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Sound Off 2003

Sound Off for May 2003

Saturday, May 31

I heard I could buy a brick for the new Dole Institute of Politics building. How do I do that?

Friday, May 30

How much money does Kansas receive under the tobacco settlement?

Thursday, May 29

Can you tell me whether the country-rock band BR459 is a member of the Grand Ole Opry?

Wednesday, May 28

I saw your story on Pioneer Cemetery in the paper. Isn't James Naismith also buried there?

Tuesday, May 27

Are hunting and fishing licenses going to cost more next year? I heard prices are going up because Kansas Wildlife and Parks is having budget problems. I'd like to know how much they are going to cost.

Monday, May 26

We live in the country, and our neighbors let their dogs run loose and they damage property. What can be done about this? What would happen if the dogs were shot to control the problem?

Sunday, May 25

Which school district has the highest percentage of students who receive free or reduced-price lunch, and which one has the lowest percentage?

Saturday, May 24

How does the number of students graduating from Kansas University this year compare with last year?

Friday, May 23

Could you please list the 15 commissionees from Kansas University's ROTC program this year?

Thursday, May 22

How can a person voice their frustrations to state Sen. Susan Wagle of Wichita?

Wednesday, May 21

My grandson says there's a new Harry Potter book in the works. When will it be in stores?

Tuesday, May 20

Has Dennis Dailey ever won the HOPE award at Kansas University?

Monday, May 19

I heard the company that made Kansas University's new steam whistle has a Web site. Can you tell me what it is?

Sunday, May 18

Is it true that a sporting goods store is the top tourist attraction in Kansas?

Saturday, May 17

I heard the Kansas Turnpike plans to build extra lanes between Kansas City and Lawrence, making it a six-lane road. When will that be built?

Friday, May 16

When will the intersection at 31st and Iowa be completed?

Thursday, May 15

Do antiwar protesters and other people who have impromptu parades downtown (such as the one May 3) need to have a permit?

Wednesday, May 14

I know I'm supposed to drive with a seat belt on, but can I be ticketed if my husband refuses to wear one while riding in our car as a passenger while I'm driving?

Tuesday, May 13

How much does Drew Gooden make a year playing in the NBA?

Monday, May 12

It seems like there have been tornadoes in different parts of the country all week. Is there any precedence for this?

Sunday, May 11

When did "Pomp and Circumstance" begin being used at commencement and graduation ceremonies?

Saturday, May 10

I thought the Legislature was finished for the year. Now I hear there's still more to the session. Is this right?

Friday, May 9

How do I submit a photo of a World War II veteran for the Dole Institute of Politics wall?

Thursday, May 8

My question is in response to an April 25 article in the Journal-World that said Lawrence was such a great city for recycling. I was just wondering why there is no curbside recycling available here?

Wednesday, May 7

What does the "A" in A. Drue Jennings' name stand for?

Tuesday, May 6

How can I contribute to the Argentinean couple who are driving to Alaska?

Monday, May 5

I got a call from someone raising money for the Deputy Sheriff's Assn. Is there such an organization?

Sunday, May 4

I know it is against the law to have a cat at large, but my neighbor tried to beat a cat with a garden tool. Is there any law against that? I stopped him in the process, or we would have had a dead neighborhood cat. But, is there any law against beating a cat?

Saturday, May 3

When is Kansas University's graduation?

Friday, May 2

Since bicyclists want to share the road with motor vehicles, are they required to carry liability insurance in case of an accident? And if there is an accident, what insurance would cover it?

Thursday, May 1

What were the graduation rates for University of Illinois men's basketball players while Bill Self was head coach?

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