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Do you support the Lawrence school district offering early retirement to teachers?

Response Percent
Yes
 
 55%
No
 
 36%
Don’t know
 
 7%
Total 263
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12:00 a.m.
Kansas University junior Meghan McElwain, right, of Oakland, Calif., helps KU sophomore Eliza Smithson off the track Sunday after Smithson finished the TherapyWorks Half Marathon at Haskell Stadium. Smithson, of Overland Park, said it was her first half marathon. “I’ve never had so many people tell me I could do it,” she said. “I was so motivated.” Runners enjoy weather, city tour
By Alexander Parker
April 21, 2008 in print edition on 3A
The thousands of runners that descended on Lawrence on Sunday for the TherapyWorks Half Marathon and 5K got more than they bargained for. In addition to perfect weather and fewer hills, runners got a tour of Lawrence that opened the eyes of even those familiar with the city.
7:00 a.m.
Jan Dicker, a first-grade teacher at Sunset Hill School works with students in her class last month. Dicker has been in the district for 24 years and plans to take early retirement at the end of the school year. At left is Eliza Haase, and in foreground at right is Garrett Romero. Teachers’ retirement benefits may change
By George Diepenbrock
April 21, 2008 in print edition on 1A
Jan Dicker’s teaching career in Lawrence has been filled with accolades, and now the Sunset Hill School first-grade teacher is planning to reap the benefits. Dicker, 61, is probably best known for teaching 20 years at the now-closed Grant School in North Lawrence.
12:00 p.m.
Wellsville seniors Amiee Charles, center, and her boyfriend Alex Bachman, right, share a moment while gathering with others from their class to have photos taken in a Wellsville neighborhood. An evening on the town
By John Henry
April 21, 2008 in print edition on 1A
Before attending the Wellsville High School prom Saturday, students strolled through downtown in the traditional prom walk, showing off their formal attire to residents gathered to watch. About 50 couples participated in the walk before going to dinner and the dance at the high school.
4:00 p.m.
Lawrence High School students Taylor Bussinger, left, and Andy Urban helped create a list of activities for youth to do in Lawrence other than drinking alcohol. Bussinger and Urban last week demonstrated some of the items on the list — like climbing a tree in South Park. Students say there’s lots to do without alcohol
By George Diepenbrock
April 21, 2008 in print edition on 3A
This is positive peer pressure. Lawrence parents and school administrators are calling it a perfect storm in educating students about drinking’s harm.
10:00 p.m.
Ed West will serve as Free State High School's new principal. New FSHS principal chosen
By George Diepenbrock
April 21, 2008 in print edition on 1A
The next principal at Free State High School is described as a man who can understand complex issues while connecting with students, parents and staff.

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6News video: Carbon spill causes minor fires
By Jesse Fray
April 21, 2008
An unusual carbon spill leaves city official scratching their heads. As 6News reporter Jesse Fray found, the city's drinking water was never in danger, but the spill caused a big mess.
6News video: Vigil held for missing canoeist
April 21, 2008
Friends and family of a man missing after his canoe capsized over the weekend gather tonight on the banks of the Kansas River for a vigil.
6News video: Men plead guilty in stolen goods case
April 21, 2008
Two men plead guilty in federal court today to charges related to selling stolen goods to the Yellow House Store in Lawrence.
6News video: Child endangerment charges filed in standoff case
April 21, 2008
Douglas County's District Attorney filed additional charges against a man involved in an eight-hour standoff with police earlier this month.
6News video: Fatal hit-and-run suspect testifies
April 21, 2008
A woman charged in the deaths last year of two highway workers south of Lawrence testifies that she wouldn't stop for a Kansas Highway Patrol trooper because she didn't know who he was.
6News video: Student group protests campus gun ban
April 21, 2008
If a group of KU students has its way, licensed Kansas could carry concealed firearms on campus.
6News video: Field day teaches students about environment
By Lindsey Slater
April 21, 2008
Some local students learn all about Mother Nature today as part of the first-ever Earth Field Day. 6News reporter Lindsey Slater has more on the environmental experience.
6News video: Sewage spill contaminates creek
April 21, 2008
Sewage spills into a Leavenworth County stream, leading state health officials to warn residents near Hog Creek to stay out of the water.
6News video: Seven local runners compete in Boston Marathon
April 21, 2008
Lawrence was well-represented today in the world's oldest marathon.
6News video: Local man hurt after motorcycle hits deer
April 21, 2008
A Lawrence man was injured tonight after his motorcycle collided with a deer east of Bonner Springs.
6News video: KidCast
April 21, 2008
Elias Jackson gives tonight's KidCast.
6Sports video: Collins’ surgery goes well
April 21, 2008
Kansas sophomore point guard Sherron Collins underwent successful arthroscopic knee surgery this morning.
6Sports video: KU baseball team moves to #7 in Big 12
April 21, 2008
The Kansas baseball team takes the day off after beating #8 Nebraska 6-3 on Sunday.
6Sports video: Olympic contender races at Relays
April 21, 2008
If you attended the Kansas Relays on Saturday, there's a chance you saw a future Olympian in action.
New FSHS principal chosen
By George Diepenbrock
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A1
The next principal at Free State High School is described as a man who can understand complex issues while connecting with students, parents and staff.
Sebelius’ veto threatens funding for KU Pharmacy School expansion
By Scott Rothschild
April 21, 2008
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius on Monday vetoed a provision that would have financed a $50 million expansion of the KU School of Pharmacy.
Lawrence residents in the Boston Marathon
J-W Staff Reports
April 21, 2008
Seven Lawrence residents finished Monday's storied Boston Marathon.
6News Now: Students learn about the Earth in local program
April 21, 2008
In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, about 130 local elementary students learned about keeping the Earth healthy at the Earth Awareness program, and there is a chance of rain overnight.
Lawrence residents among Boston Marathon finishers
7 residents compete and finish
By Jonathan Kealing
April 21, 2008
Seven Lawrence residents competed in and finished this morning’s Boston Marathon with the best local finisher, Andrew L. Henshaw, completing the 26.2-mile race in 2:57:32.
Sebelius vetoes bill imposing new abortion restrictions
April 21, 2008
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius has vetoed a bill imposing new restrictions on abortion.
Jefferson West principal named new Free State principal
School board must OK selection
By George Diepenbrock
11:58 a.m., April 21, 2008 Updated 02:15 p.m.
The new principal at Free State High School is in his fourth year as Jefferson West’s principal.
KU guard Collins undergoes successful knee surgery; Taylor to visit KU
J-W Staff Reports
April 21, 2008
KU sophomore guard Sherron Collins underwent successful arthroscopic knee surgery Monday morning. In recruiting news, New Jersey shooting guard Tyshawn Taylor plans to visit KU this Wednesday.
Carbon spill forces closure of Wakarusa Drive
No threat to the city’s water supply
11:04 a.m., April 21, 2008 Updated 01:37 p.m.
A fire caused by a carbon spill at the Clinton Water treatment plant forced emergency crews to shut down a one-mile stretch of Wakarusa Drive for a brief time this morning.
Lawrence man injured in motorcycle-deer wreck
By George Diepenbrock
10:37 a.m., April 21, 2008 Updated 02:07 p.m.
A Lawrence man was injured this morning in a motorcycle-deer collision on Kansas Highway 32 east of Bonner Springs.
Irony
Appropriate though memorial events may be, they sometimes only refocus on the problem of atrocities.
J-W Editorials
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A7
There is a special sadness in the aftermath of Virginia Tech’s observance of a day of mourning last week. Classes were canceled, and ceremonies were held to honor the 32 students and faculty members killed just a year ago in the deadliest school shooting in American history. It was fitting and proper to pay respect.
Obama may need to rethink Iran plans
By Trudy Rubin
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A7
When it comes to Iran and Iraq, the next president will have a small window to set our policy on a new path.
Old Home Town - 25 years ago
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A7
The Kansas House gave preliminary approval to a corrective severance tax bill and advanced it to a final roll call vote.
Old Home Town - 40 years ago
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A7
Progress on the new $650,000 First Presbyterian Church here was reported as good for the site along West 23rd Street. A July opening was being planned.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A7
From the Lawrence Daily World for April 21, 1908: “Gov. John A. Johnson of Minnesota has a fighting chance for the Democratic presidential nomination even though he has been belittled by the favored William Jennings Bryan.
Candidates bypass airline issues
By Ellis Henican - Newsday
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A7
The word “turbulence” doesn’t quite do justice to the current state of the airlines. “Crash landing” is closer to the truth.
Learn to retire in style
Boomers weigh when, how to crack nest egg
By Eve Mitchell - Contra Costa Times
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B7
They saved it. Now comes the spending part. Millions of baby boomers who have worked hard and saved for retirement over the past few decades are now faced with the challenge of how to spend and manage their nest eggs once they retire. Figuring out how to do that while making the money last over their lifetimes is no easy task.
In Kansas City, smoke-free pack grows
By Kirsten Scharnberg - Chicago Tribune
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B7
When the Power and Light District opened here last year, developers of the upscale eating, drinking and entertainment venue had a vision: Make the several-block downtown area a place where all establishments would be smoke-free.
Take care recounting termination story
By J.T. O’Donnell & Dale Dauten
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B7
Q: I enjoyed your column about how to handle a termination. However, it only scratches the surface of my “soap opera” termination story. I was fired in retaliation to my being a witness in a sexual harassment investigation. Of course, I was given another reason for my termination.
Money Tip: Uncover hidden 401(k) fees
By Marshall Loeb - MarketWatch
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B7
It’s tough enough to save for retirement without having to sweat over hidden fees in your 401(k). But if you are overlooking a “leak” in your pension plan, it can dribble away thousands of the dollars you’ll be depending on for a comfortable retirement.
Certified appraiser starts own firm
J-W Staff Reports
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B7
Greg Moore recently received certification as a General Certified Appraiser from the state of Kansas and has opened Moore Valuation Inc., his own real estate appraisal firm handling both commercial and residential property appraisals.
Cottonwood staffer wins professional award
J-W Staff Reports
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B7
Andrea McMurray of Cottonwood Inc., Lawrence, is the American Network of Community Options and Resources’ 2008 Kansas Direct Support Professional of the Year.
Realtor joins bank’s board of directors
J-W Staff Reports
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B7
Daniel Suderman, owner of Free State Rentals LLC and a Realtor for McGrew Real Estate in Lawrence, has been elected to serve on the board of directors for Midland National Bank.
Eggs & Issues event set for Saturday
J-W Staff Reports
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B7
Lawrence Chamber of Commerce’s final Eggs & Issues session for 2008 is set for 8 a.m. Saturday at HH Bar and Grill, 4931 W. Sixth St.
Horoscopes
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B6
This year your actions and words have an unusually together tone, which draws admirers and supporters. Your instincts seem right-on, and your logic backs up your intuitive gifts. If you are single, your actions and words draw strong opinions.
NBC lineup is more like must-flee TV
By Kevin McDonough
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B6
The sad slide of a TV network is a little like the gradual decline of a shopping mall. Nobody likes to talk about it when the big magnet store moves away, leaving the place a lot less popular.
Kung fu adventure has best chops
Associated Press
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B6
A martial arts dream team — Jackie Chan and Jet Li — won the weekend as their movie matchup “The Forbidden Kingdom” debuted at No. 1 with $20.9 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.
People in the news
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B6
• Comedian considers career in politics • Reggaeton artist weds TV forecaster • Jones won’t quit Olympics role
Curtain call
Seem-To-Be Players wrap up 35-year run
By Terry Rombeck
April 21, 2008 in print edition on C1
They’ve come a long way from the Meatball Players. In 1973, a children’s theater troupe was founded under the name Mead Hall Players, hearkening back to Medieval feasts when people would sit around enjoying entertainment and each other’s company.
Tips help reduce carbon paw prints
The Washington Post
April 21, 2008 in print edition on C1
Earth Day (Tuesday) is a good time to think about ways you might reduce your pet’s carbon paw print.
Popular English attractions steeped in rich history
Editor’s note: Eileen Roddy is on vacation in Britain.
April 21, 2008 in print edition on C1
Coventry, England, isn’t among the official top 10 must-see places for tourists to Britain, but it’s a city steeped in history, culture and legend, and well-worth visiting.
Wildfire races between 2 towns
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A6
High winds grounded air tankers and fanned the flames of a wildfire Sunday, sending it racing between two towns where hundreds of residents had ignored suggestions to evacuate. No one was reported injured.
Cosmosphere founder facing prison
Associated Press
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B8
With his failed legal battle over, Max Ary, founder of the Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center, heads to prison this week and expects to immerse himself in an effort to clear his name.
China urges calm after anti-Western demonstrations in several cities
By Tini Tran - Associated Press Writer
April 21, 2008 in print edition on C8
Fresh anti-Western protests flared in several Chinese cities Sunday as people vented anger over pro-Tibet demonstrations along the Olympic torch relay. State media appealed for calm in an apparent attempt to dampen the nationalistic fervor.
Dalai Lama urges focus on inner peace
By Tina Lam - Detroit Free Press
April 21, 2008 in print edition on C8
The United States and other wealthy countries need to downscale their lifestyles and try to focus more on inner contentment, the Dalai Lama said Sunday.
Trilateral tradition coming to an end
Bush’s final meeting with leaders of Canada, Mexico begins today
By Ben Feller - Associated Press Writer
April 21, 2008 in print edition on C8
President Bush is tending to his country’s relationship with Canada and Mexico one last time, trumpeting trade over the “scare tactics” of economic isolation.
Military gun supplier now in crosshairs
By Richard Lardner - Associated Press Writer
April 21, 2008 in print edition on C8
No weapon is more important to tens of thousands of U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan than the carbine rifle. And for well over a decade, the military has relied on one company, Colt Defense of Hartford, Conn., to make the M4s they trust with their lives.
Rice dismissive of al-Sadr’s threats
By Anne Gearan - Associated Press Writer
April 21, 2008 in print edition on C8
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice mocked anti-American cleric Muqtada al-Sadr as a coward on Sunday, hours after the radical leader threatened to declare war unless U.S. and Iraqi forces end a military crackdown on his followers.
On the record
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A4
Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical reported these fire calls:
Youth council’s summer projects coming up
J-W Staff Reports
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A4
Youth Volunteer Council is in need of young people ages 13 to 18 to assist with summer volunteering projects. YVC has many fun opportunities planned, such as working with animals at the Humane Society and helping children create Latin American art and theater with Centro Hispano.
Lawrence police officer to receive Silver Award
J-W Staff Reports
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A4
A Lawrence police officer is among 56 Kansas law enforcement officers being honored for exceptional performance in 2007 and 2008.
St. John school to celebrate 51st year
J-W Staff Reports
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A4
St. John Catholic School, 1208 Ky., is hosting a celebration of its 51st school year Tuesday.
Al-Sadr’s militia refuses to disband
Associated Press
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A2
Followers of hardline cleric Muqtada al-Sadr raised the stakes Sunday in the showdown with Iraq’s government, refusing to disband their militia. The U.S. military said 40 Shiite militants were killed in fierce fighting in southern Iraq.
Pope praises US church at end of triumphant visit
By Victor L. Simpson - Associated Press Writer
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A2
Pope Benedict XVI celebrated Mass and American Catholicism in storied Yankee Stadium on Sunday, telling his massive U.S. flock to use its freedoms wisely as he closed out his first papal trip to the United States.
Student, 18, accused of plot to bomb school
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A2
A high school senior collected enough supplies to carry out a bomb attack on his school and detailed the plot in a hate-filled diary that included maps of the building and admiring notations about the Columbine killers, authorities said Sunday.
Clinton leads among bowlers, gun owners
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A2
Hillary Clinton leads among bowlers, gun owners and hunters in Pennsylvania, a blue-collar trifecta that is helping her hold an edge over rival Barack Obama heading into Tuesday’s pivotal primary there.
Lawsuit: VA fails to prevent suicides
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A2
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs isn’t doing enough to prevent suicide and provide adequate medical care for Americans who have served in the armed forces, a class-action lawsuit that goes to trial this week charges.
Ex-bishop wins presidential election
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A2
Former Roman Catholic bishop Fernando Lugo won a historic victory in Paraguay’s presidential election Sunday, ending more than six decades of one-party rule with a mandate to help the nation’s poor and indigenous.
Busch wins third straight race
Championship slips away toward end for Pruett
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B2
Kyle Busch won his third consecutive race on NASCAR’s Nationwide Series, holding off Marcos Ambrose by less than a second Sunday in the Corona Mexico 200.
NBA Playoffs Roundup: Upset-minded Sixers shock Pistons
Associated Press
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B2
Scores from the first round of the NBA playoffs.
American League Roundup: Twins top Indians in extras
Associated Press
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B4
Justin Morneau made the most of his second chance.
National League Roundup: Olsen leads Florida past Nationals
Associated Press
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B4
Scott Olsen allowed only three hits in seven innings, and Hanley Ramirez hit two home runs for Florida.
Kansas tennis sweeps ISU
By Jesse Temple
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B3
Sunday afternoon’s senior sendoff couldn’t have been any sweeter for Kansas University’s women’s tennis team.
A&M thumps KU softball
J-W Staff Reports
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B3
At least Kansas University had a hit in this one.
Kansas baseball wins, 6-3
J-W Staff Reports
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B3
Omaha, Neb., native T.J. Walz had a happy homecoming Sunday.
Oh no! No more Nomo after Royals designate him
Associated Press
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B1
Hideo Nomo’s career in the majors might be over.
A’s pound Royals, 7-1, to complete sweep
By Janie McCauley - Associated Press Sports Writer
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B1
So far, the “scrappy” Oakland Athletics haven’t been hindered much by their lack of power.
Keegan: KU’s Self worth big bucks
By Tom Keegan
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B1
Sticker shock long ago stopped blowing away fans of professional sports teams. We have the Darren Dreiforts of the world to thank for that.
KU signee Releford represents at Classic
By Gary Bedore
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B1
Travis Releford bought a 2008 Kansas University national champions T-shirt late last week at Kansas City International Airport before boarding a flight to Louisville, site of Saturday night’s Derby Classic All-Star basketball game.
Two times half champ
Fort Hays State coach repeats as winner
By Jason Elmquist
April 21, 2008 in print edition on B1
Jason McCullough had no excuses not to try to defend his Lawrence Half Marathon title. McCullough, track and field coach at Fort Hays State, had already been in town for the Kansas Relays.
Recovery effort for canoeist continues
By Alexander Parker
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A3
Kenna Wright was frightened when two men started banging on her door and yelling loudly, shortly before 6 p.m. Saturday. She was startled, having dozed off, but the pleas to call 911 made her realize something was very wrong.
Tonganoxie author wins book award
By Alexander Parker
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A3
Lisa Harkrader began by writing short stories, hoping merely to get published. Now the author’s work is part of Kansas history.
Students say there’s lots to do without alcohol
By George Diepenbrock
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A3
This is positive peer pressure. Lawrence parents and school administrators are calling it a perfect storm in educating students about drinking’s harm.
Runners enjoy weather, city tour
By Alexander Parker
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A3
The thousands of runners that descended on Lawrence on Sunday for the TherapyWorks Half Marathon and 5K got more than they bargained for. In addition to perfect weather and fewer hills, runners got a tour of Lawrence that opened the eyes of even those familiar with the city.
Legislature’s budget decisions may influence tuition change
By Scott Rothschild
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A1
The size of the next tuition increase could depend on what lawmakers do with higher education funding when they return for the wrap-up session.
Teachers’ retirement benefits may change
District seeks to cut costs for those who retire early
By George Diepenbrock
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A1
Jan Dicker’s teaching career in Lawrence has been filled with accolades, and now the Sunset Hill School first-grade teacher is planning to reap the benefits. Dicker, 61, is probably best known for teaching 20 years at the now-closed Grant School in North Lawrence.
An evening on the town
Wellsville students take annual prom walk before big night begins
By John Henry
April 21, 2008 in print edition on A1
Before attending the Wellsville High School prom Saturday, students strolled through downtown in the traditional prom walk, showing off their formal attire to residents gathered to watch. About 50 couples participated in the walk before going to dinner and the dance at the high school.
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