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Bill Self speaks with the media following his team's second narrow road escape this season - a 71-66 decision at Georgia Tech
Mario Chalmers talks about what KU has learned from its close calls on the road this year
Russell Robinson talks about his 17-point performance and his teammates picking him up at the end
Russell Robinson talks about the defensive philosophy up three with less than 10 seconds to go
Sherron Collins talks about his final score of the game developed

Births

Matt and Pam Schrager, Lawrence, a girl.

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Loni Hosking, Lawrence designer and owner of Ecoboutiquo, is shown with apparel at her store, 13 E. Eighth St. Clothing made from organic plants or recycled goods are hot right now in the fashion world

Loni Hosking designed this skirt from recycled cotton

A purse made of recycled silks from Nepal

This vest is made of hemp by Wichita designer Debby Moore

Quail Run sixth-grader Rianon Wallace-Demby sports reindeer antlers as she performs Tuesday with the school's orchestra for family, friends and those gathered at Lawrence Senior Center, 745 Vt. Both the school band and orchestra played sets

Bob Nelson, 85, considered by some Kansas University coaches and players one of the best-ever KU fans, is finally getting his degree from the university. Today he will celebrate with friends, coaches and players

KU basketball coach Bill Self sent Nelson a card recently, writing, "Bob, you are the all-time #1 Jayhawk!" Nelson proudly displays the card with other Jayhawk memorabilia

Kansas' Brandon Rush attempts a driving left-handed layup against Georgia Tech on Tuesday in Atlanta, Ga. Rush finished with 11 points

Kansas' Sherron Collins steals the ball from Georgia Tech with seconds left in the game at the Alexander Memorial Coliseum on Tuesday in Atlanta, Ga

Kansas' Darrell Arthur bumps chests with his teammates as they flood mid-court after holding off the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on Tuesday at the Alexander Memorial Coliseum in Atlanta, Ga

After stealing the ball with only seconds left in the game, Kansas' Sherron Collins lays in two against Georgia Tech's Matt Causey on Tuesday at the Alexander Memorial Coliseum in Atlanta, Ga

Kansas Head Coach Bill Self shows his disgust at a call by the officials on Tuesday in Atlanta, Ga

Kansas' Russell Robinson steals the ball from Georgia Tech's Matt Causey on Tuesday in Atlanta, Ga

Georgia Tech's Matt Causey frantically looks for an open teammate while guarded by Kansas Russell Robinson on Tuesday in Atlanta, Ga

Georgia Tech Head Coach Paul Hewitt and his Yellow Jackets came up a little short against Kansas on Tuesday in Atlanta, Ga

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6:00 a.m.

Final course: By Terry Rombeck; December 17, 2007 in print edition on 1C; This is how much the preschoolers at Head Start love Mr. Phil. It used to be, every time he walked into a classroom to deliver food, the students all wanted to get up and give him a hug. This created a logistical nightmare for teachers trying to do their daily lessons. So instead, the teachers started having the kids “throw” a group hug to Mr. Phil. He shimmies with a big smile to let them know he did, in fact, receive their hugs.

9:00 a.m.

Booth’s stint over as KU basketball announcer: By Mark Fagan; December 18, 2007 in print edition on 1A; Hank Booth’s four-year career as public-address announcer at Kansas University men’s basketball games is over. Booth - a one-time radio station owner, longtime radio executive and ongoing on-air personality - learned last week that his services no longer would be needed near center court at Allen Fieldhouse.

1:00 p.m.

Victim, attorney ask that former teacher be spared prison: By George Diepenbrock; December 18, 2007 in print edition on 1A; The victim in the case of a former Lawrence teacher convicted of a sex crime said Monday the teacher should not go to prison. “It was agreed by both of us. Nothing was forced,” the 16-year-old boy said about the relationship.

Video: Former teacher apologizes for sex scandal

4:00 p.m.

City mulls service cuts to T: By Chad Lawhorn; December 18, 2007 in print edition on 1A; Major service cuts to the T, the city’s public transportation system, once again are building steam. City staff members are conceding that service cuts of 30 percent to 50 percent may be needed in 2009 and beyond to keep the T financially viable during tight budget times.

5:35 p.m.

Collins’ late steal-and-score seals a 71-66 KU win over Georgia Tech: By Ryan Greene; 5:20 p.m., December 18, 2007 Updated 8:19 p.m.; ATLANTA - Georgia Tech had one last chance, but Sherron Collins made his biggest play since coming back from foot surgery two games ago against DePaul. He stole a loose ball at midcourt and finished the game off with an open court layup, sealing a 71-66 KU win, making the No. 3 Jayhawks 11-0 on the season. Collins was just four-of-12 from the field, but was one of four Jayhawks to score in double figures, finishing with 11, including two crucial free throws with :08.2 to go in the game and KU up by one. Russell Robinson was clutch for most of the night at the line, finishing with 17 points and four assists. Brandon Rush and Mario Chalmers scored 11 points apiece for KU, who will return to action Saturday in Allen Fieldhouse against Miami (Ohio).

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6News video: Commissioners commit to repairing intersection: December 18, 2007; Lawrence city commissioners indicated a commitment to repairing a North Lawrence intersection next year.
6Sports video: Tonganoxie tackles Wildcats: December 18, 2007; The Chieftains hit the hardwood against Desoto on Tuesday night.
6News video: Attorney requests withdrawal from case: December 18, 2007; An attorney representing a woman charged with fleeing police following a fatal hit-and-run filed a motion to withdraw from the case on Tuesday.
6News video: Post office sees holiday rush: By Lindsey Slater; December 18, 2007; This time of year can always be described as hustling and bustling, but one place in downtown Lawrence really embodies that spirit.
6News video: Man sentenced for threatening schools: December 18, 2007; A Lawrence man convicted of making threats to blow up a school will serve more than seven years in federal prison.
6News video: Light Up Lawrence: December 18, 2007; We continue our annual Light Up Lawrence competition tonight with a look at the home of Richard and Amy Wendt at 221 Fall Creek Rd.
6Sports video: KU defeats Georgia Tech in second road win: December 18, 2007; Just over two weeks ago KU remained perfect after their first road trip to sunny southern California. Tonight, the Jayhawks looked for a repeat performance against Georgia Tech.
6News video: Larryville holiday legend lives on: By Janet Reid; December 18, 2007; You might call them “Santa’s little helpers.” Two Lawrence men have volunteered to deliver presents to those in need this holiday season.
6News video: Deciphera legal battle continues: December 18, 2007; The ongoing legal battle continued today over a closed-door deal designed to provide incentives to keep a start-up company in Lawrence.
6News video: Maley pleads guilty: December 18, 2007; A rural Douglas County man pled guilty to a charge that he set fire to a home following a standoff last month with authorities.
6News video: City expands boundaries: December 18, 2007; The city of Lawrence is about to make a years worth of expansion official.
6Sports video: LHS, Free State prepare for battle: December 18, 2007; There are less than 48 hours to go before Lawrence High and Free State take the basketball court against each other.
6Sports video: Lady Chieftains take on Desoto: December 18, 2007; The Tonganoxie girls’ basketball team took on the Desoto Wildcats Tuesday night.
Extra Minutes: Kansas 71, Georgia Tech 66: By Ryan Greene; December 18, 2007; Tying up loose ends from KU’s second road win in two tries this year. The Jayhawks let a 13-point lead slip in the second half, but Sherron Collins’ late free throws and open court layup helped seal the win and made the No. 3 Jayhawks 11-0 on the season.
Collins’ late steal-and-score seals a 71-66 KU win over Georgia Tech: By Ryan Greene; 05:20 p.m., December 18, 2007 Updated 08:19 p.m.; ATLANTA - Georgia Tech had one last chance, but Sherron Collins made his biggest play since coming back from foot surgery two games ago against DePaul. He stole a loose ball at midcourt and finished the game off with an open court layup, sealing a 71-66 KU win, making the No. 3 Jayhawks 11-0 on the season. Collins was just four-of-12 from the field, but was one of four Jayhawks to score in double figures, finishing with 11, including two crucial free throws with :08.2 to go in the game and KU up by one. Russell Robinson was clutch for most of the night at the line, finishing with 17 points and four assists. Brandon Rush and Mario Chalmers scored 11 points apiece for KU, who will return to action Saturday in Allen Fieldhouse against Miami (Ohio).
Group seeks investigation of 2 elected officials in Deciphera deal: Questions arise about conflict of interest; By Chad Lawhorn; 04:56 p.m., December 18, 2007 Updated 06:00 p.m.; A local citizens group is asking the Douglas County District Attorney to investigate County Commissioner Bob Johnson and Mayor Sue Hack for violation of the state’s conflict of interest laws.
6News Now: Maley pleads guilty to setting home on fire: December 18, 2007; In tonight’s 6News and tomorrow’s Lawrence Journal-World, a rural Douglas County man pleads guilty to a charge that he set fire to his home following a standoff with police, and the man who phoned in a bomb threat to Lawrence schools in April is sentenced today.
Man sentenced to federal prison for threatening schools: 911 calls came three days after Virginia Tech massacre; By Mike Belt; December 18, 2007; A Lawrence man was sentenced this morning to 85 months in federal prison on two counts of using a cell phone in making threats to blow up a school building.
Baldwin police make arrest in child solicitation case: By Jeff Myrick; December 18, 2007; A 45-year-old Missouri man was charged Monday in Douglas County District Court with enticement of a child, following an investigation by Baldwin City police.
KU Hospital, Medical Center reach agreement: Negotiations stretched over 18 months; By Jonathan Kealing; December 18, 2007; It seems there should have been champagne. Nearly 18 months after launching negotiations over a new affiliation between Kansas University Medical Center and KU Hospital, the two parties finally have reached an agreement that everyone can live with.
Man pleads guilty to arson: Rural Douglas County property burned last month after standoff; By George Diepenbrock; December 18, 2007; A Douglas County man pleaded guilty to one arson charge this morning and agreed to seek mental health treatment in connection with a 10-hour standoff with law enforcement last month.
Victim, attorney ask that former teacher be spared prison: By George Diepenbrock; December 18, 2007 in print edition on A1; The victim in the case of a former Lawrence teacher convicted of a sex crime said Monday the teacher should not go to prison. “It was agreed by both of us. Nothing was forced,” the 16-year-old boy said about the relationship.
House approves $516 billion domestic spending bill: By Richard Simon - The Los Angeles Times; December 18, 2007 in print edition on A2; Seeking to end a months-long standoff with President Bush, the House on Monday night approved an omnibus $516 billion spending bill that hews closely to the White House’s budget limits but shifts billions of dollars to the Democratic majority’s priorities.
KDHE leader touts prevention: Businesses urged to offer incentives to boost health; By Mark Fagan; December 18, 2007 in print edition on B9; Kansas businesses can save big money on their health-insurance costs by spending a little money up front, the state’s top health official says. All for as little as $150 per employee. “That’s the breaking point,” said Rod Bremby, Kansas secretary for health and environment.
Celebrity, political heavyweights collide: By Kevin McDonough; December 18, 2007 in print edition on B8; Washington luminaries join network stars for “A Holiday Celebration at Ford’s Theatre” (9 p.m., ABC). The president and first lady will be in the audience, as well as congressional leaders from both parties.
County may delay ‘08 hires: Revenues down $500,000 from projections; By Mike Belt; December 18, 2007 in print edition on A5; Douglas County government is holding off on filling employee vacancies, and new hires planned for 2008 might be delayed. Combined revenues from sales and mortgage taxes are down from projections made earlier this year by about $500,000, County Administrator Craig Weinaug told county commissioners Monday.
Old Home Town - 40 years ago: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A9; A California man, armed with dynamite and a revolver, surrendered to FBI agents and local lawmen after threatening to blow up himself and a house at 835 Ala. He had been sought for attempted burglary. there were no injuries in the local incident.
Affiliation deal could be finished today: By Jonathan Kealing; December 18, 2007 in print edition on A1; More than a year of negotiations and recriminations centering on a new master affiliation between Kansas University Hospital and KU Medical Center likely will end today. At least everyone hopes so.
Booth’s stint over as KU basketball announcer: By Mark Fagan; December 18, 2007 in print edition on A1; Hank Booth’s four-year career as public-address announcer at Kansas University men’s basketball games is over. Booth - a one-time radio station owner, longtime radio executive and ongoing on-air personality - learned last week that his services no longer would be needed near center court at Allen Fieldhouse.
Bowl ticket allotment sold out: Seats still available through other avenues; By Ryan Wood; December 18, 2007 in print edition on B1; The procrastinators are going to have to find another way now. Kansas University sold out its allotment of Orange Bowl tickets Monday, meaning the quadrant of Dolphin Stadium reserved for KU fans should be full Jan. 3 when Kansas plays Virginia Tech.
Business park granted rezoning request: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A5; A plan for a business park at the northwestern edge of town passed its first hurdle Monday. Lawrence-Douglas County Planning Commission approved a proposal for the rezoning needed to create an industrial park along the Kansas Turnpike near the Lecompton interchange. The plan ultimately will require approval from Douglas County Commission.
Canned food accepted as bus fare Thursday: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A3; Lawrence Transit System will accept a special bus fare Thursday - canned goods.
Princeton student admits fake threats: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A7; A Princeton University student who argued that his conservative views were not accepted on the campus confessed to fabricating an assault and sending threatening e-mail messages to himself and some friends who shared his views, authorities said Monday.
Kids learn proper way to wash: By Sophia Maines; December 18, 2007 in print edition on A3; It seems so simple, but even hand washing takes practice, a group of Deerfield School students learned Monday. “I learned that I need to wash my hands harder than I really do,” 10-year-old Michael Turner said.
State first in 42 years to ban death penalty: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A2; Gov. Jon S. Corzine signed into law Monday a measure that abolishes the death penalty, making New Jersey the first state in more than four decades to reject capital punishment. The bill, approved last week by the state’s Assembly and Senate, replaces the death sentence with life in prison without parole.
Renovations to force diplomats to move: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A2; U.N. Secretary General Ban Ki-moon and other staffers will have to shift their offices to the lawn in front of the organization’s hulking headquarters while workers renovate and clean up the 55-year-old landmark building, the director of the project said Monday.
Inmates tunnel out of high security unit: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A2; Two jail inmates used photos of bikini-clad women to hide holes they used to escape and left behind a thank-you note, signed with a smiley face, for a guard they claimed helped them, officials said Monday.
Biggs high on list to replace Morrison: By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer; December 18, 2007 in print edition on A5; Democrats frequently name Securities Commissioner Chris Biggs as a potential replacement for Attorney General Paul Morrison, who is leaving office because of a sex scandal. Biggs is most often mentioned for appointment by Gov. Kathleen Sebelius because he is a former Geary County prosecutor who almost won the attorney general’s race in 2002. But at least 11 people have been considered potential candidates to succeed Morrison, who plans to step down Jan. 31.
Putin will accept prime minister post: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A2; Vladimir Putin assured his political party Monday that Russia’s age of Putin is far from over, pledging to accept an offer of the prime minister’s post when he leaves the presidency next year.
Internet connects givers with needy: By Erin Castaneda; December 18, 2007 in print edition on A3; The Internet is bringing the Lawrence community closer together this holiday season to serve the hundreds of families who need assistance. Larryville.com, an online community, and Facebook.com, a social networking site, are serving as avenues for groups of people to connect and help strangers.
Robinson picked KU over Tech: By Gary Bedore; December 18, 2007 in print edition on B4; Mark Price, Stephon Marbury, Jarrett Jack, Travis Best, Kenny Anderson … and Russell Robinson? If Georgia Tech coach Paul Hewitt had his way, Robinson, Kansas University’s senior point guard out of New York’s Rice High School, would have joined those above mentioned greats who starred at Tech - a school known in basketball circles as “Point Guard U.”
Audit alleges wrongdoing by professors: By Scott Rothschild; December 18, 2007 in print edition on A8; Two Kansas University Medical Center professors were accused Monday of improper spending in connection with a cancer research project. The professors used their positions as lead investigators to spend $14,700 on hormone pellets for research from a company they privately owned, according to a state audit. The pellets were implanted in laboratory mice to study the effects.
Commissioner resigns from planning board: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A3; Lawrence-Douglas County Planning Commissioner Joe Harkins is resigning from his position on the planning board.
Landowners petition for extension of road that would dead end: By Mike Belt; December 18, 2007 in print edition on A5; A Missouri family purchased land in rural Douglas County hoping they would eventually build a new home there. But living on the property 5 miles northwest of Lawrence depends on the county’s willingness to allow east 700 Road to be extended north of North 1750 Road. A portion of the road was vacated by the county in the 1980s. If extended, the road would come to a dead end on the north because of the Kansas Turnpike.
Nuclear fuel delivered to Iran: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A7; Russia began shipping nuclear fuel on Monday to an atomic power plant being built in Iran, a move that both Moscow and Washington say should persuade Tehran to cease a uranium enrichment program that could produce a nuclear weapon.
UN Human Rights Council is a joke: By Andres Oppenheimer; December 18, 2007 in print edition on A9; There wasn’t much to celebrate on International Human Rights Day last week. There is growing evidence that a recently created U.N. Human Rights Council that many hoped would step up international scrutiny of rights abusers worldwide has turned out to be a fiasco.
‘Death Star Galaxy’ blasts neighboring star cluster: Associated Press; December 18, 2007 in print edition on A7; The latest act of senseless violence caught on tape is cosmic in scope: A black hole in a “death star galaxy” blasting a neighboring galaxy with a deadly jet of radiation and energy. A fleet of space and ground telescopes have captured images of this cosmic violence, which people have never witnessed before, according to a new study released Monday by NASA.
Millionaires guilty in ‘slavery’ case: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A7; A jury on Monday convicted a millionaire couple of enslaving two Indonesian women they brought to their mansion to work as housekeepers. Mahender Murlidhar Sabhnani, 51, and his wife, Varsha Mahender Sabhnani, 45, were each convicted of all charges in a 12-count federal indictment that included forced labor, conspiracy, involuntary servitude, and harboring aliens.
Outages continue across Plains: Associated Press; December 18, 2007 in print edition on A7; More than 90,000 homes and businesses remained without power Monday, more than a week after an ice storm battered Oklahoma, and the emergency has outlasted the ability of many residents to pay for it. Some depleted their funds stocking up on food before the storm that went bad after the power went out, while others used money to stay in a hotel, thinking power would be restored within a day or two.
Three teams slip into poll: By Jim O'Connell - Associated Press Basketball Writer; December 18, 2007 in print edition on B5; Lots of final exams, little change in the Associated Press’ Top 25 on Monday. With North Carolina No. 1 for the seventh consecutive week, the top 15 teams in the poll held their spots from last week. However, there was movement near the bottom of the rankings with three teams moving in, two for the first time this season.
Scam artists prey on troubled borrowers: By Michelle Singletary; December 18, 2007 in print edition on B9; Freddie Mac is hoping YouTube can help prevent troubled borrowers from losing their homes, or at least preserve their equity. The company, one of the nation’s largest investors in residential mortgages, has produced a video that is posted on the popular Internet site at www.youtube.com/avoidfraud. The company said it wanted to try a different way to reach homeowners.
Commodities: December 18, 2007 in print edition on B9; As of Monday’s close on the Chicago Board of Trade, wheat for March delivery fell 13.5 cents to $9.66, after hitting a record $10.095; March corn rose 0.5 cent to $4.3875; March oats rose 1.5 cents to $2.9925; January soybeans fell 0.25 cent to $11.5675.
Make pastry with panache: McClatchy Newspapers; December 18, 2007 in print edition on C1; If you’re pulling out your oft-neglected rolling pin for a bout of holiday baking, you might benefit from a few tips from Bob Hartwig, pastry chef of the French Pastry School in Chicago.
City mulls service cuts to T: Tight budget might call for reduction up to 50 percent; By Chad Lawhorn; December 18, 2007 in print edition on A1; Major service cuts to the T, the city’s public transportation system, once again are building steam. City staff members are conceding that service cuts of 30 percent to 50 percent may be needed in 2009 and beyond to keep the T financially viable during tight budget times.
Thoughtful gifts can strengthen family ties: By Dr. Wes Crenshaw & Julia Davidson; December 18, 2007 in print edition on C1; This week we’ll suggest a few twists on holiday gift ideas. I’ll begin with a list of ideas for teens on what to get their parents. Because Christmas is not about cash, I’ve included ideas for any budget. These are light-hearted but practical gifts, in keeping with the spirit of a happy family holiday.
Creative gift wrap: December 18, 2007 in print edition on C1; Buying gift wrap and accessories to dress up your holiday gifts can put a dent in your Christmas budget. Here are some ideas from Scripps Howard News Service on some fun and inexpensive ways to wrap those presents.
New Year’s resolutions focus on the home: By James and Morris Carey - For the Associated Press; December 18, 2007 in print edition on C2; Unlike traditional New Year’s resolutions that are typically started cold turkey on Jan. 1, the following goals for your home can consist of a doable list that you will work to accomplish throughout the year. They consist of five general tasks - in order of importance - that we believe apply to most homes and that you should consider before starting your dream bath or gourmet kitchen.
Corn boom may worsen ‘dead zone’ in Gulf waters: By Henry C. Jackson - Associated Press Writer; December 18, 2007 in print edition on B9; Because of rising demand for ethanol, American farmers are growing more corn than at any time since World War II. And sea life in the Gulf of Mexico is paying the price.
Combined effort: Additional coordination between the city and university bus systems is a positive step.; J-W Editorials; December 18, 2007 in print edition on A9; A plan to seek joint proposals from prospective operators is another positive step toward combining the city and Kansas University public transit systems.
City Showdown tickets available today-Thursday: December 18, 2007 in print edition on B3; Because of the expected interest in Thursday’s city showdown, Lawrence High will be selling tickets to the game in advance from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. today through Thursday in the Finance Office.
Dark beauty: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A9; To the editor: When was the last time you saw the Milky Way? Perhaps it is time for the city of Lawrence to adopt lighting guidelines recommended by the International Dark-Sky Association, an organization whose mission is to preserve the natural beauty of our nighttime skies through appropriate use of outdoor lighting.
Proud Kansans: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A9; To the editor: As our family gathered at my daughter’s home in North Carolina for Thanksgiving, I was taken by the stories of our adult children. It was a delight to see my daughter again and hear her tales of working as a doctor in an African clinic, while our son told us about his life in New York City.
Health priorities: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A9; To the editor: A letter to the editor on Dec. 12 reported that the American College of Physicians supports the universal health care. Major corporations - auto industry, for example - complain that costs of health coverage place them at a cost disadvantage with manufacturers in Japan and other countries.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A9; From the Lawrence Daily World for Dec. 18, 1907: “William Howard Taft seems due to get opposition from labor unions in his bid for the presidency due to previous rulings against unions when he was a judge. : Most of Kansas went to sleep last night under a blanket of snow, according to the Topeka weather bureau.
Duke sharp in return: Associated Press; December 18, 2007 in print edition on B5; DeMarcus Nelson scored 23 points, and No. 6 Duke returned from a nine-day break for final exams with a 111-70 victory over Albany on Monday night. Reserve Jon Scheyer added 18 points for the Blue Devils, who shot 60 percent and had five players score in double figures. They hit 15 of 26 three-pointers.
Donors’ conference exceeds goal for funding Palestinians: By Geraldine Baum - The Los Angeles Times; December 18, 2007 in print edition on A7; Representatives from around the world collectively endorsed the latest U.S.-backed Middle East peace initiative Monday, pledging to support the crippled Palestinian economy at a crucial moment when its moderate leaders are engaged in peace talks with Israel.
Horoscopes: December 18, 2007 in print edition on B8; Investigate possibilities this year. Involve your innate talents, eyeing ways to enhance your financial status. You could reach an 11-year peak with funds. Build your savings account or investments. If you are single, others see how much you have to offer and want you. If you are attached, your relationship revolves around new potential and possibilities.
Store to reopen 2 weeks after rampage: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A2; The department store where a teen gunman went on a rampage will reopen Thursday, about two weeks after the shootings, company officials said.
South wins city wrestling title: J-W Staff Reports; December 18, 2007 in print edition on B3; The South Junior High wrestling team won the city championship Dec. 10 at Central Junior High. It was the third straight title for the Cougars and 26th in the school’s history. “It was ultra-exciting,” South coach Randy Streeter said. “We had a lot of guys step up when we needed them.”
Florida St. deal expensive: December 18, 2007 in print edition on B2; Florida State must pay offensive coordinator Jimbo Fisher $2.5 million if he isn’t hired to replace Bobby Bowden as head coach in three years, but Fisher would have to pay an equal amount to leave before then.
K-State cruises: Associated Press; December 18, 2007 in print edition on B4; Michael Beasley had 24 points and 10 rebounds, and Kansas State made 21 free throws in the first half to overpower Florida A&M for an easy 87-60 victory Monday night.
Memorable night: Green sank FSHS last year; By Matt Tait; December 18, 2007 in print edition on B1; For most athletes, a short memory is a good thing to have. Suffer an off night shooting the ball and forget about it a few hours later. Serve up the game-winning home run in the ninth inning and climb right back onto the hill the next day. But Lawrence High junior Dorian Green is happy with his memory just the way it is.
Developing rivalry?: Jayhawks, Yellow Jackets played a pair of classics; By Gary Bedore; December 18, 2007 in print edition on B1; It’s not Kansas-Missouri, Kansas-Kansas State or for that matter Kansas-Kentucky. But KU-Georgia Tech - thanks to a pair of classic overtime contests in 2004 and ‘05 - has the word “rivalry” written all over it. Yes, there could be a budding “rivalry” blossoming between the Big 12 and ACC schools despite the fact KU leads the all-time series by a mere four games to one.
Teacher surprised with $5,000, dedication to education award: By Lindsey Slater; December 18, 2007 in print edition on B10; A Lawrence teacher now has 5,000 more reasons to be happy for the holidays. Jim Immel, an early-childhood teacher at East Heights Early Childhood Family Center, is the recipient of $5,000 and the new Special Award for Dedication to Education.
Rodriguez introduced at UM: December 18, 2007 in print edition on B2; Rich Rodriguez, who flirted with the Alabama job a year ago, said it took a job of Michigan’s stature for him to leave West Virginia, his home state and alma mater.
Hansbrough is probable: December 18, 2007 in print edition on B2; All-American Tyler Hansbrough was listed as probable for North Carolina’s next game following a concussion during a victory at Rutgers.
Mizzou receiver suspended: Bracey will miss Cotton Bowl after arrest; December 18, 2007 in print edition on B2; A Missouri reserve receiver has been suspended and will not play in the Tigers’ Cotton Bowl game against Arkansas. Missouri coach Gary Pinkel on Monday confirmed the suspension of wide receiver Greg Bracey for disciplinary reasons. Pinkel said Bracey would not play in the bowl game, meaning his playing career at Missouri is over. Pinkel declined to elaborate.
Commentary: Double standard stains hunt: By Sally Jenkins - The Washington Post; December 18, 2007 in print edition on B2; The feds are going after all those asterisked pitchers and batters, aren’t they? They’re going to subpoena the Cy Youngs and most valuable players, and demand the return of the trophies and the money, right? They better. That, or show some leniency toward Marion Jones and Barry Bonds. Otherwise, it’s going to beg an ugly question: Why are Jones and Bonds picking up the most expensive tab for performance enhancing? Why are they cheats and criminals, while others merely made “mistakes?”
Christmas dinner donations needed: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A3; The Community Christmas Dinner still is in need of food. Kent Ely, an organizer, said Monday that the dinner was short 22 turkeys and 14 hams. Donations of money also would be accepted.
Woodling: Arenas progress in K.C.: By Chuck Woodling; December 18, 2007 in print edition on B1; After we wound down from the parking garage next to the Sprint Center, we belched out onto 13th Street in downtown Kansas City. Soon we were in front of Municipal Auditorium. Gee, I wondered, how many people remember when Kansas University’s men’s basketball team played in Municipal Auditorium?
Vikings grind out win: Associated Press; December 18, 2007 in print edition on B6; Trampled by Adrian Peterson the last time they met, Brian Urlacher and the Chicago Bears figured out how to stop Minnesota’s star rookie for the better part of three quarters. At least until it really counted.
Morrison’s mistress says she didn’t leak affair: By Scott Rothschild; December 18, 2007 in print edition on A3; The attorney representing the woman whose sexual harassment allegations toppled Kansas Attorney General Paul Morrison said Monday he doesn’t know who leaked her statement to the media. “It absolutely was not from us,” said Brian Russell, the Lawrence attorney who represents Linda Carter.
On the record: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A4; Lawrence Police on Monday night before 11 p.m. were investigating damage to property at 1142 Ind., Sgt. Damon Thomas said. The two-story home is among the buildings that would be demolished to make way for the construction of a new hotel.
Report suggests reforms to improve US health care: By Ricardo Alonso-Zaldivar - The Los Angeles Times; December 18, 2007 in print edition on A2; Americans could save $1.5 trillion in health-care costs over the next decade while covering the uninsured and improving overall quality, according to a report to be released today. But it would take widespread reforms to root out inefficiency, not to mention higher tobacco taxes and other levies.
Pump patrol: December 18, 2007 in print edition on A3; The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $2.74 at the BP at 19th and Haskell streets.
People in the news: December 18, 2007 in print edition on B8; ¢ Late-night lights back on at NBC¢ Pamela Anderson files for divorce again¢ Prince Edward, Sophie, welcome baby boy¢ Rihanna downplays relationship rumors¢ AFI names year’s best in film, television

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National group seeks repeal of 'Stand Your Ground' law in Kansas May 27, 2012 · 150 comments
U.S. military sees new appreciation May 28, 2012 · 31 comments
Parents have electronic tether to campus May 28, 2012 · 15 comments
Kansas tax act most regressive in nation May 27, 2012 · 256 comments
Remove politics, and redistricting map falls in line May 27, 2012 · 42 comments
Experts: Remedial college classes need fixing May 28, 2012 · 18 comments
Study suggests continued population drop in Kansas May 29, 2012 · 3 comments
Tax gamble May 26, 2012 · 84 comments
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Thread of pain ran through Jackson’s career June 28, 2009
Kansas tax act most regressive in nation May 27, 2012
Friends mourn Lynn Bretz, former voice of KU May 28, 2012
KU’s Elijah Johnson cautious at camp May 29, 2012
Kansas football scouring country May 29, 2012
Hilltop executive director Pat Pisani stepping down May 28, 2012
Lives forever changed by skywalk collapse July 15, 2001
Hard-luck loss: Blue Valley West walk-off sends Lawrence High baseball home in pitchers’ duel May 26, 2012
Book helps family heal after tragedy May 28, 2012
City, county mull upgrade to emergency radio system May 28, 2012