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Story archive for December 2005

KU exercising video helps Parkinson's patients

KU exercising video helps Parkinson's patientsA video for Parkinson's disease patients has earned KU Continuing Education a second national award.
December 08, 2005

Badgers halled over

Badgers halled overThe Kansas women's basketball team defeated the Wisconsin Badgers 90-87 in a double overtime thriller Dec. 10 at Allen Fieldhouse.
December 11, 2005

Track starts season

Track starts seasonThe Jayhawks kicked off the indoor track season at the K-State All-Comers meet Saturday.
December 12, 2005

Big 12 honor for Kemp

Big 12 honor for KempKU senior forward, Crystal Kemp, was named Big 12 Player of the Week on Monday.
December 12, 2005

Women's basketball team continues winning streak

Women's basketball team continues winning streakThe Jayhawks defeated the Florida International Golden Panthers 73-65 Sunday afternoon at Allen Fieldhouse making their season record 8-0.
December 18, 2005

Going for 9

Going for 9Unbeaten Kansas looks for revenge on Creighton.
December 21, 2005

ESPN Honors

ESPN HonorsPaula Caten named 2005 ESPN The Magazine Academic All-American.
December 21, 2005

Football team visits children's medical center

Football team visits children's medical centerThe Kansas Jayhawks and Houston Cougars spent an afternoon at Cook's Children Medical Center in Fort Worth, visiting with patients.
December 21, 2005

Gault and Smith honors

Gault and Smith honorsKansas soccer's Holly Gault and Caroline Smith were named to the Soccer Buzz All-Central Region team.
December 21, 2005

Women's basketball team sinks another win

Women's basketball team sinks another winThe Kansas Jayhawks defeated the Creighton Blue Jays 63-52 Wednesday night.
December 21, 2005

Press conference kicks off Bowl game

Press conference kicks off Bowl gameMark Mangino was interviewed by members of the press at the Kickoff Press Conference Thursday morning in Fort Worth, Texas.
December 22, 2005

Jackson returns to court, 12 points, 6 rebounds

Jackson returns to court, 12 points, 6 reboundsThe Kansas men's basketball team defeated Northern Colorado, 85-62 Thursday night at Allen Fieldhouse.
December 23, 2005

Pep rally kicks off bowl game

Pep rally kicks off bowl gameKansas and Houston fans gathered at Sundance Square in Fort Worth, Thursday night, to show their spirit and kickoff the 2005 Fort Worth Bowl.
December 23, 2005

Kansas wins BIG in bowl

Kansas wins BIG in bowlThe Jayhawks defeated the Cougars 42-13 Friday night at the 2005 Fort Worth Bowl in Fort Worth, TX. Senior Jason Swanson was named MVP of the game.
December 23, 2005

Jayhawks drown waves

Jayhawks drown wavesKansas is 10-0 after downing Pepperdine 73-60, Wednesday night at Allen Fieldhouse.
December 29, 2005

Local teens participate in World AIDS Day

Local teens participate in World AIDS DayOn World AIDS Day, Free State High School students get involved in World AIDS Day events. Students and teachers are working together to help raise awareness about AIDS prevention and care.
December 01, 2005

New concerns about identity theft emerge

New concerns about identity theft emergeIdentity theft could be on the rise as paying with a credit card but not signing the receipt has become more prevalent.
December 01, 2005

Coming up on KUJH-TV News

Coming up on KUJH-TV NewsHere's what we're working on for KUJH-TV News...
December 01, 2005

World AIDS Day has local meaning

World AIDS Day has local meaningThe Douglas County AIDS Project is using World AIDS Day to remind people what they can do to take heed of the deadly disease.
December 01, 2005

Coffee may boost short-term memory

Coffee may boost short-term memoryCoffee might boost more than just consumers' energy levels. New research shows that caffeine can also improve short-term memory.
December 01, 2005

Manhattan considers smoking ban

Manhattan considers smoking banManhattan voters may be deciding whether to ban smoking in the workplace as early as next year. The ban would be similar to the ban passed in Lawrence.
December 01, 2005

Gas company to assist customers with utility costs

Gas company to assist customers with utility costsThis winter Lawrence gas company Aquila predicts their customer's gas bills will rise 50 percent. But the company is trying to ease customers' pain.
December 01, 2005

Eldridge Hotel displays sweet creations

Eldridge Hotel displays sweet creationsDozens of gingerbread and graham-cracker creations are on display to the public at the Eldridge Hotel downtown. The creations will be auctioned off next week to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters.
December 02, 2005

Dooley apologizes for post-game incident

Dooley apologizes for post-game incidentKansas men's basketball assistant coach Joe Dooley apologized for a confrontation with a Nevada player.
December 02, 2005

Humane Society accepts animals from shelter

Humane Society accepts animals from shelterThe Lawrence Humane Society took hundreds of animals from a licensed animal shelter that failed inspection. The humane society will try to nurse these animals back to health to give them a better chance of being adopted.
December 02, 2005

New plant would stir up controversy

New plant would stir up controversyDouglas County is in need of a new Waste Water Treatment plant, which might stir up controversy. The increased Douglas County growth is the main reason for the new plant.
December 02, 2005

Airports to change security policies

Airports to change security policiesIf students and faculty plan on traveling by airplane for the holidays, they will see changes during routine security screenings. Items such as certain scissors, screwdrivers, wrenches and pliers will be allowed on flights starting Dec. 22.
December 02, 2005

Faculty, staff unsure about new parking lot

Faculty, staff unsure about new parking lotConvincing faculty and staff to park-and-ride could be a challenge for the parking department.
December 05, 2005

Coming up on KUJH-TV News

Coming up on KUJH-TV NewsHere's what we're working on for Monday night's news.
December 05, 2005

Designer bags: rent or buy?

Designer bags: rent or buy?There's a new way to get ahold of a designer handbag, now you can rent them online. The idea of paying $100 a month for a Luis Vitton rent-a-purse could be a tough sell here in Lawrence, however.
December 05, 2005

Winter aid provided for lower income residents

Winter aid provided for lower income residentsKansas Warm Homes project creates winterization kits for Kansas residents who fall in the lower income categories and seek aid during the winter months.
December 05, 2005

Internet sales tax in Kansas' future

Internet sales tax in Kansas' futureKansas looks to implement a tax plan that would charge internet sales taxes to purchases outside of the state.
December 05, 2005

Art sale showcases students' work

Art sale showcases students' workChristmas is three weeks away but Student Union Activities wants students to get in the giving mood.
December 05, 2005

Hockey

When you think of Kansas athletics, you think of basketball, football and maybe even the Kansas Relays. Most people don't think of hockey. But KU does have a hockey team and it's growing.
December 05, 2005

Hockey club growing at KU

Hockey club growing at KUWhen you think of Kansas athletics, you think of basketball, football and maybe even the Kansas Relays. Most people don't think of hockey. But KU does have a hockey team and it's growing.
December 05, 2005

Hawks going bowling

Hawks going bowlingThe Jayhawks will face the Houston Cougars in the Fort Worth Bowl December 23rd in Ft. Worth, Texas.
December 06, 2005

Controversial professor reports attack

Controversial professor reports attackKansas professor Paul Mirecki was attacked by two men just outside of Lawrence on Monday. As the chairman of religious studies at KU, Mirecki has made recent headlines after criticizing Christian fundamentalists.
December 06, 2005

Project Safewatch encourages safe drinking

Project Safewatch encourages safe drinkingThe Panhellenic Association and Intrafraternity Council started up the new program targeted at the responsible consumption of alcohol.
December 06, 2005

Weather presents dangers

Weather presents dangersWith the threat of ice and snow in the upcoming weeks, the University is preparing precautions to make sure students remain safe while walking to class.
December 06, 2005

Season increases shipping demand

Season increases shipping demandWith the holiday season approaching, consumers can take many safety precautions to make sure their packages are safely received through the postal service.
December 06, 2005

Turkey not hazard for bird flu yet

Turkey not hazard for bird flu yetThe USDA announced last month that all turkeys sold in the United States were not at risk for bird flu. However, the birds still need to be prepared with care to avoid potential sickness.
December 06, 2005

Kansas not at risk for flu outbreak

Kansas not at risk for flu outbreakThe bird flu currently does not pose a major threat to those in Kansas. Though migratory birds spread the virus, no cases have been reported in the United States.
December 06, 2005

Bowl tickets free to students

Bowl tickets free to studentsFor the second time in three years, postseason football tickets will be free for all KU students. Those attending the Fort Worth Bowl can pick up their free ticket at the stadium on the day of the game.
December 06, 2005

'Hawks lost in the Big Apple

'Hawks lost in the Big AppleThe Jayhawks (3-4) fell to the St. Joseph's Hawks (4-1) 70-67 Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
December 06, 2005

Coming up on KUJH-TV News

Coming up on KUJH-TV NewsHere's what we are working on for KUJH-TV News...
December 07, 2005

Road conditions wreak havoc on drivers

Road conditions wreak havoc on driversAs Lawrence experienced its first real dose of winter weather Wednesday, city residents also saw their first day of snowy road conditions.
December 07, 2005

Embattled professor steps down as chair

Embattled professor steps down as chairTwo days after he reported being attacked by two men on a road south of Lawrence, Paul Mirecki, associate professor of religious studies, resigned from his post as chair of the Department of Religious Studies.
December 07, 2005

Frozen water pipes can give homeowners fits

Frozen water pipes can give homeowners fitsAs winter rears its head upon Lawrence, local officials say that the cold weather can cause household water pipes to leak or burst if the proper steps aren't taken.
December 07, 2005

Winter weather doesn't stop deliveries

Winter weather doesn't stop deliveriesCommunity Supplement Food Program, a Ballard community-based food distribution program, delivered food as usual Wednesday despite the weather.
December 07, 2005

KU prepares for finals week

KU prepares for finals weekThe Kansas Union and the KU Libraries are offering extended hours and special services for students studying for final exams.
December 08, 2005

KU students struggle to make it to campus

KU students struggle to make it to campusIt may be a snow day for the Lawrence public schools, but the University of Kansas stuck it out until the bitter end.
December 08, 2005

Christmas lighting causes extra costs

Christmas lighting causes extra costsIn addition to the usual expenses asscoiated with the holiday season, people now worry about their Christmas decoration. With the increase in utility costs, some vow to leave their lights off this winter.
December 08, 2005