A Q & A with Santa

Who has been naughty and who has been nice? We asked Santa some of the season's most pressing questions. In between visits from children at Weaver's department store, Santa, also known as Larry Freeman, answered our questions.

'Day After' celebrates anniversary

Twenty-five years after "The Day After" was filmed in Lawrence, the film about the aftermath of a nuclear war still is an important part of the city's history.

Wakarusa Festival move rejected

Jefferson County officials have rejected plans to host the 2009 Wakarusa Music and Camping Festival.

Build that NOLA soul

The lower ninth ward: June 2008.

Grab yr. hammer

Common Ground Relief volunteers work at a project house in the ninth ward.

Home Base

A look at the work of artists Jerry Kunkel and Jenn Jarnot, which will be the subject of a gallery talk Saturday at 6 Gallery.

Folding Light

Jim Jewell's piece featuring Lawrence artist Nancy Loo Bjorge's art.

Gavon vs. Karaoke

The author's arousing rendition of "Gay Bar" by the Electric Six.

Gavon vs. Karaoke

Behold: Gavon's arousing rendition of "Gay Bar" by the Electric Six.

Wakarusa Fest may not play on

A Wakarusa founder and promoter is threatening to pull the plug on the music festival because of how the event and its patrons are treated by authorities.

'Down to Earth'

Chris Ordal discusses the pre-production phase of his new film, "Earthwork."

Filming may close Mass. St.

Early next month, downtown shoppers may have the chance to see movie magic in the making.

City readies for festival

Sword swallowers, human statues, and escape artists are just a few of the acts that are set to entertain Lawrence residents in the city's first ever Busker Fest.

Fabulous Chinese Acrobats

Members of the Fabulous Chinese Acrobats perform in South Park Wednesday, June, 11, 2008

Interview with Kori Gardner and Jason Hammel of the former Lawrence band, Mates of State. The band discusses the lack of love they felt while here, why they still love Lawrence, and their thoughts on moving back. Recorded after their show at the 2008 Wakarusa Festival.

Jody Wood's "Sever and Repair"

Trailer for "Air"

2008 Wakarusa Video Portraits

Erica Friedheim, of Overland Park

Scenes from Wakarusa 2008

Check out the hula-hooping, confetti, dancing and more at this year's Wakarusa Festival. It's like you're there.

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