Construction on Iowa Street to begin Monday

How long will it take? Couldn't they have scheduled this when KU wasn't in session (i.e. less traffic)? I understand doing this now if, and only if, it takes several months to complete, otherwise it seems like the city just wants to slow down traffic on the main road. No big deal though, I do what I can to avoid driving down Iowa.

February 16, 2013 at 10:01 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

Curbside recycling deal in the works

I understand the incentive behind recycling and appreciate the fact you are attempting to implement an involuntarily mandatory system within the city, but not fix the problems we already experience (in the ways of trash).

On days like today, I enjoy taking hourly strolls throughout the city (why I choose to do that instead of work – since I know someone will point that out – is a matter I’m trying to fix) anyway, during today’s walk I noticed hoards of trash scattered throughout public parks, city roads, outside hotels and other businesses. Why not send city officials/volunteers to clean up the mess we already have instead of forcing everyone to pay for a service they aren’t interested in (or at least clearly do not use)?

February 13, 2013 at 3:34 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

Camping out in cold worth it to KU students for free burritos for a year

I was indicating differences between FreeBirds and Chipotle. Didn't necessarily mean that one was 'bad'. They intend to give jobs to students, but that doesn't mean their food or service is high in quality. If they start offering hours til 3am, their sole purpose is to provide drunks with food.

They used this PR stunt to attract customers plus give you a discount on beer if you sign up for stuff. Free/ $1 beer + free food does not equal good food.

Oh and if you're vegetarian/vegan and/or gluten-free, don't expect too great of food.

February 3, 2013 at 10:11 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

Camping out in cold worth it to KU students for free burritos for a year

They're nothing to brag about - quality wise. It's just Chipotle, but more expensive. All the employees are clearly KU students, everyone speaks English and they promote binge drinking. Yeah to free burritos!

***Made the mistake of going there yesterday. Did so out of curiosity b/c people won't shut up about it.

P.S: don't hate me b/c I like -quality food- at a reasonable price. Or just good food in general...which would exclude most restaurant chains.

February 1, 2013 at 9:22 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

11 disturbances and the second morning in a row with a strong-arm robbery

Great reason to stay in after a home game. This level of activity is ridiculous....

January 27, 2013 at 10:19 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

Do you agree with a Kansas court's ruling that the Legislature is not suitably funding schools?

***more money does not, certainly does not, mean better schools***

Have you ever compared Kansas education standards to other states, especially Texas? In Dallas alone, schools are paid for via property tax and this has proven to have an outstanding success rate.

January 12, 2013 at 5:32 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

KU student hospitalized after skiing injury in Colorado

Ah yes LifeStyles still provides ski trips to sororities and fraternities. Since 2005, I know several people who have broken a number of limbs.. while on this trip. I feel deeply sorry for all those affected by this tragic event but it is a sign that maybe skiiers need to complete a safety course before skiing. Such groups are already required to complete and alcohol education program, may as well inform them of safety prodcedures for an activity that may truly impact their lives.

January 12, 2013 at 9:22 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

Will you have a designated driver on New Year's Eve?

I agree. Then again this is a 'college town' and they expect most residents to fit the drunk stereotype. Fortunately, some of us got that out of our system before we turned 21.

I'll stick to playing COD and staying in.

December 31, 2012 at 12:57 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

Two juveniles taken into custody following Saturday incident at Dollar Tree

Expect top dollar when robbing a Dollar Tree....FML

December 31, 2012 at 12:51 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

Five traffic fatalities reported by KHP during holiday week

I highly doubt a majority of the accidents were weather related. Only certain sections of KS received snowfall.

December 29, 2012 at 3:20 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )