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Story archive for March 2006

Friday, March 31

• Lady Wildcats WNIT Champions

• Williams named coach of year, Redick player of year

• Companies sue sunscreen brands for improper labels

• 'Moonwalk' therapy easier way to recovery

• Increasing college costs difficult for students, families

• Most of weekend looks good

• Championship game on line in final game of season

• Bonaparte, consultant to choose new police chief

• Man arrested for theft

• Kemp ready for WNBA challenge

• Store robberies may be related

• Annual sale underway for local organization

• Patriot Guard Riders honored for military support

• Team honored for efforts in Operation Iraqi Freedom

• Legislative session goes to recess with no solution for school funding

• House approves Scruffy’s Law, waits for Senate approval

• Wildfire disaster for fire crews, residents

• Wichita students leave school to protest at City Hall

• High school students speak out on immigration with march to State Capitol

• Bramlage Coliseum sold out for WNIT Championship game

• Stone murders 'Basic Instinct' sequel

• Suspects sought in Topeka liquor store robbery

• Kansas prepares for potential swarm of killer bees

• Journalists says she was treated well by kidnappers

• Tom Daschle, former majority leader, to speak at KU

• Bush pushes for legislation that takes pressure off of border patrol

• Kansas geography bee begins today

• Topeka Civic Theatre gets tax credit to renovate old Gage school building

• Kansans honor Notre Dame coach killed in plane crash

• Baseball season starts under cloud of steroid questions

• State of Emergency declared for Reno, Montgomery Counties

• 49 News to air Kansas State Women's WNIT Championship

• Health advocates sponsor Health Day at the Capitol

• Slither, Basic Instict 2, Ice Age: The Meltdown

• Topeka organizations, city crews to clean up 18 neighborhoods

• Fishing enthusiasts headed to Perry Lake for Crappie Fishing Tournament

• Lyon County considers establishing county manager position

• Grandma's recipe a chunky success

• Clearing today, but storms arrive tomorrow night

• Arts and crafts store to open in Topeka

Thursday, March 30

• Quarterback questions surface at K-State

• High school championship experience helps young Wildcats for Friday

• Club receives $100,000 donation from organization

• Museum serves as military lesson for all ages

• U.S. journalist released from captivity

• Childhood heart repairs fade as patient ages

• Topeka police search for suspects in robbery

• Quieter weather tonight

• Royals news, notes

• Brand assures Final Four to KC with successful vote

• Chasing a championship

• Neighborhood looks forward to city clean-up project

• Tornado watch expires for 18 Kansas counties

• Accident raises concern of seat belts on busses

• Rally at Capitol aims to increase retiree benefits

• Three arrested for Topeka robberies; Man charged with battery

• Legislators struggle to find answer to school finance

• Traveling bus stops in Topeka with helpful message

• Negotiation needed for funeral picketing bill to progress

• Jefferson County thunderstorm warning expires

• Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Topeka counties

• Shawnee, Wabaunsee, Jackson Counties under Severe Thunderstorm Warning

• Severe thunderstorms for Brown, Nemaha Counties canceled

• Severe Thunderstorm Warning expired for Riley, Pottawatomie Counties

• Geary County's Severe Thunderstorm Warning expires

• Severe thunderstorms blow across northeast Kansas

• No booze at Shawnee State Fishing Lake, state announces

• Manhattan makes city concession operations more accountable

• Immigration reform may deprive Americans of fresh produce

• Government announces new fuel standards for SUVs

• USDA Energy Conference held in Kansas

• U.S. Ambassador says no ransom was paid for journalist's release

• Two former Westar execs could face life in prison

• Beatles company, Apple argue over rights to apple logo

• Police arrest one man accused of assaulting two Topeka men

• Police arrest two teens, one adult for Friday night robberies

• Tornado watch issued for Northeast Kansas

• Law students aim to bridge the gap between WU, community

• Paving the way for broader liquor sales at Kansas State Fair

• Wichita Police seize heroin, cocaine and fireworks from home

• Topeka is home to stories of the nation's military history

• Cleaner fuel coming to Kansas' pumps

• Web site offers educational games for children

• Wind advisory this afternoon

• Moderate risk of severe weather today

Wednesday, March 29

• Jayhawks knock off No. 13 Shockers

• Royals continue spring training; Buck O'Neil expects good things from team

• Police deparment switches to semi-automatic gun

• Fire crews battle blaze on Valencia

• Residential fires break out around Topeka

• Old technology finds right treatment fast

• Few storms late tonight

• Lady Wildcats make most of post-season

• Stadium renovations topic of vote next Tuesday

• Indiana introduces Sampson as head coach

• Tigers win big on road; defeat Ichabods 10-2

• Lady Blues softball team sweep Gorillas

• Olympic, world champions to attend Kansas Relays

• Teenage death inspires dangerous animal legislation

• Auto accidents send three people to hospital

• Students shaken up after car hits bus on way to school

• New trail adds to Lake atmosphere

• Breakfast with Buck

• Solar eclipse catches attention around world

• Man okay after shooting

• Local teen faces felony charges in car accident

• Woman charged for Medicaid fraud

• Fire crews battle grass fire

• Fight over park name holding up child support provision

• Governor seeks federal disaster aid for March 12 storm damage

• Topeka awarded $100,000 grant to fight crime

• Kansas rancher loses 27 cattle to lead poisoning

• Another section of Oakley closes for construction

• New report indicates problem with Kansas kids drinking, smoking

• Former narcotics officer to discuss failure of war on drugs

• White House chief of staff resigns

• Military tribunal for Guantanamo Bay detainee called into question

• 10 children injured in school bus accident

• Construction season begins; drive safely

• Construction on All-Veterans Memorial chugs along at Great Overland Station

• Medicare warns senior citizens of prescription card, plan scams

• Department of Justice forces Pizza Hut owner to be more accessible to disabled

• State officials, property owners agree on Rocky Ford access

• Police investigate shooting at east Topeka restaurant

• Early sprinkles, then warm and windy

Tuesday, March 28

• Win puts Wildcats in WNIT championship

• Move from burning to recycling creates large mulch reserve

• Graffanino back in KC

• Kemp invited to WNBA camp

• Children lack proper amount of sleep

• Home test easy monitor of sleep apnea

• Country uses video as information tool for immigrants

• Retailers take part in ID training program

• Immigration outrage sparks across nation’s Hispanic community

• Wildcats confident going into WNIT semifinals

• Missouri makes firm changes in Anderson's contract

• OU's Sampson to become head coach at Indiana

• Chapel closing force changes in wedding plans

• Mostly clear skies tonight

• Prince instills new philosophy in players

• Local immigrants await nation's decision on citizenship

• Lawmakers struggle to stop Phelps, followers

• State budget fails to include schools, prisons

• Organization makes generous donation

• Immigration protests become violent in California

• Student protests continue around country

• Late-night assault sends man to hospital

• Soldiers deploy for Africa

• $850,000 to go to each state for pandemic flu preparations

• Moussaoui testifies he was to fly fifth plane into White House on 9-11

• Kansas wheat bounces back from dry winter

• 4-H national conference held this week

• Riley County Commission wants sale of Rocky Ford property reviewed

• Section of Oakley Avenue will be blocked off for construction

• Topeka retailers receive training on fake IDs

• Children's music tops the charts, boosts album sales

• Kansans urged to get checked for diabetes

• Where's Tim? He's in the 49 Studios

• There's no place like the OZ Museum

• Increased sunshine will bring warmer temperatures

Monday, March 27

• Patriots receive warm welcome

• Too big to pitch

• Ordinance makes burning in city limits illegal

• Members discuss drug treatment program

• School districts vary in education finance plans

• School program emphasizes healthy eating

• Protesters demand better treatment for immigrants

• Wildcats gear-up for spring ball

• Lady Wildcats ready for final four

• Cloudy, chilly night

• NFL releases season schedule

• Another award for Harris

• Pigeon’s escape for freedom fails

• Gas prices on rise

• Weather factor in plane crash

• Privileges may be revoked for Kansans behind in child support payments

• Spellers crowned co-champions

• Governor signs bill making booster seats a requirement

• Woman suffers life-threatning injuries in assault

• Coal shortage causes increase in energy costs

• Paramedics warn of unsafe transportation procedures

• Police investigate weekend beating

• Fire crews fight blaze in east Topeka

• City Councilman Jeff Preisner discusses big changes in town

• Buchanan Street bridge to be closed

• Winery boasts healing effects of Elderberry

• Single women home buyers are breaking tradition in big numbers

• Vegas betting mobile gambling device will be popular

• New York City informs families of 9-11 dead of unreleased 911 calls

• More people recognize global warming as a problem

• Immigration reform heats up on Capitol Hill

• Canadian held 118 days in Iraq returns home

• Christian charged with abandoning Islam will not be charged

• 10th Street to close temporarily

• Kansas ranks among the lowest in energy efficiency programs, report states

• Cattle producers, educators to discuss alternative means of breeding

• USDA officials focus on presuading Japanese that U.S. beef is safe

• Enrollment opens for soil conservation program

• Bob Dole's running mate to speak in Lawrence

• Very windy, but mild

Sunday, March 26

• Cloudy skies, thunderstorms on the way

• Royals try to hang on, fall to the White Sox

• Pushing and shoving on and off the track in the Food City 500

• Mizzou's Anderson: My goal is to win a national championship

• IRL honors Dana with moment of silence

• Kansas baseball knocks off Nebraska

• Former Husker QB Frost heading to Manhattan

• Inside Friday's prositution sting

• Alshwarya Pastapur is the Queen Bee for K-A-N-S-A-S

• Wrestling tournament brings business boost

• For lung cancer, no early tests

• Lawrence to Topeka: Don't be a stranger

• Need for homes plagues Manhattan

• And then there were none: one-seeds UConn and 'Nova out

Saturday, March 25

• Police still looking for Friday night shooting suspect

• Rossville residents reach out to flood victims

• Wintry weather delays Busch Series in Bristol, Tennessee

• A new implant may help take away the pain from walking

• Soldier Township fire fighters flip flap jacks all for a good cause

• Police arrest several Topekans as a result of a prostitution sting

• The KC Royals home opener is just getting closer

• Oldest Cottonwood tree falls in Ozawkie

• Topekans are stepping up to get healthy

• A chance of showers Sunday night

• Coggins helps Wildcats advance to WNIT Final Four

• Organizers break ground in Osage City for Veterans Memorial

Friday, March 24

• New coach promises spring game to be bigger than ever

• Armed robbers hit Hummer's market

• Tracing WSU Coach's basketball start back to Topeka

• Businesses worry about making money during California Ave. construction

• Wildcats cruise to WNIT Final Four

• Topeka Fire Department adopts new application fee

• Police surround Clay Ave. residence after shooting results in injury

• Vegas flights begin out of Forbes Field

• Virtual reality helps spinal cord patients gain confidence

• Topeka Fire says thank you to three retiring captains

• Not-so-Sweet 16 for Shockers

• Wildcat baseball team continues winning streak

• Kansas woman wins car from non-winning lottery ticket

• Pleasant, but cool weekend on the way

• Wamego to close City Hall for renovations

• Manhattan businesses fret year-long construction project could hurt sales

• Two officers retire from Topeka force after serving

• U.S. Supreme Court will rule on Kansas death penalty policies

• Woman who avoided ATM robbery never looked back

• Topeka police seek suspect in shooting that injured one man

• Topeka police investigate convenience store robbery

• Kansas Supreme Court to answer DNA questions in years-old rape case

• Topeka man's sentence for indecent solicitation of a minor delayed

• Senators take on school finance, after House approves $610-milllion plan

• House rejects proposed amendment on eminent domain

• Fun Web site tests kids' brains

• Hostages rescued as violence again disrupts democracy in Iraq

• Emporia officials pleased two bids have come in for Lake Kahola property

• Lyon County, not Shawnee, will reap the benefits of business

• Agriculture Secretary: Ethanol investments are now paying off

• Leavitt: Government cannot be soley responsible for preparing citizens for pandemic flu

• Snyder: Huggins will make "very positive impact" at K-State

• Topeka couple finds chainsaw art relaxing

• Armed robbers strike Topeka convenience store

• Osage City sells bricks to build a veterans memorial

• Use of herbal products linked to drug abuse in teens

• House approves school finance plan that would phase in $610 millilon

• Nice weather to wind up the week

Thursday, March 23

• Missouri feline loved, despite its size

• Duke says goodbye to Big Dance

• Memphis knocks Bradley out of NCAA title contention

• Coach Snyder's name will soon be a highway sign

• MRI technology provides more accurate, quieter brain scans

• New I-70 exit doesn't thrill some Tonganoxie residents

• Boy Scouts honor Governor

• Topeka man pleads guilty to threatening President, Kansas Governor

• Topeka man convicted of rape, robbery, sodomy

• Training suggested as key to reducing concealed weapons worries

• Asia art displayed at Capitol shows plight of Falun Gong practitioners

• KC Royals taste success in spring training games

• Wichita State Shockers prepare for tough competition in Sweet 16

• Mostly clear and quite cold

• K-State welcomes proven coach

• Consumers of Reebok, Wal-Mart warned of recalls

• Forbes Field, Allegiant Air prepares for first Las Vegas flight

• Those who pick-up roadsides may find more than litter, KDOT officals warn

• ESU honors Emporia elementary teacher with Master Teacher distinction

• Kansas Legislature overrides Govenor's veto of concealed-carry bill

• Aggieville reacts to hiring of Bob Huggins

• K-State chooses Bob Huggins to replace Jim Wooldridge

• Author uses experiences for book plot

• Kansas House overrides gun veto; concealed carry to become law

• New drug method beneficial for depression recovery

• Drug warning request denied

• State looks to DMV to help track sex offenders

• BrainPOP stimulates children’s minds

• Quilting fun, historical hobby

• Harsh penalties enforced for animal abuse

• FEMA wastes Katrina relief funds

• Sunnier times return

• Department merger saves county thousands

• Man arrested for November arson

Wednesday, March 22

• Lady Wildcats still dancin'

• Man indicted for rape, murder

• Suspicious package ruled not hazardous

• Company takes action against USDA

• Increasing number of illegal immigrants poses safety issues for police

• Lawmakers over-ride governor’s conceal-carry veto

• Congressman supports doctor recruitment bill

• Drugs, surgery treatment for painful "suicide disease"

• Cloudy skies stick around

• Season over for Lady Hornets

• NIT action: K-State takes on Fresno State

• Post-season rematch for Shockers, George Mason

• Burgos new closer for Royals

• Hy-Vee offers more selection for shoppers, increases competition

• House approves law protecting Kansans from violent criminals

• Nationwide program aids police in locating missing persons

• Soldier gets six months for conduct at Iraq prison

• Police turn in more than 60 suspected illegal immigrants

• Agriculture celebrated for importance to economy

• Hy-Vee comes to Topeka

• Organization continues 40-year tradition

• Lawrence grocery shoppers warned about purse snatchings

• Govenor bolsters security at nuclear plant

• Horton woman dies in one-vehicle accident

• Web site allows user to track U.S. air traffic

• Hy-Vee makes plans to come to Topeka

• California man retires from city of Los Angeles after 75 years

• Agencies warn of Medicare scam

• Constitutional amendment to judicial control fails in House

• Coffee shop owner explains the precision of roasting

• Former Kansas House Speaker dies

• History to Go to raise funds for Washburn University's art program

• Change in French rules may make Apple supply content to rivals

• Fuel consumption, prices increase to more than last year's average

• Pottawatomie County taking maps on-line

• Phill Kline to unveil state's new missing persons alert

• A place where pizza comes in one size - world-record large

• Relatives missing two weeks survived snowy mountains

• Bob Huggins accepts K-State head coaching job

• Mayor to take on role of delivery driver to aid Meals on Wheels

• China gives hand up to its farmers

• Buffaloes road trip in Wisconsin, causing headaches for law enforcement

• Govenor recognizes Kansas Agriculture Day

• Bush retains that Iraq War will bring democracy to Middle East

• Not Much Sunshine... But Still Cool

Tuesday, March 21

• Wichita State ready for sweet sixteen

• Sebelius vetoes conceal-carry bill, workers comp bill

• Chilly start to Spring

• Council discusses ethics policy, does not vote

• Bush defends U.S. involvement in Iraq

• Incoming calls problem for Pottawatomie sheriff's office

• Company makes starting family easy for infertile couples

• Kansas deemed "business-friendly" state

• Ice skating show cancelled

• Greinke's return to Royals unknown

• Weather stops baseball games for Jayhawks, Wildcats

• Harris named conference player of year

• Hornets face Yellow Jackets in Arkansas

• UNC coach receives top honors

• Iowa State fills head coaching position

• Police armed with new fingerprinting device

• Hiawatha grateful for snowfall

• Sunday sales allowed in Geary County

• Bill limits retailer's gift card power

• Lawmakers push to raise minimum marriage age

• Organization needs help protecting animals

• Sergeant faces time for abusing prisoners

• Trial date set for Jason Rose

• Congressman speaks on KU repairs, Iraq war

• Officials lift Shawnee County burn ban

• Web site brings together panda lovers from around the world

• For some, work doesn't stop for the weather

• City to consider stronger ethics guidelines for city officials, employees

• 10th Street traffic rerouted because of construction

• Fort Riley prepares Easter packages to soldiers

• Good Samaritans driven to support those in need

• Congress members focus on campaign fundraisers, constituents while on recess

• Woman fights off armed man at ATM

• Traffic violation leads to weapons, drug arrest

• Property values skyrocket in Manhattan

• Workers close more than 150 miles of Interstate 70

• Officials determine cause of death, fire on Davies Street

• Hunting, fishing rights may be taken away from some Kansans

• Three years of war: A look at the setbacks and successes

• Congressman Ryun to tour damage on Mt. Oread

• School Closings and Changes

• Snow exits; cold remains

Monday, March 20

• Snowstorm closes part of I-70

• Lady Hornets on journey for National Championship

• City crews prepare for worst

• Bill restricts government use of eminent domain

• Surgery technique gives positive outlook for knee patients

• Blood center needs donors

• Dodds appears in court for murder charges

• Death toll continues to rise in Gulf region

• Bird flu threat to U.S.

• Kansas City loses close one against Chicago

• Junction City man wins big on multiple tickets

• Winter weather not over yet

• Kahne wins race in Atlanta

• Quentin Griffin joins Chiefs

• Wichita State shocking opponents in NCAA tournament

• Self optimistic for 2007

• Lady Jayhawks season comes to a close

• Lady Wildcats look to win post-season tournament

• Seneca residents brace for more snow; city received inch overnight

• Manhattan crews prepare equipment for winter storm

• Fire claims life of 34-year-old man

• Firefighters keep eye on disposal site

• Wanamaker project closes traffic until June

• School finance plan remains uncertain

• Legislators want to crack down on loosely enforced drunk-driving law

• Winter weather causes event cancellations

• Web sites pitch in to help out animals in need

• Art of a learning institution

• Plane crashes south of Emporia

• Spring cleaning tips from a Merry Maid

• Women enjoy the power of firearms

• Cyclone devastates Australian homes, crops

• Kline pushes for Internet safety

• South Korea still wary of U.S. beef

• State lawmakers faced with deadlines consider school finance special session

• Council Grove man killed in auto accident

• Reserve officers sought in Topeka Police Department

• Shawnee Commissioners to discuss road construction budget

• Major winter storm blows into area

Sunday, March 19

• Cold weather fills up local shelter

• Cycle show roars into Expocentre

• George Mason takes out UNC, headed for Shockers

• Lady Hornets meet and greet fans before Elite Eight send-off

• Lady Wildcats will battle Fresno State

• Mulch fire refuses to die

• Strip mall stores open after fire

• KU women's season ends against Ole Miss

• Fatality confirmed at Topeka house fire

• News team takes a gamble for charity

• State firefighter training wraps up

• Sunday's NCAA Tournament scores

• Pleasant Hill Methodist celebrates 125 years

• CaringBridge gaps distance between injured and loved ones

• Deputy Commissioner of Education headed to D.C.

• Bradley advances to Sweet 16, UNC eliminated

• Winter storm warning: Rain, sleet and snow coming

Saturday, March 18

• Sleet falling, snow expected

• Police searching for armed robbery suspects

• Cowboys and cowgirls fill the Expocentre

• First Bucknell, now Bradley: How the Jayhawks are coping

• Firefighters go back to school

• Attorney General speaks freely on faith

• Jayhawk, Wildcat women still dancing

• Not in a Rush: Brandon coming back for sophomore season

• Device could help swallowing disorder

• Adoption fair aims for African-Americans

• SHOCKERS AND AWE: Wichita State downs Tennessee

• Bradley tops Kansas 77-73

Friday, March 17

• Bradley defeats KU, 77-73

• KSU wins by 20 over Idaho State

• Student leads group to Big Easy for disaster relief project

• Breakfast raises money for Foundation

• Atkins diet treats seizures in epilepsy patients

• Chilly weekend mixed with showers, snow

• Ready to dance

• KU to dismantle original 1924 radio tower

• Team focuses on minimizing, assessing drought damage

• Firefighters call in area departments to stop mulch fire

• Explosives course important lesson for firefighters

• Man faces murder charges for arson

• Fossett completes flight, claims record

• Thousands spent for Bush trip to Manhattan

• Topeka celebrates St. Patrick's Day

• Cyclones begin search for new coach

• ‘V for Vendetta’ is S for Subversive

• Topeka business owners carry on tea tradition

• Former KPA offical awaits sentencing, could face two years' behind bars

• Shawnee County tables vote on proposal to change bidding process

• The Topeka Zoo comes to you

• Emporia State University to dedicate new addition

• V for Vendetta, The World's Fastest Indian, She's the Man

• Police officer warns about secretive world of inhalent abuse

• Parks rememberd as a Kansas man who worked hard for worthy causes

• A gift of the Irish to President Bush

• Japanese officials announce case of mad cow disease

• Riley County police crack down on drunk drivers

• Grasping the idea of $9 trillion - the national debt

• U.S., Iraqi forces launch largest air strike on Iraq

• Firefighters call in mutal aid for likely all-day fire at forestry disposal

• St. Patty's Day: Green and Gray

Thursday, March 16

• Lady Jayhawks advance in WNIT

• High school names new football coach

• Freshmen mature throughout season

• Streets closed for Saint Patrick's Day festivities

• Toothbrush hygiene key to staying healthy

• Local weather service team keeps city informed

• Soldiers teach Africans how to fight terrorists, rebuild economy

• Kline fined for fundraising breach

• Gaming expansion bill rejected

• Wichita State cruises past Seton Hall, 86-66

• KU seniors use experience to help team

• Flames destroy section of Topeka mall

• Lessons from the media...about the media

• Supreme Court debates legality of partial-birth abortions

• Church, volunteers on mission to lend helping hand

• Legislation shelters families moving to Ft. Riley

• Cloudy, cool for St. Patrick's Day

• Senator aims to protect military families from protesters

• Campus repairs add up to millions

• Grass fires burn thousands of acres in Kansas counties

• Fire crews battle blaze near I-70

• Contractors to meet to disuss expansion, development near Fort Riley

• Where's Tim? GPS-enabled cell phone, Internet shows you

• School history paints painful picture of treatment of American-Indians

• Ask Dr. Trupp: Prepare your pets for the season

• Spring break to be full of sweat, determination and hard work

• K-State seeks to inform people about another beef alternative

• Funding available for rural housing, technology and development

• Man injured in early morning shooting

• Chamber of Commerce welcomes new city manager

• Several fires spark up in Topeka

• Windy Thursday... wintry weekend?

Wednesday, March 15

• Home run moves Bonds closer to Ruth record

• Washburn softball sweeps Benedictine

• ESU baseball defeats Central Oklahoma

• Creek floods, damages couple’s home, business

• Illegal fires costly for departments, residents

• Lawrence businesses hit by looters

• Lawsuit filed against H&R Block

• Study shows pill controls anger problems

• Jayhawk's season goes from shaky start to solid ending

• Lady Wildcats, Jayhawks look to make NIT tourney run

• Owens released, Chiefs interested

• Breezy, cooler tomorrow

• Lawmakers fear abuse of self-defense policy

• City prepares for cleanup project

• Skeletal remains indentified

• University shows school pride at Capitol

• Delegates work close with federal government on Junction City expansion

• Damage not enough to qualify for federal aid

• Area firefighters battle fire at disposal site

• Threat of pandemic flu prompts health officials to develop plan

• State Board of Education rewrites rules on sex ed

• Fort Riley soldiers deploy to Horn of Africa

• Topeka Police recover purse after woman is robbed at mall parking lot

• Man learns the hard way that there's no such thing as a billion dollar bill

• U.S. Senators investigate why gas is so high

• Business luncheon to honor Washburn Professor

• Fort Riley restructuring starts with Companies A, B and C

• War veteran Rep. Lee Tafanelli will honor KU

• Ancient Bibles, artwork preserved at Baker University

• Medicare plan touted by White House as money-saving

• Web site specializes in always-positive stories

• City says thanks to Neil Dobler

• Windy, Windy, Windy

Tuesday, March 14

• Monmouth blows past Hampton

• Council votes no in sex offender ordinance

• Controversial letter leads to lawsuit

• Family lucky to be alive after tornado tears through home

• Farmers compensated for flood damage

• Officials determine cause of mine fire

• First of two services held for Gordon Parks

• Biomarker key in detecting brain injuries

• KU focuses on 2006 tournament, not last year's Bucknell loss

• KU continues storm recovery, classes resume

• Kansans prepare for tornado season

• Policy may change for sex education teachers

• Cleanup costly for Lawrence residents

• League works to diminish child abuse in Kansas

• Mostly clear, cold tonight

• Students gain knowledge during Heritage Week

• Chiefs keep Shields four more years

• Defense key to Bradley defeating KU

• Aviator attempts to break another world flight record

• USD 345 School Board rejects book ban request

• Statewide tornado drill to be issued today

• Bush: American stragety in Iraq is working

• USDA offials say U.S. beef safe to eat after case of mad cow

• "Da Vinci Code" author faces copyright violation allegations

• Police who helped stop BTK to be honored

• Area burn bans still in effect

• Tenure policies may become more family-friendly

• Kick off St. Patty's with a Blarney Breakfast

• Damaged, but not broken

• Westar reports quarterly earnings

• Steve Fossett tries to break another milestone

• Sunny and mild Tuesday

Monday, March 13

• Kansas teams make post-season tournament

• Emporia State winner in OT over Washburn

• Moderation prescription for stress-free family

• Storm damage costs may be enough for federal funding

• Lightning accident changes Silver Lake man's life

• 49 anchors participate in youth fundraiser

• Trip to Elite 8 on line for Washburn, Emporia State

• Big 12 Champions ready for Big Dance

• Cold night before midweek warm-up

• Familiar face head of mentoring program

• Commissioners continue debate over Rocky Ford

• Health department aims to change immunization rates

• Legislators approve concealed weapon bill

• City manager ready for challenge

• Agriculture department finds Mad Cow disease

• Fire causes thousands in damage

• Missouri recovers from storm damage

• Clean-up crews, not students, filled KU campus

• Governor reacts to damage in Lawrence

• Online community blogs its cancer stories

• The Blind Tiger keeps inventing beers, pleasing customers

• Big Red One to deploy

• Senator accuses President of violating law with warrantless wiretaps

• Street closure to effect Topeka motorists

• USDA investigates possible case of mad cow disease

• Severe weather awareness week begins

• U.N. prisoner, former Yugoslav leader dies in U.N. custody

• City changes hands

• Investigators determine cause of structure fire

• No storms - Just windy and chilly

• Need an NCAA Tournament bracket? Download it here.

Sunday, March 12

• Welcome home, Jayhawks

• USA squeaks by Japan in World Classic

• Wildcat senior wins NCAA mile race

• Washburn and Emporia ladies to lock-up in tourney

• KU draws a four-seed, Texas a two in Selection Sunday

• New hormone therapy successful on men, women

• Friends helping friends in Lawrence after storm

• Downtown Lawrence begins debris clean-up

• A Chilly Wind Blows Through Tonight

• Kansas University cancels Monday classes

• Kansas wins Big 12 Tourney title

• Hail falls, destroys windows in Burlingame

• Tornadic winds wake up Lawrence

• Another beautiful Saturday in the Topeka area

Saturday, March 11

• Wichita Collegiate too much for Burlington

• Riley County close but couldn't answer to Maur Hill

• Great Bend beats Highland Park after a great season for both teams

• Washburn's perfect record on the line Saturday night

• Father and son face each other in ESU and West Texas A&M game

• Missing woman and daughter return home safely

• Topeka church raises money to help a woman fighting a life threatening disease

• Healthcare education has gone high-tech thanks to podcasting

• Homeless Animals in Topeka are in need of toys to keep them company

• Topeka kids get a hard lesson on life choices from prisoners

• Aggieville was painted green Saturday

• Students raise funds for trip to New York City

• The Jayhawks need a win against Nebraska to get a second chance at UT

Friday, March 10

• Highland Park continues quest for championship

• Wildcats cruise over Bulldogs in girls 3A semi-finals

• Class 3A championship set

• Atchison faces the Dragons of Belle Plaine

• Lady Blues set win-streak record

• KU squeaks by Oklahoma State

• Green veggies protect eyes

• Community tackles sexual issues

• Students gain healthy lifestyles from parents

• State test scores higher for Kansas students than federal tests

• Family clueless in mother, daughter disapperance

• Seventies for Saturday

• Prep basketball update

• Buddy Bell makes pitching decision

• Local businesses win big during March Madness

• Worker's comp legislation sparks debate

• Decals aid in methamphetamine awareness

• Jayhawks face Cowboys in Dallas

• History in the making

• ESU women advance

• Woman support group stands out in crowd

• Older population large in Kansas counties

• Trucks recalled for faulty cables

• Counties keep burn bans in effect

• Man makes agreement in Rocky Ford area

• Business robberies continue in Topeka

• 'Eyes' deliver bloodcurdling sights

• Judge rules mistrial in Topeka murder case

• Tecumseh dairy owners hope milk will Moo-ve customers

• Bridge, trails approved for Lake Shawnee

• Reason to run

• The Hills Have Eyes, Failure to Launch, The Shaggy Dog and The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada

• Dubai decides to relinquish rights to manage U.S. ports

• Wichita cheerleader stunts to be reviewed

• Landowners lobby for buffer zone as Fort Riley starts to expand

• Microsoft unveils new multimedia mobile PC

• Pandas find home at chinese research center

• Topeka police investigate robbery at Subway

• Fort Scott man found guilty of killing his mother

• Water on Saturn may be sign of life beyond Earth

• Topeka man seeks reversal of sex offense verdict

• Bush signs renewal of Patriot Act, saying it's 'saved American lives'

• Warmer and windy Friday

Thursday, March 9

• Area basketball scores

• Last-second shot no good; Shawnee Heights loses

• No. 6 Jackson Heights faces No. 3 Trego Community

• First round action comes to an end

• Wooldridge out for failing to meet expectations

• New medicinal practice alternative to traditional treatment

• Traveling balloons lead to friendship

• Treatment providers help Kansans keep bets in check

• Lady Vikings make early exit

• Season ends for Topeka High

• Adoption bill gives judges leeway in custody battles

• Area residents recognized for volunteer work

• Baker announces new president

• Insurance company pays for mistake

• Medicare provides information for plan

• Parks services scheduled for next week

• Car vandalism strikes local business

• Inmate escapes for love

• Farmers forced to push back planting crops

• Wet weather beneficial

• Clouds move out...finally

• Wooldridge fired after tourney loss

• Kline announces probe into not-for-profit hospitals

• Sheriff's office investigates missing Labrador

• Classic movie trailers can be seen online

• Glass fascination

• Topeka woman earns award for overcoming struggles

• Spring time is almost here; get your green thumb out

• Technology vendors show off wares, gossip about industry

• Fossett to take flight again to break record

• Mobile Bus hopes to drive away senior's Medicare woes

• Malaysia re-opens market to U.S. beef

• Four arrested for shooting bb guns in Topeka

• Police search for robbers who hit Burger King

• Blood bank calls for community to make deposits

• Topekans honored for 4,000 hours of volunteer service

• War injuries mount as Thursday gets off to bloody start

• Southern states dispute hurricane relief distribution

• Finding it hard to resist frequent credit card purchases

• Much cooler today with morning showers

Wednesday, March 8

• K-State still in Final Four contention after loss to Baylor

• Buffalos trample Bears

• Hayden says goodbye to state championship hopes

• Highland Park squeeks into semi-finals

• Menu planning, exercise keys to help control diabetes

• KU professor who taught generations has no intention of quitting

• New Biography Channel show features Emporia native

• Kansas City police drug busts put 30 behind bars

• Doctor to the rescue

• Neighborhood, school evacuated after fire spreads in Butler County

• Pottawatomie Co. considers designating Highway 24 corridor fire control zone

• Slight risk of storms and partly cloudy skies

• American Idol to entertain at Kansas State Fair

• KU baseball team hammers Baker; ESU defeated by Wichita

• Jayhawks prepare for their big shot at Conference Championship

• K-State aims for four consecutive wins to earn the Big 12 Championship

• State basketball scoreboard

• Highland Park Scots prepare for tough competition

• Heart-broken Spartans lose tough match-up in first-round of state tourney

• Parks honored for standing up against inequalities, his success in arts

• Senate Committee decides not to investigate NSA domestic spying program

• Downtown redevelopment wins out over property owner's rights

• Topeka Airport President announces resignation

• Vandalism, graffiti spur Topekans to raise gang awareness

• Lawrence murderer to marry witness

• Tornado watch in effect

• Organization looks for volunteers

• Neighborhood adds history to Salon 808

• Property topic of Wittig court appearance

• Web site provides classic online games

• Friends remember Reeve's legacy

• House approves renewal of Patriot Act

• County releases burn ban

• Company reviews outcome of renewal program

• Autopsy reveals gender of skeletal remains

• Violence threatens mixed neighborhoods in Iraq

• Storms today; cooler temperatures on way

• Farm loan rates drop

• Donation allows new agriculture building

• Area universities express concerns with legislators

• Road construction begins

Tuesday, March 7

• Rain, thunderstorms expected to arrive Wednesday

• 1A State action heats up with huge upset

• USA gets win in World Baseball Classic

• New K-State football coach aims for Big 12 Championship

• Bonds again involved in steriod issue

• YMCA recognizes character, caring, respect

• Fort Riley troops prepare to fight disease outbreak

• Residents worry proposed overpass project may neighborhoods with traffic

• Web site helps mothers-to-be with maternity expenses

• Kansas mourns death of native, photographer, movie director Gordon Parks

• Shawnee County residents on "Code Red" alert due to burglaries

• Area boys basketball scores

• Thunderstorms possible for central, northeast Kansas

• Topeka High faces Wichita in first-round of state tourney

• K-State slips by KU in first-round of Big 12 Conference Tourney

• Prince aims to continue K-State football winning tradition

• Mulch from Gulf Coast poses no danger to Kansas gardens

• Lawmakers see gambling bill as critical to funding schools

• Westar to receive millions from Wittig suit

• Fire closes Topeka restaurant temporarily

• Skeletal remains found in Topeka, police investigate cause of death, identity

• Burning in Osage could be costly during dry spell

• Shooting suspect takes police on short pursuit

• Rollover accident leaves four people trapped

• Exhibit demonstrates history of food

• Web site designed to inspire people to travel

• 16-year-old pleads guilty in murder case

• Metro Ballet performs Aurora's Wedding

• "Crash" saved by Lions Gate films

• State passes new abortion law

• U.S. forces target in Baghdad bombings

• City Council moves forward on zoo project

• Wife of "Superman" passes away at 44

• Group provides support, protection during military funeral

• Representative aims to pass law requiring cruise lines to report crimes

• Dial Realty asks for eminent domain power

• Chance for severe storms

Monday, March 6

• Former Twins player dies at 44

• Officer gives tips on how to protect valuables

• Wildcat baseball improves to 9-1

• KU baseball team going strong

• Jury to decide fate of man related to 9-11 attacks

• Wheat crop in bad condition

• Doctors determine if blood test answer for detection of fatal disease

• Lady Blues win MIAA Championship; ties national win record

• Wildcats ready for tournament

• KU, K-State players make conference teams

• Wildcat obtains spot on second team

• KU freshman makes conference first team

• Self earns Big 12 coaching honors

• Lawmakers reject proposal to tax city, county golf courses

• Croco road improvement project looks for funding

• Bitter sweet winnings

• Residents ask commissioners to get land back

• Breastfeeding in public now law

• High court rejects sculpture lawsuit

• Inmate collapses, dies

• Shooting suspect appears in court

• Clouds increase overnight

• House votes to block a bill that would have increased green fees

• Bill would protect disabled children in private group homes

• Washburn students to spend spring break helping hurricane victims

• Myspace.com to combat illegal activity online

• Topeka police arrest two teens, three adults for armed robbery

• Bush's confidence keeps U.S.-Dubai port deal alive

• Google 101: Library hosts Topeka native, Google expert

• Shawnee County may pave way for more housing on Croco Road

• USDA to release federal aid to farmers affected by hurricanes

• Officials look into Australian-Iraqi wheat deal

• Alternative healing exhibit attracted many looking for peace of mind

• From kerosene to solar, possibly nuclear power for India

• Street to be closed until July

• Much neded rainfall on the way

• "Crash" takes top Oscar honors

Sunday, March 5

• Inmate at Jackson County Correctional dies

• Washburn Lady Blues win MIAA, focus on national title

• Chiefs awarded Super Bowl, pending renovations

• Texas takes down OU, splits Big 12 title with Kansas

• Big 12 Tournament brackets released

• National Colon Cancer Awareness Month begins

• Ms. Wheelchair Kansas crowned at Capitol Plaza Hotel

• Salina not seeing benefits of famous flight

• Kansas tourism video to be featured on United Airlines flights

• First Street and Kansas Avenue to close for two weeks

• Church dedicates new facility after 40 years

• Kiddie Kollege grads, family say goodbye to Mother Jackson

• A Nice Start to an Unsettled Week

Saturday, March 4

• High school students and law enforcement team up to try to get kids involved in the community

• Washburn women continue 48 game winning streak

• A change in command for some Fort Riley Soldiers

• Emporia State women lose a close game to Central Missouri

• Rossville women win at home against Silver Lake to advance

• Rain continues Saturday night with a few more chances next week

• Jeff West hosts ladies sub-state Saturday

• Rossville takes on #1 seeded Sabetha

• Topeka High hosts Leavenworth sub-state playoffs

• KU tries to extend a 23 game win streak in Manhattan

• A Manhattan man speaks out about land disputes at the Rocky Ford Fishing Area

• Atchison heads to state with a win over Hayden

• Researchers are working on a variety of fronts to cure a devastating disease

Friday, March 3

• K-State looks for season sweep at home

• Area basketball scores

• Jefferson West meets Hayden

• Second, third-ranked teams clash

• Atchinson moves on

• Tough loss for Topeka High girls

• Bears take on Tigers

• Sen. Obama speaks at annual Democratic event

• Investigators search for clues in sexual assault case

• Man inspiration to those left behind

• Local in top-10 for sexiest vegetarian

• Up close and personal with military

• Teen researches to cure rare kidney disease

• Familiar names receive Big 12 honors

• Rain likely over weekend

• Detectives return back to work following 'racist' e-mail investigation

• Emporia remembers community leader

• Colorful tradition more than art

• Man convicted of first-degree murder

• New bill format saves residents money

• Policy to increase Fort Riley population

• Fatal fire deemed accidental

• Young opts for no bond

• Dillon sentenced in toddler death

• Interstate shut down after semi accident

• Wife of Bishop Jackson Sr., Ruth Jackson, remembered as 'trailblazer'

• Oscar preparations are underway

• Shawnee County couple proud to call missile base home

• Microsoft to attempt to knock Apple iPod off pedestal

• ‘16 Blocks’ travels familiar beat

• 16 Block, Dave Chappelle's Block Party, Utraviolet and Aquamarine

• Youth find place, purpose with Topeka Young Citizens Academy

• Leavenworth escapee, accomplice charged in prison break

• USD 501 votes to approve College Hill plan

• Spiritual breakfast moves hundreds with scripture, music

• City police detectives return to work after letter to editor controversy

• $300,000 in EPA grants available for water initiatives

• Brownback: Television too violent for children

• School officials to consider opening former Bluemont Elementary

• Children hospitalized in roll-over accident

• Weekend showers, still mild

Thursday, March 2

• Area basketball scores

• Topeka High hosts Lawrence Free State

• Charges, Blue Jays battle in Rossville

• Gorillas, Hornets meet in MIAA tournament

• Sunflower showdown in Lawrence

• Shortage of rain, staff keep heat on firefighters

• Brain stimulation controls Parkinson's symptoms

• Residents worry life will change with new interchange

• Funding for finance plans problem in third year

• Man indicted for kidnapping, murder

• Wildcats, Jayhawks square off in Manhattan

• Conference tournament begins for Lady Blues

• Jayhawk women look to end streak against Wildcats

• Seniors win last game at Fieldhouse

• Chiefs make cuts

• Royals, Rangers game on hold

• Traffic stop leads to arrests

• Drugs, methamphetamines found in apartment

• Young appears in court

• Schools combine to offer better programs for students

• Reading with the Governor

• 49’s Jana Corrie participates in reading day

• Granada murder case continues

• Senators unveil highly anticipated proposal

• Homeowner survives fire; loses pet

• Chilly night ahead

• Students experience day at symphony

• Coach Carter coming to Washburn University

• Doggie day care grows in popularity

• Humane Society explains guidelines for adopting pets

• Grumblings over Katrina response continue

• Kansas wheat farmers worried about stressing crops

• Firefighters battle blaze in Topeka residence

• U.S. Treasury unveils new $10 to combat conterfeiting

• Shawnee County to consider posting audio recordings of meetings online

• U.S. cars rate low in new Consumer Report tests

• Bush makes nuclear power deal with India

• Suicide attack kills American diplomat

• Depending on vote, Seaman may expand with classrooms, students

• Hispanic students scheduled to visit Washburn campus

• Dr. Suess helps children, governor honor Read Across Kansas day

• Goodbye 70s, Hello 50s

Wednesday, March 1

• Jayhawks win on senior night

• Another close call for K-State

• Highland Park hosts Topeka West

• Tough game for Paola

• Season over for Washburn Rural

• Area basketball scores

• Hispanic population makes big impact on community

• Artwork lost in fire; no one injured

• Legislators disagree on state employee pay increase

• Crohn’s patients find relief in new practice

• Ash Wednesday services

• Voice of Jayhawks gives final farewell

• Jayhawks move scrimmage

• Trojans announce new coach

• Wooldridge fined by conference

• KU women face rival K-State in regular season finale

• Celebration to fill Allen Fieldhouse

• Monks celebrate artistic tradition

• Expansion project brings more selection, but adds traffic

• Pay increase in works

• Firefighters continue to warn of burn bans

• Burroughs' work goes to Big Apple

• University shows school pride at Capitol

• Second school finance plan unveiled Thursday

• Legislators move forward in funeral picketing bill

• Fine increase for marijuana possession

• Warm weather ending as cold front pushes through

• Officials believe shooting accidental

• Fluctuating weather hard on plants

• Fire crews fight grass fire

• Topeka approves new zoo improvements, funding

• Expansion for Topeka Theatre depends on community support

• Alma's one-woman bakery serves up some satisfaction

• Manhattan School Board considers property tax increase

• Emporia, Lyon County release crime reports

• Police follow leads in theft of $80,000 from local bank

• Advocates from across the county denounce crimes against children in D.C.

• American officials bans some French poultry imports

• Harvesters Association to meet Thursday in Topeka

• A Tibetian blessing for K-State's Union

• Sebelius, state governors discuss health care reform

• Child safety advocates call for harsher sex offender penalties

• Train, car accident leads to DUI in Lyon County

• Warm Today... Not Tomorrow