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Attorney for woman who was killed in Burlingame says suspect is a misogynist
November 30, 2009
The divorce attorney for a woman whose husband is accused of killing her and the couple’s two daughters says he had no interest in the two girls and wanted only to see the couple’s son.
St. Louis prep Beal chooses Florida
High school junior says KU was runner-up
10:11 a.m., November 30, 2009 Updated 11:35 a.m.
Bradley Beal, a 6-foot-3 junior shooting guard from Chaminade High in St. Louis, orally committed Monday morning to play basketball at Florida.
Check, please! Negotiating restaurant traffic a delicate art
November 30, 2009
We’ve all been there before — after finishing a meal out, you and your party are feeling full and convivial. You’d like to stay at the restaurant, soak up the atmosphere and conversation, and maybe polish off another drink or two…
Breathing lessons
Simple act of inhaling, exhaling relieves stress in hectic season
November 30, 2009
Having eaten the Thanksgiving leftovers, braved the early-morning sales, survived the Kansas-Missouri game and otherwise endured the weekend, it’s time to get moving again.
Audition anxiety: Tryouts can offer teachable moments for children
November 30, 2009
When Alexis Kreigh, 10, auditioned for the Lawrence Arts Center’s annual production of “A Kansas Nutcracker,” she assumed the lead role would go to one of the older girls, someone who had performed in more shows.
Lawrence Public Schools Elementary Lunch Menu
November 30, 2009
Play school: Check out tips for buying ‘smart toys’ for children
November 30, 2009
When buying toys for her daughter, Hannah, 2, Lawrence mom Sarah Todd has just a few criteria. “We try to make the toy somewhat educational or something that encourages imaginary play,” says Todd, a former teacher and now a stay-at-home mom…
Library top 10
November 30, 2009
Here are the top-10 most-requested books at the Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vt., as of Nov. 23.
Audience builder: Former producer develops new, local markets
November 30, 2009
“I grew up in the ’60s when women were just breaking into the male working world, especially in television,” says Patti McCormick, former Hollywood producer, now director of media, events and public and community relations for the Eldridge and Oread hotels.
Canine compatibility: Certain breeds better match for young families
November 30, 2009
When Michelle Sparks and her family decided to adopt a puppy, they weren’t sure they were ready. They had one dog already. But their hound dog, Bo, would grow lonely when no one was home. He wanted someone to play with.
The Edge
November 30, 2009
• ‘Pirate Latitudes’ (Books) • John Mayer (Music) • Kris Kristofferson (Music)
2009 a very good year for tech gifts
November 30, 2009
This holiday season is a great time to buy a PC. There’s a nice new version of Windows out, and manufacturers are adding interesting new technologies. Here’s a guide to what’s fresh in PCs.
Catalog blizzard not always a merry event
November 30, 2009
It’s a sure sign that Christmas is coming. A chill in the air. Bing Crosby music at the mall. And the first blizzard. Not snow, but mail order catalogs — their glossy pages imploring Americans to buy everything from flannel shirts to expensive chocolates to the latest in must-have electronics.
Stop throwing money down the drain
November 30, 2009
Dual-flush toilets save water and money by allowing you to flush with a half-tank of water or a full tank of water, depending on your needs. Proper installation and use of a dual-flush valve within your existing toilet will save thousands of gallons of water each year.
Comic book gifts fit every fan, every budget
November 30, 2009
You can brighten the holidays for the comics fan in your life with gifts for the bookshelf and the toy box. Here are some suggestions.
Horoscopes
November 30, 2009
This week’s birthdays: This week brings the fun-time full moon in Gemini. The moon is bright and awake in Gemini, and she chatters away about all the most interesting happenings of the times. Information that has been secret, communication that has been difficult or daily proceedings that have been on hold will finally get the green light. Uranus goes direct in Pisces, too. If you feel something has kept you from your destiny, the barrier will be lifted.
Treats for unhappy feet
November 30, 2009
“When your feet hurt, you hurt all over.” Truer words were never spoken. Just ask Laura Humerickhouse, a Lawrence parking control officer who spends eight hours a day hoofing it in and around downtown Lawrence.
Lazy shopping reaches peak
November 30, 2009
As I sat on the sofa in our basement listening to the Domino’s delivery guy ring the doorbell on Black Friday, exhausted from online shopping and ready to eat anything that didn’t come with gravy, I found myself wondering how I got to this point. And why wasn’t anyone answering the door?
Holidays and divorce: Plan new traditions to celebrate
November 30, 2009
With new divorces involving a million children each year, according to the National Center for Policy Analysis, each holiday season presents a new set of parents with the struggle of how to make happy holiday memories out of a family situation that is forever changed.
Winter fashion, fingers forward
November 30, 2009
The rush of the holiday season seems to encompass December, so be sure to squeeze in some shopping and pampering for yourself before you are caught in a whirlwind! Focus on small, affordable details that can completely transform your look.

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