Janene Gier

Winter Storm Warning in effect for Douglas County

A warning is in effect from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. with afternoon commute hours yielding hazardous travel conditions.

Q&A: What leads to the final decision of a snow day?

KU's director of media relations discusses the process to cancel classes

Avoid snow to avoid the hospital

Lawrence Memorial Hospital reports far fewer injuries Tuesday because people have followed the warning to stay home.

"Day of the Dead" is more than remembering

Students and faculty participated in events on campus in honor of the Mexican holiday.

Big machines, big changes in North Lawrence

A large crane is moving into North Lawrence to aid in building a new hydroelectric plant.

Two professors win Fulbright Scholar Grant

Recipients will use the grants to conduct research in Morocco and China.

Journal of Undergraduate Research prepares for third publication

The peer-reviewed and primarily student-run journal is accepting applications.

Music scene faces new challenges

More listeners are discovering new music online, but live shows still offer a unique experience.

Theater alumni return to University

The Buran Theatre Company is back at KU to prepare for its new show, “The House of Fitzcarraldo.”

Owners sell Jayhawk Bookstore

After 33 years at the top of the hill, the bookstore is now owned by Nebraska Book Company.

How cell phones and social media have changed entertainment

The ability to connect during concerts, movies and sporting events helps us meet our social needs.

Who's cooking in Lawrence

Four chefs at downtown restaurants tell what it takes to survive in the kitchen.

University staff holds food drive

Collection containers will be around campus July 12-16.

Kombucha tea pulled from shelves for alcohol testing

Whole Foods has recalled its kombucha stock, but the fermented tea drink is still available in Lawrence.

Student Health Services launches patient portal

Service will allow students to schedule appointments and communicate with medical staff online through the Kyou portal.

Hydroelectric plant plans expansion

Bowersock Dam will provide better recreation and more clean energy.

Spray tan may soon be cheaper alternative

A 10 percent tan tax taking effect July 1 will not apply to spray tans.

Sacred Journey hits another bump in the legal system

The store was raided last week. This time officials were after a different substance.

Brazilian waxes more popular in summer

Choose a reputable salon to avoid infection after going bare.

Popular burger joint moving to Mass Street

The Burger Stand is leaving Dempsey’s for The Casbah’s former location.

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