Stories for October 19, 2006

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Senior player has showed success so far

Coaches and players agree that Danille Wittman is a tough, hardworking player. The senior defensive specialist/libero plays a special role in team dynamics.

Lawrence man builds wacky bikes

Eric Farnsworth has built quite a variety of bicycles, from a lawnmower bike to his current creation, the "bucking bronco exercise machine." Boog Highberger rides one of Farnsworth's creations after not being able to ride a bike for 20 years.

KU students fast in support of Muslims

A five-day Fast-a-thon has been getting KU students involved in the Muslim culture all week. The charity event is meant to show support of the hungry and homeless in different communities.

Hookah trend grows

Smoking hookah may appear different from smoking cigarettes, but the effects can be far worse. A study shows that one hookah may contain as much tar as 20 cigarettes.

Three KU freshmen open their own shop

The new smoking-lounge business will open today and is being run by three KU freshmen. The business was able to get around the smoking ban to allow for smoking indoors.