WKU reports it’s A-OK with Y2K

Published 12:00 am Sunday, January 2, 2000

Western Kentucky University expects computer business as usual Monday, and regional law enforcement agencies reported no unusual New Years Eve activity.A news release Saturday said the university appears to have avoided the bite of the Y2K bug.Division of Information Technology and Facilities Management staff spent Saturday morning checking various computer, telephone and facilities systems, according to Richard Kirchmeyer, vice president for information technology.He does expect some problems with older, personal computers as faculty and staff return from the holiday break, and those will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis, he said.KSP in Frankfort reported that the transition into the new millennium was exceptionally smooth, with no problems reported from the 16 posts across the state. Troopers statewide logged 127 arrests with charges of driving under the influence.Bowling Green police reported a relatively calm night for New Years Eve. Extra officers were on duty in case problems arose. Three people were arrested on DUI charges; 11 people were arrested and charged with alcohol intoxication.

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