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Also from November 29

Audio clips

• Former Massachusetts governor and one-time Democratic presidential candidate Michael Dukakis
• Lawrence All-City Jazz Band

Births

• Joanne and Chris Earl, Lawrence, a girl.
• Bryan and Rebecca Smith, Lawrence, a girl.
• Shawn and Jackie Jaimez, Lawrence, a girl.
• Colleen and Mike Gerrish, Lawrence, a boy.
• David and Amy Mance, Leavenworth, a boy.
• Jermaine Pugh and Tee-Jay Barnhart, Lawrence, a boy.
• Jennifer Thompson, Lawrence, a girl.
• Canan Kocabasoglu-Hillmer and Matthew Hillmer, Lawrence, a boy.

Blog entries

• Congressional Briefing: Boyda tries to provide Medicare answers
• Heard on the Hill: Looking at the BCS through academics

Obituaries

• Warren Richard Anderson
• Ralph E. Pine, Jr., Lawrence
• Verna L. Guy, Lawrence
• Elnora Bernice Dixon, Winchester
• Dorothy M. Harmison Phillips, Lawrence

On the street

• Do you use the downtown parking garage?

Photos

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Photo galleries

Podcasts

• The Morning Rush: City parking

Polls

Is the KU football team performing well enough in the classroom?

Poll results

Response	Percent
Yes		60%
No		30%
Undecided		9%
Total	568

Videos

• If you relish the Invigerator Dopplebock or the Octoberfest at …
• Lawrence police arrest the fourth and final person connected to …
• A former presidential candidate spoke to a packed house about …
• A Democratic House member who represents Douglas County in Topeka …
• The city’s Parks and Recreation Department announced today it is …
• A group of pioneering women are honored today for making …
• Lawrence High School history students got a window into ‘Bleeding …
• The first “Mayors and Players Turn It On!” fundraiser brought …
• The holiday season got a little bit brighter for Tonganoxie …
• The Lawrence School District Boundary Committee will tackle junior high …
• Cut phone lines led to busy signals for Lawrence schools …
• Senior Mallory West spends her days and most of her …
• Three seasons on the hill and just four career starts …
• This morning the American Football Coaches’ Association named junior cornerback …
• Last night Kansas crushed Florida Atlantic to improve to a …
• Marla Jackson talks about her creative process for her quilt …
• Videocast for November 29
• Sid Ziegler, owner of Ziegler Corp., talks about a scam …

All stories

6Sports video: Chalmers: Teahan’s three-pointers ‘automatic’

November 29, 2007

Last night Kansas crushed Florida Atlantic to improve to a perfect 6-0. Among the highlights: how about freshman walk-on Connor Teahan? Kansas City Rockhurst High grad scored 9 points in 9 minutes.

6News story: Construction causes busy signal for school district phones

November 29, 2007

Cut phone lines led to busy signals for Lawrence schools and School District Headquarters for much of the day today. School officials say the line was cut due to street construction at 3rd and Wisconsin.

6News story: Final suspect arrested in kidnapping case

November 29, 2007

Lawrence police arrest the fourth and final person connected to a kidnapping earlier this month at a south Lawrence apartment complex.

6News story: Tonganoxie lights up for holidays

November 29, 2007

The holiday season got a little bit brighter for Tonganoxie residents tonight. A new Christmas tree was lit downtown.

6Sports video: D-Jax earns 5th start of career

November 29, 2007

Three seasons on the hill and just four career starts for Darnell Jackson. Last night in D-Jax’s 91st game as a Jayhawk, he earned start number 5.

6News story: Children’s Hour founders honored

By Lindsey Slater

November 29, 2007

A group of pioneering women are honored today for making their idea for an affordable early education center a reality. 6News reporter Lindsey Slater finds out who these women passed on their school of thought.

6News story: KS House member eyes Senate

November 29, 2007

A Democratic House member who represents Douglas County in Topeka may make a run at a seat for Senator in the next election. 10th District Representative Tom Holland says he’s “strongly considering” challenging Republican Senator Roger Pine.

6News story: City cutting rec center hours

November 29, 2007

The city’s Parks and Recreation Department announced today it is cutting the hours of operation at the Community Building, the East Lawrence Recreation Center, and the Holcom Park Recreation Center from December 2 to January 5.

6Sports video: Mallory West named Scholar-Athlete of the Month

By Andrew Baker

November 29, 2007

Senior Mallory West spends her days and most of her nights at Lawrence High School. She doesn’t do it because she has to. She does it because she wants to.

6News story: Fundraiser to feature local celebrities

November 29, 2007

The first “Mayors and Players Turn It On!” fundraiser brought in $3300 for local families struggling with utility bills, and tomorrow organizers hope to do better.

6News story: Boundary committee to look at junior highs first

November 29, 2007

The Lawrence School District Boundary Committee will tackle junior high lines as its first task. Junior high students pick classes in January, so the committee wants to make any changes by the end of the year.

6Sports video: Talib named All-American

November 29, 2007

This morning the American Football Coaches’ Association named junior cornerback Aqib Talib a first-team All-American.

6News story: LHS students experience ‘Bleeding Kansas’

November 29, 2007

Lawrence High School history students got a window into ‘Bleeding Kansas’ history this month. Author Diane Eickhoff portrayed early Douglas County settler Clarina Nicholas for about 50 students.

6News story: Major expansion brewing for Free State

November 29, 2007

If you relish the Invigerator Dopplebock or the Octoberfest at Lawrence’s Free State Brewing Company, you’re in luck. A planned expansion for the business will have them making more of everything on tap and pouring more time into new creations.

6News story: Dukakis draws packed house

November 29, 2007

A former presidential candidate spoke to a packed house about his political past and shared his views of presidential politics.

6News Now: LHS students learn about ‘Bleeding Kansas’ era

November 29, 2007

In tonight’s 6News and tomorrow’s Lawrence Journal-World, Lawrence High School history students had a view of “Bleeding Kansas” history, and a popular downtown restaurant is brewing up some major expansion plans.

School district phones out of service, hotline set up

By Lindsey Slater

11:46 a.m., November 29, 2007 Updated 03:54 p.m.

In case of any emergencies, the district’s hotline cell phone can be reached at (785) 218-4970.

‘Peter Pan’ a magically manic musical

By Dean Bevan

November 29, 2007

A well-filled house, including many enthusiastic children, was entertained by Wednesday’s performance of “Peter Pan.”

Free State swimming third at Topeka West

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B3

The Free State High boys swimming team took third Wednesday at the Topeka West Invitational.

Fans honor ‘Sexy Rexy’

By Benton Smith

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B6

Kansas University basketball fans welcomed former guard Rex Walters back to Allen Fieldhouse on Wednesday night with a rousing ovation in pregame introductions. One fan brandished a sign that read: “Welcome Back Sexy Rexy.”

KU in contact with BCS bowls

By Ryan Wood

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B1

The University of Georgia recently sent a marketing package to the Rose, Orange and Fiesta bowls showing just how the school is going to sell a boat-load of tickets to whichever game the Bulldogs are invited. This is what the at-large BCS bowl candidates do in the days leading up to Selection Sunday.

Obesity rates plateau

By Mike Stobbe - Associated Press Writer

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A7

Obesity rates in U.S. women seem to be staying level, and the rate in men may be hitting a plateau now, too, according to a new government report released Wednesday. With more than 72 million Americans counted as obese, adult obesity rates for both sexes seem to be holding steady at about 34 percent, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported.

A night of repeats and factory tours

By Kevin McDonough

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B10

The end of November sweeps month brings us to the season of repeats. At least half of tonight’s prime time series are not original. This would probably be the case even without the Writers Guild of America’s strike and the dwindling number of completed episodes.

‘88 presidential nominee to share insights

By Jonathan Kealing

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A3

Michael Dukakis wants to know why Kansas is called a “red state.” The state elected a Democratic governor. And just as many members of the Kansas delegation to the U.S. House of Representatives are Democrats as are Republicans, he points out.

Community college classes to be taught in Lawrence

Career, technical courses to be offered in partnership with school district

By Jonathan Kealing

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A1

Not all jobs in Lawrence require a college degree, but many of them require more than a high school education. For many years, the best way to get those specialized classes was to drive the 32 miles from Lawrence to Johnson County Community College in Overland Park. Starting Jan. 30, the trip could be a lot shorter, with JCCC classes being offered in Lawrence for the first time.

Poor treatment

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A11

To the editor: We’re appalled at the shabby way Kansas and Missouri fans were treated at Arrowhead on Saturday night. Yes, we were there. A senior Kansas University administrator told us that the Chiefs tried to save money with fewer parking attendants, fewer portable toilets, fewer gate staff. A Chiefs game the next day should not mean that college fans the night before should be treated so poorly.

Douglas County AIDS Project’s annual auction is Sunday

Douglas County AIDS Project’s annual auction is Sunday

By Kristi Henderson - khenderson@ljworld.com

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A3

When Marty Olson’s close friend died this summer, he was moved to do something to memorialize him. So, Olson, who is an artist and owner of Do’s Deluxe hair salon, put his reflections of his friend on canvas.

Kansas basketball notebook

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B7

Stuff me now, not later: Brandon Rush, who had 17 points off 6-of-14 shooting in 19 minutes, had a dunk try snuffed by high-flying FAU player Xavier Perkins in the first half.

KU’s Harris named top newcomer

J-W Staff Reports

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B3

Kansas University cornerback Chris Harris was named Big 12 Defensive Newcomer of the Year by the Associated Press, it was announced Wednesday.

A good, strong start

Jackson propels Jayhawks

By Gary Bedore

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B1

An emotional guy, Darnell Jackson admits that being introduced as a starter at Allen Fieldhouse really gets his blood churning. “When they call your name,” said Jackson, who made his first start of the season and fifth of his four-year Kansas University basketball career Wednesday night, “and you run out there and everybody is yelling, it gives me a lot of energy. I was real comfortable starting the game.”

KU’s Self lauds Walters

By Gary Bedore

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B7

Bill Self joined the Allen Fieldhouse fans in giving Florida Atlantic coach Rex Walters a thunderous ovation during pre-game introductions on Wednesday night. “I got goosebumps,” Self, Kansas University’s fifth-year coach, said of the applause accorded to ex-Jayhawk standout Walters prior to opening tip of the Jayhawks’ 87-49 rout of Walters’ Owls.

LMH projects increase for 2008 budget

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A5

Lawrence Memorial Hospital leaders on Wednesday approved a 2008 budget that projects another strong financial year for the hospital.

Commentary: Sit back and enjoy BCS madness

By David Whitley - Orlando Sentinel

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B2

You can tell college football’s regular season is almost over. The arguing has begun. Which teams deserve a title shot? Who’s getting shafted? What will we see first, a playoff or a Martian president? Things always get contentious, but this year could set the record for holiday angst.

Croyle misses practice

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B2

Quarterback Brodie Croyle missed Kansas City’s practice Wednesday because of a sore back, and his availability for this week’s game against San Diego could be in question.

Lesson learned?

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A11

To the editor: Let me acknowledge first that Missouri University has a slightly better football team than we do. That is precisely why we should have never given up home-field advantage! Bill Snyder refused to give up home field for a road game at K-State as would have Mark Mangino if it were his decision.

Texas Tech to review rider

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B2

A Texas Tech committee is looking into a stunt by the school’s caped mascot, who apparently violated safety policy by riding a horse into the football stadium with the reins in his teeth and hands flung into the air like pistols.

BCS changes unlikely

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B2

One wild and unpredictable college football season won’t cause the Bowl Championship Series to change.

China reports drop in HIV/AIDS infected

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A2

China has 223,501 people infected with HIV, the official Xinhua News Agency said today, a sharp drop in previously reported figures.

Miles may talk to Michigan

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B2

Michigan athletics officials asked for and received permission from LSU to meet with Les Miles about the Wolverines’ head football coaching vacancy.

Baylor names Briles coach

Houston boss leaving after five seasons

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B2

Houston coach Art Briles is next to take on the task of pulling Baylor out of the Big 12 basement. Greeted by enthusiastic applause, Briles flashed the school’s trademark bear claw sign to supporters when he walked into a crowded room to be introduced Wednesday as Baylor’s 25th coach.

Lottery winner on probation for robbery

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A2

The winner of a $1 million lottery scratch ticket may not be so lucky after all: He’s a convicted bank robber who isn’t supposed to gamble.

Huckabee takes fire in GOP YouTube debate

By Steven Thomma - McClatchy Newspapers

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A9

Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee came under attack for the first time in a Republican presidential debate Wednesday, a sure sign of how his recent rise in polls has helped turn the race into a free-for-all five weeks before voting starts.

FSHS back on the attack

Seven Firebirds players battling for starting spots

By Nathan Reed

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B3

Heading into the first week of practice for the 2007-2008 season, Free State High girls basketball coach Bryan Duncan quickly realized he would have a fight on his hands. “We have about seven players fighting for starting spots this year,” Duncan said. “We have some experience and some good athletes coming in.”

Conviction is second for HIV exposure

J-W Staff Reports

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B12

An HIV-infected man already convicted in Douglas County of knowingly exposing women to the virus has been convicted in a second county. A judge found Robert Richardson II, of Lawrence, guilty Wednesday in Lyon County District Court of two counts of exposing another person to a life-threatening communicable disease.

Sonics’ Collison suffers broken nose

Associated Press

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B4

Seattle SuperSonics forward Nick Collison will miss at least the next three games after breaking his nose against the Los Angeles Lakers.

Plants’ CO2 would help crops, lawmaker says

By Scott Rothschild

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A1

A state legislator Wednesday criticized rejection of two coal-fired power plants in western Kansas, saying carbon dioxide emissions were good for crops. “One of the really good things about CO2 is that plants perform better under stress (drought, etc.) with increased levels of CO2,” Rep. Larry Powell, R-Garden City, said in a letter disseminated to the media.

Nurturing the arts

After 33 years, the Lawrence Arts Center will be looking for a new leader.

J-W Editorials

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A10

It wouldn’t seem inappropriate for the Lawrence Arts Center to call Ann Evans, “mom.” Others were involved in giving birth to the center, but Evans is the only executive director it has ever known. She nurtured it in its first home, the former Carnegie Library building at Ninth and Vermont streets, and helped it spread its wings into a new space in the 900 block of New Hampshire in 2002.

Senior services collecting cell phones

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B12

Douglas County Senior Services is collecting donated used cell phones for the “911 Cell Phones for Seniors” program. Cell phones are given to seniors requesting them to be used in emergency situations.

Keegan: Teahan on top of heap

By Tom Keegan

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B1

The toughest thing about garbage time during a college basketball game is watching the patronizing cheers for walk-ons and the gut-busting by the regulars that takes place on the bench when one of the non-scholarship players scores.

LHS grad Hooper signs with Astros

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B3

Kevin Hooper, a former Lawrence High baseball standout, has left the Detroit Tigers organization and signed a minor-league free-agent contract with the Houston Astros.

Thompson run unconventional

By Peter Brown

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A11

Fred Thompson’s presidential campaign has been unorthodox since Day 1, and his decision to grab the “third rail” of American politics with both hands is a clear indication that he really is a different kind of candidate.

Tigers tumble at Arkansas

Associated Press

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B5

Mike Anderson’s return to Bud Walton Arena ended a little sooner than he wanted. “I don’t think our guys lost,” Anderson said. “They just ran out of time.” Charles Thomas scored 21 points and defended two last-second 3-pointers by Missouri, helping Arkansas hold off the Tigers, 94-91, Wednesday night. Anderson, Missouri’s coach, spent 17 seasons as an assistant at Arkansas.

Tar Heels dispatch OSU; Spartans crush N.C. State

Associated Press

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B5

North Carolina didn’t need any help from apparitions. It just seemed that way to cold-shooting Ohio State. Wayne Ellington and Deon Thompson led a second-half surge, and the top-ranked Tar Heels held Ohio State without a field goal for almost 11 minutes in a 66-55 victory Wednesday night.

James suffers sprain of left index finger

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B4

LeBron James sprained his left index finger in the second quarter Wednesday night and did not return for the Cleveland Cavaliers against the Detroit Pistons. The Cavs said X-rays were negative, adding he would be evaluated again today.

Competitive fire still burns

Despite consecutive titles, the No. 48 team feels it has plenty of room for improvement

By David Poole - McClatchy Newspapers

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B8

With two straight championships in hand, it’s hard to argue that Jimmie Johnson and his race team are not the best in the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series right now. The question is, though, are they still getting better?

KU player submits diversion application

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A3

Dezmon Briscoe, a leading receiver on this year’s Kansas University football team, has submitted a diversion application to Douglas County District Court.

Gingerbread auction slated for Tuesday

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A3

The community is invited to the 13th annual Eldridge Hotel Gingerbread Festival and Auction at 7 p.m. Tuesday to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Douglas County.

Fire department plans holiday fundraiser

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A3

The Sarcoxie Township Fire Department is planning a Holiday Arts and Crafts Bazaar on Saturday at the Douglas County 4-H Fairgrounds.

Mideast summit closes

Moscow offers follow-up conference

By Jennifer Loven - Associated Press Writer

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A8

President Bush told the leaders of Israel and the Palestinian territories on Wednesday he is personally committed to their mission of peace, urging them to stick with it and not lose sight of their goal.

KU student recovering from hepatitis A

By Jonathan Kealing

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A5

A Kansas University student has been diagnosed with hepatitis A, a liver disease that can lead to nausea, fever, diarrhea and jaundice. The student, who lives in one of the university’s residence halls, was diagnosed last week but has been at his out-of-state home since Nov. 8, when he began experiencing symptoms.

Leader picks former rock singer for Cabinet

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A2

Prime Minister-elect Kevin Rudd named his Cabinet on Thursday, choosing a woman as deputy leader for the first time, a former rock singer as environment minister and a lawyer from the Outback as foreign minister.

Church defends itself against Chavez rhetoric

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A8

Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez’s habit of verbally attacking his enemies appears to have backfired in his dealings with one of the country’s most prestigious institutions - a Catholic church critical of the president.

City seeks parking solution

Report: 500-space garage has spots available day or night on top level

By Chad Lawhorn

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A1

Parking in downtown Lawrence is looking up. No, check that. Parkers in downtown Lawrence should be looking up. At least that’s the message of a new city study. A report by city staff members has found that parking can be found anytime day or night in downtown, if motorists are willing to look up - as in up to the third floor of the city’s parking garage at Ninth and New Hampshire streets.

County OKs site plan

By Mike Belt

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A4

A revised site plan for a farm for developmentally disabled people near Baldwin City was approved by the Douglas County Commission on Wednesday. Community Living Opportunities will relocate a private drive, two houses, part of a recreation trail and a multipurpose building. A swimming pool and pool shelter are being removed from the Midnight Farm plan because of concern about liability issues.

People in the news

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B10

¢ Strike ends; Broadway shows to resume today¢ Usher and wife welcome son Usher Raymond V¢ Castroneves, fiancee call off engagement¢ Pregnant Christina Aguilera bares her belly¢ Winfrey meets student claiming abuse at school ¢ Lohan’s deposition can be videotaped

On the record

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A4

A 22-year-old Lawrence man reported the theft of a concrete power saw worth $1,000 to Lawrence police on Tuesday. The theft occurred about 7 p.m. Tuesday in the 1700 block of Massachusetts Street.

CT scans raise risk of cancer, often aren’t needed, study warns

By Marilynn Marchione - Associated Press Writer

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A1

Millions of Americans, especially children, are needlessly getting dangerous radiation from “super X-rays” that raise the risk of cancer and are increasingly used to diagnose medical problems, a new report warns. In a few decades, as many as 2 percent of all cancers in the United States might be due to radiation from CT scans given now, according to the authors of the report.

Mideast efforts a huge gamble for U.S.

By Trudy Rubin

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A10

The one-day Annapolis peace conference on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict really scared me. It wasn’t the idea: I thought President Bush should have made an effort to restart the peace process years ago. What disturbed me was that the president doesn’t appear to realize the size of the gamble he’s made.

Field & Stream picks best bets for fishing

November 29, 2007 in print edition on C1

Get warm, fish rich, travel cheap. That’s the advice from Field & Stream magazine, which names 10 destinations where you can go fishing this winter and escape the cold without busting your budget.

Ex-first lady asks for loaner car

By Bert Wilkinson - Associated Press Writer

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A12

Guyana’s former first lady on Wednesday appealed to her fellow citizens to lend her a car to carry out charitable work, complaining she currently has to walk or take a bus. In a bizarre news conference, Varshnie Jagdeo said state cars are no longer available to take her to her job at a children’s charity. Her nearly nine-year marriage to President Bharrat Jagdeo ended with their separation in April.

State funding

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A11

To the editor: While I agree the outcome of the MU-KU football game might have been different if played on our home turf, and I was disgusted that the game was moved from Lawrence and, by the way, out of Kansas, let us not spend too much time blaming Lew Perkins or Chancellor Hemenway.

IRS has money to return

Agency seeking 36 county residents for tax refunds

By Mark Fagan

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B11

Hey, Patrick Shehan, Nikolas Quigley and Lolita Patterson: The IRS wants to hear from you and 33 other Douglas County residents. The government still has your money, and wants to give it back.

Give floors, carpets a green cleaning

McClatchy Tribune News Services

November 29, 2007 in print edition on C1

Would you like your living room area to have that fresh, springlike smell? Certainly, commercial cleaning products can help you achieve this. But with a little ingenuity, you can give your home’s rooms a green, clean twist on your own.

Winter blooms brighten households

By Jennifer Oldridge

November 29, 2007 in print edition on C1

Deep into the recesses of November, there’s a lull in the gardening scene. All the flora outside is spent, the bulbs you’re trying to force for the arrival of the upcoming holiday season are still in their foliage stage, and things might be looking a little drab. But never fear - some saviors of the plant world are in full, gloriously colorful bloom at a nursery, flower shop or even a grocery store near you.

Horoscopes

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B10

Emotional extremes mark next year. Getting a clear picture might be difficult. This distortion leads to many surprises and disappointments. You do have the choice of tossing aside the rose-colored glasses. If you are single, you might often feel as if you have met “the one,” only to discover, oops, wrong again! f you are attached, as a couple you discover the true meaning of being connected.

Commodities

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B11

Agriculture futures advanced Wednesday on the Chicago Board of Trade. Wheat for March delivery rose 30 cents to $8.81; December corn gained 3.3 cents to $3.872; March oats rose 1.25 cents to $2.84; January soybeans gained 5.75 cents to $10.8014.

Former vice defense chief arrested in scandal

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A8

A former top Japanese defense bureaucrat and his wife were arrested Wednesday on suspicion they accepted lavish gifts from companies - including one linked to General Electric - in exchange for contracts, officials said.

Missing girl apparently led double life as Web porn star

By Roxana Hegeman - Associated Press Writer

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A8

A missing Kansas college student believed to be the victim of foul play apparently led a double life as an Internet porn star by the name of Zoey Zane. Nude photos of 18-year-old Emily Sander appeared on a Zoey Zane Web site before she vanished, and investigators are looking into whether her modeling had anything to do with her disappearance last Friday.

Regifting can stretch your holiday budget

By Michelle Singletary

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B11

I can’t let the holiday season go by without talking about regifting. To regift is to give someone something you didn’t want or can’t use. I’ve been a regifter for years, long before it became hip - and controversial. I learned to regift from my grandmother, Big Mama, who raised me and my brothers and sisters.

KU musicians announce holiday concert

November 29, 2007 in print edition on C2

Kansas University’s Collegium Musicum will perform music by Johann Sebastian Bach and other composers in an upcoming holiday concert. The event will be at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 6 in Bales Organ Recital Hall.

Simpson declares he is not guilty; trial date set

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A2

O.J. Simpson stood before a judge Wednesday and firmly spoke a phrase he has uttered in other courtrooms in the past: “Not guilty.”

6,000 Sunnis join security pact with U.S.

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A8

Nearly 6,000 Sunni Arab residents of the northern city of Hawija joined a security pact with American forces Wednesday in what U.S. officers described as a critical step in plugging the remaining escape routes for extremists flushed from former strongholds.

‘Medical sleuth’ speculates Lincoln may have been dying of cancer

By Gabrielle Russon - Chicago Tribune

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A8

Maybe it’s the classic story about the underdog who strives to be great. Perhaps it’s the sad eyes of the first president to be assassinated. Whatever the reason, Abraham Lincoln has become a figure who is scrutinized and speculated on over and over again.

Dangers of reporting in Iraq called unprecedented

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A2

American journalists covering Iraq say they face unprecedented dangers with many reporting that they’ve worked closely with Iraqi colleagues who have been killed or kidnapped, according to a survey released Wednesday.

Our town sports

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B8

Community sports in Lawrence

Stocks climb with hopes of another interest rate cut

By Kate Gibson - MarketWatch

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B11

U.S. stocks climbed for a second day Wednesday, with the Dow scoring its largest percentage leap so far this year, and a revived financial sector paving the way after a Federal Reserve official bolstered hopes for additional interest-rate cuts ahead.

Anti-tax groups want to limit state spending

By Scott Rothschild

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A5

Anti-tax groups on Wednesday launched a statewide advertising campaign to pressure the Legislature to hold down spending. Alan Cobb, state director of the Kansas chapter of Americans for Prosperity, said the public needs to get involved in the budget debate because of a looming fiscal crisis. “We have to get this spending under control,” Cobb said.

Roberts: God forced resignation from ORU

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A2

Richard Roberts told students at Oral Roberts University on Wednesday that he did not want to resign as president of the scandal-plagued evangelical school but did so because God insisted.

FDA wants to know what’s shakin’ with salt

By Ricardo Alonso-Zaldivar - Los Angeles Times

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A2

Best known for deciding whether medications are safe and effective, the Food and Drug Administration is weighing whether to crack down on plain old salt, which doctors say is harmful in the quantities most Americans consume.

Baker University plans Vespers concert

November 29, 2007 in print edition on C2

The 77th annual Christmas Candlelight Vespers will be at 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sunday at First United Methodist Church, Eighth and Grove streets.

Water perennial plants now to prevent damage

By Jennifer Smith

November 29, 2007 in print edition on C2

Ever since daytime temperatures dropped, my skin has been drying out. I use hand lotions, facial moisturizers and lip protectants, and I consume as much water as I can. Plants are a little different - no lotions and protectants, but all perennial plants need water to survive winter.

Hawaii measure conjures up new ‘tribe’

By George Will

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A10

Under legislation that the House of Representatives has voted 261-153 to foist on Hawaii, Goering’s role would be played by a panel empowered to decide who is a “Native Hawaiian” and entitled to special privileges and immunities. Because there are perhaps only 7,000 “pure” Native Hawaiians, “Hawaiian blood” will inevitably be the criterion and the “one-drop rule” likely will prevail. Goering would have approved of this racialist sorting-out.

Musharraf finally relinquishes top army job to stay president

By Munir Ahmad - Associated Press Writer

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A2

A tearful Pervez Musharraf ended a four-decade military career Wednesday, giving up his army commander’s ceremonial baton on the eve of taking an oath as the purely civilian president of Pakistan.

Cases test search limits

Lawrence appeal is one of two challenging police actions

By Scott Rothschild

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A3

Two minor drug cases, including one in Lawrence, have led to major constitutional questions before the Kansas Supreme Court over when police can search a person. The court will hear oral arguments at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in a dispute arising from the June 16, 2005, arrest of Paul Martin near Trinity Episcopal Church, 1011 Vt.

Pump patrol

November 29, 2007 in print edition on A3

The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $2.89 at several locations.

Stop ‘n’ go

November 29, 2007 in print edition on B8

¢ Hendrick alum named crew chief for Labonte¢ TV ratings decline for season-ending races

New age of jazz

Citywide alliance teaches music style to youths

By Terry Rombeck

November 29, 2007 in print edition on C1

Paul Morgenroth, alto sax strapped to his neck, is looking around the room, hoping to find a brave soul to take an improv solo. It’s one thing for these junior high musicians to play off the printed page, and another for them to just play what the spirit moves them - preferably in the right key. Gradually, Morgenroth, co-director of the Lawrence All-City Junior High Jazz Band, finds a few takers.