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12 May 2008

The city may soon begin looking at alternatives for the T, in light of an estimated $1 million increase in transit costs.

The Douglas County Community Foundation is asking residents to consider donating some of their wealth to the foundation.

KU's baseball split a doubleheader with Missouri. The Jayhawks can clinch a berth in the Big 12 Tournament with a series win over K-State next week.

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9 May 2008

A few lingering showers are possible in the morning, but clouds should exit this afternoon. We will head up to 69. The winds will be out of the northeast at 5 to 12 mph. Scattered clouds will continue through the night when we drop off to 49.

In today's news:

KU Pharmacy school to receive bonds: Before shutting down the 2008 legislative session late Wednesday, lawmakers approved a budget which will include $50 million in bonds for a pharmacy school expansion.

Storm damage: Emergency management director Teri Smith said it's clear there wasn't enough damage in the county following last week's severe storm, to qualify for individual emergency disaster declaration.

Lawrence filmmaker launches first film of company: Lawrence filmmaker Kevin Wilmott launched his own film company and its first project, his own "Bunker Hill," will begin an engagement at Liberty Hall today.

Free State High School baseball wins again: Free State High School had a 4-3 victor over crosstown rival Lawrence High School at Hoglund Ballpark Thursday to win their 16th victory of the season.

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8 May 2008

The sun will make a return today allowing our temperatures to top out at 71 degrees despite a north to northeast wind between 5-15 mph. More clouds build in tonight with the chance of overnight thundershowers moving across the region.

In today's news:

Coal plants: The Kansas Legislature on Wednesday sent another coal-fired power plants bill to Gov. Kathleen Sebelius before ending its wrap-up session.

Anthrax practice: Lawrence-Douglas County Health Department practiced giving people medication if they were exposed to anthrax in the area.

Wireless broadband units combine: Clearwire and Sprint Nextel said Wednesday they will combine their wireless broadband unites to create a $14.5 billion communications company.

High school baseball: The Free State Firebirds knocked off the Lawrence High School Lions 6-4 Wednesday at Ice Field and clinched their sixth Sunflower League baseball title in 11 years.

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7 May 2008

Look for scattered rain showers early in the day with some mid-day chances of thunder. Our daytime high will top out near 70 degrees with a north to northwest wind between 5-15 mph. Look for heavy rain tonight with some embedded thunderstorms through midnight.

In today's news: Controversial SLT gets federal green light; Group presses for larger role for train depot; KU architecture program receives $100K from Google; KU Athletic Dept. asks city organizations to cover $6,400 bill tied to Championship celebrations

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6 May 2008

Two sales tax elections may be on November ballot
Lawrence Police have suspect in Sunday's fatal hit-and-run accident
Central Junior High principal search begins
In Sports: A look at local high school leadoff hitters

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5 May 2008

A great spring afternoon is ahead with mostly sunny skies to start and partly cloudy skies by the afternoon. Temperatures will soar to 80 degrees with a south wind between 5-15 mph.

In today's news:

A 60-year-old Lawrence man was killed in a hit-and-run accident early Sunday. Police are looking for the Jeep that fled the scene.

The iconic Ironman competition comes to Lawrence on June 15.

KU's softball team notched its 37th win of the season, it's most victories since 1997.

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2 May 2008

Coal plant battle: The Kansas House failed to override Gov. Kathleen Sebelius' veto of a bill that would authorize two 700-megawatt coal-fired plants Thursday.

Dam fault lines: Beneath the Tuttle Creek Reservoir is a $150 million project to protect against earthquakes.

Castle Tea Room: Geothermal heating and cooling systems are being installed beneath the Castle Tea Room near 13th and Massachusetts Streets to eliminate the need for an air conditioner and furnace.

Jayhawk Invitational: Some of the top high school basketball players in the Class of 2009 will headline the ninth annual Jayhawk Invitational tonight through Sunday at Allen Fieldhouse and Horejsi Center.

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1 May 2008

Coal plants: A new measure emerged in the coal-fired power plant project standoff that continued Wednesday.

School district: The Lawrence School District is expected to approve Central Junior High School's Principal Frank Harwood's move to a top technology position with the district later this month.

PIECE Project: Twenty junior-high students graduated from the first-ever teen community leadership program Wednesday.

Athletic and academic awards: Several Kansas University athletes including Sasha Kaun, Russell Robinson and James McClinton, were awarded during the Jayhawk Senior and Scholar Athlete Banquet in Kansas City Wednesday.

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30 April 2008

Temperatures for today will surge to 79 degrees with plenty of sunshine. A strong south wind between 15-25 mph will usher warmer and more humid air back into eastern Kansas. The overnight will be windy and warm as well with the overnight low dropping to 56 degrees.

In today's news:

Showdown over coal plants expected today; District Attorney Charles Branson announces re-election bid; Ex-congressman kicks off U.S. Senate campaign

In sports: KU basketball gets oral commitment from New Jersey point guard

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29 April 2008

Body found tentatively identified as missing canoeist
Man convicted on 3 counts of rape
State Republicans call for photo ID requirement for voting
Mushrooms hunters report bumper season for morels

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