Overnight weather for January 14, 2010

The temperatures are warming slightly and hanging in the 30s tonight. There is a light breeze blowing and light fog will probably be rolling into the area as the morning nears.

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Alcohol poses problems for KU students

After two alcohol-related student deaths in the past two years, KU is working to address the problem of student alcohol abuse. An unofficial study says 40 percent of KU students say they drink more since being at the university.

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Residents give in times of need

Douglas County residents have a record of giving during disaster recovery. The Red Cross is advising people who want to help donate money instead of clothing or food.

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Potholes plague Lawrence streets

The snow and ice that have blanketed Lawrence for weeks have taken their toll on the city's roads. Crews are working to fill potholes to make driving a little easier on drivers.

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State legislators move to ban chemicals

State leaders are looking to ban chemicals in K2, a herbal substance that has marijuana-like effects on users. Legislators want to make some of the chemicals in the substance illegal.

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Plans for highway to be discussed

The Kansas Department of Transportation is gearing up to discuss plans for Highway 56 with the public. Plans will address the 22-mile stretch of road.

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Manhattan business withdraws proposal

A Manhattan business withdrew its proposal for sand-dredging operation. The withdrawal comes on the heels of concerns from the FAA about bird interference with airplanes.

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Winds of energy change blowing in Kansas

Renewable energy efforts in Kansas are rolling along nicely. Kansas is third in the country in wind harvesting.

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Eudora school board seeking member

The city of Eudora will be looking at candidates for a position on the school board. There is one vacancy that the current members will be looking to fill.

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KU basketball bounces back

The KU men took care of business after suffering their first lost of the season at Tennessee. The Jayhawks overcame a shaky first half to return to their winning ways.

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Free State girls rolling in new year

The FSHS girls' basketball team has won four of its last five games. The Firebirds will look to continue playing well against Olathe North.

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LHS basketball figuring it out in 2010

After starting the season with six losses, the Lions have finally started clicking. The boys' basketball team is undefeated in the new year.

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LHS rolls at the alley

The LHS boys and girls bowling teams captured first place in the area quad tournament. Each team begins the season at 1-0.

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Free State hosts swim meet

The boys swim team hosted several other area teams in a home meet. While individuals performed well, it wasn't enough for the Firebirds to capture first place.

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6 Weather Afternoon Forecast for Jan. 14, 2010

Winds will be light and variable, switching from the south to the north as a weak cold front pushes through. Cloudy skies continue tonight, with patchy fog possible by Friday morning and lows falling into the middle 20s. Clouds slowly clear out Friday, with highs in the middle to upper 30s.

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Commuter Forecast for Jan. 14, 2010

Temperatures are warming up, making things a bit messy with everything melting, but that shouldn't effect the afternoon commute overly much.

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St. Sophia Orthodox Church

A small Lawrence congregation maintains the traditions of the orthodox church at St. Sophia Orthodox Church, part of the Orthodox Church in America.

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6 Weather Morning Forecast for Jan. 14, 2010

Expect mostly cloudy skies, with patchy drizzle possible throughout the day. Temperatures will remain pretty steady, in the upper 30s to lower 40s. Winds will be light and variable, switching from the south to the north as a weak cold front pushes through.

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Commuter forecast for January 14, 2010

The roads may be wet from melting snow and there is a chance for some drizzly rain. Also, be mindful of areas of patchy fog on the morning commute.

Published on January 14, 2010