Videos for August 17, 2008
Sunday, August 17 weather at 10 p.m.
The forecast for Monday, August 18 calls for a high of 86 with a low around 62.
Published on August 17, 2008
Students leave no luxury behind when moving to KU
The newest batch of KU freshman are on the move into their new dorms. Kids, parents and student volunteers take TV's, clothes and other essentials to the co-ed's home for the next year.
Published on August 17, 2008
Domestic partners mark registry's first anniversary
One year ago, Lawrence leaders took what many in the gay and lesbian community believed was the most significant step to date in Kansas to change impression.
Published on August 17, 2008
Challengers keep up in fundraising for races
Local challengers for the Kansas Legislature hold their own in campaign donations before the November general election.
Published on August 17, 2008
Local recreation centers to temporarily close for maintenance
Three Lawrence recreation centers will close for several days this month for maintenance.
Published on August 17, 2008
Many parents lament losing children to college life
They've been involved in their children's lives since day one. And as Boomergirl.com's Cathy Hamilton reports, sometimes it's hard for parents to let go when their chicks get ready to leave the nest.
Published on August 17, 2008
Clubs note ripples of interest after Phelps
As the American swimmers haul in medals during the Olympics, local swim clubs are being flooded with calls from parents who believe their children can be the next star to wear the goggles.
Published on August 17, 2008
KU running back core confident despite transfers
After the Kansas football team lost two tailbacks this past week to school transfers, the feeling around camp is still quite simple - there's no need to panic.
Published on August 17, 2008
T-Bones fighting to stay in playoff race
What used to be a comfortable margin how has turned into a slim two-game lead for the 4th and final playoff spot for the Kansas City T-Bones.
Published on August 17, 2008
Sunday, August 17 weather at 6 p.m.
It was 78 degrees at noon on Sunday, August 17
Published on August 17, 2008
Movin' out...of their parents' house
New freshmen at Kansas University are moving in to their new homes - their dorm rooms. But sofas and video games don't move themselves. Parents and current KU students are there to help on move-in day.
Published on August 17, 2008
Sunday, August 17 weather at noon
It was 78 degrees at noon on Sunday, August 17
Published on August 17, 2008
Swimmers talk about the Phelps effect on their sport
Molly Albrecht and Cameron Case, who swim for the Lawrence Aquahawks and Free State High School, talk about the popularity of their sport as Michael Phelps won a record eight gold medals at the Beijing Olympics.
Published on August 17, 2008
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