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September 01, 2006
Jayhawks welcome Northwestern State
The Kansas football team opens the 2006 season against Northwestern State on Saturday. The matchup is the first-ever meeting between both schools.
September 01, 2006
Health center prepares for measles
Student Health Center officials say an outbreak of measles could be on the horizon. The disease is spreading through Germany and could possibly be carried over to the U.S. by tourists.
September 01, 2006
Insurance company raises awareness
September 01, 2006
Local hospital bans smoking
With smoking already prohibited in most Lawrence establishments, the limitations on smoking are piling up. Lawrence Memorial Hospital joins the list of places in Lawrence that are smoke free.
September 01, 2006
KU rolls over Demons
The Kansas football team defeated Northwestern State, 49-18. Redshirt freshman QB Kerry Meier made his much anticipated debut for the Jayhawks.
September 03, 2006
Men's team excels at Rim Rock
The Kansas men's cross country team earned their second straight win at the Bob Timmons Invitational on Saturday. Junior Paul Hefferon captured first place in the 8k race.
September 03, 2006
Women capture Bob Timmons Invite
The women's cross country team posted their second consecutive victory at the Bob Timmons Invitational on Saturday. Junior Melissa O'Rourke was the top Jayhawk finisher.
September 03, 2006
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September 05, 2006
Mangino praises ULM
Kansas head football coach Mark Mangino held his weekly press conference at Hadl Auditorium. Mangino discussed the matchup versus the Warhawks in week two.
September 05, 2006
Funding problems delay Internet company
Lawrence Freenet promised students Internet access by the start of August, but the company still needs $1.9 million in funding before it can build the infrastructure.
September 05, 2006
Dangerous infection becoming more common
MRSA, a rare staph infection can be life-threatening if not treated correctly. Learn how to properly protect yourself against it with the new school year starting up.
September 05, 2006
Gas prices drop, but for how long?
The law of gravity may apply to gas prices after all. Record-breaking prices are a thing of the past as pump prices continue to decline.
September 05, 2006
Recess a dangerous game
Is your child monkeying around on the monkey bars? Learn how parents can help prevent the number one cause of injury among elementary school students.
September 06, 2006
9/11 photographs on display
This year marks the fifth anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and the Dole Institute of Politics is now featuring a 9/11 photo exhibit.
September 06, 2006
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September 06, 2006
Ford CEO has local ties
Ford Motor Company named KU alumnus and Lawrence native Alan Mulally its new president and CEO Tuesday. KUJH caught up with Mulally's mother and sister.
September 06, 2006
Indian art comes to town
Art lovers from across the nation will be traveling to Lawrence this weekend. Find out what annual event is being held.
September 07, 2006
Volleyball squad prepares for BYU
The Kansas volleyball team returns home to the Horejsi Family Athletics Center. The Jayhawks will look to extend its four match win steak against #16 BYU on Thursday.
September 06, 2006
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September 07, 2006
KU runners travel to Manhattan
The Kansas cross country teams will compete at the Wildcat Invitational in Manhattan, Kan. The Jayhawks look to take a bite out of the Little Apple on Friday.
September 07, 2006
City offers poker class
Ever thought you could hold your own against some of the best poker players? Thanks to the city of Lawrence, that possibility could become reality.
September 07, 2006
Whooping cough cases increase
Health officials are concerned about the increase of whooping cough cases among elementary school chlidren, with five cases reported in Douglas County in the last few weeks.
September 07, 2006
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September 08, 2006
Band day losing popularity
Band day is a tradition at KU, but participation has declined over the last 20 years. One official blames high school cost-cutting for the decline.
September 08, 2006
Road improvements seek bike safety
A recent addition on Naismith Drive increases the profile of Lawrence bike riders. Some cyclists still question their safety.
September 08, 2006
Local firm pushes public transit
A Lawrence architectural firm challenged its employees to find an alternative mode of transportation to get to work on Friday, leaving the parking lot empty.
September 08, 2006
KU volleyball upsets No. 16 BYU
Kansas opens the Jayhawk Classic with an opening round victory over nationally ranked BYU. Jayhawks handed the Cougars its first loss of the season on Thursday.
September 08, 2006
Lady Razorbacks outlast Jayhawks
The Kansas volleyball team played host to SEC foe Arkansas on Saturday. Three Jayhawks set new career-highs in the losing effort.
September 10, 2006
KU holds off ULM, 21-19.
The Kansas football team defeated Louisiana-Monroe at Memorial Stadium on Saturday. Jayhawks open the season 2-0 for the third straight year.
September 10, 2006
KU closes gender gap
In colleges across the nation, women outnumber men. How does KU compare with the national trend of women in higher education?
September 11, 2006
Victims of 9-11 remembered
Members of the Chabad Jewish Center at the University of Kansas shed light on the tragedy of 9-11.
September 11, 2006
Downtown road work begins
Shoppers will face some backup when they head downtown because of the revamped Farmer's Market. Construction crews began their work today, see how long it's expected to last.
September 12, 2006
KU students pose for Playboy
The KU models featured in the October issue of Playboy magazine were at the Jayhawk Bookstore Tuesday signing copies of the issue.
September 12, 2006
More advising necessary?
Students and advisors at The University of Kansas clash about the amount of advising students need to graduate. One advisor spoke out about the topic.
September 12, 2006
Mangino embraces road test
Kansas head football coach Mark Mangino held his weekly press conference at Hadl Auditorium on Tuesday. KU will play Toledo on Friday.
September 12, 2006
Cooking up some local flavor
Lawrence area restaurants spent the day preparing for an annual Lawrence event. Find out why restaurants busy preparing enough food for 1,700 people.
September 13, 2006
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September 13, 2006
Lied Center goes Hawaiian
Students living in residence halls had only one option for eating on campus tonight and it turned out to be more than just a meal.
September 13, 2006
Wal-Mart completes expansion
Today marks the end of Wal-Mart's 18-month expansion to add a grocery department. Find out how this expansion might affect local businesses.
September 13, 2006
Bechard anticipates match with NU
The Kansas volleyball team begins Big 12 play on Wednesday at top ranked Nebraska. Head coach Ray Bechard looks forward to the challenge of visiting Lincoln.
September 13, 2006
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September 14, 2006
KU runner earns honors
The Big 12 conference named Colby Wissel Runner of the Week. Wissel captured first place at the Kansas State Wildcat Invitational.
September 14, 2006
Fatigue affects student's health
With Americans working more hours their health is being overlooked. A new study shows that this neglect could hurt them.
September 14, 2006
Playboy Issue release causes controversy
Nine KU students happily posed for Playboy. Not all of their classmates were happy about their decision.
September 14, 2006
New policy protects uninsured
A new plan requires Kansas hospitals to inform their uninsured patients of their rights. The policies are already largely in effect in Kansas.
September 14, 2006
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September 15, 2006
Jayhawks host No. 5 Texas
The Kansas volleyball team welcomes the fifth ranked Longhorns to Lawrence on Saturday. The Jayhawks are in search of their first conference win of the season.
September 15, 2006
Lights out in Wescoe
September 15, 2006
Butterflies affected by drought
Dry conditions may influence the number of monarch butterflies that make it back from their annual migration to Mexico. An expert hopes the drought's effects aren't too severe.
September 15, 2006
Facebook creates public outcry
A new feature on Facebook poses conflict over privacy rights. The popular social network responded with new measures to calm the outrage.
September 15, 2006
Jayhawks tally clean sheet
The Kansas soccer team played host to Central Florida on Sunday in Lawrence. The Jayhawks were in search of their fifth victory of the season.
September 18, 2006
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September 18, 2006
Spinach sparse in eateries
Several Lawrence restaurants have pulled spinach dishes from their menus. Find out how one local restaurant is making do without the leafy green.
September 18, 2006
KU focuses on fire safety
The National Center for Campus Fire Safety declared September National Campus Fire Safety month. Find out what one local landlord is doing to protect his residents.
September 18, 2006
Fire death toll reaches five
Firefighters continue to investigate a fire that ravaged an East Lawrence home early Sunday morning. They found three more bodies Monday.
September 18, 2006
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September 19, 2006
Bus systems talk of merging
The Lawrence Transit System and KU on Wheels are in discussions to possibly combine the two services and make it easier for commuters. Find out how the talks are coming.
September 19, 2006
Permits rise in popularity
Moped parking permit sales have zoomed past last year's total. The permits are an inexpensive alternative for students.
September 20, 2006
City reexamines 23rd street
City engineers are proposing an idea that would combine entryways and create less congestion on 23rd street. Find out what the businesses on the street think about the idea.
September 19, 2006
Research a priority at KU
Teachers are asked to put as much emphasis on research as they do their studies, which in turn helps the University maintain its image nationally.
September 19, 2006
Mangino defends QB Meier
Kansas head football coach Mark Mangino held his weekly press conference on Tuesday. Mangino addressed the media on the team's loss against Toledo.
September 19, 2006
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September 20, 2006
Center mum on sex survey
Watkins Memorial Health Center received bad grades on the Trojan Sexual Health Report Card; the center argues that it provides adequate resources.
September 20, 2006
Provost prompts outcry
Students and professors may see a change in their curriculum. Starting in October, KU will no longer use the Web site turnitin.com to prevent plagiarism.
September 20, 2006
KU welcomes Texas A&M
The Kansas volleyball team continues Big 12 play against Texas A&M on Wednesday. Both teams are winless in the conference.
September 20, 2006
KU ends Big 12 losing streak
The Kansas volleyball team played host to Texas A&M on Wednesday night. The Jayhawks earned its first conference victory of the season.
September 21, 2006
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September 21, 2006
Students remembered after tragedy
Most residents of Lawrence were not affected by a fire early Sunday, but one family's loss will be memorialized by a local school.
September 21, 2006
Steam locomotive comes to town
A real steam locomotive made its way to Lawrence Thursday morning. Find out why it was passing through.
September 21, 2006
Research opportunities increase
Research is increasing at the University of Kansas, but it won't be administered by professors or graduate students.
September 21, 2006
KU soccer opens Big 12
The Kansas soccer team begins its conference season on Friday against Oklahoma State in Stillwater. The match marks the first of four straight road games for KU.
September 21, 2006
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September 22, 2006
Playskool conducts recall
Playskool initiated a voluntary recall of its Team Talkin' Tool Bench. The decision by the popular toy brand follows the deaths of two children.
September 22, 2006
CDC pushes HIV testing
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention takes steps to make HIV testing part of routine health care. The CDC hopes the tests increase HIV awareness.
September 22, 2006
ACT scores improve at KU
Chancellor Robert Hemenway announced the average ACT scores of KU freshmen are above the national average. The scores reflect the University's goal of improving the student body.
September 22, 2006
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September 25, 2006
Jayhawks travel to Boulder
The Kansas volleyball team continues its Big 12 schedule on the road. Senior Jana Correa leads the Jayhawks against the Colorado Buffaloes Saturday night.
September 22, 2006
Academic Success Week begins
It's the sixth week of the semester and most students now realize where they stand in their classes. Students who may need a little boost can check out an array of Academic Success Week activities.
September 25, 2006
Police find hit-and-run driver
Police have tracked down the driver that killed a
September 25, 2006
Woman dies in police standoff
Lawrence police shoot a gun-weilding woman outside her Michigan Avenue home.
September 25, 2006
KU defeats South Florida
The Kansas football team played host to Big East opponent South Florida on Saturday. The Jayhawks earned their third victory of the season.
September 25, 2006
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September 26, 2006
Chinese classes a hit
Last May, the Confucius Institute opened at the University of Kansas to teach the Chinese language to anyone who wanted to learn. Now, in its first month of classes to the public, the institute is having a positive impact on students.
September 26, 2006
Bookstore fights censorship
For 25 years the Oread Bookstore has set a week aside to showcase banned books, protesting censureship measures.
September 26, 2006
Commission discussing Iraq
The Lawrence City Commission will vote Tuesday on whether to put a referendum on the November ballot recommending that the troops in Iraq be brought home.
September 26, 2006
Barmann preps for Big 12
The Kansas Jayhawks football team begins conference play on Saturday against No. 21 Nebraska. KU senior Adam Barmann addressed the media on his playing status.
September 26, 2006
Prescription costs fall
Wal-Mart's low prices might once again affect small businesses. A new test program that lowers prices for generic prescriptions caused other companies' stocks to fall.
September 28, 2006
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September 27, 2006
College drinking rises
A recent study published by the U.S. Government says that college students drink more than any other segment of the population. Find out why the number of college students drinking has increased.
September 27, 2006
KU gateway causes problems
KU's new gateway has created a financial pothole for the parking department to fill. The cost to relocate a new booth will take money away from repairing parking lots.
September 27, 2006
Passports required for travel
American travelers will soon be required to have a passport for border travel. Learn more about the U.S. Department of State's new passport rules.
September 27, 2006
Huskers return 15 starters
The Nebraska football team enters this weekend's football game versus Kansas as the No. 21 ranked program in the country. Head coach Bill Callahan begins his third year in the Big 12.
September 27, 2006
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September 28, 2006
Local Institute celebrates big 5-0
One local institute celebrates its 50th anniversary on Friday and Saturday. The event will be open to the public.
September 28, 2006
Albright speech criticized Bush
Wednesday night local residents had the opportunity to hear the first female secretary of state speak.
September 28, 2006
KU artists design science building
Art and science, at times, make for strange bedfellows. Find out how these two disciplines coexist at the University of Kansas.
September 28, 2006
Books sold to improve library
The Friends of the Library started their fall book sale Thursday. The annual event is a favorite of the Lawrence community.
September 28, 2006
Douglas County prepared for flu
Last year's flu outbreak found many without the necessary vaccinations. Find out what Douglas County is doing to fix this problem.
September 28, 2006
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September 29, 2006
Fresh produce for all
September 29, 2006
Animal shelter hosts fundraiser
For anyone wanting to help a homeless pet, tonight is the time. The Lawrence Humane Society will host a fundraiser Friday night to raise money for its animal shelter.
September 29, 2006
Corliss named city manager
Lawrence Mayor Mike Amyx named Dave Corliss as new city manager on Friday. Corliss previously served as interim city manager.
September 29, 2006
Jayhawks travel to Lincoln
The Kansas football team begins its Big 12 schedule against No. 21 Nebraska on Saturday. KU has lost 18 straight games in Lincoln.
September 29, 2006
