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Officials dismiss statement by chief suspect that journalist is dead
By KATHY GANNON, Associated Press Writer
February 14, 2002
(Updated Thursday at 8:17 a.m.) A British-born Muslim militant admitted Thursday to kidnapping Wall Street Journal correspondent Daniel Pearl and said he believed the journalist is dead. Officials dismissed the militant’s claim, and the Journal said it remained confident Pearl is alive.
House passes campaign finance bill after marathon debate
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
(Web Posted Thursday at 2:09 a.m.) After marathon debate, the House gave its approval early Thursday to the most sweeping overhaul of campaign spending rules since the Watergate scandals a generation ago. The bipartisan vote of 240-189 sent the measure to the Senate, where opponents held out the threat of a filibuster.
Friends and neighbors
February 14, 2002
Drivers should remember to protect children, group says
February 14, 2002
By Marta Costello This week marks National Child Passenger Safety Week. But officials with the Douglas County Safe Kids Coalition stress that car-seat safety is a year-round concern. Nine of 10 child-safety seats are improperly installed, said coalition member Maj. Rich Barr of Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical.
On the street
February 14, 2002
What is the best place to take a date for Valentine’s Day? Carmine Compogno, waitress, Lawrence
Fourth-quarter rally not enough for Lions
February 14, 2002
By Doug Pacey Maybe the girls who wore Lawrence High uniforms in the first half of Wednesday night’s game against Olathe East weren’t the real Lions. They sure played a heck of a lot differently in the second half. Lawrence made just three of 26 field-goal attempts, while the Hawks were 10 for 25 and used a 14-2 run in the first half to build a 27-12 halftime lead.
Outlaw who outlived his hard ways later battled diabetes complications
February 14, 2002
Waylon Jennings, whose rebellious songs and brash attitude defined the outlaw movement in country music, died Wednesday after a long battle with diabetes-related health problems. He was 64.
t limited to snowboarding
February 14, 2002
In snowboarding, many of the jumps, twists and turns have food-inspired names. Curling has Takeout. And skiing wouldn’t be much fun without an occasional Dinner Roll.
Revisions could require developers to restore natural habitat as part of project work
February 14, 2002
By Joel Mathis A planning commission subcommittee on Wednesday ordered some final revisions to proposed floodplain regulations, including a new emphasis on environmental benefits. The revised rules would include language that their purpose, in part, is to “promote conservation and restoration of natural habitat in riparian areas.”
t want to miss
February 14, 2002
TODAY LAWRENCE
Bert Nash to seek funds to keep programs going
February 14, 2002
By Joel Mathis Its coffers depleted by shortfalls in state funding, Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center will begin seeking private donations to keep programs running. “We will increasingly look to alternate sources of funding, especially for our targeted programs,” said Pat Roach Smith, Bert Nash’s community development director.
Immigrant held in deaths of six family members kills self
February 14, 2002
A Ukrainian immigrant accused of butchering six family members hanged himself in his jail cell Wednesday, the sheriff said. But Nikolay Soltys’ attorney, Tommy Clinkenbeard, said he was not convinced the man took his own life, and the sheriff ordered a more extensive investigation.
Lawmakers approve farm bill despite opposition from Kansans
February 14, 2002
Republican Sens. Pat Roberts and Sam Brownback opposed a Democrat-written farm bill Wednesday, saying it would encourage overproduction of subsidized crops. The Kansans voted against the Senate bill, which passed on a largely partisan vote of 58-40.
Minority plan wins initial approval in GOP Senate
February 14, 2002
A bipartisan coalition rewrote a Senate redistricting bill Wednesday, leaving some Republicans stunned that a certain victory had eluded them. The Senate voted 21-19 for a plan drafted by Ed Pugh, R-Wamego, to redraw the 40 districts .
Briefcase
February 14, 2002
 Retail sales dip in January  Aviation: CEO: Layoffs may hit Cessna  Earnings: Weak ad sales hurt Viacom  Atchison Casting Corp.: Foundry firm reports loss
challenger
February 14, 2002
By Dave Ranney The Republican candidate for governor generally perceived as too conservative for the GOP’s moderate wing is also too tight with organized labor to deserve the party’s nomination.
Viral case comes on heels of professor contracting more dangerous bacterial variety of disease
February 14, 2002
By Terry Rombeck For the second time in two weeks, someone at Kansas University has been diagnosed with meningitis. But this time, the diagnosis  for a first-year law student  is viral meningitis, less serious than the bacterial meningitis an education professor was diagnosed with last week.
Friends and neighbors
February 14, 2002
Girl Scout Brownie Troop No. 715 makes treats for the cats and dogs at Lawrence Humane Society during winter holiday school break. The troop adopted Lawrence Humane Society as its community service project. Back row, from left, are Kailey Wingert, 8; Nicki Snodgrass, 8; Laurel Nagengast, 8; and Taylor Shuck, 8. Front row, from left, are Candace Barnes, 6; Alice Barnes, 8; and Regan Keasling, 7. All the girls are from Lawrence. Amy Barnes submitted the photograph. Got a shot for Friends & Neighbors? Send it, along with your name, phone number and caption information, to Friends & Neighbors, P.O. Box 888, Lawrence 66044. For more Friends and Neighbors, go to www.lawrence.com/publish/postem/friends.
Births
February 14, 2002
 Jamie and Teah Van Meter, Lawrence, a boy, Tuesday.  Chrissy Johnson, Lawrence, a boy, Tuesday.
Tenants vent against high rent
February 14, 2002
By Mindie Paget Many Lawrence residents struggle to clear the hurdles between themselves and decent, affordable housing in the city. A group representing various Lawrence housing and social service agencies who met Wednesday night with community members discovered that barriers to housing are so numerous and complex that it will take a second meeting to even begin to formulate solutions.
Sound off
February 14, 2002
Why are the south restrooms in Allen Fieldhouse out of order? Didn’t Kansas University spend thousands of dollars on those new rest rooms a few years ago? According to KU officials, the restrooms had to be closed two weeks ago because of a sewage drainage problem outside the fieldhouse that will require major under-the-street repair. Those restrooms  two men’s and two women’s on the second and third floors  will remain closed for the remainder of the basketball season.
House passes campaign finance bill after marathon debate
February 14, 2002
(Web Posted Thursday at 2:09 a.m.) After marathon debate, the House gave its approval early Thursday to the most sweeping overhaul of campaign spending rules since the Watergate scandals a generation ago. The bipartisan vote of 240-189 sent the measure to the Senate, where opponents held out the threat of a filibuster.
Lions want to keep hopes alive for share of Sunflower League crown
February 14, 2002
By Steve Rottinghaus Olathe South has clinched at least a share of the Sunflower League boys basketball championship and Lawrence High hopes to be the team that shares the title with the Falcons.
Iran arrests 150 foreigners on suspicion of Taliban, al-Qaida links
February 14, 2002
Authorities arrested some 150 people, including European, Arab and African nationals, who entered Iran from Pakistan and are questioning them over any links to the Taliban or al-Qaida, the state news agency said Thursday.
Test your knowledge about Langston Hughes
February 14, 2002
The following is a quiz to help you test your knowledge about Langston Hughes. This quiz will be updated daily through Feb. 14.
s golf team tied for 11th in Hawaii
February 14, 2002
Kansas University’s men’s golf team is in a tie for 11th place in the 24-team Taylor Made/Big Island Invitational. Kansas opened the three-day tournament Wednesday with a first-round total of 292 on the 7,074 yard, par-72, Waikoloa Kings’ Course. Georgia Tech leads with a first- round total of 281.
Tainted judge selected for ice dancing
February 14, 2002
A Ukrainian judge suspended by the International Skating Union for trying to arrange vote swapping conspiracy at the 1998 Olympic Games in Nagano is part of the Olympic judging pool for the Salt Lake City Games and is expected to judge the ice dancing competition.
Riley services
February 14, 2002
Services for Kenneth Eugene “Mike” Riley, 85, Mission, Tex., will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Warren-McElwain Mortuary, Lawrence. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Masonic services will be conducted by Doric Lodge No. 83, A.F. & A.M., Eudora. Military services will be conducted by Dorsey-Liberty Post No. 14 American Legion. Mr. Riley died Friday, Feb. 8, 2002, at his home.
Israeli army mounts large campaign in Gaza
February 14, 2002
Responding to rocket fire, Israeli troops and tanks swept through three Palestinian towns and the outskirts of a refugee camp Wednesday in the biggest operation in the Gaza Strip since violence broke out nearly 17 months ago.
Weather prevents efforts to reach Iranian plane crash
February 14, 2002
Heavy snow and dense fog Wednesday prevented rescue workers from recovering dozens of bodies from a mountain in western Iran where a leased Russian-built airliner crashed with 117 people on board.
s once-grand former capital seeking global aid for renovations
February 14, 2002
St. Petersburg celebrates its 300th anniversary next year. Seeking to beguile the world, the city is busily renovating some of its hundreds of worn palaces, mansions and monuments. To help pay for this makeover, the Committee for the State Inspection and Protection of Historic Monuments is asking for donations from both Russian and foreign businesses, foundations and well-heeled individuals.
Rep. James Traficant Jr. on trial for bribery, racketeering
February 14, 2002
A former employee of Rep. James A. Traficant Jr. testified Wednesday that he gave the congressman thousands of dollars in kickbacks from his salary. Allen Sinclair, the first witness to testify in the bribery trial of the congressman, said he burned the envelopes containing the money at Traficant’s direction.
British believe al-Qaida regrouping in Mideast
February 14, 2002
British terrorism experts with extensive contacts throughout the Middle East believe many al-Qaida fighters have escaped from Afghanistan and are regrouping in the Middle East, in preparation for more attacks against the United States and its allies.
Campaign issue
February 14, 2002
To the editor: On Tuesday, Feb. 5, House Speaker J. Dennis Hastert scheduled the Shays-Meehan campaign finance reform bill for a floor vote the next week. According to an article in the New York Times the next day, the short notice was aimed at minimizing the time for grass-roots lobbying. The story should have been covered in the Lawrence Journal-World to let readers know of this upcoming historic vote.
6Sports video report: Too little, too late for KU women
February 14, 2002
Kevin Romary presents highlights from the Kannsas women’s basketball loss to Nebraska.
Will it be guns or butter?
February 14, 2002
By Myriam Marquez The Orlando Sentinel This November, women decide, What do the people want: Guns or butter? This year’s congressional elections will hinge on that question. Or so believe the political consultants and party insiders for Republican and Democratic candidates.
Misplaced sense of manhood
February 14, 2002
By Leonard Pitts Jr. Miami Herald It wasn’t the fact that a young man had been killed that made me stop. The unfortunate truth, after all, is that young men are frequently killed. So, in itself, the shooting of 20-year-old Ibrahim Khoury in Coral Gables, Fla., seemed sadly … ordinary.
Nation Briefs
February 14, 2002
Colorado: Ex-Enron chief’s home sells for $10 million Delaware: Lesbian may be liable for child support San Francisco: Father in neglect case linked to another death
Nation Briefs
February 14, 2002
Denver: Officials mull release of Columbine reports Washington, D.C.: Criminal investigation of Clinton gifts sought Kentucky: Kindergartner killed running to catch bus Washington, D.C.: Medicare report finds steep hike in costs
Nation Briefs
February 14, 2002
 Colorado: Ex-Enron chief’s home sells for $10 million  Delaware: Lesbian may be liable for child support  San Francisco: Father in neglect case linked to another death
Briefly
February 14, 2002
 Pakistan: Chief suspect tells court American journalist is dead  Afghanistan: Accident kills U.S. soldier  Yemen: Suspect blows himself up  California: Teddy bears raise suspicions
Skategate may lead to reforms
February 14, 2002
In a highly unusual move, the International Olympic Committee told the figure skating union Wednesday night to quickly settle a judging dispute that has consumed the Winter Games for two days. The strong warning was issued just hours after the head of the International Skating Union said an Olympic referee raised questions about the scores that narrowly gave the gold medal to the Russians in pairs Monday night.
Nation Briefs
February 14, 2002
 Denver: Officials mull release of Columbine reports  Washington, D.C.: Criminal investigation of Clinton gifts sought  Kentucky: Kindergartner killed running to catch bus  Washington, D.C.: Medicare report finds steep hike in costs
Attackers who fired at U.S. Afghan base appear organized
February 14, 2002
Attackers who opened fire on the main American base in southern Afghanistan appeared well-organized and moved within 50 yards of U.S. positions, an Army spokesman said Thursday.
t get all he asks for
February 14, 2002
President Bush praised Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf for showing “great courage and vision” in the war against terrorism and pledged Wednesday to help trim his nation’s $3 billion debt.
s Day
February 14, 2002
The wedding ring would have to come off. Harry Waizer had been horribly burned in the attack on the World Trade Center, and his blackened hands were swelling dangerously. Just as an emergency worker took a ring cutter to the gold band, a nurse intervened with a jar of lubricant and managed to slide it off.
Americans seek moral clarity on terrorism
February 14, 2002
By Jim Hoagland Washington Post Writers Group Osama bin Laden’s trail has grown cold in the remote Afghan fastness where he planned the horror-filled morning of Sept. 11. Smoking Osama out has given way to the unsatisfying but probably unavoidable strategy of waiting him out.
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February 14, 2002
By Scott Rothschild Kansas higher education chiefs, including Kansas University Chancellor Robert Hemenway, entertained elementary school students Wednesday with stories and visits from the schools’ mascots.
Junior shooting 60.5 percent
February 14, 2002
By Gary Bedore Dubbed “Mr. Consistency” by the media, Nick Collison thinks he’s lived up to the hype so far his junior season. “I guess,” Kansas’ 6-foot-9, 250-pound junior forward said. “I have been as consistent this year as I’ve been. I’ve had a little foul trouble. I’m not shooting free throws very well.
Rhodesian Ridgeback wins best of breed at prestigious New York show
February 14, 2002
By Jim Baker His name may not yet be a household word, but it’s on the lips of dog aficionados coast to coast: Champion Wetu of Kalahari. The 4-year-old male Rhodesian Ridgeback  owned by Dr. Mike and Cindy Well of Lawrence  is a rising star in the world of prize American canines.
Speedway races sold out
February 14, 2002
Tickets for this season’s five races at Kansas Speedway have sold out, track officials announced Wednesday.
Elusive gold
February 14, 2002
Journal-World Editorial Many in Salt Lake are holding their breath in hopes the Winter Olympics will prove more golden than early prospects indicate. Salt Lake City in many ways is enjoying and benefiting from the international spotlight that the Winter Olympics are providing.
Does Lipitor zap memory?
February 14, 2002
I took Lipitor for more than a year, and I thought I was doing great. My cholesterol levels dropped significantly with no side effects. Then I began having problems remembering names.
Kansas House approves map redrawing its 125 districts
By JOSHUA AKERS, Associated Press Writer
February 14, 2002
House members on Thursday approved a redistricting bill redrawing the chamber’s 125 districts.
6Sports video report: too little, too late for Lady Lions
February 14, 2002
Kevin Romary presents highlights from the Lawrence High girls’ basketball loss to Olathe East.
Do you speak snowboard?
Olympics viewers might need a trick-tionary for snowcabulary
By Marja Mills, Knight Ridder Newspapers
February 14, 2002
Snowboarders cut a wide swath, not only through sick pow (great snow), but through English as we know it. So, as Olympic snowboarders get big air and ride fakie (backward) this week outside Salt Lake City, NBC commentator Kevin Delaney has his own trick to pull off.
Does Lipitor zap memory?
By Joe Graedon and Teresa Graedon, King Features Syndicate
February 14, 2002
I took Lipitor for more than a year, and I thought I was doing great. My cholesterol levels dropped significantly with no side effects. Then I began having problems remembering names.
An uplifting move
Lawrence teen takes health to new level
By Jim Baker
February 14, 2002
By Jim Baker People say T.G. Hamm has a lot of heart. It’s kind of ironic, considering the 17-year-old Lawrence High School junior has overcome significant heart problems in his life. T.G. it stands for “Tiny Gary,” a childhood nickname that stuck underwent three open-heart surgeries as a child to correct congenital heart defects.
Tenants vent against high rent
By Mindie Paget
February 14, 2002
By Mindie Paget Many Lawrence residents struggle to clear the hurdles between themselves and decent, affordable housing in the city. A group representing various Lawrence housing and social service agencies who met Wednesday night with community members discovered that barriers to housing are so numerous and complex that it will take a second meeting to even begin to formulate solutions.
Tax hike for schools supported
KU institute poll finds Kansans willing to pay more for education
By Terry Rombeck
February 14, 2002
By Terry Rombeck Education supporters have said Kansans would support higher taxes if the money goes to schools. Now there are statistics to back their claim. Survey results by the Kansas University Policy Research Institute released Wednesday show nearly 60 percent of Kansans would pay more taxes to support K-12 education..
Big 12 Roundup: ‘Pokes pop OU, 79-72
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
Fourth-ranked Oklahoma brought out the best in struggling Oklahoma State. The 16th-ranked Cowboys, who came in having lost five of eight, received a career-high 22 points from Ivan McFarlin and a double-double from Melvin Sanders to beat the Sooners, 79-72, in overtime Wednesday night.
NBA Roundup: Garnett scores 33 in rout of Suns
Timberwolves’ center treats Minnesota fans to free soda, beer
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
The drinks were on Kevin Garnett, and so was the entertainment. Garnett had 33 points, 13 rebounds and six assists Wednesday night, leading the Minnesota Timberwolves past his old teammate Stephon Marbury and the Phoenix Suns, 107-92.
Dream home is stuff of nightmares: the old Munsters’ place
Knight Ridder Newspapers
February 14, 2002
For the past two months, there’s been something rather spooky happening on Farm Road 813 south of Dallas on the outskirts of Waxahachie. Sounds of things getting chopped up and sawed off. Bonfires on an almost nightly basis. A sign dotted in blood-red writing.
Country legend Waylon Jennings dies
Outlaw who outlived his hard ways later battled diabetes complications
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
Waylon Jennings, whose rebellious songs and brash attitude defined the outlaw movement in country music, died Wednesday after a long battle with diabetes-related health problems. He was 64.
Walgreen adopts new policy to curb tobacco sales to minors
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
Walgreen Co. has agreed to use registers that will prompt cashiers to check ID for cigarette sales. The company has also agreed to pay $320,000 to 40 states to cover the cost of a probe that found the drugstore giant failed to card minors 11 out of 12 times.
Tainted judge selected for ice dancing
The Orange County Register
February 14, 2002
A Ukrainian judge suspended by the International Skating Union for trying to arrange vote swapping conspiracy at the 1998 Olympic Games in Nagano is part of the Olympic judging pool for the Salt Lake City Games and is expected to judge the ice dancing competition.
KU men’s golf team tied for 11th in Hawaii
February 14, 2002
Kansas University’s men’s golf team is in a tie for 11th place in the 24-team Taylor Made/Big Island Invitational. Kansas opened the three-day tournament Wednesday with a first-round total of 292 on the 7,074 yard, par-72, Waikoloa Kings’ Course. Georgia Tech leads with a first- round total of 281.
Top-ranked O-South to invade LHS
Lions want to keep hopes alive for share of Sunflower League crown
By Steve Rottinghaus
February 14, 2002
By Steve Rottinghaus Olathe South has clinched at least a share of the Sunflower League boys basketball championship and Lawrence High hopes to be the team that shares the title with the Falcons.
Scottish court hears new testimony in appeal of Pan Am bombing case
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
New witnesses told the Lockerbie appeals court Wednesday that they saw evidence of a break-in at a restricted baggage area of Heathrow Airport the same day that a bomb exploded on board a Pan Am flight in 1988, killing 270 people.
Milosevic attacks tribunal’s legality
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
Faced with graphic images from a ruthless campaign of ethnic cleansing that prosecutors say he masterminded, Slobodan Milosevic lashed back Wednesday at the U.N. court, challenging its legality, in his first comments at his war crimes trial.
Preschool priority
February 14, 2002
Americans seek moral clarity on terrorism
By Jim Hoagland
February 14, 2002
By Jim Hoagland Washington Post Writers Group Osama bin Laden’s trail has grown cold in the remote Afghan fastness where he planned the horror-filled morning of Sept. 11. Smoking Osama out has given way to the unsatisfying but probably unavoidable strategy of waiting him out.
KU Chancellor Robert Hemenway’s legislative testimony
February 14, 2002
The following testimony was presented by Kansas University Chancellor Robert Hemenway to the House Education and Legislative Budget Committee, Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2002, Room 514-S, State Capitol.
Kansas House approves map redrawing its 125 districts
February 14, 2002
House members on Thursday approved a redistricting bill redrawing the chamber’s 125 districts.
s legislative testimony
February 14, 2002
The following testimony was presented by Kansas University Chancellor Robert Hemenway to the House Education and Legislative Budget Committee, Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2002, Room 514-S, State Capitol.
Arafat showing strain of challenge to authority
February 14, 2002
It was a startling scene even for the mercurial Yasser Arafat: during an argument, the Palestinian leader tried to punch his West Bank security chief and pulled a gun on him for defying orders.
Former KU coach may become Cyclone assistant
February 14, 2002
Former Kansas University football coach Terry Allen and his staff have had mixed results landing new positions since being dismissed. Things might be looking up for Allen, though. KU’s former head coach, who was let go with three games remaining last season, reportedly has been offered a job as Iowa State’s tight ends coach.
s legality
February 14, 2002
Faced with graphic images from a ruthless campaign of ethnic cleansing that prosecutors say he masterminded, Slobodan Milosevic lashed back Wednesday at the U.N. court, challenging its legality, in his first comments at his war crimes trial.
Walgreen adopts new policy to curb tobacco sales to minors
February 14, 2002
Walgreen Co. has agreed to use registers that will prompt cashiers to check ID for cigarette sales. The company has also agreed to pay $320,000 to 40 states to cover the cost of a probe that found the drugstore giant failed to card minors 11 out of 12 times.
House map advances to final vote
February 14, 2002
House members gave first-round approval to a redistricting bill Wednesday, after some adjustments to the proposed new map of the chamber’s 125 districts. As endorsed last week by the House Redistricting Committee, the new map would have paired six incumbent Democrats in three new districts and put a Republican and a Democrat together in a northwest Kansas district.
Family of dead CIA agent denounces John Walker Lindh
February 14, 2002
John Walker Lindh pleaded innocent Wednesday to conspiring to kill Americans, then was denounced as a traitor in an emotional outpouring outside court by the family of a slain CIA officer who had questioned him in Afghanistan.
House members work past midnight on bill to reform campaign finance
February 14, 2002
Advocates of overhauling campaign finance laws appeared to close in on a key victory today as the House tangled over legislation that supporters touted as a way to reduce money’s role in politics.
center treats Minnesota fans to free soda, beer
February 14, 2002
The drinks were on Kevin Garnett, and so was the entertainment. Garnett had 33 points, 13 rebounds and six assists Wednesday night, leading the Minnesota Timberwolves past his old teammate Stephon Marbury and the Phoenix Suns, 107-92.
La Parrilla owners to open another downtown restaurant
February 14, 2002
By Mark Fagan The owners of a popular Latin American restaurant are hoping to cook up similar success with a Southeast Asian noodle shop and satay bar directly across the street. Zen Zero is scheduled to open in April at 811 Mass., the former home of Lotus. The new restaurant will feature a full-service bar and a menu heavy on noodles, small kebabs of meat and other dishes popular in Tibet, Nepal, Vietnam, Thailand and Japan.
Commodities
February 14, 2002
Local markets As of Wednesday’s close, courtesy of Ottawa Cooperative Assn. Ottawa Elevator  Wheat, $2.65; corn, $1.84; milo, $1.79; soybeans, $4.13. Edgerton Elevator  Wheat, $2.68; corn, $1.86; milo, $1.79; soybeans, $4.13. Overbrook Elevator  Wheat, $2.68; corn, $1.84; milo, $1.79; soybeans, $4.13. Midland Elevator  Wheat, NA; corn, $1.86; milo, NA; soybeans, $4.15. Lawrence Elevator  Wheat, NA; corn, $1.89; milo, NA; soybeans, $4.18. Pauline Elevator  Wheat, NA; corn, $1.89; milo, $1.84; soybeans, $4.18.
Retiring telephone worker books final visit to Woodlawn
February 14, 2002
By Tim Carpenter Craig Johnson celebrated the end of a 30-year career at Southwestern Bell by exchanging books and stuffed animals for dozens of hugs from Lawrence kindergartners. His retirement Wednesday coincided with a final trip to Woodlawn School teacher Terry Tuckwin’s classes. Johnson’s mission, as it has been for years, was to deliver to students personalized books from Telephone Pioneers of America, a telecommunications service organization.
Rural property owners object to rule changes
February 14, 2002
By Chad Lawhorn At least two of three Douglas County commissioners are interested in hearing by the end of this year plans to modify or possibly eliminate the county’s 5-acre exemption. But after hearing several impassioned defenses of the exemption Wednesday at a joint meeting with Lawrence-Douglas County Planning Commissioners, county commissioners said they don’t want to change the regulations so much that rural landowners are significantly hurt.
place
February 14, 2002
For the past two months, there’s been something rather spooky happening on Farm Road 813 south of Dallas on the outskirts of Waxahachie. Sounds of things getting chopped up and sawed off. Bonfires on an almost nightly basis. A sign dotted in blood-red writing.
Media convergence
February 14, 2002
Four Austrian journalists visited The World Company’s News Center to look at the new convergence operation that combines the newsrooms of the Journal-World, 6News and World Online. Earlier this week, Dave Toplikar, seated, World Online editor, demonstrated Web coverage of the Olympics to representatives of Styria Medien located in Vienna, Austria. The foreign visitors, standing from left, are Michael Fleischhacker, Horst Pirker, Wolfgang Bretschko and Hubert Patterer, who is comparing the online headlines to the front of USA Today, which has a contract printing site at the Journal-World.
Berry good Valentines
February 14, 2002
Amber Ross dips strawberries in white or milk chocolate and tries to keep up with the Valentine’s Day demand at Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, 1 Riverfront Plaza. “They’re selling as fast as we’re making them,” said store owner Dana McDonough on Wednesday.
6News video report: grieving parents bring suit against KU
February 14, 2002
Tina Terry presents an update on the pending lawsuit involving Kansas Univeristy and a fraternity.
Pokes pop OU, 79-72
February 14, 2002
Fourth-ranked Oklahoma brought out the best in struggling Oklahoma State. The 16th-ranked Cowboys, who came in having lost five of eight, received a career-high 22 points from Ivan McFarlin and a double-double from Melvin Sanders to beat the Sooners, 79-72, in overtime Wednesday night.
Seat-belt flap continues, company owner wants $8.5 million
February 14, 2002
Bill Simpson, the former owner of Simpson Performance Products, sued NASCAR on Wednesday, claiming it wrongly blamed his company’s seat belt for Dale Earnhardt’s death a year ago.
Divorce restriction
February 14, 2002
To the editor: I was pleasantly surprised to read about the Kansas Senate Judiciary Committee’s endorsement of a bill that would restrict the availability of no-fault divorce only to couples with no dependent children.
6Sports video report: too little, too late for Lady Lions
February 14, 2002
Kevin Romary presents highlights from the Lawrence High girls’ basketball loss to Olathe East.
Lawrence teen takes health to new level
February 14, 2002
By Jim Baker People say T.G. Hamm has a lot of heart. It’s kind of ironic, considering the 17-year-old Lawrence High School junior has overcome significant heart problems in his life. T.G.  it stands for “Tiny Gary,” a childhood nickname that stuck  underwent three open-heart surgeries as a child to correct congenital heart defects.
Officials dismiss statement by chief suspect that journalist is dead
February 14, 2002
(Updated Thursday at 8:17 a.m.) A British-born Muslim militant admitted Thursday to kidnapping Wall Street Journal correspondent Daniel Pearl and said he believed the journalist is dead. Officials dismissed the militant’s claim, and the Journal said it remained confident Pearl is alive.
Horoscopes
By Jacqueline Bigar
February 14, 2002
Top 25 Roundup: Tide overcomes Clemson, 52-51
February 14, 2002
Rod Grizzard knew that for Alabama to win he had to follow one of his worst halves with one of his best. “I had two points at halftime,” Grizzard said, shaking his head. “Me, leading the league in scoring last year and only two points, I can’t leave like that.”
Weather prevents efforts to reach Iranian plane crash
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
Heavy snow and dense fog Wednesday prevented rescue workers from recovering dozens of bodies from a mountain in western Iran where a leased Russian-built airliner crashed with 117 people on board.
Arts groups face losses in Wichita, not in Lawrence
February 14, 2002
Performing arts groups in Wichita, already coping with box office losses after the Sept. 11 attacks and a community recovering from thousands of job losses, are capitalizing on patriotic themes and trying to appeal to wider audiences in their upcoming season.
Enron executive will break silence
February 14, 2002
Enron executive Sherron Watkins warned Chairman Kenneth Lay on Oct. 30 that “We need to come clean” and disclose the heavy financial losses from the company’s complex web of partnerships.
Winter Jr.
February 14, 2002
Yreka, Calif. Â Services for Max Shipman “Cap” Winter Jr., 86, Yreka, will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Girdner Funeral Chapel, Yreka. Inurment will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Evergreen Cemetery, Yreka. Mr. Winter died Sunday, Feb. 10, 2002, at Mercy Medical Center, Redding, after a lengthy illness.
Olympic Roundup: Miller claims 10th U.S. medal
February 14, 2002
Five days into the Winter Games, it’s impossible to keep the Americans off the medal stand. Bode Miller, whose first two runs in the combined offered faint hope of success, roared through his final slalom trip to grab a silver medal  the 10th medal in five days of competition for the U.S. team.
Nation Briefs
February 14, 2002
Boston: Court gives Farrakhan right to exclude women Washington, D.C.: Gun background checks to include INS review Washington, D.C.: Internet provider vows to uphold users’ privacy Florida: Bob Marley sons face marijuana charges
Our Town
February 14, 2002
Petition drive seeks to improve Marion Township fire protection
By Chad Lawhorn
February 14, 2002
By Chad Lawhorn A petition drive is in the works to improve fire service and reduce the cost of homeowners’ insurance in Marion Township in southwestern Douglas County. Bruce Snodgrass, a Marion Township property owner, said that within the next month he’ll begin circulating a petition seeking to remove the township from Osage County Fire District No. 4, the current provider of fire protection.
Max ‘Cap’ Winter Jr.
February 14, 2002
Olympic Roundup: Miller claims 10th U.S. medal
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
Five days into the Winter Games, it’s impossible to keep the Americans off the medal stand. Bode Miller, whose first two runs in the combined offered faint hope of success, roared through his final slalom trip to grab a silver medal the 10th medal in five days of competition for the U.S. team.
Pakistan’s president doesn’t get all he asks for
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
President Bush praised Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf for showing “great courage and vision” in the war against terrorism and pledged Wednesday to help trim his nation’s $3 billion debt.
Elusive gold
J-W Editorials
February 14, 2002
Journal-World Editorial Many in Salt Lake are holding their breath in hopes the Winter Olympics will prove more golden than early prospects indicate. Salt Lake City in many ways is enjoying and benefiting from the international spotlight that the Winter Olympics are providing.
Olympics viewers might need a trick-tionary for snowcabulary
February 14, 2002
Snowboarders cut a wide swath, not only through sick pow (great snow), but through English as we know it. So, as Olympic snowboarders get big air and ride fakie (backward) this week outside Salt Lake City, NBC commentator Kevin Delaney has his own trick to pull off.
People
February 14, 2002
 Death certificated revised  McKellen feeling lucky  Terminator twist  Circus stunt brings damages
Nation Briefs
February 14, 2002
 Boston: Court gives Farrakhan right to exclude women  Washington, D.C.: Gun background checks to include INS review  Washington, D.C.: Internet provider vows to uphold users’ privacy  Florida: Bob Marley sons face marijuana charges
Prevalence of available men is good for flower industry, at least until the bachelors marry
February 14, 2002
For every 10 single young American women this Valentine’s Day, there are at least 11 single young guys, which is good news for florists, who expect booming business. The bad news is that, once they’re hitched, men are likelier to pick up a cheap bouquet with the groceries than go out of their way to find something special.
Horoscopes
February 14, 2002
For Thursday, Feb. 14, 2002, those with birthdays today: Deal with finances as if you were an accountant this year. Consider taking a class in taxes or some other facet of budgeting. Seek out experts, not friends! If you are single, the love temperature will soar in your neighborhood at the end of this year. Cupid’s arrow strikes! If you are attached, you and your sweetie will choose to view money matters quite differently. You can learn from each other. The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult
Calendar
February 14, 2002
Nightlife Today
Minority plan wins initial approval in GOP Senate
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
A bipartisan coalition rewrote a Senate redistricting bill Wednesday, leaving some Republicans stunned that a certain victory had eluded them. The Senate voted 21-19 for a plan drafted by Ed Pugh, R-Wamego, to redraw the 40 districts .
Misplaced sense of manhood
By Leonard Pitts Jr.
February 14, 2002
By Leonard Pitts Jr. Miami Herald It wasn’t the fact that a young man had been killed that made me stop. The unfortunate truth, after all, is that young men are frequently killed. So, in itself, the shooting of 20-year-old Ibrahim Khoury in Coral Gables, Fla., seemed sadly … ordinary.
Will it be guns or butter?
By Myriam Marquez
February 14, 2002
By Myriam Marquez The Orlando Sentinel This November, women decide, What do the people want: Guns or butter? This year’s congressional elections will hinge on that question. Or so believe the political consultants and party insiders for Republican and Democratic candidates.
Our Town
February 14, 2002
Gym Gold Medalists: Shereen Fattaahl and Aly Frydman of the Lawrence Gymnastics Academy earned age group gold medals at Level Four in the Jayhawk Invitational gymnastics meet. Other LGA Level Four age-group placers were Mariah Anstaett, Katlyn Green, Holly Harrison, Carlyn Jones, Rachel Rasmussen, Haley Russell and Paige Ziegler. Â
Union label surfaces in race
Stovall says she’s more ‘pro-business’ than GOP ‘pro-labor’ challenger
By Dave Ranney
February 14, 2002
By Dave Ranney The Republican candidate for governor generally perceived as too conservative for the GOP’s moderate wing is also too tight with organized labor to deserve the party’s nomination.
Modified floodplain regulations promote emphasis on environment, conservation
Revisions could require developers to restore natural habitat as part of project work
By Joel Mathis
February 14, 2002
By Joel Mathis A planning commission subcommittee on Wednesday ordered some final revisions to proposed floodplain regulations, including a new emphasis on environmental benefits. The revised rules would include language that their purpose, in part, is to “promote conservation and restoration of natural habitat in riparian areas.”
Huskers hold off Jayhawks - Nebraska women 77, KU 70
February 14, 2002
By Chuck Woodling Ripe for the plucking was Nebraska’s women’s basketball team. “They were real beatable,” Kansas guard Selena Scott said, “but we had some crucial lapses because we hadn’t been in that situation before.” Indeed the 0-for-2002 Jayhawks made a late rush before bowing, 77-70, on Wednesday night in Allen Fieldhouse.
Lions, Firebirds named to all-league swimming
February 14, 2002
Alex Brunfeldt of Free State High and John Armstrong, Anthony Portela and John Gatti of Lawrence High have been named to the all-Sunflower League first team in boys swimming and diving.
Secretary seeks more time to sort out Indian royalties
February 14, 2002
Interior Secretary Gale Norton asked a judge Wednesday for more time to fix a flawed system that handles $500 million annually in royalties from Indian-owned land. But after five years of presiding in a lawsuit alleging the mismanagement of $10 billion in Indian money, U.S. District Judge Royce Lamberth was skeptical, noting he had heard similar reform promises from Norton’s predecessor.
Area briefs
February 14, 2002
 Free chiropractic services offered for fund-raiser  Suspect in abuse case found not competent to stand trial  Gospel concert to honor Langston Hughes’ life, career  Federal assistance available for victims of storm damage
Senate committee approves $158 per-pupil cut
February 14, 2002
A Senate committee approved a $158 per-pupil cut in state aid to public schools Wednesday, with some members saying it would be irresponsible to do otherwise  for now. “It’s the fervent hope for me and, I think, most everyone that this is not the final result for education,” Senate Ways and Means Committee Chairman Steve Morris, R-Hugoton, said after the vote.
Attackers who fired at U.S. Afghan base appear organized
By JONATHAN EWING, Associated Press Writer
February 14, 2002
Attackers who opened fire on the main American base in southern Afghanistan appeared well-organized and moved within 50 yards of U.S. positions, an Army spokesman said Thursday.
Local briefs
February 14, 2002
Social services: ECKAN’s Lawrence office reopens with staff changes The Lawrence ECKAN office has reopened this week after being closed for several days following the firing of its longtime Douglas County coordinator. The nonprofit’s office at 1600 Haskell Ave. is being staffed by employees from the agency’s headquarters in Ottawa, according to a receptionist who declined to give her name. The office is operating under its normal hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Richard Jackson, executive director of the East Central Kansas Economic Opportunity Corporation, previously had said a search for a new coordinator for Douglas County had begun and should be completed in about a month. Eve Cofer, the agency’s former coordinator was fired last week. Both Jackson and Cofer have declined to comment on the reasons for the firing. The agency provides those in need with a food commodity program and other services. ____________________________________ Assistance: Volunteer agency to help with home improvements Lawrence homeowners who need help with a home improvement project may be able to get assistance this spring from a local volunteer agency. The Roger Hill Volunteer Center, in conjunction with the Corporate Volunteer Council of Douglas County, is taking applications from residents for its 10th annual Home Improvement Day scheduled for April 20. To qualify, residents must own their own home and meet income and other guidelines set by the Corporate Volunteer Council. Projects could include anything from painting to yard work to weatherproofing, said Becky Twedt of the volunteer center. The volunteer council, composed of area business volunteer groups, will perform basic repairs on the homes selected for the project. Applications due by 5 p.m. Feb. 25 are available by calling the volunteer center at 865-5030. ____________________________________ Lawrence: Traffic accident damages porch on Tennessee Street An automobile accident early Wednesday sent an Olathe man to the hospital, a Lawrence woman to jail and damaged a porch of a Tennessee Street house. Shortly after 2 a.m., Andrew Peterson, 21, Olathe, was taken by ambulance to Lawrence Memorial Hospital. He was treated and released, a hospital spokeswoman said. Peterson was the driver of a 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier that struck the back of a 1989 Toyota that pulled in front of him, Lawrence Police Sgt. Mark Warren said. The Toyota was driven by Jessica Marie Todd, 25, 2333 Ridge Court, Lawrence. The collision caused the Cavalier to leave the street and strike the front porch of a house at 1604 Tenn. owned by David Hamill, Warren said. The Toyota struck two parked cars, he said. No damage estimates were listed. Todd was taken to the Douglas County Jail and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol. She was later released and ordered to appear April 4 in Lawrence Municipal Court.
WTC survivor home for Valentine’s Day
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
The wedding ring would have to come off. Harry Waizer had been horribly burned in the attack on the World Trade Center, and his blackened hands were swelling dangerously. Just as an emergency worker took a ring cutter to the gold band, a nurse intervened with a jar of lubricant and managed to slide it off.
Arafat showing strain of challenge to authority
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
It was a startling scene even for the mercurial Yasser Arafat: during an argument, the Palestinian leader tried to punch his West Bank security chief and pulled a gun on him for defying orders.
Scottish court hears new testimony in appeal of Pan Am bombing case
February 14, 2002
New witnesses told the Lockerbie appeals court Wednesday that they saw evidence of a break-in at a restricted baggage area of Heathrow Airport the same day that a bomb exploded on board a Pan Am flight in 1988, killing 270 people.
Petition drive seeks to improve Marion Township fire protection
February 14, 2002
By Chad Lawhorn A petition drive is in the works to improve fire service and reduce the cost of homeowners’ insurance in Marion Township in southwestern Douglas County. Bruce Snodgrass, a Marion Township property owner, said that within the next month he’ll begin circulating a petition seeking to remove the township from Osage County Fire District No. 4, the current provider of fire protection.
Experts encourage presents that lift finances, love life
February 14, 2002
Every year, retailers encourage the nation’s lovers to show their love by spending money on their honey for Valentine’s Day. This year, despite a recession, has been no different. The International Mass Retail Assn. expects Americans to spend an average of $94.50 per household on Valentine’s Day gifts, up from the $84.20 spent last year.
KU institute poll finds Kansans willing to pay more for education
February 14, 2002
By Terry Rombeck Education supporters have said Kansans would support higher taxes if the money goes to schools. Now there are statistics to back their claim. Survey results by the Kansas University Policy Research Institute released Wednesday show nearly 60 percent of Kansans would pay more taxes to support K-12 education..
Calendar
February 14, 2002
Local briefs
February 14, 2002
 Social services: ECKAN’s Lawrence office reopens with staff changes The Lawrence ECKAN office has reopened this week after being closed for several days following the firing of its longtime Douglas County coordinator. The nonprofit’s office at 1600 Haskell Ave. is being staffed by employees from the agency’s headquarters in Ottawa, according to a receptionist who declined to give her name. The office is operating under its normal hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Richard Jackson, executive director of the East Central Kansas Economic Opportunity Corporation, previously had said a search for a new coordinator for Douglas County had begun and should be completed in about a month. Eve Cofer, the agency’s former coordinator was fired last week. Both Jackson and Cofer have declined to comment on the reasons for the firing. The agency provides those in need with a food commodity program and other services. ____________________________________  Assistance: Volunteer agency to help with home improvements Lawrence homeowners who need help with a home improvement project may be able to get assistance this spring from a local volunteer agency. The Roger Hill Volunteer Center, in conjunction with the Corporate Volunteer Council of Douglas County, is taking applications from residents for its 10th annual Home Improvement Day scheduled for April 20. To qualify, residents must own their own home and meet income and other guidelines set by the Corporate Volunteer Council. Projects could include anything from painting to yard work to weatherproofing, said Becky Twedt of the volunteer center. The volunteer council, composed of area business volunteer groups, will perform basic repairs on the homes selected for the project. Applications due by 5 p.m. Feb. 25 are available by calling the volunteer center at 865-5030. ____________________________________  Lawrence: Traffic accident damages porch on Tennessee Street An automobile accident early Wednesday sent an Olathe man to the hospital, a Lawrence woman to jail and damaged a porch of a Tennessee Street house. Shortly after 2 a.m., Andrew Peterson, 21, Olathe, was taken by ambulance to Lawrence Memorial Hospital. He was treated and released, a hospital spokeswoman said. Peterson was the driver of a 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier that struck the back of a 1989 Toyota that pulled in front of him, Lawrence Police Sgt. Mark Warren said. The Toyota was driven by Jessica Marie Todd, 25, 2333 Ridge Court, Lawrence. The collision caused the Cavalier to leave the street and strike the front porch of a house at 1604 Tenn. owned by David Hamill, Warren said. The Toyota struck two parked cars, he said. No damage estimates were listed. Todd was taken to the Douglas County Jail and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol. She was later released and ordered to appear April 4 in Lawrence Municipal Court.
Huskers hold off Jayhawks - Nebraska women 77, KU 70
By Gary Bedore
February 14, 2002
By Chuck Woodling Ripe for the plucking was Nebraska’s women’s basketball team. “They were real beatable,” Kansas guard Selena Scott said, “but we had some crucial lapses because we hadn’t been in that situation before.” Indeed the 0-for-2002 Jayhawks made a late rush before bowing, 77-70, on Wednesday night in Allen Fieldhouse.
World Briefs
February 14, 2002
London: Former N.Y. officials receive royal honors Rome: Pope gives out ashes as Lenten season opens Malawi: Food appeal issued England: Princess’s body will be cremated
World Briefs
February 14, 2002
 London: Former N.Y. officials receive royal honors  Rome: Pope gives out ashes as Lenten season opens  Malawi: Food appeal issued  England: Princess’s body will be cremated
Steven D. Treaster
February 14, 2002
Prairie Village  Services for Steven D. Treaster, 50, Shawnee, will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Southminster Presbyterian Church, Prairie Village. Burial will be in Old Monticello Cemetery, Shawnee. A reception will follow the burial at the home of A.L. and Susan Summerlin, Shawnee. Mr. Treaster died Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2002, at his home. He had cancer.
Riley services
February 14, 2002
Preschool priority
February 14, 2002
To the editor: Parents in America are working harder than ever to support their families and to find the best care for their children so they can start school ready to learn. While the president has expressed strong interest in early learning, his budget leaves millions of young children behind. His proposal for early learning programs would actually result in young children losing child care and/or Head Start services. Yet, the gaps are enormous. With current funding levels, only one in eight eligible children actually receives assistance from the Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG), which provides working parents assistance in paying for child care, and only three out of five low-income preschoolers eligible for Head Start can participate in the program. If we want our children to enter school ready to read and to succeed in life, they must have access to early learning opportunities.
On the record
February 14, 2002
On the record
February 14, 2002
Law enforcement report Burglaries and thefts reported
Old home town - 25, 40 and 100 years ago today
Courtesy Watkins Community Museum
February 14, 2002
Old home town - 25, 40 and 100 years ago today
February 14, 2002
IN 1977 “The Douglas County Historic Building Survey” published by the county bicentennial commission in connection with the national bicentennial observance was proving to be a big seller here.
Mildred Alice Nichols
February 14, 2002
Vinland  Services for Mildred Alice Nichols, 91, Baldwin, will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Vinland Church of Christ. Burial will be in Vinland Cemetery. Mrs. Nichols died Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2002, at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.
Divorce restriction
February 14, 2002
Campaign issue
February 14, 2002
Arts notes
February 14, 2002
Screenwriters to read new script at Oldfathers Story of Sacagawea comes to stage Barn dance slated for Saturday night Estonian musicians, singers coming to JCCC Company to present Shakespeare, Twain Woodworking show offers latest in tools
Arts notes
February 14, 2002
 Screenwriters to read new script at Oldfathers  Story of Sacagawea comes to stage  Barn dance slated for Saturday night  Estonian musicians, singers coming to JCCC  Company to present Shakespeare, Twain  Woodworking show offers latest in tools
People
February 14, 2002
Death certificated revised McKellen feeling lucky Terminator twist Circus stunt brings damages
Daily Ticker
February 14, 2002
Daily Ticker
February 14, 2002
Dow Industrials +125.93, 9,989.67
Iran arrests 150 foreigners on suspicion of Taliban, al-Qaida links
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
Authorities arrested some 150 people, including European, Arab and African nationals, who entered Iran from Pakistan and are questioning them over any links to the Taliban or al-Qaida, the state news agency said Thursday.
Speedway races sold out
February 14, 2002
Tickets for this season’s five races at Kansas Speedway have sold out, track officials announced Wednesday.
6News video report: grieving parents bring suit against KU
February 14, 2002
Tina Terry presents an update on the pending lawsuit involving Kansas Univeristy and a fraternity.
Area briefs
February 14, 2002
Free chiropractic services offered for fund-raiser Suspect in abuse case found not competent to stand trial Gospel concert to honor Langston Hughes’ life, career Federal assistance available for victims of storm damage
Sport lingo isn’t limited to snowboarding
Knight Ridder Newspapers
February 14, 2002
In snowboarding, many of the jumps, twists and turns have food-inspired names. Curling has Takeout. And skiing wouldn’t be much fun without an occasional Dinner Roll.
Drivers should remember to protect children, group says
By Marta Costello
February 14, 2002
By Marta Costello This week marks National Child Passenger Safety Week. But officials with the Douglas County Safe Kids Coalition stress that car-seat safety is a year-round concern. Nine of 10 child-safety seats are improperly installed, said coalition member Maj. Rich Barr of Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical.
Allen pondering ISU offer
Former KU coach may become Cyclone assistant
J-W Staff Report
February 14, 2002
Former Kansas University football coach Terry Allen and his staff have had mixed results landing new positions since being dismissed. Things might be looking up for Allen, though. KU’s former head coach, who was let go with three games remaining last season, reportedly has been offered a job as Iowa State’s tight ends coach.
Poor first half dooms LHS - Olathe East girls 57, Lawrence 47
Fourth-quarter rally not enough for Lions
By Doug Pacey
February 14, 2002
By Doug Pacey Maybe the girls who wore Lawrence High uniforms in the first half of Wednesday night’s game against Olathe East weren’t the real Lions. They sure played a heck of a lot differently in the second half. Lawrence made just three of 26 field-goal attempts, while the Hawks were 10 for 25 and used a 14-2 run in the first half to build a 27-12 halftime lead.
IOC issues warning
Skategate may lead to reforms
By Barry Wilner, Associated Press Sports Writer
February 14, 2002
In a highly unusual move, the International Olympic Committee told the figure skating union Wednesday night to quickly settle a judging dispute that has consumed the Winter Games for two days. The strong warning was issued just hours after the head of the International Skating Union said an Olympic referee raised questions about the scores that narrowly gave the gold medal to the Russians in pairs Monday night.
Collison consistent
Junior shooting 60.5 percent
By Gary Bedore
February 14, 2002
By Gary Bedore Dubbed “Mr. Consistency” by the media, Nick Collison thinks he’s lived up to the hype so far his junior season. “I guess,” Kansas’ 6-foot-9, 250-pound junior forward said. “I have been as consistent this year as I’ve been. I’ve had a little foul trouble. I’m not shooting free throws very well.
KU law student diagnosed with meningitis
Viral case comes on heels of professor contracting more dangerous bacterial variety of disease
By Terry Rombeck
February 14, 2002
By Terry Rombeck For the second time in two weeks, someone at Kansas University has been diagnosed with meningitis. But this time, the diagnosis for a first-year law student is viral meningitis, less serious than the bacterial meningitis an education professor was diagnosed with last week.
Five-acre exemption raises fiery emotions
Rural property owners object to rule changes
By Chad Lawhorn
February 14, 2002
By Chad Lawhorn At least two of three Douglas County commissioners are interested in hearing by the end of this year plans to modify or possibly eliminate the county’s 5-acre exemption. But after hearing several impassioned defenses of the exemption Wednesday at a joint meeting with Lawrence-Douglas County Planning Commissioners, county commissioners said they don’t want to change the regulations so much that rural landowners are significantly hurt.
Briefcase
February 14, 2002
Retail sales dip in January Aviation: CEO: Layoffs may hit Cessna Earnings: Weak ad sales hurt Viacom Atchison Casting Corp.: Foundry firm reports loss
Retiring telephone worker books final visit to Woodlawn
By Tim Carpenter
February 14, 2002
By Tim Carpenter Craig Johnson celebrated the end of a 30-year career at Southwestern Bell by exchanging books and stuffed animals for dozens of hugs from Lawrence kindergartners. His retirement Wednesday coincided with a final trip to Woodlawn School teacher Terry Tuckwin’s classes. Johnson’s mission, as it has been for years, was to deliver to students personalized books from Telephone Pioneers of America, a telecommunications service organization.
Odds favor single women on Valentine’s Day
Prevalence of available men is good for flower industry, at least until the bachelors marry
By Ron Kampeas, Associated Press Writer
February 14, 2002
For every 10 single young American women this Valentine’s Day, there are at least 11 single young guys, which is good news for florists, who expect booming business. The bad news is that, once they’re hitched, men are likelier to pick up a cheap bouquet with the groceries than go out of their way to find something special.
Senate committee approves $158 per-pupil cut
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
A Senate committee approved a $158 per-pupil cut in state aid to public schools Wednesday, with some members saying it would be irresponsible to do otherwise for now. “It’s the fervent hope for me and, I think, most everyone that this is not the final result for education,” Senate Ways and Means Committee Chairman Steve Morris, R-Hugoton, said after the vote.
Universities align with K-12 on funding
Hemenway: ‘It’s preschool to graduate school’
By Scott Rothschild
February 14, 2002
By Scott Rothschild Kansas higher education chiefs, including Kansas University Chancellor Robert Hemenway, entertained elementary school students Wednesday with stories and visits from the schools’ mascots.
La Parrilla owners to open another downtown restaurant
By Mark Fagan
February 14, 2002
By Mark Fagan The owners of a popular Latin American restaurant are hoping to cook up similar success with a Southeast Asian noodle shop and satay bar directly across the street. Zen Zero is scheduled to open in April at 811 Mass., the former home of Lotus. The new restaurant will feature a full-service bar and a menu heavy on noodles, small kebabs of meat and other dishes popular in Tibet, Nepal, Vietnam, Thailand and Japan.
Couples should rethink giving
Experts encourage presents that lift finances, love life
By Michelle Singletary
February 14, 2002
Every year, retailers encourage the nation’s lovers to show their love by spending money on their honey for Valentine’s Day. This year, despite a recession, has been no different. The International Mass Retail Assn. expects Americans to spend an average of $94.50 per household on Valentine’s Day gifts, up from the $84.20 spent last year.
Top 25 Roundup: Tide overcomes Clemson, 52-51
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
Rod Grizzard knew that for Alabama to win he had to follow one of his worst halves with one of his best. “I had two points at halftime,” Grizzard said, shaking his head. “Me, leading the league in scoring last year and only two points, I can’t leave like that.”
NASCAR to face lawsuit
Seat-belt flap continues, company owner wants $8.5 million
February 14, 2002
Bill Simpson, the former owner of Simpson Performance Products, sued NASCAR on Wednesday, claiming it wrongly blamed his company’s seat belt for Dale Earnhardt’s death a year ago.
Briefly
February 14, 2002
Pakistan: Chief suspect tells court American journalist is dead Afghanistan: Accident kills U.S. soldier Yemen: Suspect blows himself up California: Teddy bears raise suspicions
House members work past midnight on bill to reform campaign finance
The Dallas Morning News
February 14, 2002
Advocates of overhauling campaign finance laws appeared to close in on a key victory today as the House tangled over legislation that supporters touted as a way to reduce money’s role in politics.
Enron executive will break silence
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
Enron executive Sherron Watkins warned Chairman Kenneth Lay on Oct. 30 that “We need to come clean” and disclose the heavy financial losses from the company’s complex web of partnerships.
Taliban fighter pleads innocent
Family of dead CIA agent denounces John Walker Lindh
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
John Walker Lindh pleaded innocent Wednesday to conspiring to kill Americans, then was denounced as a traitor in an emotional outpouring outside court by the family of a slain CIA officer who had questioned him in Afghanistan.
House map advances to final vote
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
House members gave first-round approval to a redistricting bill Wednesday, after some adjustments to the proposed new map of the chamber’s 125 districts. As endorsed last week by the House Redistricting Committee, the new map would have paired six incumbent Democrats in three new districts and put a Republican and a Democrat together in a northwest Kansas district.
Lawmakers approve farm bill despite opposition from Kansans
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
Republican Sens. Pat Roberts and Sam Brownback opposed a Democrat-written farm bill Wednesday, saying it would encourage overproduction of subsidized crops. The Kansans voted against the Senate bill, which passed on a largely partisan vote of 58-40.
Immigrant held in deaths of six family members kills self
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
A Ukrainian immigrant accused of butchering six family members hanged himself in his jail cell Wednesday, the sheriff said. But Nikolay Soltys’ attorney, Tommy Clinkenbeard, said he was not convinced the man took his own life, and the sheriff ordered a more extensive investigation.
Bert Nash to seek funds to keep programs going
By Joel Mathis
February 14, 2002
By Joel Mathis Its coffers depleted by shortfalls in state funding, Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center will begin seeking private donations to keep programs running. “We will increasingly look to alternate sources of funding, especially for our targeted programs,” said Pat Roach Smith, Bert Nash’s community development director.
Arts groups face losses in Wichita, not in Lawrence
J-W Staff and Wire Reports
February 14, 2002
Performing arts groups in Wichita, already coping with box office losses after the Sept. 11 attacks and a community recovering from thousands of job losses, are capitalizing on patriotic themes and trying to appeal to wider audiences in their upcoming season.
Steven D. Treaster
February 14, 2002
Mildred Alice Nichols
February 14, 2002
Lawrence dog is peoples’ choice
Rhodesian Ridgeback wins best of breed at prestigious New York show
By Jim Baker
February 14, 2002
By Jim Baker His name may not yet be a household word, but it’s on the lips of dog aficionados coast to coast: Champion Wetu of Kalahari. The 4-year-old male Rhodesian Ridgeback owned by Dr. Mike and Cindy Well of Lawrence is a rising star in the world of prize American canines.
Lions, Firebirds named to all-league swimming
February 14, 2002
Alex Brunfeldt of Free State High and John Armstrong, Anthony Portela and John Gatti of Lawrence High have been named to the all-Sunflower League first team in boys swimming and diving.
British believe al-Qaida regrouping in Mideast
The Dallas Morning News
February 14, 2002
British terrorism experts with extensive contacts throughout the Middle East believe many al-Qaida fighters have escaped from Afghanistan and are regrouping in the Middle East, in preparation for more attacks against the United States and its allies.
Secretary seeks more time to sort out Indian royalties
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
Interior Secretary Gale Norton asked a judge Wednesday for more time to fix a flawed system that handles $500 million annually in royalties from Indian-owned land. But after five years of presiding in a lawsuit alleging the mismanagement of $10 billion in Indian money, U.S. District Judge Royce Lamberth was skeptical, noting he had heard similar reform promises from Norton’s predecessor.
Former employee testifies to lawmaker’s kickbacks
Rep. James Traficant Jr. on trial for bribery, racketeering
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
A former employee of Rep. James A. Traficant Jr. testified Wednesday that he gave the congressman thousands of dollars in kickbacks from his salary. Allen Sinclair, the first witness to testify in the bribery trial of the congressman, said he burned the envelopes containing the money at Traficant’s direction.
Russia’s once-grand former capital seeking global aid for renovations
The Baltimore Sun
February 14, 2002
St. Petersburg celebrates its 300th anniversary next year. Seeking to beguile the world, the city is busily renovating some of its hundreds of worn palaces, mansions and monuments. To help pay for this makeover, the Committee for the State Inspection and Protection of Historic Monuments is asking for donations from both Russian and foreign businesses, foundations and well-heeled individuals.
Israeli army mounts large campaign in Gaza
The Associated Press
February 14, 2002
Responding to rocket fire, Israeli troops and tanks swept through three Palestinian towns and the outskirts of a refugee camp Wednesday in the biggest operation in the Gaza Strip since violence broke out nearly 17 months ago.
Test your knowledge about Langston Hughes
February 14, 2002
The following is a quiz to help you test your knowledge about Langston Hughes. This quiz will be updated daily through Feb. 14.
County Commission Briefs
February 14, 2002
 Lone Star Lake business wins county approval  Commissioners hear permit requests
County Commission Briefs
February 14, 2002
Lone Star Lake business wins county approval Commissioners hear permit requests
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