Stories for April 3, 2007

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Sports Calendar: April 3, 2007

Check out this week's sporting events.

Ervin: I'm sorry, Mr. Coffee

Paychecks have prevented me from seeing you; I miss you

We’ve been through a lot together, my little brown bean. You’ve helped me with too many papers, finals and boring professors to count.

Colaianni: Sport fans get a break

There are few alternatives available for sports fans after March

With the excitement of NFL and college basketball over, what do we have to look forward to? Nothing really.

City commission? What?

Low student voter turnout expected

Within the last six years, the Lawrence city commission banned three unrelated people from living together in some areas of the city, smoking in all enclosed public places and possession of firearms within 200 feet of bars. Where will students be when Lawrence residents vote for city commission today? Probably at home.

Around the Big 12 diamonds

OSU swept Baylor in the only 3-0 series last weekend

Oklahoma State, Kansas State, Missouri, Texas A&M and Texas each took their series during the weekend. Check out the highlights and the lowlights.

Nine damaged roofs remain

Roof repair completion expected by summer

Roofs on about 20 campus buildings have been repaired since last year's microburst. However, Spooner Hall, Dyche Hall, Bailey Hall, Haworth Hall, Summerfield Hall, Learned Hall, Allen Fieldhouse, Strong Hall and Stauffer-Flint Hall are still damaged — and in many cases leaky.

Candidates include four newcomers

City commission to include at least one fresh face

How much do you know about the candidates for today's city commission election? We've already done the work for you, so learn more right now.

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Couples' lip locks kick off pride week

Lawrence Pride Week raises money and awareness for Donate Against Hate Campaign.

Queers and Allies organize public displays of affection on Wescoe Beach to promote awareness. Kissing was one of only ten events organized for pride week at the University.

Christian students remember fallen

Vigils to take place at noon every Monday in April

“We’ve all been frustrated by the complicity shown by the Christian community regarding the war.”

Baseball’s comeback not enough for win

Impressive play doesn't add up to victory, players still pleased

Baseball faces K-State tonight after losing to Missouri last weekend. Next year’s schedule change will put more weight on mid-week games.

Correction: April 3, 2007

Club Axis’ dress code does not permit baggy clothing or jean shorts. Jeans and jean skirts are allowed.

Schneider: Students need more space

Busy rec center shows lack of student-only spaces

Those of you who frequent the Student Recreation and Fitness Center here know that getting a free machine at this time can be about as easy as finding a parking space in downtown New York... I just wish we had more space on campus dedicated solely to student use.

Free for All: April 3, 2007

Dear Free for All, how do you cook panda meat? I just don’t know what to do! Call me back!

Editorial: Movies not a happy escape

Seek films with happy themes as a release from reality

You've heard it all before, but we swear it's true. Your relatively carefree stay at a beautiful campus in a wonderful city will fly by faster than you expect. Take care this season to not get completely smothered by school.

Athletes attend Senate debate

Goalposts, paperless basketball tickets lead discussion

Student Senate presidential and vice presidential candidates held a debate open only to student athletes. Delta Force, United Students and Students' Rights candidates participated in a Q&A session.

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Softball wants to put their loss behind them

Team hopes to return to winning streak after loss to Baylor

Baylor leaves Lawrence victorious after Sunday's game. Ramirez says the team enjoys being on home field with home crowd support.