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Sound Off 2003

Sound Off for June 2003

Monday, June 30

I had a call today from somebody saying he was collecting money for the sheriff's association deputies. I wanted to know if that was a scam or if the law enforcement agencies collecting just don't abide by the no-call list?

Sunday, June 29

Why is the beating of Joshua Graves not considered a "hate crime"? His attackers thought Joshua was "retarded." They beat him. Why is this not considered a hate crime against developmentally disabled children?

Saturday, June 28

What connections, both past and present, does The World Company have with the proposed Wal-Mart property at Sixth Street and Wakarusa Drive?

Friday, June 27

How can I get a copy of KU's report about Dennis Dailey?

Thursday, June 26

I'd like to know why you've changed the shape of the paper again. It's so long and narrow you have to hold it in your lap to read it. It's just recently changed again, and I'd like to know the reason.

Wednesday, June 25

I have seen two references in your paper about a bonus due Roy Williams after he left Kansas University. I would like to know what the amount was and what this bonus was for?

Tuesday, June 24

What was the final decision regarding the high school graduation dates for 2004?

Monday, June 23

I read the story about the Williams Educational Fund charging extra money for premium season tickets to KU basketball games. How does Kansas State handle football season ticket sales?

Sunday, June 22

Why are some of your subscribers charged $12.50 a month for their paper while others who pay directly through SmartPay pay $13 per month? It doesn't seem fair or equitable.

Saturday, June 21

What does it mean when my dog eats grass?

Friday, June 20

Will fireworks be allowed on the KU campus, particularly south of the stadium?

Thursday, June 19

Is there anywhere in Lawrence where you can recycle computers? Either donate them or sell them?

Wednesday, June 18

I'm wondering if they are going to have the Thursday Brown Bag Concerts this year as in past years and, if so, when they will start.

Tuesday, June 17

Since the 2000 census, which has been the fastest-growing Kansas county, and which is losing the most population?

Monday, June 16

Where is the Dole Institute up at Kansas University?

Sunday, June 15

Which Kansas county has the highest personal income and which one has the lowest?

Saturday, June 14

I have to work weekends, so I usually don't get around to mowing my lawn until Monday or Tuesday, which means my grass clippings sit out on the curb for almost a week before they're picked up. Is there someplace I can take them? Can I take them to wherever the city takes them?

Friday, June 13

My question is two parts. First: Who is responsible for maintenance in front of the dorms on Daisy Hill? And second: Do they plan on doing any repairs this summer? The road is in terrible condition.

Thursday, June 12

It's driving me crazy trying to pronounce the name of the Douglas County Sheriff's Office's new German shepherd, Gero. How do you say it?

Wednesday, June 11

About two or three years ago there was a baseball player at a baseball camp and he was beaten with a baseball bat in his room. I was wondering if there was any update on his condition.

Tuesday, June 10

A recent story in the paper concerned boating on the Kaw River, and it says there are two places in Lawrence where there are ramps for use by the public. I would like to know where those two ramps are, please.

Monday, June 9

I'd like to know where the principals of Riverside, Centennial and East Heights are going now that their schools have been closed. Have they been offered similar jobs?

Sunday, June 8

Because school funding is so low, is the district planning on holding off on pay raises for school board members and the superintendent?

Saturday, June 7

Would you please list the educational background of state Sen. Susan Wagle, R-Wichita? What high school did she graduate from and what college?

Friday, June 6

I've been missing Ellen Goodman's column in your paper. Is there a reason?

Thursday, June 5

Who are the valedictorians of the class of 2003 at Free State and Lawrence high schools?

Wednesday, June 4

How can I find out what camps KU is offering this summer?

Tuesday, June 3

What would it take to have the Lawrence school district overturn the Wednesday early-dismissal policy?

Monday, June 2

You recently printed a photo of several people swimming at the Douglas County fishing lake near Baldwin. Isn't swimming at this lake prohibited?

Sunday, June 1

Are all the Jayhawks on Parade in place? We can't seem to find some of them.

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