NCAA celebrations cost the city thousands

Tuesday, May 6, 2008

Lawrence ensures extra firefighters, medical officers and police were present for downtown madness.

Cinco de Mayo: under the influence

Monday, May 5, 2008

Although many Americans may think Cinco de Mayo originated in Mexico, its first celebration actually occurred in California. Various groups and businesses in Lawrence are preparing for the holiday, regardless.

Vermont street fire contained to single apartment

Thursday, May 1, 2008

Lawrence Fire Department acts quickly; keeps damage to a minimum.

Students, Lawrence residents run a buck in 5K, half marathon

Monday, April 21, 2008

The courses started at Haskell University and routed around Lawrence. Even former KU athletes participated in the run.

Fake $100 bill used for delivery

Monday, April 21, 2008

A Phi Kappa Psi fraternity member reportedly used a fake $100 bill for a Pita Pit delivery order on April 11. The Lawrence Police Department is investigating the matter, but many sources believe the fraternity member didn’t realize it was fake.

Lawrence residents find benefits in local food

Monday, April 21, 2008

The Lawrence Farmers’ Market has become a popular shopping option for local residents. A discussion tonight will focus on the benefits of locally-grown food.

Forty-eight hours on the street

Friday, April 18, 2008

An alternative spring break activity gave KU students the chance to be homeless for two days.

Mass. street to see environmental parade

Friday, April 18, 2008

Downtown celebration on Saturday will welcome Earth Day on Tuesday.

Sentence handed down to Last Call shooter

Tuesday, April 15, 2008

Last Call shooter gets 15-year prison sentence.

Lawrence officers stay busy during madness

Wednesday, April 9, 2008

Even with the rain fans took the celebration to the streets, where the police made sure things stayed safe.

Lawrence City Commission adopts Oread Redevelopment Project

Wednesday, April 9, 2008

With city commission approval, demolition on Indiana and 12th streets may begin. Yellow Sub and the Crossing, along with various houses in the area will be demolished.

Patents not pending for the University

Wednesday, April 9, 2008

Research patents are having an increase at the University and research are seeing the benefits of these patents.

Mass St. turns into ground zero for fans after game

Tuesday, April 8, 2008

Downtown businesses handle the flow of fans following the Jayhawks' victory in the championship men's basketball game.

Downtown businesses benefit from successes of basketball team

Tuesday, April 8, 2008

Various establishments along Massachusetts Street have taken advantage of thousands of fans eagerly wanting services after games.

Cops stayed cool when downtown got hot Monday night

Tuesday, April 8, 2008

Lawrence police maintained order downtown as fans got rowdy after Monday night's victory.

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