Once upon a time there was a conflict between WordPress 2.2 and the theme, K2. The issue started when Widgets were integrated into the core of WordPress. This move hosed K2′s Sidebar Modules. I created the very simple plugin called, Disable WordPress Widgets — bringing order to the universe again.

That is until: r335 – in trunk/app: classes display includes – K2 Subversion | Google Groups

This elegant little fix essentially wiped out the need for this plugin and its use with K2 in an instant.

I have no idea whether this plugin will be useful to anyone now. Maybe to K2 users that don’t stay current with their theme, but make upgrades to their WordPress installation. I guess I’ll leave it up for a while at Extend › Plugins where it die a quiet, non-downloaded death. And then I’ll have it removed.

Update: As of r336, the need for the plugin is back in play.

Update: As of r480 (Issue 280), K2 now incorporates the code to disable WordPress’ widgets.

Update: For users of WordPress 2.5.x and beyond, this plugin is no longer necessary.