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Jubilee Cafe serves 100,000th meal
A free, hot breakfast
By Eric Weslander
December 5, 2006
A special order came up shortly after 7 a.m. Tuesday at the Jubilee Cafe, a program that serves a free, hot breakfast two mornings per week to anyone who needs it.
School lunch periods growing shorter
December 5, 2006
In tonight’s 6News and tomorrow’s Lawrence Journal-World, school lunch hour may be as short as 20 minutes long, local cafe that serves the less-fortunate reaches a milestone, and are Kansans getting thinner?
Chiefs’ Dec. 17 game moved to night slot
Associated Press
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C7
NBC has moved the Dec. 17 game in San Diego between the Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs to its 7:15 p.m. slot.
Garcia flying high
QB guides Philly to win over Carolina
Associated Press
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C7
Through tough times in Cleveland and Detroit, Jeff Garcia wondered if he’d ever be a significant contributor in the NFL again. A three-time Pro Bowl quarterback when he was guiding San Francisco to playoff berths, Garcia found out Monday night just how important he is to the Philadelphia Eagles - as important as Donovan McNabb.
Kansas basketball notebook
By Ryan Wood
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C5
Practices have been mediocre to sub-par at Kansas University this season, and Bill Self knows why.
Lodrick top Stewart
Trojan wins battle, Jayhawk wins war
By Ryan Greene
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C4
At 6:25 p.m. Monday night, the whole cute brother-vs.-brother storyline turned into straight business. That was the last time Kansas University junior guard Rodrick Stewart exchanged pleasantries with his twin brother, Southern Cal senior sharpshooter Lodrick Stewart, prior to Monday’s KU-USC game.
Wisconsin survives barrage
Winthrop’s Martin drains seven threes in OT loss
Associated Press
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C3
Winthrop put on a three-point shooting display unlike anything No. 11 Wisconsin had seen before. But it was the one the Eagles missed that allowed the Badgers to survive.
Short-handed Pepperdine downs CU
Associated Press
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C3
Pepperdine has faced more than its share of adversity this year under first-year coach Vance Walberg. Down to 10 available players, it didn’t matter Monday night to a team that broke its four-game losing streak with a 78-72 victory over Colorado.
Quinn restores Irish QB tradition
Coach doubts signal caller will win Heisman
By Tom Coyne - Associated Press Sports Writer
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C3
Notre Dame coach Charlie Weis thinks he knows who is going to win the Heisman. It isn’t Brady Quinn. “I think Troy Smith will win, and I don’t think it will be close,” Weis said.
Companies push workers to adopt healthy habits
By Ellen Simon - Associated Press Writer
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A1
Many companies are starting to sound like moms: They’re pushing employees to eat their vegetables and go outside and play. And they’re not being gentle about it. Outdoor clothing company L.L. Bean Inc. shuts down its manufacturing line three times a day for mandatory five-minute stretches, designed to prevent the most common injuries the workers suffer.
New House leader to seek campus fix
By Scott Rothschild
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A1
House Republicans on Monday elected as speaker conservative Melvin Neufeld, who said one of his top priorities will be addressing the issue of massive repairs at state universities.
City may call on new telephone system
Commissioners to consider streamlined 311 service
By Chad Lawhorn
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A1
Somehow City Hall leaders have written the second version of “Gone with the Wind.” It’s called the city’s phone directory. Look in any Lawrence phone book and you’ll find about 170 phone numbers for the city, listing everything from animal control to zoning. “There are times I don’t even know the right number to call with a question,” City Commissioner Boog Highberger said. “If I don’t know, I bet there are a lot of other people who don’t, either.”
Kansas political observers see uphill battle
By Scott Rothschild
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A1
Long shot. That was the term used by political observers Monday to describe U.S. Sen. Sam Brownback’s bid to become president of the United States. “It seems sitting here in Kansas in early December of ‘06 that it’s an awfully long stretch to think that that could happen,” Kansas Republican Party Chairman Tim Shallenburger said.
Brownback inches closer to ‘08 bid
By Sam Hananel - Associated Press Writer
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A1
After taking the first step toward a presidential bid Monday, Sen. Sam Brownback said he would start a 10-state tour with a traditional stop today in Iowa. Then he’s going to jail.
Drug charges filed after Last Call arrest
J-W Staff Reports
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B1
Lawrence Police arrested a Leavenworth man on suspicion of dealing Ecstasy after being called to a disturbance early Sunday at Last Call, 729 N.H.
Arrest made in fatal hit-and-run accident
J-W Staff Reports
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B1
A Lawrence man accused of striking and killing a Kansas University student in a hit-and-run wreck in September was arrested Monday afternoon.
Paternity debated in sperm donor case
By John Milburn - Associated Press Writer
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B1
A state law that gives sperm donors no parental rights unless there’s a written agreement between the man and woman is ambiguous and should be struck down, the attorney for a Shawnee County man told the Kansas Supreme Court on Monday.
Attention baby boomers: Volunteer center wants you
By Eric Weslander
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B1
On paper, Barbara Cook is retired from a career as a corporate trainer. But she’s still putting her professional skills to use for the eight hours per week she spends as a volunteer at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. In addition to her normal duties - cleaning rooms, helping staff, running errands for patients in the oncology wing - she recently helped write a training manual for the hospital’s volunteer escorts.
Hands-on exhibit lets students travel through human body
By Dave Toplikar
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B1
Holding a small plastic skull in his hand, Chris Schultz looked closely at the eye sockets. The kindergartner then lifted the top.
Planning partnership intact for now
County urges quick city approval of regulations
By Mike Belt
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B1
Douglas County commissioners on Monday dismissed concerns that they are ready to break a partnership with the city of Lawrence when it comes to development planning. During a meeting with Lawrence Mayor Mike Amyx, Commission Chairman Bob Johnson said ending that partnership was “clearly not in the best interest” of the city and county.
Toys for Tots drive offers free massages
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B2
Douglas County Toys for Tots is offering free massages, Rolfing and physical assessments in exchange for a toy donation today through Thursday at the Channels of Healing Wellness Center, 514 E. Ninth St.
Ottawa homes tour is scholarship benefit
J-W Staff Reports
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B2
A Christmas Homes Tour sponsored by the Ransom Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will be from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday.
Lawrence Datebook
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B2
On the record
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B2
Sebelius to lead Democratic governors
Associated Press
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A3
Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius will assume the chairmanship of the Democratic Governors Association next year as the party enjoys its first gubernatorial majority in 12 years, officials said Monday.
Supreme Court signals end of school integration
Associated Press
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A3
The Supreme Court justices, hearing arguments on school integration, signaled Monday they are likely to bar the use of race when assigning students to public schools. Such a ruling could deal a blow to potentially hundreds of school systems across the U.S. that use racial guidelines to maintain a semblance of classroom integration in cities whose neighborhoods are divided along racial lines.
Shiite leader in meeting with Bush: Iraq should solve Iraqi problems
By James Gerstenzang - Los Angeles Times
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A3
The leader of a key Shiite Muslim faction in the Iraqi government told President Bush on Monday that his country’s problems could not be solved by calling on his nation’s neighbors or other international players, as a blue-ribbon commission is about to recommend.
3 members of missing family found alive
Search continues for father
By Jeff Barnard - Associated Press Writer
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A3
Three members of a San Francisco family missing for more than a week were found alive Monday along a snowy, treacherous roadway in southwestern Oregon, police said. A search continued for the father.
Embattled Bolton resigns as U.N. ambassador
By Stevenson Swanson - Chicago Tribune
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A3
Ending weeks of speculation about the future of one of the Bush administration’s most polarizing figures, the White House said Monday that U.N. ambassador John Bolton will leave that post in the coming weeks.
Pancake breakfast includes Santa visit
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B3
Children can eat breakfast with Santa this weekend at the Lawrence Community Building, 115 W. 11th St.
City, county both hire new engineers
By Chad Lawhorn
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B3
Lawrence’s longtime city engineer Terese Gorman is leaving City Hall to take a similar position with Douglas County.
Sen. Clinton adds staff, continues outreach on likely White House run
By Beth Fouhy - Associated Press Writer
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A5
Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton has made several key staff hires for her likely presidential bid and in her outreach to New York Democrats convinced at least one she soon would become a candidate.
People in the news
Associated Press
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A2
¢ Bass, boyfriend split ¢ One arraignment delayed ¢ Beloved pet pig dies
New series stick to old formulas
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A2
Shows must be very good to have the word “bad” in the title. Otherwise critics just have it too easy. Unfortunately, “The Bad Girls Club” (9 p.m., Oxygen) is not good, interesting or original at all.
Blige big winner at Billboard Awards
By Kathleen Hennessey - Associated Press Writer
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A2
An R&B veteran and a young upstart won big Monday night at the 2006 Billboard Music Awards.
Rare stamp deemed bogus
By Diana Moskovitz - McClatchy Newspapers
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A7
It’s official: Any value of the World War I-era stamp used to mail in an absentee ballot packet is purely sentimental.
Presidential election results certified
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A6
Leftist economist Rafael Correa, who calls himself a friend of Venezuela’s anti-U.S. leader Hugo Chavez, officially was declared president-elect on Monday by Ecuador’s top electoral court.
Pinochet’s condition improving, doctor says
Associated Press
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A6
Former dictator Augusto Pinochet, whose health problems have long helped him escape trial for abuses committed during his 1973-90 rule, was recovering Monday from a heart attack, although doctors said his life is still in danger.
Former Russian premier released from hospital
Associated Press
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A6
Another intriguing sickness: Former Russian Prime Minister Yegor Gaidar left a hospital Monday following a mysterious illness. Gaidar’s illness raised suspicions of another poisoning.
British agents continue probe in ex-spy’s slaying
Associated Press
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A6
Scotland Yard investigators looking into the mysterious poisoning of former KGB spy Alexander Litvinenko took their probe Monday to the Russian capital, where Russian leaders pledged cooperation but expressed growing frustration with accusations of Kremlin involvement in Litvinenko’s death.
Shiite leaders urge victim’s family not to seek revenge
By Scheherezade Faramarzi - Associated Press Writer
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A6
Troops in armored cars deployed to Sunni Muslim neighborhoods in the capital Monday after the shooting death of a young Shiite man, but that failed to prevent renewed friction. Shiite leaders urged the victim’s family to avoid revenge, fearing sectarian violence that could detonate Lebanon’s political crisis.
4 U.S. Marines die in helicopter crash
By Kim Gamel - Associated Press Writer
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A6
Four U.S. Marines died when a Sea Knight helicopter plunged into a lake in volatile Anbar province, the military said Monday, raising to 13 the number of American troops killed during a bloody weekend in Iraq.
Countdown for shuttle launch begins after minor tweaks
By Mike Schneider - Associated Press Writer
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A4
NASA and its Russian counterpart worked on two minor problems Monday before starting the countdown clock for Thursday night’s launch of space shuttle Discovery on a mission to rewire the international space station.
Former Trego County sheriff accused of molestation claims incompetence
Associated Press
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B4
A former Trego County Sheriff accused of molesting his adopted daughter claimed Monday he was mentally incompetent to face sentencing.
Six-year-old seeks Big Brother for trips to park, pet store
J-W Staff Reports
December 5, 2006 in print edition on D2
Malcolm is a very active 6-year-old who is waiting for a Big Brother through the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Douglas County program.
Curbing eBay addiction requires setting budget, buying practically
Double Take
By Dr. Wes Crenshaw & John Murray
December 5, 2006 in print edition on D1
Advice for teens & parents from Dr. Wes Crenshaw & John Murray.
Homemade for the holidays
McClatchy Tribune News Services
December 5, 2006 in print edition on D1
Here are 10 fabulous presents - including elegant jewelry, quick and easy fudge, and a special treat for Fido - that little elves can create and personalize for family and friends.
Agent wins award, sets trip for staff
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C8
For the sixth consecutive year, American Family Insurance agent Ron King, Lawrence, has fully qualified for the company’s Line Leaders trip to the Caribbean island of St. Kitts.
Travel writers return from Chile
J-W Staff Reports
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C8
Freelance writers Susan Kraus and Beth Reiber, Lawrence, recently returned from the national convention of the Society of American Travel Writers, conducted in Santiago, Chile.
Encyclopedia teams professor, attorney
J-W Staff Reports
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C8
A Kansas University professor and a Lawrence attorney have collaborated on a new two-volume book that examines the issue of privacy in the United States through current and historical perspectives.
Commodities
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C8
Don’t miss this book on college savings
By Michelle Singletary
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C8
Thankfully, securities regulators have been examining more closely the sales of 529 plans, an increasingly popular way for families to save for college. But even as those overseers are doing their part to ensure 529 plans are properly sold, we investors still bear most of the burden of finding independent research on one of the best ways to save for college.
Eudora golf center for sale
Complex to reopen this spring, owner says
By Mark Fagan
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C8
For once, Jeff Burey isn’t shooting for red numbers. The PGA golf professional is offering his Twin Oaks Golf Complex in Eudora for sale at $720,000, and he isn’t about to accept a price cut on a place that’s been closed for more than a season and barely has broke even during its other 15 years of operation.
Businessman aims to end negative state stereotypes
By Holbrook Mohr - Associated Press Writer
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A8
For Mississippian Rick Looser, the last straw came on an airline flight a couple of years ago when a 12-year-old Connecticut boy sitting next to him asked: “Do you still see the KKK on the streets every day?”
Shallenburger to step down as Republican Party chairman
By Scott Rothschild
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B8
Kansas Republican Party Chairman Tim Shallenburger said Monday he will not lead the party next year.
Energy options
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B6
Mercury hazards
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B6
Sponsorship signs
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B6
Generous county
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B6
Old Home Town - 100 years ago
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B6
Republican rift
It’s unfortunate Republicans in the Kansas House passed over Rep. Kenny Wilk for the speaker’s job.
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B6
Monday’s leadership elections in the Kansas House seem to point to a continuation of the rift between conservative and moderate Republicans in the Legislature. Rep. Melvin Neufeld of Ingalls, one of the House’s most conservative members, beat Kenny Wilk of Lansing and Mike O’Neal of Hutchinson to take over the speaker’s job. He replaces Doug Mays, who didn’t seek re-election this year.
The essential Christmas C’s
By Garrison Keillor
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B7
A child is singing in the next room, calling on the faithful to come and be joyful and triumphant, as she watches a light-up snowman whose hands and feet and eyes turn green and blue and red and purple. A Santa perches on the mantel over the fireplace and two manger scenes cohabit the side table, a standard King James one and an American Indian one in which the Holy Family is gathered in front of a tepee and one of the Magi looks like Sitting Bull. There is talk of a Christmas tree.
Horoscopes
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B5
No offense, no problem
KU struggles scoring, but stifles USC
By Gary Bedore
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C1
Brandon Rush’s shooting touch, at least for the time being, has completely abandoned him. “They fell short, were going long, off the backboard : every way you can miss, I did,” Rush said, critiquing himself after missing 11 of 14 shots, but still finding a way to score 13 points in the Jayhawks’ 72-62 victory over Southern California on Monday night in Allen Fieldhouse.
Victory over Chiefs rejuvenates Pound
By Tom Withers - Associated Press Sports Writer
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C7
The second Phil Dawson’s game-winning field goal split the uprights in overtime, a few of the Cleveland Browns sprinted to the far end of the field and renewed a local custom.
Stewart scores 23 to lead USC
By Ryan Wood
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C5
Southern California senior Lodrick Stewart can’t consider himself the winner of Monday’s sibling rivalry - even though his stats were much more appealing than twin brother Rodrick.
Commentary: It’s no secret BCS is one twisted mess
A playoff, and nothing resembling a poll, is the only sensible answer for college football
By Terry Pluto - Akron Beacon Journal
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C2
At least we all know Ohio State is absolutely, positively, definitely, without doubt or question the No. 1 team in country. Right? Harris Poll voter Jim Walden voted Florida as the No. 1 team in the country.
Voters defend Gator jump
Poll result sets up Florida-Ohio State matchup in national title game
By Richard Rosenblatt - Associated Press Sports Writer
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C1
Avoid a rematch. Stronger schedule. Conference champion. Those were the main reasons cited Monday by many poll voters for jumping Florida over Michigan on their final ballots, setting up a Gators-Buckeyes matchup in the BCS national title game Jan. 8.
Keegan: KU finds ugly way to win
By Tom Keegan
December 5, 2006 in print edition on C1
Crack open a Baseball Encyclopedia, find a list of 20-game winners, and you’ll see the names of some short ones, some tall ones, some fat ones, some skinny ones, some left-handers, some right-handers, some level-headed guys, some nut jobs. For all their differences, they had one thing in common: They all knew how to figure out a way to win on nights they didn’t have their best stuff.
Iowa City Police arrest Lawrence man
J-W Staff Reports
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B2
A Lawrence man struck three pedestrians while driving in Iowa City, according to an Iowa City Police Report.
Brazil creates 7 protected areas in eastern Amazon rain forest
By Peter Muello - Associated Press Writer
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A6
A swath of Amazon rain forest the size of Alabama was placed under government protection Monday in a region infamous for violent conflicts among loggers, ranchers and environmentalists.
Fiji PM: Coup under way
By Ray Lilley - Associated Press Writer
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A6
Fiji’s elected leader said today a military takeover was under way in the South Pacific country as armed troops surrounded his house and other government buildings in a lockdown of the capital.
Return to moon will feature permanent outpost by 2024
By John Johnson Jr. - Los Angeles Times
December 5, 2006 in print edition on A4
An international team of astronauts will be living and working at a permanent moon base to be built at one of the resource-rich lunar poles within two decades, NASA announced Monday.
School board considers $10M in maintenance projects
By Dave Toplikar
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B4
They haven’t picked all the projects yet. But Lawrence school board members reached a rough consensus Monday evening on a spending lid for capital projects they will finance with a relatively new method - no more than $564,000 a year.
Any measure of success elusive in Iraq
By George Will
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B6
James Baker almost smiled. When the poker-faced co-chairman of the Iraq Study Group heard a commentator, who had been invited to advise the group, say that America’s aim must be “victory,” Baker’s stony visage betrayed the bitter amusement that the word “victory” now occasions. Not even the word “success” seems elastic enough to cover any attainable outcome. Remember the “demonstration effect” that Iraq’s self-governance was to have in transforming the region? Although America’s vice president calls Iraq “a fellow democracy,” it lacks a government whose writ runs beyond Baghdad’s Green Zone.
Democrats overlook Edwards
By Peter Brown
December 5, 2006 in print edition on B7
Lost amid the hype about Barack Obama’s presidential prospects, and the conventional wisdom that the Democrats’ 2008 nomination is Hillary Clinton’s for the asking, John Edwards has been overlooked.
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