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A man at left covers his ears as a Westar locomotive pulling a135-car coal train heads west to the Lawrence Energy Center on the BNSF railway near the intersection of 5th Street and Tennessee St

Doug Wendel, Lawrence, rakes leaves in the front yard of his Oread Neighborhood home at 1016 Ohio. The Kansas Historic Sites Board of Review has recommended the Oread Historic District to the National Register of Historic Places

Allison Roepe walks her dog Annie past her neighbor's home on the 300 block of Indiana. The 300 block of Indiana is close to a historic district designation because of the unique architecture and historical significance of the homes in the area

Of five neighborhoods the 800 block of Massachusetts will be considered for nomination to the National Register of Historic Places

Hally Haas 9, left, along with her sister Gabe Haas 11, sit with their grandmother Donna Writt at Brookcreek park is Lawrence's east side Monday afternoon

Sam Leslie, left, and Jane Leek, both KU students play some music on the front steps of their rental house near 13th and Delaware in East Lawrence. The two were picking out an acoustic tune Thursday

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Melting of ice from roads reveals new problem beneath: January 25, 2007; Lawrence drivers finally get some relief from slick, icy roads, but now they face another obstacle to navigate: the many potholes around town!
The LHS Lady Lions tip off play tonight in the Topeka Capital Classic: January 25, 2007; LHS is taking on Wyandotte in round one of the Topeka Capital Classic, tonight. But can the Lady Lions walk away with a victory?
KU women still winless in conference play: January 25, 2007; The University’s two basketball teams continue to move in very different directions. Bill Self’s squad is back atop the Big 12 standings, while the women find themselves in the conference cellar.
Local students learn about agriculture: January 25, 2007; Several area students are being shown the many different aspects of agriculture. Among other things, students are learning all about the cattle industry.
Free State girls play in their own tournament tonight: January 25, 2007; The Lady Firebirds faced off against Gardner-Edgerton on day one of the Firebird Winter Classic tonight.
‘Localize Me?’ A downtown restaurant puts unique spin on famous documentary: January 25, 2007; The downtown restaurant ‘Local Burger’ has put its own spin on the hit documentary ‘Super-size Me.’
If you’re uninsured, President Bush has a plan to get you health coverage: January 25, 2007; President Bush visited Lee’s Summit, Missouri, today and introduced his new health care proposal. Among the ideas to privatize health insurance, the President wants to improve technology in hospitals to drive down costs.
Local 6th grader exceeds her fundraising goals: January 25, 2007; Eleven-year-old Heather Cistola sold home-made caramels to help cover the costs of a trip to Washington D.C. She met and even exceeded her goal, which prompted her to start to give back to the community!
One candidate for City Commission says he’ll bring common sense to the office: January 25, 2007; Michael Limburg, a 38-year old forklift operator at ‘Amarr Garage Doors,’ is one of the several people vying for a seat on the Lawrence City Commission.
Local elementary student making comics to raise money for a family in need: January 25, 2007; Comics are filled with funny pictures, people, and stories - but for one local elementary student, they are serving a much more serious purpose.
Eudora has its own ‘Super Bowl’: January 25, 2007; There was a ‘Super Bowl’ in Eudora today, but it wasn’t about football. The city’s middle school hosted the ‘Super Bowl Spelling Bee.’
Lauren Kimball is named ‘HyVee High School Scholar Athlete of the Month’: January 25, 2007; Lauren Kimball earned the honor for the month of January with solid play on the hardwood for the Free State Lady Firebirds.
In the neighborhoods for 20 years: While representing all parts of Lawrence, association brings organized focus to City Hall; By Chad Lawhorn; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A1; Twenty years ago, Steve Lopes had an adjective he commonly used to describe the mood of Lawrence neighborhood associations: crabby. “The neighborhoods were a lot less powerful than they are now,” Lopes said. “They would come out for a single issue, and then they would just go away.”
Ice and melt make perfect conditions for potholes: January 25, 2007; In tonight’s 6News and tomorrow’s Lawrence Journal-World, recent weather makes for pothole season and reaction to President Bush’s health care initiatives.
Bush visits Kansas City: In the region to talk about health care; By Jonathan Kealing; January 25, 2007; The president will be in Kansas City until about 1:30. He is to visit St. Luke’s East Hospital in Lee’s Summit, Mo., and hold a round table discussion on health care.
Brownback critical of surge, Senate resolution opposing surge: Instead, he favors compromise proposal; By Scott Rothschild; January 25, 2007; U.S. Sen. Sam Brownback, R-Kan., who is running for president, said on Thursday that he opposes both President Bush’s increase of troops in Iraq, and a Senate committee resolution critical of Bush’s plan.
Suspect in death threatens novelist: By Benjamin Harvey - Associated Press Writer; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A6; A man who confessed to inciting the murder of a prominent journalist shouted what appeared to be a threat against another leading Turkish intellectual on Wednesday, the Nobel Prize-winning novelist Orhan Pamuk.
U.S., Iraqi troops battle insurgents in Baghdad: By Kim Gamel - Associated Press Writer; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A6; U.S. and Iraqi troops battled Sunni insurgents hiding in high-rise buildings on Haifa Street in the heart of Baghdad on Wednesday, with snipers on roofs taking aim at gunmen in open windows as Apache attack helicopters hovered overhead.
Lions fall to Manhattan in boys swimming dual: J-W Staff Reports; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C3; Zach Henderson played a role in three event victories, but it wasn’t enough as the Lawrence High boys swimming and diving team dropped a 169-137 decision Wednesday to Manhattan at the KSU Natatorium.
Commodities: January 25, 2007 in print edition on A8
Take photos now, plan warm-weather garden: By Stan Ring; January 25, 2007 in print edition on D2; Plan now for summer gardens. With the ice and snow comes the “winter gardening doldrums,” and the best I can hope for out of my garden is an honorary mention for “Best Dried Arrangement.” This downtime, however, is an opportunity to plan. The more prepared we are now allows us to maximize our time and effort when spring comes.
Prep defensive back commits to Jayhawks: J-W Staff Reports; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C3; Kansas University’s football team received a commitment from Tulsa (Okla.) defensive back Anthony Davis on Wednesday.
Photographer heeds cattle call: J-W Staff Reports; January 25, 2007 in print edition on D1; Every once in awhile, Rachael Sudlow takes a bucket of grain and goes for a drive. Her goal: Find photogenic cows.
Our town sports: J-W Staff Reports; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C3
Trivia competition to help raise funds for AIDS project: By George Diepenbrock; January 25, 2007; To help raise money for the Douglas County AIDS Project, at least 12 teams will compete Friday in a trivia challenge.
Report says oil spill off Lebanon is contained: Associated Press; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A6; Environmental crews have largely contained an oil spill caused by Israeli airstrikes off the coast of Lebanon during last summer’s war with Hezbollah, a U.N. report said.
On the record: January 25, 2007 in print edition on B2
Orchid obsession: Gardener feeds passion for exotic flowers in Kansas City cave; By Jennifer Oldridge; January 25, 2007 in print edition on D1; David Bird is living under a rock, literally. You’ll find Bird deep underground, where the light of day can’t reach and the weather conditions never falter, in his subterranean orchid lair in Kansas City, Mo. Under hundreds of feet of solid rock, burrowed into an elaborate maze of caves, Bird has created a haven that’s neither dank nor depressing, but rather aromatic and alive.
6 accused of having sex with teen girls: Associated Press; January 25, 2007 in print edition on B2; One man has pleaded guilty and five others are charged in a case alleging they had sex with three middle school girls.
Tech adds Aggies to Top-10 triumphs: By Betsy Blaney - Associated Press Writer; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C8; Bob Knight never has been a fan of the three-point shot. But he waffled a smidge after Texas Tech beat the second Top-10 team it has faced in five days.
Senator testifies he shared bed with page, 18: Associated Press; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A3; A state senator accused of groping a legislative page testified Wednesday that the 18-year-old was like a relative, that he saw nothing wrong with sharing a motel bed with him and that the teenager fabricated his accusation.
World’s oldest person dies at age 115 at home: Associated Press; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A6; Emiliano Mercado del Toro was born when Puerto Rico was still a Spanish colony and trained as a soldier the year World War I ended.
OU continues to roll: Associated Press; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C3; Chelsi Welch scored 13 points, Leah Rush added 12, and No. 6 Oklahoma did much of its damage with All-America center Courtney Paris on the bench in a 69-49 victory against Iowa State on Wednesday night.
Defense minister dies when helicopters collide: Associated Press; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A6; New Ecuadorian Defense Minister Guadalupe Larriva and one of her children were killed Wednesday when two helicopters collided near a military base in southern Ecuador, officials said.
KU’s Land earns Big 12 preseason honor: J-W Staff Reports; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C3; Kansas University sophomore Preston Land has been named to the preseason All-Big 12 baseball team by Baseball America.
Lawrence mentors join KTEC Pipeline: J-W Staff Reports; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A8; Two Lawrence businessmen have signed on to serve as mentors for up-and-coming innovators selected for special training and support through the Kansas Technology Enterprise Corp.
9/11 families protest WTC memorial: Associated Press; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A3; Family members who are upset that details such as their loved ones’ ages will be left off the Sept. 11 memorial launched a television ad campaign Wednesday in protest and said they would not support private fundraising for the project.
Gators survive SEC scare: No. 21 LSU doesn’t fare as well against Vanderbilt; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C8; Corey Brewer scored 20 points, including five during a game-turning 10-1 run early in the second half, and top-ranked Florida survived a scary Southeastern Conference road game Wednesday night by beating Mississippi State, 70-67.
Governor optimistic about arena deal: Associated Press; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C6; After talking with a co-owner of the Penguins, Gov. Ed Rendell is optimistic that a new arena agreement can be reached to keep the team in Pittsburgh.
Lions counting on fresh legs: LHS girls confident about tournament chances; By Jeff Fedotin; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C3; Ask the Lawrence High girls basketball team about playing in a three-day tournament, and one learns the players enjoy the practices leading up to it.
Kansas among states in $8M Bayer settlement: Associated Press; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A3; Thirty states have reached an $8 million settlement with Bayer Corp. over allegations the drug maker failed to adequately warn consumers about risks associated with a cholesterol-reducing drug.
K.C. cheers KU-MU relocation: Move of annual clash to Arrowhead will boost revenue for Mo. governments; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A8; Lawrence’s loss is Kansas City’s gain. Government officials in Kansas City, Mo., are looking forward to collecting hundreds of thousands of dollars in anticipated sales taxes and other revenues from next season’s football clash between Kansas University and the University of Missouri.
People in the news: Associated Press; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A2; ¢ Restaurant group objects to planned ad starring Federline ¢ Trump’s ex-wife says battle of words is for publicity ¢ Tyra Banks upset by reaction to unflattering pictures ¢ Anti-war actress Sarandon bored by Bush’s Iraq pitch ¢ Singer-actress Brandy involved in fatal traffic crash
Serena reaches Australian final: Sharapova stops Clijsters to earn berth in title match; Associated Press; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C2; Unseeded and ranked No. 81, Serena Williams made it back to a Grand Slam final with a 7-6 (5), 6-4 victory today over Nicole Vaidisova at the Australian Open.
String quartet provides notes for high school’s film project: By Deanna Richards; January 25, 2007 in print edition on B1; Typically, music is added to a film to create suspense or convey moods. But students at Lawrence High School are reversing the process by making a film to accompany the world-renowned Cypress String Quartet during a performance today for Lawrence public school students.
Kerry won’t run for president in 2008: By David Espo - Associated Press Writer; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A3; Democratic Sen. John Kerry, who fell 118,601 Ohio votes short of the White House in 2004, said Wednesday he will not run for president in 2008.
Keegan: Wright ‘big key’ for KU: By Tom Keegan; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C1; As peaceful, soothing entertainment goes, Julian Wright probably isn’t the way to go.
‘Friends of God’ a look at evangelicals: By Kevin McDonough; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A2; ‘Friends of God’ a look
Tax breaks slow minimum wage increase: By Jim Kuhnhenn - Associated Press Writer; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A3; The minimum wage increase that was supposed to zip through Congress veered onto a collision course Wednesday as lawmakers argued over business tax breaks that would be attached to ensure Republican support.
Improving the status quo: Team wins at state debate: By Dave Toplikar; January 25, 2007 in print edition on B1; You might want to avoid getting into a war of words with Wes Phipps, Sarah Robinson, Kate Falkenstien or Cori Allen.
Study: Less drastic treatment for uterine fibroids a safe alternative: By Alicia Chang - Associated Press Writer; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A3; Women who had less invasive treatment for painful uterine fibroids did about as well as those who had surgery, including hysterectomy, suggests a new study that lays out the options for a troubling condition affecting millions of women.
Suspects, accusers in brawl asked to move: Associated Press; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A3; Guilford College has asked five students believed to have been involved in a racially tinged fight last weekend - including the accusers - to move off campus during the investigation.
Breeder of wolf hybrids banned from ownership: J-W Staff Reports; January 25, 2007 in print edition on B8; An unlicensed breeder at whose home police found 42 wolf-hybrid dogs has been placed on probation and barred from owning or caring for animals for two years.
Training, promotion for therapy staff: J-W Staff Reports; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A8; Lawrence Therapy Services announces two recent events:
K.C. airport records best year since 2001: J-W Staff Reports; January 25, 2007 in print edition on B8; A surge of holiday travelers helped Kansas City International Airport record the highest annual number of passengers since 2001, airport officials said Tuesday.
Don’t wait to file for financial aid: By Michelle Singletary; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A8; If you have a child in college now or one heading to an institution of higher learning in the fall, I hope you have already submitted or are working on the Free Application for Federal Financial Aid.
Foreign journalists get a look at military training at Fort Riley: By John Milburn - Associated Press Writer; January 25, 2007 in print edition on B4; Trudging through the snow, three dozen foreign reporters followed soldiers through a mock Iraqi village Wednesday. Weighted down by Kevlar helmets and flak jackets, they maneuvered cameras and microphones to document the training.
Student fitness: January 25, 2007 in print edition on B7; To the editor: OK, so now the state wants to monitor the fitness activities of our school students! Who will be responsible for this - the teachers? What next? Teachers are already responsible for monitoring what a student wears to school and monitoring what a student eats. Where are the parents in this equation?
Corliss praised for work during annual review: J-W Staff Reports; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A1; Lawrence City Manager David Corliss received glowing reviews from city commissioners as part of his annual performance evaluation.
Roberts taps local Realtor for campaign: J-W Staff Reports; January 25, 2007 in print edition on B1; U.S. Sen. Pat Roberts, R-Kan., has named Lawrence Realtor John Bush as one of 13 statewide finance co-chairmen for his 2008 re-election campaign.
KU puts up; Bears shut up: Arthur, KU get last laugh; By Gary Bedore; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C1; The Baylor University basketball fans seated near Kansas University’s bench heckled Jayhawk freshman Darrell Arthur on Wednesday night. “They were yelling at me, ‘You had a dream?”’ Arthur, KU’s forward from nearby Dallas, said with a smile.
Strategy may be roll of dice: By Michael Goodwin; January 25, 2007 in print edition on B7; It’s no surprise that after nearly four years of failure in Iraq, only about 35 percent of Americans believe President Bush’s plan to send additional troops will make a big difference. What is surprising is that Bush’s new pick to lead our forces has his own doubts.
Brownback says he’s the real conservative: Associated Press; January 25, 2007 in print edition on B4; Sen. Sam Brownback argues he’s the true conservative in the race for the 2008 Republican presidential nomination, while former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney may have trouble explaining flip-flops in his background.
Is it cheaper to be a criminal here?: Bond system under scrutiny; By Ron Knox; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A1; For those trying to bond out of Douglas County Jail, freedom often comes cheaper than in other parts of the state. A Journal-World review of suggested bond amounts that criminal suspects have to pay is often less in Douglas County than for similar crimes elsewhere.
Killed firefighter’s parents lose lawsuit battle: By Caroline Trowbridge; January 25, 2007 in print edition on B3; The parents of a Basehor volunteer firefighter have lost a $4 million civil rights battle in federal court.
Ironic message: January 25, 2007 in print edition on B7; To the editor: A White House proclamation issued by George Bush last week designated Jan. 21 as “National Sanctity of Human Life Day,” citing a “commitment to building a compassionate society” and to “protecting our society’s most vulnerable members.” Also last week:
Roads showing winter’s scars: By George Diepenbrock; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A1; Watch out for that - (clunk) - pothole. The last few weeks of cold and wet weather and the sand and salt mixture used to clear snow and ice have not been friendly on the asphalt, said city Public Works Director Chuck Soules.
Lawrence man convicted in burglary while on bond: By Eric Weslander; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A5; A jury on Wednesday convicted a Lawrence man of one in a series of burglary charges he has racked up in recent months while out of jail on bond.
Voice of the Jayhawks is top Kansan: Two others with KU connections to be honored; By George Diepenbrock; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A1; During his 60 years on the air calling Kansas University athletics, sports broadcasting legend Max Falkenstien received his fair share of hardware, especially leading up to his farewell last year. Friday night, Falkenstien will receive another award as he is named Kansan of the Year by the Native Sons and Daughters of Kansas, which was formed to preserve state history.
Senators blast Bush’s Iraq plans as ‘not in the national interest’: By David Espo - Associated Press Writer; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A1; In a calculated snub of President Bush, the Democratic-controlled Senate Foreign Relations Committee dismissed plans for a troop buildup in Iraq on Wednesday as “not in the national interest” of the United States.
Senate groups seeking common ground: By David Broder; January 25, 2007 in print edition on B6; Despite the raging controversy over Iraq military policy, President Bush’s plea for bipartisan cooperation on the domestic agenda has a chance of success in the Senate. The reason has less to do with sympathy for the politically weakened chief executive than a dynamic that has gone largely unnoticed among the senators themselves.
Obama denies rumors he attended Islamic school: Associated Press; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A5; Vowing not to be “Swift boated,” Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., aggressively pushed back Wednesday against “ludicrous” rumors reported on Fox News that he attended a radical Islamic school.
Bipartisan effort: Two years of government officials trying to make the other guy look bad will not serve the nation well.; J-W Editorials; January 25, 2007 in print edition on B6; It’s normal for an individual’s impressions listening to the annual State of the Union address by an American president to be colored to a certain degree by the listener’s own political leanings. And quite often, the opinions of those living and working inside the Washington, D.C., “beltway” are different than opinions of those living in other parts of the country.
Democrats should consider Bush health plan: By Ruth Marcus - The Washington Post; January 25, 2007 in print edition on B6; If President Bush proposes something, it must be bad. Such is the knee-jerk state of partisan suspiciousness that when the president actually endorses a tax increase - a tax increase that would primarily hit the well-off, no less - Democrats still howl.
FSHS girls don’t want to dine on ‘cupcakes’: Firebirds face Gardner in opener of own tourney; By Eric Sorrentino; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C1; It’s no secret the Free State High girls basketball team is struggling. Free State will enter this weekend’s Firebird Winter Classic on a three-game losing streak. So what’s the solution to the Firebirds feeling good again about winning? According to coach Bryan Duncan, it’s playing difficult competition. Duncan said nearly all eight teams in the three-day tournament had a legitimate chance of winning it.
Welcome ‘war’: January 25, 2007 in print edition on B7; To the editor: I was surprised and delighted by the headline in the Jan. 23 Journal-World: “‘Border War’ has new battlefield.”
Wildcats make it 12 in a row over KU: J-W Staff and Wire Reports; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C1; Kansas University’s Danielle McCray missed a layup with two seconds left, and Kansas State avoided a second-half disaster to beat the Jayhawks, 59-55, Wednesday night.
NFL, union agree on tougher testing: Plan calls for more extensive examinations for performance-enhancing drugs; By Dave Goldberg - Associated Press Football Writer; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C2; The NFL is going deeper into the wallets of players who get caught using steroids and other performance-enhancing drugs.
Teammates help Durant finish off Nebraska: Associated Press; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C8; Kevin Durant had another big night for Texas Wednesday, but it was his teammates who finished the job in a 62-61 victory over Nebraska.
Poised for success: Dodge teams optimistic about 2007; By Jim Utter - McClatchy Newspapers; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C7; This season, Dodge teams in the Nextel Cup Series would like to spread the wealth.
Jurors see interviews of serial killer suspect: Associated Press; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A6; Jurors in the trial of a farmer accused of killing 26 women watched videotaped interviews Wednesday in which he denies knowing the victims and asks a police officer, “Do I look like a murderer?”
Militant group claims attack on U.S. Embassy: Associated Press; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A6; A Greek militant group has claimed responsibility for a rocket attack on the U.S. Embassy in Athens earlier this month, blaming American policy in Iraq and the Middle East for the strike.
Tax plan may help low-cost housing: Highberger wants bill drafted that would support push for affordable homes; January 25, 2007 in print edition on B1; If Lawrence wants to create more affordable housing, a state tax increase would help, City Commissioner Boog Highberger said Wednesday.
Cast highlights humor in family dynamics: By Sarah Young - Special to the Journal-World; January 25, 2007 in print edition on D1; The Goldmans are back at Lawrence Community Theatre.
Horoscopes: January 25, 2007 in print edition on B5
President rejects rape charges: By Ravi Nessman - Associated Press Writer; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A6; Shaking with fury, Israeli President Moshe Katsav rebuffed growing calls for his resignation Wednesday, saying accusations he committed rape and other crimes were “poisonous, horrible lies” that were part of a broad conspiracy against him.
New Orleans schools struggle to find teachers: By Becky Bohrer - Associated Press Writer; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A7; Wanted: Idealistic teachers looking for a Peace Corps-style adventure in a city in distress.
Swine still running wild in rural areas: State to use gunmen to take care of problem; By Mike Belt; January 25, 2007 in print edition on B1; Nearly a year after gunmen in helicopters shot and killed dozens of feral swine in Douglas County and other areas of the state, the animals are still causing headaches for rural landowners.
Film with rape scene stirs debate: By Debbie Hummel - Associated Press Writer; January 25, 2007 in print edition on A2; At a festival that features several films with sexual content, including full male nudity and a documentary about bestiality, a Southern Gothic tale that includes the rape of a young girl is causing the biggest stir.
Students to perform play about shooting: J-W Staff Reports; January 25, 2007 in print edition on B1; Older children and adults are invited to a free performance tonight of “Bang, Bang You’re Dead!” - a play that delves into the subject of school shootings.
Veterans shine in West’s win: By Stephen Hawkins - Associated Press Sports Writer; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C6; Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin will have to wait to dominate an All-Star game. The young sensations surely will get their chance. This night belonged to one of the NHL’s old stars.
Jackson pain-free: KU forward overcomes back injury; By Gary Bedore; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C5; Darnell Jackson chased down a loose ball, clutched it with two hands and screamed, ‘Gotcha!’ before firing it to a wide-open teammate on the fast break.
Channels unavailable at start of KU game: J-W Staff Reports; January 25, 2007 in print edition on B3; An equipment failure on Wednesday night caused many Sunflower Broadband customers to miss a portion of the Kansas University men’s basketball game against Baylor.
Lawrence Datebook: January 25, 2007 in print edition on B2
Kansas basketball notebook: By Gary Bedore; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C5; Darrell Arthur’s mom, Sandra, wore her No. 00 Kansas University jersey proudly in her front-row seat Wednesday night at Ferrell Center.
Baylor coach Drew in pain: ‘His heart’s killing him’ after appendectomy; By Tom Keegan; January 25, 2007 in print edition on C4; Thirty-one hours after he was having his appendix removed in non-invasive surgery, Baylor University basketball coach Scott Drew was back on the bench for Wednesday’s tipoff against Kansas University.

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