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Do you think it was fair for the city to shut down this weekend's car wash to sponsor a softball team for the homeless?
Response Percent
No. Shutting down the car wash just makes the city look bad. A warning or an advisory that permits are needed in the future would have been sufficient.
 
 43%
Yes. The laws are on the books for everyone to follow.
 
 25%
Yes. The organizers should have checked into seeing if a permit was needed.
 
 20%
No. This was a good cause. The city should have ignored it.
 
 7%
Undecided.
 
 3%
Total 883
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August off to a hot start
August 1, 2005
Get set for a few warm days — the first week of August is bringing afternoon temperatures in the mid to upper 90s. “It looks like another hot one in the forecast,” said Jennifer Schack, 6News meteorologist. “If you are heading out to the (Douglas County) fair for the next few days, take that water with you.”
On the record
August 1, 2005
LMH seeking several volunteers
J-W Staff Reports
August 1, 2005
Lawrence Memorial Hospital seeks volunteers to fill several positions. Volunteers must be willing to make a commitment of three to six months for three to four hours per week of volunteer service.
Communist rebels free government officials
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
Maoist rebels on Sunday freed seven government officials they had seized in eastern Nepal, and all were safe and in good health, an official said.
Pope hails decision by IRA to disarm
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
Pope Benedict XVI on Sunday hailed the Irish Republican Army disarmament decision as “beautiful news” and urged all to work for a lasting peace after decades of bloodshed in Northern Ireland.
Heavy rains hamper monsoon relief work
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
Authorities warned residents to remain at home Sunday after heavy rains fell again across Bombay and surrounding areas hammered last week by devastating floods, with more than 900 people now reported dead.
U.S. resident shot, killed by police officer
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
A U.S. resident was shot to death by a Mexican police officer in a settlement outside the Mexico border city of Ciudad Juarez, authorities said on Sunday.
Iran threatens to restart nuclear activities
By Nasser Karimi - Associated Press Writer
August 1, 2005
Iran threatened Sunday to restart some suspended activities that could be used to make atomic weapons if European negotiators do not immediately offer a promised package of incentives to entice Tehran to freeze its nuclear program.
Helicopter crash kills Sudan V.P.
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
Sudanese Vice President John Garang, a former rebel leader who is a key figure in the country’s fledgling peace deal, was found dead early today near the Uganda-Sudan border after the helicopter he was riding in crashed, a senior Ugandan official said.
British police arrest 7 more, investigate ties to Saudi Arabia
By Beth Gardiner - Associated Press Writer
August 1, 2005
Police arrested seven people Sunday during a raid on an apartment in southern England, bringing to 21 the number in custody in the relentless hunt for accomplices in the failed July 21 transit bombings.
Administration changes its war rhetoric
By Tom Raum - Associated Press Writer
August 1, 2005
President Bush and White House officials still use the phrase “war on terrorism” to describe the global fight against al-Qaida and other militant extremists.
Capuano, Milwaukee win wildly
Giants pitchers hit three, walk three in Brewers’ four-run, one-hit inning
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
Getting hit by the ball instead of hitting it proved to be a winning formula Sunday for the Milwaukee Brewers.
Giambi still crushing blows
Slugger swats two homers as Yanks top Angels in 11
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
With Jason Giambi driving one ball after another into the seats, the New York Yankees can overcome just about any deficit these days.
Deadline passes; Ramirez, Soriano staying put
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
Manny Ramirez, Alfonso Soriano, A.J. Burnett and Mike Cameron all stayed with their teams as baseball’s non-waiver trade deadline passed with only five low-level deals involving 11 players.
Commentary: No help coming for punchless Twins
By Tom Powers - St. Paul Pioneer-Press
August 1, 2005
Nothing. No Alfonso Soriano. No Bill Mueller. No Kevin Millar. No Matt Lawton. No Kevin Youkilis.
Singh shrugs off Woods’ charge
Golfer nonchalant about four-stroke Buick victory
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
Tiger Woods rolled in a long birdie putt and cupped his left ear to coax a louder reaction from one of the tour’s rowdiest galleries.
Wideout Ward holding out on Steelers
August 1, 2005
Hines Ward became the Pittsburgh Steelers’ first major holdout in 12 years Sunday, keeping his promise not to report to training camp without a contract extension that would make him one of the NFL’s top-paid wide receivers.
Glass in 14th place
J-W Staff Reports
August 1, 2005
Lawrence’s Bob Glass was in 14th place after the first round of the PBA Senior Manassas Open on Sunday. Glass had an eight-game pinfall total of 1,713. Lee Brosius of Centerville, Va., lead at 1.891.
Liberty roll over Fever
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
Ann Wauters had a career-high 24 points and nine rebounds, leading the New York Liberty to a 67-53 victory over the Indiana Fever on Sunday.
Kansas City reaches terms with top draft pick
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
Linebacker Derrick Johnson, Kansas City’s first-round draft choice, agreed to a five-year contract Sunday.
Time running out on Chiefs’ potent offense
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
The years are beginning to catch up with and run out on Trent Green and his high-flying Kansas City offense.
Boggs, Sandberg enter Baseball Hall of Fame
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
Wade Boggs cried. Ryne Sandberg simply was Ryno — smooth as silk.
Former Firebird collects AAU title
Morningstar paces K.C. Pump ‘N’ Run to championship
By Gary Bedore
August 1, 2005
Kansas City Pump ‘N’ Run’s 17-under AAU basketball team capped a successful summer Sunday by winning the Price Chopper/K.C. Prep Invitational at Okun Fieldhouse in Shawnee.
Nonchalant champs
Raiders claim third straight state title, but ‘we’re not done’
By Jesse Newell
August 1, 2005
After second baseman Paul Metzler fielded the final ground ball and threw to first for the out, it was celebration time for the Lawrence Raiders.
Congress still not veto-proof on stem cells
By Libby Quaid - Associated Press Writer
August 1, 2005
Despite a boost from the majority leader, there is not enough Senate support now to override a threatened veto if Congress tries to ease restrictions on embryonic stem cell research, a key proponent said Sunday.
Educators may discuss performance pay system
Influx of state funds could open door for consideration of skills compensation plan
By Sophia Maines
August 1, 2005
What would happen if Lawrence teachers received more pay, if they learned new skills or used new teaching strategies?
Moose motors to Wiener Dog glory
J-W Staff Reports
August 1, 2005
Tonganoxie is now the home of a world champion wiener race dog.
Homeschool band seeks members
August 1, 2005
Encore Homeschool Band and Orchestra organizers are seeking students who would like to participate in band, orchestra and choir.
Position review leads to promotion
J-W Staff Reports
August 1, 2005
Alexa Posny has been promoted to the position of deputy commissioner for learning services at the Kansas State Department of Education.
Testimony causes twist in manslaughter case
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
One of four people who was charged in the 2003 death of a Fort Hays State University student wants to withdraw his no contest plea, saying testimony at the trial of another defendant exonerates him.
Child of good Samaritan offered scholarship
August 1, 2005
Ottawa University has promised the unborn child of a good Samaritan killed last month a full-ride scholarship.
Patrol seeks fuel deals
August 1, 2005
The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $2.08 at two stations: Presto Phillips 66, at Ninth and Louisiana, and Citgo, at Ninth and Iowa. If you find a lower price, call Pump Patrol at 832-7154.
Farm trade issues cause tension
By Sam Hananel - Associated Press Writer
August 1, 2005
A showdown is looming between the White House and Midwestern lawmakers who say new Bush administration rules are hurting the burgeoning farm trade with Cuba.
Girl, family adapt to summer struggles
Genetic disorder causes 6-year-old to overheat easily
By Alicia Henrikson
August 1, 2005
Hali Dingman, 6, struggled to coax a toad to hop into a bucket Wednesday afternoon outside her Baldwin home.
Group aims for free Net
Internet service will seek monthly donations
By Chad Lawhorn
August 1, 2005
Joshua Montgomery is trying to do his part to see that the information superhighway isn't a toll road.
Alleged Nazi persecutor to go on trial in Chicago
By Matt O’Connor - Chicago Tribune
August 1, 2005
Neighbors have kind words to say about Osyp Firishchak, a retired Chicago carpenter, but the U.S. Justice Department says he played a role in one of history’s darkest chapters.
N.D. hospital accommodates Indian tradition
Meditation room allows for burning of sage, sweetgrass; other faiths also use space
By James MacPherson - Associated Press Writer
August 1, 2005
Sherman Iron Shield used to sneak his son behind some elevators at St. Alexius Medical Center so he could burn sacred herbs to chase away evil spirits without setting off the hospital’s fire alarms and sprinklers.
Minnesota becomes last state to lower drunken driving limit
By Martiga Lohn - Associated Press Writer
August 1, 2005
It was only a broken headlight on a beat-up pickup truck, but it led Martin County Deputy Matthew Owens to turn around and stop it for a check.
Pirated Potter loses something in translation
Unauthorized versions appear three months before official release; one fan rewrote ending
By Alexa Olesen - Associated Press Writer
August 1, 2005
It’s missing some paragraphs and gets a couple of facts wrong, but the wizards of China’s thriving piracy industry have worked their magic again and produced a rush translation of the latest Harry Potter book.
Police departments aren’t sure how to enforce teen’s unusual sentence
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
Police departments in Johnson County aren’t sure how they’ll carry out an unusual sentence a judge imposed on a teenager convicted of intentionally vomiting on his teacher.
Missing teen’s mother returns from Aruba
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
After spending nearly two months in Aruba searching for clues and offering rewards, the mother of a missing teen has left the island and returned home to Birmingham.
Low-carb pioneer Atkins files for bankruptcy
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
Atkins Nutritionals Inc., the company that promoted low-carb eating into a national diet craze, filed for bankruptcy court protection Sunday, a company spokesman said.
Teenager who vanished from stadium found
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
A 13-year-old boy who disappeared from a men’s room in Yankee Stadium had run away and was found in Queens early Sunday, police said.
Study suggests global warming making hurricanes stronger
By Martin Merzer - Knight Ridder Newspapers
August 1, 2005
The accumulated power of Atlantic hurricanes has more than doubled in the past 30 years, with a particularly dramatic spike since 1995, and global warming likely is a major cause, according to a study to be published this week.
NASA assesses shuttle flaw
By Marcia Dunn - Associated Press Writer
August 1, 2005
A couple short strips of fabric dangling from Discovery’s belly may require an unprecedented repair by spacewalking astronauts, if engineers determine there’s even a possibility that the problem could endanger the shuttle during descent, NASA said Sunday.
Third time the charm for Bush to address Scouts
President offers sympathy for fallen leaders
By Deb Riechmann - Associated Press Writer
August 1, 2005
Succeeding on his third try to visit them, President Bush comforted thousands of Boy Scouts on Sunday at a national jamboree marred by the electrocutions of four leaders and stifling heat that sickened 300.
When Bacall met Bogart (and Peck, and Wayne)
By Kevin McDonough
August 1, 2005
Big-screen romances — real, fabricated and imagined — often have been problematical for Hollywood movies. This summer is certainly no exception: Everyone is officially sick of Brad and Angelina, Tom and Katie and the latest incarnation of Ben and Jennifer. It’s comforting to know that Hollywood publicists have been using the whiff of offscreen coupling to promote on-screen sizzle ever since the days of Mary Pickford.
Fresh faces
Spencer Museum shows off newest members of its collection
August 1, 2005
They may never share the same gallery again. But until Aug. 28, a group of wildly diverse works of art — from paintings to photographs, lithographs to DVDs — are on view in the Spencer Museum of Art’s South Balcony Gallery.
West Bank settlers outside barrier seek protection
By Ravi Nessman - Associated Press Writer
August 1, 2005
West Bank settlers whose communities lie outside Israel’s separation barrier are asking the government to buy their houses so they can move back to Israel.
Israeli settlers begin pullout from Gaza Strip
By Dion Nissenbaum - Knight Ridder Newspapers
August 1, 2005
Israel’s contentious pullout from the occupied Gaza Strip isn’t slated to officially begin for another two weeks, but a quiet exodus of settlers has already begun.
U.S. soldier named honorary sheik in recognition of efforts to help Iraqis
By Antonio Castaneda - Associated Press Writer
August 1, 2005
Sheik Horn floats around the room in white robe and headdress, exchanging pleasantries with dozens of village leaders.
Report: U.S. risks wasting billions on infrastructure
By Griff Witte - The Washington Post
August 1, 2005
The United States risks squandering billions of dollars if it does not adequately train Iraqis to run power plants, water treatment facilities and other projects built during the country’s reconstruction, according to a report released Sunday by government auditors.
Iraqis debate extension of constitution deadline
By Omar Fekeiki and Ellen Knickmeyer - The Washington Post
August 1, 2005
Shiite Arab, Kurdish and Sunni framers of Iraq’s new constitution struggled Sunday over whether to ask for more time for their work, facing a deadline in 15 days and with many fundamental questions still unresolved.
The week ahead
August 1, 2005
Questions for the nominee
By Walter Dellinger - Special to The Washington Post
August 1, 2005
What may senators expect to learn about Supreme Court nominees before voting on confirmation? And how can senators properly gain that knowledge? These are not easy questions.
Fear can spur terrible acts
By Leonard Pitts Jr.
August 1, 2005
Last week, fear killed Jean Charles de Menezes.
Wrong focus
August 1, 2005
To the editor: I read with interest about the Lawrence Police Department pulling people over for making illegal turns.
Breastfed is better
August 1, 2005
To the editor: Each year, Aug. 1-7 is proclaimed World Breastfeeding Week.
Spielberg television epic portrays Indians as naive, primitive
By Mary Annette Pember
August 1, 2005
Steven Spielberg’s latest television epic, “Into the West,” traveled some tired trails in its effort to tell the story of the occupation of the American West and the toll it took on native people.
Gov. Schwarzenegger’s star is fading
By David Broder
August 1, 2005
On July 11, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger scored his biggest victory of the year, signing a budget in which the Democratic-controlled Legislature gave him almost everything he wanted in his effort to cure this debt-plagued state government.
Youth steroids
There can be no room in high school, and now junior high, sports for substance-abusers.
J-W Editorials
August 1, 2005
Continually, it seems, we read and hear about the use and abuse of illegal substances by athletes. The Soviet Union and East Germany made a science of doping performers in past international competitions, such as the Olympics. Recently, we have been given increasing evidence of the use of material such as steroids by professional athletes, with more questions about whether records they have set while “juiced” should be allowed.
Horoscopes
By Jacqueline Bigar
August 1, 2005
For Monday, Aug. 1
Video: Combine Derby at the Coffey County Fair
By Bill Snead
August 1, 2005
Combines compete in a special demolition derby Saturday night at the Coffey County Fair.
Routine items top consent agenda
Agenda highlights • 6:35 p.m. Tuesday • City Hall, Sixth and Massachusetts streets • Sunflower Broadband Channel 25 • Meeting documents online at www.lawrenceks.org
August 1, 2005
City commissioners have no business to take care of on their regular agenda. Commissioners are scheduled to take care of several routine items as part of their consent agenda, including approval of a contract with Nowak Construction to relocate a waterline as part of a future project to rebuild Kasold Drive north of Peterson Road.
Lawrence datebook
August 1, 2005
Tampa Bay sweeps Kansas City
The Associated Press
August 1, 2005
Mark Hendrickson took a new mental approach into his latest start and wound up keeping his spot in Tampa Bay’s rotation.
Researchers try to preserve Indian languages
By Dave Ranney
August 1, 2005
Robert Rankin’s unintended quest to salvage a near-extinct language began with a watermelon feed, a faux pas and the Lord’s Prayer.
Guardsman felt ‘forgotten’ in Afghanistan
By Mike Belt
August 1, 2005
When Matt Fearing returned to Lawrence after spending a year on duty in Afghanistan for the Kansas Army National Guard, some people were confused about where he had been.
Old combines face crunch time
Coffey County Fair highlights 125th anniversary with twist on traditional demolition derby
By Bill Snead
August 1, 2005
It was a strange and noisy sight to behold.
Horses draw big crowd at Douglas County Fair
By Mike Belt
August 1, 2005
Sunday was a good day for Boss.
People in the news
August 1, 2005
• Al Gore’s Current TV makes its debut today • Ford sticks with program • Director encourages meditation for students • Singing Simon’s praises
Persistence pays off in job search
By Kate Wendleton & Dale Dauten
August 1, 2005
I’ve recently completed an Advanced Training Program provided by the Jobs Corps. I realize that I am underneath workers with experience, and underneath college graduates. I am looking for a good-paying job to get my foot in the door, and then immediately get into college. Is there any hope?
Mexican migration follows jobs farther north
By Erin Texeira - Associated Press Writer
August 1, 2005
Sunday morning in this small, Hudson Valley city: More than 1,000 parishioners, most from Mexico, pack Spanish-language Masses at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. Afterward, many families flock to El Azteca for its authentic tacos. If somebody needs a ride home, there are at least a dozen local taxi companies catering to newcomers born in the Mexican states of Puebla and Jalisco.
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