Just a sample from New york’s CBS affiliate’s website—on Occupy Wall Street
I think "the natives are getting restless!" here's a sample of comments from the New York City CBS affiliate's website RE Occupy Wall Street and the record breaking [act of God] snowfall[apologies for the formatting]: "BBONE I hope they all get the flu and expire. October 30, ... Continue reading
The Donkey’s Demise?
A recent report indicates that Social Security has prematurely begun to withdraw funds from the non-existent trust fund – read the US Treasury. The Medicare trust fund (part A) is already broke. Medicare Part B is not paying for itself – more drain. Medicaid is growing rapidly. ... Continue reading
October 30th Overnight Law Enforcement & Fire/Medical wrap up
Police around Douglas County were kept pretty active with another night of disturbances, noise complaints, vehicle stops and several burglaries. Police received several complaints of a believed intoxicated driver in the 1200 block of W 6th Street. Two officers responded to the area and were unable to ... Continue reading
Super easy Halloween snack
Every year since my husband and I have been married, we've carved a pumpkin for Halloween. Through the years, we've had some pretty basic jack-o-lanterns, and we've also had attempts at some pretty elaborate ideas the kids or i have come up with. My poor husband does ... Continue reading
Target’s Toy Coupons Preview
This week's paper comes stocked with the "Great Big Toys R Us Book" .... the first of many toy catalogs that will inundate our lives over the next several weeks. As always, I highly recommend making a budget and a shopping list before you begin Holiday shopping ... Continue reading
Thank You Baseball
Thank you Baseball Now that the World Series is over, I sit and reflect back on all seven games, a strong sense of gratitude comes over me. I felt like a kid again, excited to watch every at bat, every play, listening to every comment from Buck ... Continue reading
October 29th Overnight Law Enforcement & Fire/Medical wrap up
Quite a bit of activity early this morning although, nothing that sounded to be too serious. Officers in Lawrence were called to a report of a fight in the 1200 block of Oread, about 10 minutes before 2 a.m.. More than five officers responded on the call ... Continue reading
Swampyville’s - “Our Constitution”
You're the Poet! Fill in the below blanks with the following words or use your own words. Big, care, charm, disgust, dust, harm, high, there. "Our" Constitution! By L. Don Oliver It once was a beautiful document, That was gracefully written _____; And through all it's many ... Continue reading
In Time
Anyone who reads my stuff on a regular basis knows I worry about Hollywood’s lack of originality over the past few years. I actually think movie makers have shown some flicker of life lately. There have been a number of interesting films released over the past few ... Continue reading
Elephant Graveyard?
Recent statistics reveal that the wealthiest among us have again done economically much better then the rest. The Republican Party argues that is just fine – they worked to earn it. Did they? Competing our workers with low cost foreign labor has stifled growth among the middle ... Continue reading
Cryptogram: Quote
I apologize for, yet again, disappearing for a period. How active I'll be here is hard to predict. Starting a new job on Monday. The quote in the cryptogram this week is, I believe, a subtle comment on current events. Continue reading
Haunted house hopes to scare up funds for the Lawrence Humane Society
If you're looking for a haunted house experience and like to be a bit charitable, consider stopping by the Sinister Cinema out front of 2829 Mo. Saturday night. Guests can get a good scare by walking through a movie screen and into their very own horror show ... Continue reading
Realignment Today: 1:37 p.m. - Big 12 announces West Virginia as newest member; Self, Zenger and Gray-Little welcome Mountaineers
**1:37 p.m. Update** Kansas head men's basketball coach Bill Self is on board with the addition of the Mountaineers as well. “I think West Virginia is a great addition (to the Big 12 Conference)," Self said. "Obviously, they bring a national name in multiple sports. And for ... Continue reading
October 28th Overnight Law Enforcement & Fire/Medical wrap up
Mostly quiet in Douglas County, no vehicle pursuits like the night before. Police in Lawrence, as usual, were the most active. Numerous vehicle stops, a very few disturbances and several noise complaints. After 2 a.m. most of the activity consisted of vehicle stops. Police also received information ... Continue reading
Keegan takes on a tough question; plus, which KU position groups have overachieved, underachieved?
**Jesse Newell:** Welcome back to the GameDay Cram Session, as Kansas is taking on Texas in Austin on Saturday. Tom, what was the most interesting thing you took away from KU coach Turner Gill's press conference on Tuesday? **Tom Keegan:** Thanks for the loaded question, Jesse. You ... Continue reading
Can KU Win Its 8th Straight Title
To be honest, I don’t know how to answer this question. My first instinct is to say it will not be possible for KU to win another Big XII championship this season. There is one thing I have learned though. Never count Coach Bill Self out. It ... Continue reading
The actual facts about misconceptions stated on this site, Part 2:
While most people incorrectly claim they know how OWS started, you are correct about how it got started, AdBusters. However as it was about to die, Anonymous rescued and propelled it to the size it is today. Without them, it would not be what you see today. ... Continue reading
The actual facts about misconceptions stated on this site, Part 1:
Here is the TL;DR (Too long, didn't read): 1.) I give you some tools to find real facts on the Net. 2.) The quality of LJW.com has gone down because of trolls. 3.) Most of you are wrong about the origins of Occupy Wall Street. I have ... Continue reading
Kansas vs. Kansas State
The following is the Kansas vs. Kansas State episode of The Gridiron, produced by the Kansas University athletic department. THE GRIDIRON - KANSAS vs KANSAS STATE from Kansas Jayhawks on Vimeo. Continue reading
How did Kansas State’s Tyler Lockett get so open right before the end of the half?
For this blog, I have consulted a Div. II offensive assistant coach, someone we'll just call "Coach." For this week's breakdown, let's look at Kansas State receiver Tyler Lockett's 48-yard reception over the middle with 11 seconds to go in the half. First, let's take a look ... Continue reading
- Tyson puts chicken plant on hold, citing commission's withdrawal of bond support September 19, 2017 · 2 comments
- Discriminatory text messages spur student sit-in over LGBT rights at Lawrence High September 18, 2017 · 72 comments
- Opinion: Americans ignorant about U.S. September 19, 2017 · 8 comments
- Opinion: McCain’s reminder: War is a shared sacrifice September 19, 2017 · 6 comments
- Editorial: A plan must precede a tax September 19, 2017 · 6 comments
- Douglas County official says proposed Tyson plant a Lawrence issue, too September 18, 2017 · 11 comments
- Leavenworth County commissioners revoke bond support for proposed Tyson plant; unclear if vote will hold September 18, 2017 · 21 comments
- Opioid abuse a growing public health problem in Douglas County September 17, 2017 · 6 comments
- LHS transgender students face backlash after protest, say 'this isn't the end' for their advocacy September 19, 2017 · 2 comments
- Lawrence voters to decide whether city should triple spending on affordable housing September 18, 2017 · 19 comments
- Tom Keegan: Punter Bucky Scribner remembered for strength of left foot and character September 18, 2017
- Only in Lawrence: Out of the limelight, Lied Center star shines September 14, 2015
- Editorial: Release booking photographs September 18, 2017
- Plaque completed to mark little-known history of KU's oldest building and its first owner, abolitionist Jim Lane December 5, 2016
- Longtime Baldwin City couple to celebrate 75-year marriage that grew from blind date September 19, 2017
