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Freshman prepares for first sunflower showdown with dunk
January 23, 2007
The KU women will be in Manhattan Wednesday night for sunflower showdown No. 1 of the season.
City Hall reaches out to property owners, business leaders
January 23, 2007
In tonight’s 6News and tomorrow’s Lawrence Journal-World, property owners and business leaders have direct line to City Hall, filing deadling for local elections, and prospects for Kansas hosting a presidential primary.
House approves school ‘lockbox,’ maintenance plan
House leaders said the measure represented an important step early in the 2007 legislative session
By Scott Rothschild
January 23, 2007
House leaders said the measure represented an important step early in the 2007 legislative session.
Waterlines, planning discussed at Downtown Summit
Meeting held today at the Lawrence Arts Center
By Mark Fagan
January 23, 2007
Meeting held today at the Lawrence Arts Center.
Two more candidates enter City Commission race
12:52 p.m., January 23, 2007 Updated 04:41 p.m.
Voters will choose six candidates from a field of nine in the February primary for the Lawrence City Commission.
Morgan files for school board
By Dave Toplikar
January 23, 2007
Scott E. Morgan is ready to return to the Lawrence school board. He filed for one of four seats open on the seven-member board. The election will be April 3. Morgan, 49, filed with about 35 minutes to spare before today’s noon deadline.
Lawrence high-schoolers finalists in art contest
January 23, 2007 in print edition on D1
Three students from Lawrence High School and two from Free State High School had artwork chosen as finalists in the “Kansas … As Beautiful as You Think” Art Competition.
Bail bondsman files for city commission
By Mike Belt
January 23, 2007
Bail bondsman files for city commission.
Thornburgh: ‘Time is ripe’ for Kansas primary
State would have bigger role in picking presidential candidates
By Scott Rothschild
January 23, 2007
State would have bigger role in picking presidential candidates.
Building site thefts increase
Furniture, appliances taken from homes under construction
By Ron Knox
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B1
A string of construction site thefts in Lawrence has left home builders missing thousands of dollars in equipment and furniture.
KU walk honors MLK’s legacy
March for civil rights continues
By Sophia Maines
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B1
About 60 Kansas University students followed a candlelit path along Jayhawk Boulevard on Monday evening in a walk honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
Driver arrested for assault, weapon
J-W Staff Reports
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B1
Police arrested a 27-year-old Kansas City, Kan., man Sunday morning after he allegedly drove a Toyota Camry into a car driven by a female acquaintance, then pulled out a gun and fired a shot.
Downtown shooting trial delayed again
J-W Staff Reports
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B1
The trial for the man accused of shooting and killing a person outside a downtown Lawrence nightclub has been postponed again.
Gender issue drawing attention in plasma transfusions
By Lauran Neergaard - Associated Press Writer
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A1
The plasma transfused into victims of burns, car crashes and other serious conditions soon will come almost completely from men. Make no mistake: Women need to donate blood now more than ever as blood supplies become more precarious each year.
Yard art turning heads - at least until weather warms
Frosty flakes great for art
By Mike Belt
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A1
Yard art turning heads -
Attendance at alcohol-free dances dries up
By Dave Toplikar
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A1
Lawrence’s school board heard the official word Monday night that a policy designed to curb alcohol at local high school dances was working. But forcing students to be “breathalyzed” before a dance might be coming with a price.
Tiny dancers
Youngsters spend long hours working toward goal of dancing professionally
By Terry Rombeck
January 23, 2007 in print edition on D1
As soon as McKenzie Kula was out of diapers, she started taking dance lessons. “It was a potty-training gift from my parents,” she says.
Books brings out ‘Story’ in American history
By Tracy Grant - The Washington Post
January 23, 2007 in print edition on D1
We all know that George Washington didn’t really skip a coin across the Potomac River, that his teeth weren’t made of wood and that he didn’t wear a wig. As funny or famous as those stories might be, they’re made up.
Free fallin’
Firebirds’ funk now at three
By Eric Sorrentino
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C1
As the final ticks of the scoreboard trickled to zero, members of the Shawnee Mission East girls basketball team began celebrating.
Self: Faster isn’t better
KU coach laments wasted possessions in Texas Tech loss
By Gary Bedore
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C1
Fans and media pointed to pace of play as one problem in Kansas University’s 69-64 loss to Texas Tech on Saturday in Lubbock, Texas.
City athletes of the week
J-W Staff Reports
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C6
Q & A with Matthew Downing Jr.
Seabury boss has strong pedigree
By Jeff Fedotin
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C6
Matthew Downing Jr. is in his first year as head boys basketball coach at Seabury Academy, but he owns a wealth of basketball experience.
O-South continues to have Firebirds’ number
J-W Staff Reports
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C6
In most respects, the Free State High girls basketball team has established itself as one of the best-acclimated sports programs since the school first opened its doors a decade ago.
De Soto girls fall in tourney play
J-W Staff Reports
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C5
Jackie Goleman scored 16 points for the De Soto High girls basketball team, but the Wildcats were unable to overcome a sluggish third quarter in a 42-36 loss to Harrisonville (Mo.) in the Louisburg Tournament.
Ryan Wood’s KU football notebook
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C3
Ticket details for the Border War football game at Arrowhead Stadium the next two seasons aren’t finalized, though Kansas University athletic director Lew Perkins estimated single-game tickets would cost between $50 and $60.
Gary Bedore’s KU basketball notebook
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C3
Kansas University coach Bill Self said he counted 22 “wasted possessions” in the Tech game.
OSU survives OU scare
Associated Press
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C4
It just wouldn’t have been the Bedlam game without a little last-minute craziness.
Oklahoma women OK in OT
Associated Press
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C4
Senior Kendra Moore has had few starring moments during her Oklahoma basketball career.
Indiana back in top 25; KU 8th
Associated Press
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C4
Kelvin Sampson’s first Indiana team is where most of his Oklahoma squads spent quite a bit of time.
Serena Williams heads to semifinals
In quarterfinals, 25-year old overcomes sluggish start, will face 17-year old Vaidisova next
Associated Press
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C2
Serena Williams advanced to the semifinals of the Australian Open, overcoming a sluggish start today and a back-and-forth third set to beat Shahar Peer, 3-6, 6-2, 8-6.
Steelers hire Tomlin as coach
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C2
Mike Tomlin, the defensive coordinator of the Minnesota Vikings, was hired by the Pittsburgh Steelers - the first black head coach in the team’s 74-year history.
Parcells announces retirement
Elite coach leads Cowboys despite playoff appearance
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C2
Bill Parcells could have returned to the Dallas Cowboys for one more shot at becoming the first coach to lead three teams into the Super Bowl.
Universal health coverage gets attention at retreat
Kansas Health Policy Authority to draft plan
By Eric Weslander
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B3
–- Massachusetts recently required that all residents have health care insurance, but the backlash could be coming, a Boston health care executive said Monday.
More Republicans oppose U.S. troop increase, press for accountability
By David Espo - Associated Press Writer
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A7
Congressional Republicans pushed back Monday against President Bush’s decision to increase troop strength in Iraq, some voicing opposition while others urged holding the administration and Iraqi government more accountable for the war effort.
Iranian diplomat says conflict is spreading into his country
By Borzou Daragahi - Los Angeles Times
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A7
A ranking Iranian diplomat Monday said the chaos of Iraq is spilling over into his country, spreading a destabilizing influence to its Arab population.
Bombs strike Shiite targets; 137 dead across Iraq
By Kim Gamel - Associated Press Writer
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A7
A suicide bomber crashed his car into a central Baghdad market crowded with Shiites just seconds after another car bomb tore through the stalls where vendors were hawking DVDs and used clothing, leaving 88 dead Monday in the bloodiest attack in two months.
On the record
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B2
Moratorium sought on coal-fired plants
By Scott Rothschild
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B2
A state legislator has filed a measure to place a two-year moratorium on the building of coal-fired electric plants in Kansas.
University withdraws bid for Bush library
Associated Press
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A3
The University of Dallas in Irving has withdrawn its bid for the George W. Bush Presidential Library, leaving Southern Methodist University in Dallas as the only contender for the research center and associated public-policy institute.
Lawmaker proposes celebrating Juneteenth
Associated Press
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A3
A state legislator who sparked outrage by saying black Virginians should “get over” slavery proposed a resolution Monday celebrating slavery’s demise.
Burch has 20-20 vision
Sophomore breaks out in Seahawks’ rare rout
By Jason Elmquist
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C5
Whenever Melissa Burch looked over at the bench during Seabury Academy’s game against Kansas School for the Deaf, she quickly begin sucking in air and catching her breath.
Judge: State must offer ‘Choose Life’ plates
Associated Press
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A3
A federal judge ordered state officials Monday to offer license plates with the motto “Choose Life,” saying that the message, considered by some to be anti-abortion, is protected by the First Amendment.
Supreme Court strikes sentencing scheme
By Howard Mintz - San Jose Mercury News
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A3
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday scrapped a 30-year-old California sentencing law, opening the door for thousands of inmates to argue for modest breaks on their prison terms and forcing criminal justice systems across the state to cope with the fallout.
Justice Department report criticizes FBI handling of Foley case
By William E. Gibson - South Florida Sun-Sentinel
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A3
The FBI failed to take action to protect young House pages from former congressman Mark Foley’s potential predatory behavior, the inspector general of the Justice Department concluded on Monday.
Legislature asked to fix school-finance quirk
Lawrence district may be forced to raise taxes or lose funding
By Scott Rothschild
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B4
Unless the Legislature acts quickly, Lawrence taxpayers may be asked to dig deeper in their pockets for a public school tax increase that school officials say they don’t want. Confused?
City, county, schools appraise tax situation
With smaller increases in home valuations, budgets likely to cover only inflation costs
By Chad Lawhorn
January 23, 2007
Wait and wonder. Government leaders said Monday they likely would spend a good amount of time doing both as they figure out how to live with property tax values that are expected to grow at a much slower rate than normal in 2007.
Brownback poses dilemma for moderates
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B4
Sen. Sam Brownback’s presidential hopes could put moderate Kansas Republicans who don’t like his positions on social issues in an awkward position.
Opinions run hot and cold on wind farm plan
Associated Press
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B3
Many people see a plan for large wind turbines along Interstate 70 in Lincoln and Ellsworth counties as an environmental disaster in the making.
People in the news
Associated Press
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A2
¢ Mandy Moore reveals struggles with depression ¢ Hilton pleads no contest to reduced DUI charge ¢ Lawyers deny media report of divorce settlement offer ¢ Keith Urban explains his 90 days in rehab center
State of the Union coverage needs initiative
By Kevin McDonough
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A2
The State of the Union address (8 p.m., ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC, PBS, MSNBC, Fox News) may not be as sexy as “Grey’s Anatomy” or pack the ratings wallop of “American Idol,” but I never miss it.
Razzie Awards announce nominees for year’s worst
By David Germain - Associated Press Writer
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A2
At least someone was happy Sharon Stone reprised her notorious femme-fatale role with “Basic Instinct 2.”
African Union confirms Darfur bombings
Associated Press
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A6
The African Union confirmed Monday that Sudan’s air force bombed Darfur villages last week, attacks that violated a cease-fire.
Migration officials arrest 11 Iraqis
Associated Press
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A6
Eleven Iraqis carrying false passports and heading to California were arrested at Monterrey’s airport, immigration officials said Monday.
Explorers reach center of Antarctica
Associated Press
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A6
The Pole of Inaccessibility is, apparently, accessible.
Dutch pet shop owner creates beer for dogs
Associated Press
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A6
Man’s best friend deserves a beer, too.
Diplomatic activity reaches feverish heights at restarting peace negotiations
By Amy Teibel - Associated Press Writer
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A6
After months of inaction, a flurry of diplomatic activity toward reviving Israeli-Palestinian peacemaking is under way.
Pig farmer accused of killing 26 women in Canada goes to trial
By Jeremy Hainsworth - Associated Press Writer
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A6
Years after their loved ones disappeared from the seedy streets of Vancouver’s red-light district, families learned some of the gruesome details of how the women allegedly were killed.
Experts say Alps glaciers to vanish by 2050
By William J. Kole - Associated Press Writer
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A6
Glaciers will all but disappear from the Alps by 2050, scientists warned Monday, basing their bleak outlook on mounting evidence of slow but steady melting of the continental ice sheets.
Third-grader seeks Big Brother
January 23, 2007 in print edition on D2
Dachae is a third-grader at New York School who is waiting for a Big Brother through the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Douglas County program.
Apple Users’ Group schedules meeting
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C8
The Lawrence Apple Users’ Group 2.0 will meet next month to discuss technologies that don’t require cords.
Employees earn state certifications
J-W Staff Reports
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C8
Two Lawrence Landscape employees have attained professional certifications from state agencies.
Commodities
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C8
Guests to push 9/11 health case
Associated Press
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A8
An ironworker, a paramedic and an attorney who believe their illnesses stem from exposure at Ground Zero plan to attend President Bush’s State of the Union address tonight as guests of New York’s congressional delegation.
Does pet insurance make sense?
By Michelle Singletary
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C8
Would you spend $20 or $30 a month for pet insurance?
Bush’s challenge: Show nation he can work with Congress
By Ben Feller - Associated Press Writer
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A8
Big grin, thumbs up, no worries. President Bush sent all the right signals as he returned to the White House from Camp David on Monday. He’ll need that optimism where he’s headed next - Capitol Hill.
Disaster aid expanded for storm damage
J-W Staff Reports
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B8
Federal officials have expanded the disaster relief available for areas of western Kansas hit by severe winter storms in late December, Kansas Sen. Pat Roberts said Monday.
Hospital endowment to install new leaders
J-W Staff Reports
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B8
The Lawrence Memorial Hospital Endowment Association will install a new slate of officers and board members at its annual meeting today.
Brownback finds supporters at march against abortion
By Matt Stearns - McClatchy Newspapers
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A8
Thousands of people marched against abortion here Monday. More than a few of them also marched for Sam Brownback. Brownback, the conservative Kansas Republican senator, announced his bid for the 2008 Republican presidential nomination Saturday in his home state. Monday’s march was his first major public appearance since.
Sedgwick County DA refers abortion case to Morrison
By Roxana Hegeman - Associated Press Writer
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B8
Sedgwick County District Attorney Nola Foulston punted the investigation of a nationally known abortion provider to the state’s top prosecutor, telling protesters Monday that Attorney General Paul Morrison will decide whether there is evidence sufficient to warrant review by her own office.
Straight pitch
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B7
To the editor: I’m from Missouri, and you’ve got to show me! Yes, I’m talking about all of the promises that many of our newly elected members of the U.S. House of Representatives are making.
Safety first
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B7
To the editor: Considering changes in zoning laws to prevent crime at local establishments is a step in the right direction. The City Commission is at least showing that public safety is a concern.
Helping hand
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B7
To the editor: On Jan. 17, while reading gas meters at Building 13, Stouffer Place, I fell on the ice behind the building. In great pain, I was able to get to the front of the building, but my truck was parked at Building 19 and I knew I would never make it.
Virginia senator suggests spending shift
By Becky Bohrer - Associated Press Writer
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A8
Virginia Sen. Jim Webb, set to deliver the Democratic rebuttal to Tuesday’s State of the Union address, suggested Monday that the United States is spending too much on reconstruction in Iraq while ignoring the rebuilding of New Orleans.
Warm news
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B7
To the editor: I was awakened during the night by the sound of a car stuck in the neighbor’s driveway, tires spinning on ice and sleet. It was 3:45 a.m. and the driver began chopping ice in the freezing darkness.
Primary shifts could alter nation’s nomination process
By Peter Brown
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B7
We’ll know in the next few months whether the efforts in several big-state capitals will effectively create a de facto national primary that will pick the Democratic and Republican presidential nominees.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B6
Old Home Town - 25 years ago
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B6
Money motive
Scheduling the Kansas-Missouri football game at Arrowhead Stadium may be the first of many money-driven decisions to move athletic events off campus.
J-W Editorials
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B6
Kansas City Chiefs officials and Kansas City business interests have been trying for years to attract the Kansas-Missouri football game to Kansas City’s Arrowhead Stadium.
Surge strategy conjures up an epic parallel
By Garrison Keillor
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B6
Captain Ahab assembled the crew of the Pequod and told them that they could not afford to fail in the quest to kill the great white whale and so he had come up with a plan.
Religion aside, cabbies have job to do
By Leonard Pitts Jr.
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B6
OK, let’s say you fly into Minneapolis-St. Paul. Let’s say you’re carrying alcohol - rum from the Caribbean, a Merlot you found in Napa Valley. Let’s say you try to hail a cab while carrying said alcohol. Good luck. You’re going to need it.
New passport rules start today for air travelers
Land and sea travelers get reprieve until 2008
By Giovanna Dell'orto - Associated Press Writer
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A3
When Antonio Hernandez Jr. planned a trip to Mexico with his parents, he was sure to get the passports two weeks ahead of time.
Pastor’s filing creates need for primary
By Chad Lawhorn
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B1
Lawrence voters won’t have to wait until April for an election. James Bush, a Lawrence pastor who thinks the city needs to do more to promote growth, became the seventh candidate for the Lawrence City Commission, forcing the need for a primary Feb. 27.
KU Endowment ranks No. 20 among public universities
By Eric Weslander
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B1
Kansas University’s endowment topped $1 billion in the past year and ranks 20th in the nation among public universities, according to a survey released Monday.
Foster kids have smaller margin of error when it comes to post-graduation plans
By Dr. Wes Crenshaw & John Murray
January 23, 2007 in print edition on D1
Double Take: Q & A with Dr. Wes Crenshaw & John Murray.
Move to Arrowhead should pay off
Border War’s shift to neutral site bottom-line decision for Kansas, Mizzou
By Ryan Wood
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C1
Kansas University athletic director Lew Perkins never has been shy about trying new things. He admitted as much Monday, though the actions at Arrowhead Stadium reverberated louder than any of his words possibly could.
Keegan: KU glad to let $$$ talk
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C1
KU glad Well, it’s official. Playful, harmless, memorable Missouri-bashing by Kansas University football fans that used to take place on campus must now take place on Missouri soil.
Lawrence High girls showing signs of maturation
Lions maintain composure in tight closing stretch to knock off Lincoln Prep
By Jeff Fedotin
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C5
The young Lawrence High girls basketball team displayed some much-needed maturity during its 57-42 defeat of Lincoln College Preparatory Academy on Monday night.
Lawrence Datebook
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B2
VA clinic earns congressional salute
By Mike Belt
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B2
Douglas County’s congressional representatives promise to make it a priority to fund medical care for military veterans.
Iran warns of possible U.S. military clash
By Ali Akbar Dareini - Associated Press Writer
January 23, 2007 in print edition on A6
Iran conducted missile tests Monday as its leadership stepped up warnings of a possible military confrontation with the United States.
Symphonica Toscanini’s presence, precision deliver first-class experience
By Terry Rombeck
January 23, 2007 in print edition on D2
Take all your stereotypes about a world-class orchestra conductor and throw them out the window.
Horoscopes
January 23, 2007 in print edition on B5
Taxis making Bigg’s deliveries
Zippy Taxi & Delivery hauls barbecue as well as passengers
By Mark Fagan
January 23, 2007 in print edition on C8
Lawrence’s newest taxi service is looking to carry more than people for fares. Zippy Taxi & Delivery, which opened earlier this month, is counting on hauling racks of ribs, piles of brisket and dozens of wings all over town for the company’s first major customer: Bigg’s BBQ, 2429 Iowa.
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