Lawrence residents peer over the tent city erected along the banks of the Kansas River during the 1982 filming of "The Day After", which portrays the aftermath of nuclear strike in the American midwest. The film, shot primarily in Lawrence, was the second-highest television program of all time, behind the MASH series finale.

Published on November 21, 2008

Bob Swan, left, and his grandson Trey, 10, look over some news clippings from 1983, when "The Day After" originally aired on ABC. The film, shot primarily in Lawrence, enjoyed a 25th-anniversary screening Thursday night at Liberty Hall. The Swans were among about 135 people to attend the showing.

Published on November 21, 2008

The building that was formally Pachamama's Restaurant will soon be turned into a Shakespearean Theater and will employ KU students through independent study classes and internships. Students in the department of English, theatre, music and dance will have the opportunity to work at the theater, which is planned to open by next summer.

Published on November 21, 2008

Alex Gordzica and Brian Bracciano, Lawrence juniors, are co-presidents of Prison Ball Club. Prison Ball Club has 41 official members, but has recruited more on occasion to play the dodgeball-like sport.

Published on November 21, 2008