Archive for Monday, June 25, 2007

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Fireworks sales Fainting goats The art of Janet Satz
Podcasts
Polls

Should more wind farms be allowed in rural Kansas?

Response Percent
Yes - it’s a non-polluting way to provide power
 
 76%
No - it’s spoils pristine environments
 
 20%
Undecided
 
 2%
Total 447
Videos

Lead stories

11:09 a.m.
Kathy Gillett and her husband, Wayne, raise fainting goats on their McLouth farm. When startled, the goats will freeze and fall over, as Anabella is doing above. The exact reasons why the goats faint are unknown. Owners fall for their fainting goats
By Erin Castaneda
June 25, 2007 in print edition on 1B
Wayne and Kathy Gillett have to be careful around their kids — they never know when one might faint. The month-old “fainting goats” the McLouth couple keep on part of their 20 acres are especially prone to the muscle seizures this rare breed is known for.
1:00 p.m.
Online chat
Chat about wind power with Jim Ploger
June 25, 2007
Jim Ploger, manager of the climate and energy programs for the Kansas Energy Office, will take your questions about wind energy.
4:00 p.m.
Janet Satz, a Lawrence artist who has work in collections across the country, including the Smithsonian Institution and the Spencer Museum of Art, is showing her latest pieces at Pachamama’s, 800 N.H., in an exhibition called “Urbanscapes.” She combines manipulated photographs, painting, lithographs, tape and thread to create fragmented impressions that “simultaneously conceal and reveal the mysteries of the city.” City seen
By Mindie Paget
June 25, 2007 in print edition on 1D
Janet Satz feels like a voyeur when she visits the city. Whether she’s in Chicago, where she grew up, or New York, where she lived before moving to Lawrence, she often finds herself glancing into high-rise windows while riding the train into the heart of the metropolis. “There’s always something going on, something behind the facade,” Satz says. “I find the city is very mysterious.”
10:00 p.m.
An aerial view of the land surrounding Memorial Stadium on the campus of Kansas University shows the vastness of an ongoing construction project to erect a new football complex near the southwest corner of the stadium. Construction kicks off on football complex
By George Diepenbrock
June 25, 2007 in print edition on 4A
Dirt began flying and trucks rolled into the area south of Memorial Stadium on May 21, the morning after Kansas University commencement ceremonies. And they haven’t stopped yet. Now, the outline of a major construction project is emerging.

All stories

6Sports video: Shoulder injury causes former KU guard to ponder hoops retirement
By DJ Whetter
June 25, 2007
Maintaining a career in professional basketball often means plenty of moving around, and that's certainly the case for former KU guard Mike Lee. And now, a shoulder injury may cause Lee to retire from hoops altogether.
6Sports video: Former KU linebacker looking for an NFL opportunity
June 25, 2007
Former KU linebacker Nick Reid made his case once again that he belongs in the NFL after a sensational outing in the World Bowl.
6Sports video: Raiders still improving
June 25, 2007
After a slow 1-5 start, the Lawrence Raiders have won 7 of their last 9 games, but fell short of winning the Al Ice Woodbat Classic in the title game.
6News video: Kidcast for June 25th, 2007
June 25, 2007
A bit of weather history, brought to you by a local youth.
6News video: Martin Logan prepares to launch new speaker line
June 25, 2007
A maker of high-end audio speakers is looking to tune in to a well-to-do portion of the mainstream market.
6News video: Local farm invites you to get a “bee’s-eye view” of special artwork
June 25, 2007
Nationally recognized crop artist Stan Herd brought his work to Pendleton's Country Market East of Lawrence.
6News video: Breast cancer in men is often overlooked
By Haley Harrison
June 25, 2007
This year alone, 178,000 women got the diagnosis that they have breast cancer. And while women have a wealth of information and support groups for the matter, breast cancer can often be an embarrassing and often fatal problem for men.
6News video: Lawrence tabbed as 8th “greenest” city in the U.S.
June 25, 2007
A recent Yahoo! internet promotion and contest has listed Lawrence as the eight 'greenest' city in the United States.
6News video: Domestic registry could be called by legislators
June 25, 2007
It's not even officially on the books yet and Lawrence's recently approved domestic partnership registry could face a challenge during next year's legislative session.
6News video: City leaders ready to expand South of Wakarusa River
June 25, 2007
Lawrence city leaders prepare to lay the groundwork for city expansion South of the Wakarusa River.
6News video: Yellow House owners arrested and charged
June 25, 2007
Yellow House owners Guy and Carrie Neighbors were arrested and charged today. This is the second arrest for the couple.
6News video: Property owners should prepare for tax increase
June 25, 2007
At tonight's Lawrence School Board meeting, board members decided to plan for a $3.5 million property tax increase over what was levied last year.
6News video: Anti-war protesters march through downtown Lawrence
June 25, 2007
Approximately 120 anti-war protesters marched through downtown Lawrence this evening, briefly shutting down traffic as they call for an end to the war in Iraq.
6News video: Massive project at Memorial Stadium beginning to take shape
June 25, 2007
KU officials say the $31 million Anderson Family Football Complex is on budget and on target to be ready about one year from now.
6News video: Documentary prompts KU students to head overseas
June 25, 2007
Brothers Brendan and Quinn Reilly leave this week for South Africa where the two will spend their summer working in an orphanage for kids who have been abused and abandoned because they have AIDS.
Construction kicks off on football complex
By George Diepenbrock
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A4
Dirt began flying and trucks rolled into the area south of Memorial Stadium on May 21, the morning after Kansas University commencement ceremonies. And they haven’t stopped yet. Now, the outline of a major construction project is emerging.
Kinzer will try again to pre-empt Lawrence domestic registry with state law
‘I’m not by any stretch of the imagination considering this a done deal’
By Scott Rothschild
June 25, 2007
The lawmaker who unsuccessfully sought to prevent Lawrence from approving a domestic partnership registry said Monday he will try to have it repealed by the Legislature. “I’m not by any stretch of the imagination considering this a done deal,” state Rep. Lance Kinzer, R-Olathe, said.
6News Now: City leaders to examine expansion south of Wakarusa River
June 25, 2007
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, Lawrence city leaders prepare to lay out the ground work for city expansion south of the Wakarusa River and Lawrence gets a top ranking for being one of the greenest cities in the US.
Federal agents investigate Yellow House owners
Couple has battled local police over suspicions about their business
By Lisa Horn
June 25, 2007
Lawrence Police said the federal agents were at the home of Guy and Carrie Neighbors — owners of Yellow House Store — in the 1100 block of Andover St., just before 9 a.m. today.
Cheney claim to secrecy debated
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A3
Democratic senators on Sunday chided Vice President Dick Cheney for declaring his office exempt from sections of a presidential order involving matters of national security. Republicans, more cautiously, said the matter deserves review.
Second arrest made in pregnant woman’s death
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A3
A former classmate of a man suspected of murdering a pregnant woman was arrested Sunday on a related obstruction of justice charge, the FBI said.
Montoya makes up a lot of ground
Starting 32nd, Colombian wins NoCal road race
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on C2
Juan Pablo Montoya demonstrated his road-racing prowess again Sunday, stretching his final fuel load to the limit and grabbing his first NASCAR Nextel Cup win at Infineon Raceway.
Greensburg struggles to fill some city jobs
Destroyed town needs building inspectors
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B2
Helping Greensburg rebuild from the devastating May 4 tornado that destroyed most of the town will require a big jump in city employees.
U.S., NATO draw anger at rising civilian deaths
By Alisa Tang - Associated Press Writer
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A6
Taliban fighters attack U.S. or NATO forces in populated areas, then retreat to civilian homes. Western forces respond with massive firepower or an airstrike.
Pesticide threat
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B6
To the editor: Most of the scores of plants that I cultivate as host plants for bees and butterflies are in full bloom and there are usually hundreds of bees and butterflies present at this time. This year there are no bees of any kind, and infrequently only a few butterflies. My yard seems dead, even with its abundance of vegetation.
Platz records victory
Olathe golfer wins KGA Public Links in record fashion
By Jeff Fedotin
June 25, 2007 in print edition on C1
Jon Platz totaled a 132 to set a tournament record during the two-day, 36-hole Kansas Golf Association Public Links Championship.
Raiders just miss
Lawrence falls in Ice title game, 7-2
By Jason Elmquist
June 25, 2007 in print edition on C1
The Lawrence Raiders earned their chance to repeat as champions of the Al Ice Memorial Woodbat Classic and an opportunity to avenge Friday’s run-rule loss to Sam’s Service Giants.
Kansas camp experience suits Jackson to a ‘T’
By Gary Bedore
June 25, 2007 in print edition on C1
Most of the 8- to 18-year-olds who attend Bill Self’s basketball camp are diehard Kansas University fans.
Cherokee Nation re-elects chief
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A3
Chad Smith was elected to a third term as chief of the Cherokee Nation on Saturday in Tahlequah as the tribe deals with controversy surrounding a vote to rescind the tribal membership of the descendants of its slaves.
Fast-moving wildfire destroys 250 homes
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A3
An estimated 250 homes were destroyed and another 300 were threatened after a wind-whipped fire broke out Sunday afternoon near South Lake Tahoe, Calif., authorities said. The fire reportedly scorched 500 acres of mountainous, heavily wooded terrain.
Senate votes on immigration pending
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A3
Senators pushing a new immigration policy appealed Sunday to wavering supporters ahead of renewed debate on securing the borders and dealing with 12 million undocumented immigrants.
Unwitting immigrant learns voting a deportable offense
By Robert Jablon - Associated Press Writer
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A3
All of her life, Zoila Meyer believed she was an American. She even won election to the City Council of Adelanto.
Smoltz, Chipper meet
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on C5
Braves manager Bobby Cox arranged and attended a meeting between John Smoltz and Chipper Jones on Sunday, one day after Jones accused the pitcher of questioning his integrity. Jones said hitting coach Terry Pendleton also attended the meeting, and Jones said he apologized to Smoltz.
Rangers’ Padilla finally headed to DL
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on C5
Rangers right-hander Vicente Padilla is finally headed to the disabled list.
Bonds’ HR quest means nothing
By Bill Konigsberg
June 25, 2007 in print edition on C5
Forget Barry Bonds’ quest for 756 home runs. Fantasy baseball team owners have more important things on which to focus.
Culture shock evident as Isreali league opens
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on C5
Puzzled broadcasters calling the first professional baseball game in Israeli history struggled with rendering baseball lingo into the holy tongue of Hebrew.
Ex-closer Beck dead at 38
By Greg Beacham - Associated Press Sports Writer
June 25, 2007 in print edition on C5
Rod Beck, an All-Star relief pitcher who wore a bushy mustache while earning 286 career saves, has died. He was 38.
Beavers repeat as champs
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on C5
Oregon State became the first team in a decade to repeat as College World Series champion, completing a dominant run through the tournament with a 9-3 victory over North Carolina on Sunday night.
Coach K: Why all the hate for Duke?
By Bryan Strickland - The Durham Herald-Sun
June 25, 2007 in print edition on C2
Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski recently completed a three-week family vacation to a secluded stretch of North Carolina coastline, only occasionally crossing paths with fellow beachgoers during his daily one-hour walks.
Group suggests ‘vision’ for homeless
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B2
City commissioners will consider adopting a new vision statement regarding how to provide service to the community’s homeless population.
MS Society seeks Bike Tour volunteers
J-W Staff Reports
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B2
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society seeks volunteers to assist with the MS Bike Tour in September. Volunteers are needed to help with event planning and on the day of the event to act as corner marshals, rest stop staff, support and gear drivers, medical volunteers, ham radio operators, motorcycle support riders and more.
On the record
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B2
Lawrence crime blotter
Lawrence Datebook
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B2
Events around Lawrence.
Rec calendar
June 25, 2007
Houston the hard way
KU strength coach cycles solo to Texas town in seven days
By Andrew Hartsock
June 25, 2007 in print edition on C6
About a week after Chris Dawson bought his first bike since childhood, he returned to Sunflower Outdoor and Bike as he continued to tweak his ride.
Research may bring echinacea back in favor
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A5
America’s on-again, off-again romance with echinacea could be on again.
Black college enrollment in South passes milestone
By Justin Pope - Associated Press Writer
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A5
For the first time ever in the South, blacks are as well represented on college campuses as they are in the region’s population as a whole — something not yet true of the country overall.
U.S. apple growers brace for competition from China
By Kimberly Hefling - Associated Press Writer
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A5
Farmers have been growing apples here since before the Civil War, and as times have changed, they have changed with them, planting smaller trees to speed up harvests and growing popular new varieties to satisfy changing tastes.
People in the news
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A2
• David Hyde Pierce starts Alzheimer’s campaign • Half-brotherly love reunites Lennons • ‘Evan Almighty’ faces challenge to stay afloat
Medium part of movie’s teen message
By Kevin McDonough
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A2
Teenage sexuality, conformity and paranoia have been the ingredients of made-for-TV melodramas, movies and novels for decades. “Girl, Positive” (8 p.m., Lifetime) puts a new spin on the old “girl in trouble” genre and stars “90210” star Jennie Garth, to boot.
Critics make no ‘Secret’ of disliking book
By Tara Burghart - Associated Press Writer
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A2
The woman with long, dark hair looks yearningly at the gold necklace in the window of a jewelry store. She fixates on the bling. There’s some kind of disruption in the atmosphere. And then, the necklace is draped around her neck.
Injuries believed to be war’s worst
By Marilyn Marchione - Associated Press Writer
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A7
He lies flat, unseeing eyes fixed on the ceiling, tubes and machines feeding him, breathing for him, keeping him alive. He cannot walk or talk, but he can grimace and cry. And he is fully aware of what has happened to him.
Generals question whether Iraqis can hold gains
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A7
The U.S. commander of a new offensive north of Baghdad, reclaiming insurgent territory day by day, said Sunday his Iraqi partners may be too weak to hold onto the gains.
Saddam’s cousin ’Chemical Ali’ to hang for Kurdish crackdown
By Sinan Salaheddin and Omar Sinan - Associated Press Writers
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A7
Saddam Hussein’s cousin, known as “Chemical Ali,” and two other regime officials were sentenced Sunday to hang for slaughtering up to 180,000 Kurdish men, women and children with chemical weapons, artillery barrages and mass executions two decades ago.
Serena confident as Wimbledon looms
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on C8
Not one to doubt herself, or pay any heed to those who do, Serena Williams likes her chances as she returns to the All England Club.
Endorsements hang in balance of 1-2 drama
By Percy Allen - The Seattle Times
June 25, 2007 in print edition on C8
In monetary terms, the difference between Nos. 1 and 2 in Thursday’s NBA Draft is about $1.9 million in the span of a four-year rookie contract.
One honk or two? Blazers undecided
Portland brass haven’t reached a consensus on whether to tap Oden or Durant
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on C8
E-mails arrive for Portland Trail Blazers general manager Kevin Pritchard reading simply “honk” or “honk, honk.”
Resident confused about Westar policy
Electric company says replacing exposed wire is homeowner’s responsibility
By Scott Rothschild
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A1
Brenda Skeffington said she has been going back and forth with Westar Energy Inc. for more than a year about an exposed wire leading to her house.
Drug-resistant staph may be more common than thought
By Mike Stobbe - Associated Press Writer
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A1
A dangerous, drug-resistant staph germ may be infecting as many as 5 percent of hospital and nursing home patients, according to a comprehensive study.
Nuclear official departs for N. Korea talks
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A6
A senior official from the U.N. nuclear watchdog left for North Korea on Sunday to discuss how the agency’s inspectors would monitor and verify the shutdown of the Yongbyon nuclear reactor.
Airport tackles pigeon problem
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A6
Beijing’s airport is declaring war on pigeons. Flocks of pigeons are thronging the airport, crashing into planes and threatening public safety, the state-run China Daily newspaper says. Some are carrier pigeons raised as pets, a centuries-old Beijing tradition.
Alternative fuel gas extracted from ocean
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A6
South Korea has extracted gas hydrate — an alternative fuel source Seoul hopes might help reduce its heavy dependence on oil imports — in its eastern territorial waters, a news report said Sunday.
Fierce storm kills at least 228
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A6
Torrential rains deluged Karachi, a southern port city, collapsing mud homes, snapping power lines and killing 228 people, officials said Sunday.
Darfur strategy, French relations on Rice’s agenda
By Anne Gearan - Associated Press Writer
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A6
The world has fallen down on the job of ending the violence in Sudan’s Darfur region, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said Sunday as she welcomed the fresh energy that France’s new conservative-led government has put to the cause.
Blair hands over party leadership
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A6
Gordon Brown, Britain’s next prime minister, on Sunday promised a foreign policy that recognizes that defeating terrorism is as much a struggle of ideas as a military battle — a lesson he said was drawn from Iraq.
Israel releases aid ahead of summit
By Amy Teibel - Associated Press Writer
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A6
Israel agreed Sunday to release desperately needed funds to Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, a day before the moderate leader planned to meet the heads of Egypt, Israel and Jordan in a summit meant to bolster him in his struggle with Hamas.
Explosion in Lebanon kills 6 U.N. peacekeepers
By Sam F. Ghattas and Zeina Karam - Associated Press Writers
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A6
A car bomb killed six U.N. peacekeepers on patrol in southern Lebanon Sunday in the first attack on the international force since it was expanded after last summer’s war between Israel and Hezbollah guerrillas.
Owners fall for their fainting goats
By Erin Castaneda
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B1
Wayne and Kathy Gillett have to be careful around their kids — they never know when one might faint. The month-old “fainting goats” the McLouth couple keep on part of their 20 acres are especially prone to the muscle seizures this rare breed is known for.
Tour flows through 16 water gardens
By George Diepenbrock
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B1
Goldfish and lily pads stole the show this weekend across Lawrence and Douglas County.
Katrina recovery has legal lessons
KU students help at New Orleans law clinic
By George Diepenbrock
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B1
Nearly two years after Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast, the situation has improved, but some residents of New Orleans are still trying to stabilize their lives.
Tiller’s political pull with AG at issue
Anti-abortion groups say Morrison will drop investigation of abortion doctor
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B1
Dr. George Tiller looms large in Kansas politics as Attorney General Paul Morrison finishes a criminal investigation of the Wichita doctor, nationally known for performing late-term abortions.
Report: Board checking doctor’s prescriptions
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B8
A doctor whose murder conviction was overturned on appeal a decade ago is now being investigated for prescribing large quantities of OxyContin and other painkillers, a newspaper reported Sunday.
County has two meetings today
By Mike Belt
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B8
Douglas County commissioners will meet at 3:30 p.m. today for a closed-door executive session to discuss a legal issue with the county counselor.
All D.C. roads lead to political scheme
By Elizabeth Black
June 25, 2007 in print edition on D1
When I talk about the Beltway Conspiracy, I don’t mean an insider Washington political conspiracy. I mean the Beltway itself is a conspiracy.
Avoid scams on home repair
McClatchy-Tribune News Services
June 25, 2007 in print edition on D1
Warm weather is when the pests come out — the kind who try to rip you off on home improvements, that is.
Toronto nearly has big day
McGowan loses no-no in 9th, Thomas hits 499
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on C4
Dustin McGowan was looking for a no-hitter and a milestone for Frank Thomas, all in the same game.
Wright works out in Charlotte
Charlotte Observer
June 25, 2007 in print edition on C3
Any dad who has spent a hot summer day chasing around kids knows how Julian Wright felt Saturday: Those little guys wear you out.
Drop in city funding won’t affect show
By Mike Belt
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A4
Lawrence Jaycees will again put on a public Fourth of July fireworks display on the Kansas River levee across from Burcham Park.
Personal trainers help many kids shape up
By Jamie Stengle - Associated Press Writer
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A4
Nearly a million American youngsters, some as young as 6, rely on personal trainers to shape up, lose weight or improve in sports, according to figures from the nation’s leading sports club association.
Gathright helps Kansas City walk over Brewers
The Associated Press
June 25, 2007 in print edition on C1
The patient Kansas City Royals waited while Milwaukee’s pitchers hurt themselves.
City seen
Metro transplant’s art hails urban landscape
By Mindie Paget
June 25, 2007 in print edition on D1
Janet Satz feels like a voyeur when she visits the city. Whether she’s in Chicago, where she grew up, or New York, where she lived before moving to Lawrence, she often finds herself glancing into high-rise windows while riding the train into the heart of the metropolis. “There’s always something going on, something behind the facade,” Satz says. “I find the city is very mysterious.”
Money tip
By Marshall Loeb - MarketWatch
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A8
Here are four instances when it would be wise to reach for the phone instead of sending an e-mail, according to David Shipley and Will Schwalbe, authors of “Send: The Essential Guide to E-mail for Office and Home.”:
Booted out and fitting in
By J.T. O'Donnell & Dale Dauten
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A8
Q: I was transferred to a facility where I had difficulty “fitting in.” Then I was terminated for sexual harassment. I did not say or do the things I was accused of.
State tax seminar available Thursday
J-W Staff Reports
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A8
The Kansas University Small Business Development Center, in conjunction with the Kansas Department of Revenue, will present two small-business tax seminars Thursday.
Chamber to serve ‘thank-you’ treats
J-W Staff Reports
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A8
Volunteers from the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce will fan out across the business community during the next few days, celebrating Business Appreciation Month by distributing thousands of yummy treats. Cupcakes.
Trust officer attends seminar on fraud
J-W Staff Reports
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A8
Barbara J. Braa, a trust officer with CornerBank, Lawrence, attended “Rethinking Aging: An Educational Program for Bankers on Preventing Fraud of the Elderly,” June 13 in Wichita.
Life after death for Harry?
Potter’s fate may spoil studio’s future
By Claudia Eller - Los Angeles Times
June 25, 2007 in print edition on A8
Warner Bros., the studio behind the “Harry Potter” blockbusters, could find itself in an awkward position when author J.K. Rowling lets the black cat out of the bag next month about the ultimate fate of her characters.
War drives health care reform
By James P. Pinkerton - Special to Newsday
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B7
Michael Moore’s new documentary, “Sicko,” is coming along just in time to get credit for launching a national debate on health care. But the irony is that the biggest single factor in the renewed push toward national health insurance is coming not from Moore’s advocacy but from the Iraq war, which Moore loathes so much.
New York leading ‘08 race
By Philip Dine - St. Louis Post-Dispatch
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B7
The Heartland and most of the rest of the country has long had an iffy view of New York, admiring its energy but wary of its culture, personality and values.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B6
From the Lawrence Daily World for June 25, 1907: “Seven persons were hurt and much damage resulted as a tornado roared through Medicine Lodge last night.
Nation quietly getting liberal
By Leonard Pitts Jr.
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B6
A story, probably apocryphal. Impatient driver is waiting at intersection as pedestrian crosses in front of him. Pedestrian is slow. Driver leans from his window and yells, “Get out of the street you (bleep) liberal.” As I said, the story — I picked it up in a magazine somewhere — probably didn’t happen. But it sure feels true, doesn’t it?
New French leadership a gift for Bush
By Jim Hoagland
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B6
France’s new president is a hurricane of fresh air. In five weeks, Nicolas Sarkozy has fashioned a government unlike anything the French have seen in diversity and appeal across party lines. He has launched or endorsed new French initiatives on Darfur, Kosovo, Lebanon and European integration. He has even appointed staff watchdogs to hold him to the sweeping campaign promises he made.
Firefighters
Why would a judge imply that local firefighters did not perform their best in a three-fatality fire?
J-W Editorials
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B6
Firefighters have figured prominently in the news in recent days, locally and elsewhere. Some of the recent headlines have been tragic while others have been questionable.
Events calendar
June 25, 2007 in print edition on D2
Events around Lawrence.
Horoscopes
June 25, 2007 in print edition on B5
Those with birthdays today: You sparkle this year. Others note your unusual creativity, endurance and strength.
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