between powerful Cabinet secretaries and a White House that wanted control over the foreign-policy process. Now Obama has assembled a new team that, for better or worse, seems more likely to follow the White House lead.
- Opinion: U.S. should reduce its nuclear arsenal
- February 25, 2013 in print edition on A6
- President Obama devoted only one sentence to U.S. nuclear weapons in his recent State of the Union speech, which was filled with a long list of proposals for his second term. While he has a lot on his plate for the next four years, the time has come for a major overhaul of U.S. nuclear weapons policy.
- Tune In Tonight: Viewers cool to new series
- February 25, 2013
- Is this the winter of our discontent? If you’re running a network and launching new shows, you might think so.
- 100 years ago: Former ‘prohibition governor’ visits Lawrence
- February 25, 2013
- “John P. St. John was an advocate of temperance at a time it took courage to do as he did.”
- Editorial: Activities oversight
- The job of integrating public school activities and athletics into the overall educational experience is best handled by educators
- February 25, 2013
- Parental involvement is a vital part of any child’s education. But legislation that would revamp the governing boards for interscholastic leagues in Kansas and the Kansas State High School Activities Association runs the risk of upsetting a system that has done a good job of guiding high school athletics and other activities for many years.
- Capitol Report: Higher ed funding, classroom dollars, college savings
- February 25, 2013
- Higher ed funding, classroom instruction, and college savings. By Scott Rothschild.
- 40 years ago: No contaminated tuna in Lawrence
- February 25, 2013
- The tuna had been shipped to warehouses in several cities.
- 25 years ago: Over a million Girl Scout cookies arrive in Lawrence
- February 25, 2013
- Two semi-tractor trailers arrived in Lawrence today to deliver the city’s supply.
- Business briefcase
- February 25, 2013
- Business briefcase for Feb.25, 2013.
- How to Help: Meals on Wheels has route openings
- February 25, 2013
- Meals of Wheels currently has open routes on Mondays and Thursdays. Do you have one lunch hour a week when you can provide a much-needed hot, nutritious meal to homebound elderly and/or disabled neighbors? Volunteers simply pick up the meals for their route between 11:15 a.m. and 11:45 a.m., then spend about 45 minutes delivering them. One route can also be split among members of a group so that drivers are delivering less frequently and can cover for each other as needed. Meals on Wheels volunteers range in age from 5 to 90 — it’s great way to involve children in service to others. For more information about volunteering, contact Kim at 785-830-8844.
- The Fashion Column: Hat tricks
- February 25, 2013
- Hat shopping tends to be tricky thanks to the endless styles out there. But like any fashion choice, it all depends on the occasion and what makes you feel comfortable.
- Special-needs pets become special to owners
- February 25, 2013
- Lawrence residents who own pets with disabilities say their animals are worth the extra TLC. Most of the time, their special-needs dogs and cats don’t seem to notice they’re any different from other pets. By Sara Shepherd
- Double Take: Differing methods to deal with indiscretion
- February 25, 2013
- The success of a relationship — like that of a suspension bridge — should be measured not in its length, but in its strength.
- Fix-It Chick: Install a furnace filter
- February 25, 2013
- Furnace filters are designed to stop dust particles from entering the heating and cooling system. They reduce the stress on the fan motor and create a more energy efficient system.
- Offbeat Occupations: FSHS grad follows lifelong dream
- February 25, 2013
- Spencer Lott acknowledges that few children’s dreams come to fruition. But his did.
- Blog: Kansas science and math teachers easily recruited away May 20, 2013 · 31 comments
- Planning Commission recommends approval of Menards store for south Lawrence May 20, 2013 · 40 comments
- Crews race to find survivors of Oklahoma twister May 20, 2013 · 34 comments
- Blog: FreedomWorks urges Legislature to reject Common Core reading and math standards May 21, 2013 · 16 comments
- Letter: Serious issue May 21, 2013 · 24 comments
- Two men arrested in connection with Sunday morning shooting May 20, 2013 · 50 comments
- Opinion: Benghazi triggers a major credibility crisis May 18, 2013 · 78 comments
- Opinion: Amid crisis, Europe resists extremism May 21, 2013 · 17 comments
- Legislature makes no progress; Brownback leaves state to tout tax cuts May 20, 2013 · 17 comments
- Blog: KU links: Retired prof discusses tornado safety; business dean in state Chamber video May 21, 2013 · 1 comment
- Memphis forward Tarik Black transfers to KU May 20, 2013
- Planning Commission recommends approval of Menards store for south Lawrence May 20, 2013
- Midwifery 101: Options for pregnant women May 21, 2013
- 40 years ago: Outgoing KU chancellor receives tributes from alumni May 21, 2013
- They said it ... about Tarik Black May 20, 2013
- Free State softball draws Derby first May 20, 2013
- Two men arrested in connection with Sunday morning shooting May 20, 2013
- Legislature makes no progress; Brownback leaves state to tout tax cuts May 20, 2013
- When furniture turned into art: Wendell Castle's KU connection May 19, 2013
- KU makes sudden change in Statehouse presence May 20, 2013
