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Sound Off 2001

Sound Off for December 2001

Monday, December 31

Why didn't Kansas University use its Listserv to notify all students, faculty and staff about the scheduled meetings on tuition increases?

Sunday, December 30

Is it legal to rummage through or take someone else's trash?

Saturday, December 29

Shortly after Sept. 11, the Journal-World ran a story on a man who left his wife and children to work at "ground zero." Is there a follow-up? Did he get there OK? What happened?

Friday, December 28

Why is the Ann Landers column never in the same section of the paper?

Thursday, December 27

What kind of traffic study would need to be done to get a restricted left-turn signal on eastbound 23rd Street at Learnard Avenue?

Wednesday, December 26

Is there a bird watchers' club in Lawrence?

Tuesday, December 25

Why is the city spending more than $1 million to repair the Bowersock Dam?

Monday, December 24

How was Abe & Jake's Landing able to get a liquor license when they were not in business at the time of their request, and now not have to observe the 55 percent food rule, which all other businesses serving liquor have to meet?

Sunday, December 23

I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says, "If you see it in the Journal-World, it's so." Please tell me the truth, is there a Santa Claus?

Saturday, December 22

On Jan. 1, the promenade at the Riverfront Plaza is supposed to be closed because of the eagles. Does this mean the work on the Bowersock Dam will be shut down until eagle season is over? Why close the promenade and stop the dam work when lakes and rivers are not iced over?

Friday, December 21

As a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas policyholder, I have already sent in my ballot on whether to accept the proposed buyout by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield. Can I change my vote?

Thursday, December 20

What's the name of the song the Dixie Chicks sang on the "America: A Tribute to Heroes" telethon after the Sept. 11 attacks? Is it on a CD I can buy?

Wednesday, December 19

Will city offices be closed Christmas Eve?

Tuesday, December 18

Why were the lights on at Memorial Stadium last Saturday night?

Monday, December 17

When is my last chance to see the holiday lights at the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City, Mo.?

Sunday, December 16

What is the date and location of the NCAA men's basketball tournament this year?

Saturday, December 15

Why do universities charge more for out-of-state tuition than resident tuition?

Friday, December 14

Is there someplace to purchase a book with the Sunday crossword puzzles?

Thursday, December 13

Why are all the state highway signs that are coming in purple? Is that the new state color? When did it change and why?

Wednesday, December 12

Could you provide the name and number of the woman who organizes the clothing drive for foster parents?

Tuesday, December 11

Is there a bird-watchers club in Lawrence?

Monday, December 10

How do I register for the Langston Hughes symposium?

Sunday, December 9

Is there a state or Lawrence city ordinance that says alcohol can't leave a liquor store unless it's in a bag?

Saturday, December 8

Who is the author of the statement in the Memorial Campanile that says, "Free government does not bestow repose upon its citizens, but sets them in the vanguard of battle to defend the liberty of every man"?,/b>

Friday, December 7

What is done with the bodily fluids of a dead person?

Thursday, December 6

Why are UPS delivery drivers allowed to illegally park anywhere they want?

Wednesday, December 5

I believe that little street off Iowa and Ninth streets, by the gas station, is a one-way street, but the sign is gone that indicated so. When will we get it back? I almost got into a wreck.

Tuesday, December 4

If Kansas University professors go on sabbatical and rent their homes, are they required to pay $25 and register the guest? And is that also true for banks that manage property?

Monday, December 3

Why don't the new Lawrence buses have ads on the sides to offset the cost of running them?

Sunday, December 2

Whatever became of the union vote at MV Transportation, the company that runs the city's bus system?

Saturday, December 1

Who can I contact about a child support prosecutor who has a personal grudge against people?

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