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Gov. Sebelius Local food at The Merc KU Traditions Night 2008 Free State High Sports
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Do you think the drinking age should be lowered from 21 to 18, in an effort to curb binge drinking?

Poll results

Response Percent
Yes
 
 53%
No
 
 43%
Not sure
 
 3%
Total 1168
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Lead stories

12:00 a.m.
Lindsay Buscher, left, of Lawrence, and Karen Rippel, of Topeka, enjoy an outdoor lunch Monday on Massachusetts Street. The city is considering lifting a long-standing ban against downtown bars applying for sidewalk seating areas. Commission to consider sidewalk seating for bars
By Chad Lawhorn
August 18, 2008 in print edition on 1A
A pitcher of Budweiser and a sidewalk seat: it may soon be the newest downtown attraction. City commissioners at their meeting Tuesday night will consider lifting a long-standing ban against downtown bars applying for sidewalk seating areas. Since 1994, downtown restaurants that make at least 70 percent of their sales from food have been allowed to apply for sidewalk seating areas. But bars and restaurants that don’t meet that sales standard have been prohibited.
6:00 a.m.
Overland Park freshmen and Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity members Taylor Curry, second row center, Zach Palasz and Ryan Sullivan, front, take in the excitement of waving the wheat with their fellow freshmen during Traditions Night on Monday at Memorial Stadium. Several thousand new Kansas University students were introduced to and educated about the traditions and customs of the university. Fresh-faced Jayhawks wave hello to KU
By Mark Vierthaler
August 19, 2008 in print edition on 1A
The noise when Bill Self entered Memorial Stadium on Monday was almost deafening. The theme of Kansas University’s Traditions Night was “A great place to be a champion,” and the men’s basketball coach’s appearance drove that point home for the several thousand students.
2:00 p.m.
Steven Lashley, project engineer with the Lawrence Department of Public Works, marks curbs that will be taken out and replaced as part of a city street overlay project on Trail Road between Monterey Way and Folks Road. ‘Catch-up’ begins this week on city roadwork projects
By Mark Fagan
August 19, 2008 in print edition on 3A
Katherine Hibbs is looking forward to getting some new curbs and gutters on Trail Court, new pavement on Trail Road and new crack fillings, driveway wedges and “speed cushions” elsewhere in town. Anything to make roads safer for the parent of four and home-schooler of three as summer gives way to fall.
10:00 p.m.
Alex Rausch, a Kansas University sophomore from Shawnee, scoots around campus on his 1982 Motron mo-ped on Tuesday. Rausch dusted off the retro mo-ped, which his grandfather gave him years ago, as an affordable alternative to driving a car. Mo-peds, scooters make inroads at KU
By Mark Fagan
August 19, 2008 in print edition on 1A
Alex Rausch’s ride oozes old-school European cachet as he arrives on campus, and for that he can thank an arbiter of the decidedly old-fashioned. That would be his late grandfather, from whom the Kansas University sophomore inherited a 1982 Motron mo-ped. He hasn’t looked back since.

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Tuesday, August 19 weather at 10 p.m.
By Jennifer Schack
August 19, 2008
The forecast for Wednesday, August 20 calls for a high of 79 with a low around 60.
Mo-peds, scooters make inroads at KU
Convenience, fuel-efficiency, fashion behind 2-wheeled trend
By Mark Fagan
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A1
Alex Rausch’s ride oozes old-school European cachet as he arrives on campus, and for that he can thank an arbiter of the decidedly old-fashioned. That would be his late grandfather, from whom the Kansas University sophomore inherited a 1982 Motron mo-ped. He hasn’t looked back since.
City eases sidewalk drinking regulations
Commission takes away food sales requirement
By Chad Lawhorn
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A5
Six downtown bars may qualify for sidewalk seating areas under the new rules.
Analysis: Vice president from Kansas? Sebelius’ success as governor attracts national attention
By Scott Rothschild
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A1
When it comes to politics, it has always been difficult to determine whether Gov. Kathleen Sebelius is just plain lucky or good - or a combination of both. As a Democrat, she has managed to win four statewide elections in a state that is overwhelmingly Republican.
KU Endowment settles lawsuit over stock exchanges
By Mark Vierthaler
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B6
The Kansas University Endowment Association will receive $200,000 in a settlement resolving a stock dispute with LSB Industries of Oklahoma City, according to court documents.
Boyda: Constituents’ concerns about gasoline prices will affect energy policy
By George Diepenbrock
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A5
U.S. Rep. Nancy Boyda expects constituents to give members of Congress an earful about higher gasoline prices during this month’s recess.
Federal judge orders release of Yellow House owners from custody
By George Diepenbrock
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A4
A federal judge has denied prosecutors’ request to revoke the bond of two Lawrence secondhand store owners, who face charges in three cases.
Car found near Tonganoxie linked to Florida murder
By Shawn Linenberger
01:57 p.m., August 19, 2008 Updated 03:28 p.m. in print edition on A5
The Leavenworth County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a suspect in a murder that occurred last Wednesday or Thursday in Orange County, Fla.
Grocers stocking more locally-produced items
By Karrey Britt
August 19, 2008
Lawrence grocers are offering more local products - and with good reason. They tend to sell like hotcakes. The Community Mercantile, 901 Iowa, boasts products that are organic, gourmet or meet special dietary needs. But folks there say it’s the local products like Pendleton’s Blue Corn chips and Grace’s Best cookies that fly off the shelves.
KU’s Women of Distinction calendar now available
By Mark Vierthaler
August 19, 2008
Kansas University’s “KU Women of Distinction” poster calendar is now available, according to a press release from KU.
KU Hospital CEO named chairman of Breath of Life Ball
By Mark Vierthaler
August 19, 2008
Kansas University Hospital CEO Bob Page was named chairman of the 2008 Breath of Life Ball to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, the hospital announced Tuesday.
Dole Institute’s fall schedule to begin with Iraq war update
By Mark Vierthaler
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A3
An update on the Iraq war will kick off the Dole Institute of Politics’ fall schedule, the institute announced Tuesday.
District, teachers closer to contract deal
Federal negotiator to help resolve dispute Wed.
By Alex Parker
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A3
Lawrence teachers are edging closer to resolving a contract dispute with the Lawrence school district, but negotiations stalled Monday night in a last-bid effort to shore up talks before a federal mediator meets with the two sides Wednesday. They met for more than four hours at district headquarters, 100 McDonald Drive, in hopes of nailing down issues that sidelined negotiations in June.
IRS gives the scoop on $7,500 housing tax credit
By Michelle Singletary
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B7
Part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 authorizes up to a $7,500 tax credit for qualified first-time homebuyers. Based on the questions I’m getting from readers, many people are ready to jump at this money like Scooby Doo panting after Scooby snacks.
Gary Bedore’s KU basketball notebook
By Gary Bedore
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B3
On Monday, Tubby Smith (Minnesota), Tim Jankovich (Illinois State), Dana Altman (Creighton), Lon Kruger (UNLV), Phil Martelli (St. Joe’s), Gregg Marshall (Wichita State), Nolan Richardson (Arkansas, retired), Gene Keady (Purdue, retired) and Bo Ryan (Wisconsin) joined Big 12 mentors Bill Self (Kansas), Mike Anderson (Missouri), Frank Martin (Kansas State) and Greg McDermott (Iowa State) at the CBE Celebrity Golf Tournament at The National to raise money for the College Basketball Experience.
Ex-Iowa State coach dies
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B2
Former Iowa State basketball coach Glen Anderson, the third-winningest coach in school history, has died. He was 79.
Study: Girls often don’t realize when they’re being harassed
By Amy Wilson - McClatchy Newspapers
August 19, 2008 in print edition on C2
Sometimes a teenage girl’s biggest problem isn’t getting a guy to talk to her. It’s getting a guy to stop.
Olympic Roundup: China’s Liu out; Bolt eyes double
Associated Press
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B2
Welcome to the rest of the Beijing Olympics - the Summer Games of 2008, A.P. After Phelps.
Stylist returns to Lawrence salon
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B7
Lynne Hobson, stylist, has recently returned to Designers Salon, 2108 W. 27th St., after 10 years of working abroad.
FBI elaborates on anthrax case
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A2
FBI officials attempted to bolster their case against researcher Bruce E. Ivins on Monday by presenting experts who said that a lone scientist working for three to seven days with readily available equipment could have produced the lethal spores used in the 2001 anthrax mailings.
Studies: Video games can boost learning
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A2
Parents, don’t put away those video games just yet - today’s gamer may be tomorrow’s top surgeon.
KU football holding appreciation day
J-W Staff Reports
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B3
Kansas University football will play host to its annual Fan Appreciation Day at Kivisto Field at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
On the record
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A4
Lawrence police reported a possible assault with an air-powered weapon Monday night. At about 7:45 a female reported being hit in the head by what she thought was a BB gun pellet as she walked in the 1900 block of Ousdahl Road. She was not injured, but Lawrence police are investigating the incident.
At 50, Madonna not finished as fashion icon
Associated Press
August 19, 2008 in print edition on C1
No matter what your taste, there’s probably a Madonna for you.
Old Home Town - 25 years ago
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A7
At a brief arraignment in a crowded Douglas County courtroom, 22-year-old Bryan Keith Bell was formally charged with second-degree murder in the stabbing death of his former employer, restaurant operator Frank Seurer Sr. Bell, who had been fired earlier from his job at Seurer’s restaurant here, had returned to work after the slaying and apparently there was a confrontation.
Manning, Hixon lead Giants
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B2
Eli Manning was in Super Bowl form for the New York Giants, and Domenik Hixon was even better.
Workshop will explore dizziness and balance
J-W Staff Reports
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B7
Therapy Works, 1311 Wakarusa Drive, will have a Helping Yourself Series Workshop on “Unlocking the Mysteries of Dizziness and Balance” at 7 p.m. today.
Many think God can revive the dying
By Lindsey Tanner - Associated Press Writer
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A2
When it comes to saving lives, God trumps doctors for many Americans.
KU’s Self marvels at USA’s splendor
By Gary Bedore
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B1
So far, so good for the United States Olympic men’s basketball team, a squad that has stormed to a 5-0 record in pool play at the 2008 Games in Beijing. “The way the ‘Dream Team’ is playing - and the way ‘Coach K’ has them playing - it is absolutely beautiful to watch, in my opinion,” Kansas University basketball coach Bill Self said Monday at the CBE Celebrity Golf Tournament at The National Golf Club of Kansas City.
Host families sought for international students
August 19, 2008 in print edition on C1
Wanted: Host families for international students. That’s the word from the Center for Cultural Interchange, which is designated by the U.S. Department of State to sponsor visas for high school exchange students from around the world.
Kansas corn crop begins to mature
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B8
This week’s snapshot of Kansas crops shows 3 percent of Kansas corn has now matured, signaling fall harvest is getting closer.
US at crossroads
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A7
To the editor: When a nation is populated by people who believe that the politician with the simple answers to complex questions is to be revered and applauded, that nation is in trouble.
Hispanic births drive US population growth
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A2
If it weren’t for Hispanic births, the U.S. could be confronting long-term population declines similar to those in Germany, Japan and other industrialized countries.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A7
From the Lawrence Daily World for Aug. 19, 1908: “Last Sunday at the Christian Church, the secretary of the building committee placed on a blackboard figures showing that the entire cost of their new church will be $40,000.
Pump patrol
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A3
The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $3.54 at several locations.
Union member struck, killed crossing street
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A4
Wichita police have identified the union member who was struck and killed by a pickup truck as 45-year-old Jeff Hart.
Woman dies in fire
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A4
An overnight house fire has taken the life of a woman in Wichita.
Should drinking age be lower?
By Justin Pope - Associated Press Writer
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A1
College presidents from about 100 of the nation’s best-known universities, including Duke, Dartmouth and Ohio State, are calling on lawmakers to consider lowering the drinking age from 21 to 18, saying current laws actually encourage dangerous binge drinking on campus.
3rd Wittig trial likely postponed
By David Twiddy - Associated Press Writer
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B8
The third federal criminal trial of two former Westar Energy Inc. executives, set to begin Sept. 9, will likely be postponed as court officials await the outcome of a pending appeal.
Moore says off-shore drilling no cure-all for energy woes
By George Diepenbrock
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A3
While he made the rounds in Lawrence on Monday, U.S. Rep. Dennis Moore, D-Kan., said expanding off-shore oil and gas drilling was no cure-all to the nation’s energy supply problems. “I really, truly believe what we need to do again is take a comprehensive approach: renewables, alternatives, wind energy,” Moore said. “Whatever Kansas could do with wind energy is a small, but very important, part of an overall solution, I think.”
Commodities
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B7
Agriculture futures traded higher Monday on the Chicago Board of Trade. Wheat for September delivery rose 35.5 cents to $8.5975; December corn gained 23.25 cents to $5.7275; December oats added 2.5 cents to $3.955; November soybeans rose 70 cents to $12.89.
Pay attention
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A7
To the editor: When did talking on a cell phone while driving become legal? Cell phone driving is equated to drunken driving because it is a huge distraction.
Candidates trade long-distance barbs
By Margaret Talev and William Douglas - McClatchy Newspapers
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A6
Barack Obama kicked off his last week of campaigning before the Democratic National Convention by reaching out Monday to a still-elusive voting bloc - working women who preferred Hillary Clinton for the presidential nomination.
Reesing lands on award watch list
J-W Staff Reports
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B3
Kansas University quarterback Todd Reesing is one of 35 players named to the 2008 Walter Camp Player of the Year Watch List.
Custom Wood Products opens new showroom
J-W Staff Reports
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B7
Custom Wood Products, a handcrafted cabinetry maker in St. Marys, recently opened a Lawrence showroom within Factory Direct Appliance, 2108 W. 27th.
Back in action: First day of practices kick off for FSHS, LHS
By Matt Tait
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B1
Playful summer pick-up games gave way to action-packed drills and intense focus Monday afternoon at Free State High, as the school’s fall sports teams hit the field for the first time in 2008. All seven FSHS fall sports were in action Monday, the first day allowed by the Kansas State High School Activities Association.
Sebelius said to be among VP finalists
Obama close to announcing running mate
By Nedra Pickler - Associated Press Writer
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A6
Barack Obama will publicly disclose his vice presidential choice in the coming days, though the Democrat is keeping most aides who are preparing for the announcement in the dark and is giving away nothing to voters as he campaigns. Obama was believed to have narrowed his list to four names, including Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius.
Woodling: Sayers utilized properly
By Chuck Woodling
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B1
Gale Sayers received his Medicare card a couple of months ago, and you know what that means. People who sat in the Memorial Stadium stands back in the early ‘60s and watched the man many consider the greatest open-field runner in college football history are becoming fewer and fewer. I never saw Sayers perform in person, yet, like most of you, I’ve heard plenty about how amazing he was. At the same time, the Sayers legend has been dogged over the years by speculation he was underutilized.
Keys take tropical storm in stride
By Brian Skoloff - Associated Press Writer
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A8
Two years since a hurricane last lashed at Florida, many residents took a wait-and-see attitude Monday as a strengthening Tropical Storm Fay swept across the Florida Keys and bore down on the Gulf Coast.
American League Roundup: Surging Rays hold on
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B4
Cliff Floyd and Eric Hinske hit two-run homers for Tampa Bay, helping Andy Sonnanstine get his 13th win in a victory over the Angels on Monday night.
No medal here
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A7
To the editor: First, a column by AP Writer Stephen Wilson, “China’s perfect facade cracking” in Wednesday’s Journal-World, in which he fusses about prerecorded fireworks, lip-synching, empty seats in the arenas, ad infinitum. So what?
Re-enactments to mark anniversary of Lincoln and Douglas debates
By John O'Connor - Associated Press Writer
August 19, 2008 in print edition on C12
This is the “Pretzel City,” thanks to German bakers who settled here in the 1850s. It’s appropriate, given the way a lightweight named Abraham Lincoln twisted up a political colossus here and began cementing his place in American myth. Lincoln, a longshot candidate for U.S. Senate, debated Stephen A. Douglas on the edge of the rolling northwestern Illinois hills 150 years ago this month, halting the Little Giant’s march to the White House and opening its door for the Railsplitter from Springfield.
Government moves against Sunni fighters
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A2
The Shiite-led government is cracking down on U.S.-backed Sunni Arab fighters in one of Iraq’s most turbulent regions, arresting some leaders, disarming dozens of men and banning them from manning checkpoints except alongside official security forces.
Warrants issued for anti-whaling advocates
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A2
Tokyo’s Metropolitan Police Department is set to place three members of Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, a U.S. anti-whaling group, on an international wanted list for allegedly obstructing a Japanese research whaling ship’s activities last year, MPD officials said Monday.
USA, James soar past Germany
By Gary D'Amato - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B3
With a little more than five minutes left in the men’s basketball game between the United States and Germany on Monday, Dwyane Wade stole the ball, went the length of the court and dunked.
Mac User Group to tackle genealogy
J-W Staff Reports
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B7
The Lawrence Apple Users’ Group 2.0 will have a meeting on “Genealogy and the Mac” at 7 p.m. Sept. 3 at Van Go Mobile Arts, 715 N.J.
National League Roundup: Pirates end Mets’ streak
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B4
Steve Pearce hit a tiebreaking single in the eighth inning, and Pittsburgh ended New York’s six-game winning streak.
Legislator calls for unified response on Georgia dispute
By John Milburn - Associated Press Writer
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A5
House Armed Services Committee Chairman Ike Skelton said Monday that NATO allies must unite with the U.S. in responding to the Russian invasion of Georgia.
Tips ease the get-to-school rush
August 19, 2008 in print edition on C2
As the new school begins, start fresh with these tips on easing the morning rush, from parenting consultant Bonnie Harris, author of the forthcoming book “Confident Parents, Remarkable Kids: 8 Principles for Raising Kids You’ll Love to Live With”:
OU’s English returns
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B2
Oklahoma’s Auston English, the preseason Big 12 Conference defensive player of the year, participated in contact drills for the first time in fall camp Monday after having an emergency appendectomy just before practice started.
Make fitness fun for kids
August 19, 2008 in print edition on C2
All the experts are saying it: Get kids moving! Make fitness fun! OK … but how? Here are a few ideas, from KinderCare Learning Centers’ Active Adventures enrichment program.
Old Home Town - 40 years ago
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A7
C.W. Davenport had managed to develop an impressive orchard of some 6,000 peach trees - the realization of a boyhood dream. The orchard was five miles east of Lawrence on Kansas Highway 10.
A judge’s journey, a general’s justice
By Kevin McDonough
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B6
How do you rebuild a democracy? How does a society torn by dictatorship and official murder find justice? “P.O.V.” (9 p.m., PBS) presents “The Judge and the General,” a profile of Chilean judge Juan Guzman, the man who oversaw an official investigation into the crimes of that country’s military dictator Augusto Pinochet, who ruled from 1973 to 1990.
Latin America’s rich are getting richer
By Andres Oppenheimer
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A7
Get this: Latin America’s rich are getting richer than their counterparts in all other regions of the world and have already amassed $6.2 trillion in financial assets - not counting their homes and art collections.
Fresh-faced Jayhawks wave hello to KU
Students receive lesson on tradition, sports accolades
By Mark Vierthaler
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A1
The noise when Bill Self entered Memorial Stadium on Monday was almost deafening. The theme of Kansas University’s Traditions Night was “A great place to be a champion,” and the men’s basketball coach’s appearance drove that point home for the several thousand students.
Little evidence of pullback
By Mike Eckel - Associated Press Writer
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A8
Russia said Monday it had begun withdrawing from the conflict zone in Georgia, but it held fast to key positions and sent some of its troops in the opposite direction - closer to the Georgian capital.
New era begins for LHS boys soccer
By Jesse Temple
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B1
Matt Anderson didn’t want players feeling sorry for him on his first day as Lawrence High’s boys soccer coach. Anderson barely could get around the field Monday at Holcom Park. He hobbled over to midfield on crutches, officially introduced himself to the new team, and hobbled back to the sideline to prop up his leg. The limping was the result of surgery he had two weeks ago on his left leg for bone-spur and Achilles-tendon injuries.
Horoscopes
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B6
This year, you are even more of a bundle of energy, which frequently comes out in your daily life. You have a lot to share, and often you will dominate conversations. If you are single, you meet people with ease. If you are attached, the two of you often debate your different ideas.
A circus world: Peter Ostroushko sees, plays it all during decades of performing
By Terry Rombeck
August 19, 2008 in print edition on C1
For a man who’s played with rock, country and bluegrass legends and fronted symphony orchestras, Peter Ostroushko’s latest endeavor is a bit of a sideshow. “At the moment, I’m neck-deep in the circus world,” he says. That’s right - a man who has recorded with Bob Dylan, Emmylou Harris, Willie Nelson, Chet Atkins, Norman Blake and many others is writing and performing circus music for Circus Juventas, a youth circus training and performing organization in St. Paul, Minn., next door to Ostroushko’s hometown of Minneapolis.
Musharraf’s resignation poses challenge for Pakistan
By Candace Rondeaux - The Washington Post
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A2
Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf’s resignation Monday signaled the beginning of a new round of political uncertainty as the country’s civilian government tries to reshape the legacy of nearly nine years of military rule.
Athletes from embattled nations savor Olympics
By David Crary - Associated Press Writer
August 19, 2008 in print edition on C12
An Iraqi sprinter whose coach had to bribe militiamen so she could train. A Palestinian swimmer unable to use the Olympic-size pool nearest her home. A pioneering runner from war-wracked Afghanistan who placed last in the 100 meters.
‘Catch-up’ begins this week on city roadwork projects
By Mark Fagan
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A3
Katherine Hibbs is looking forward to getting some new curbs and gutters on Trail Court, new pavement on Trail Road and new crack fillings, driveway wedges and “speed cushions” elsewhere in town. Anything to make roads safer for the parent of four and home-schooler of three as summer gives way to fall.
Precious real estate
Allowing more downtown restaurants and bars to do business on the sidewalk isn’t a good step.
J-W Editorials
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A7
Downtown Lawrence sidewalks were designed for shoppers and pedestrians, not dining. In recent years, the city has worked to accommodate a limited number of sidewalk dining areas, but it’s easy to see how such areas could get out of hand.
Ottawa University names enrollment VP
J-W Staff Reports
August 19, 2008 in print edition on A3
Ottawa University announced the hiring of Brian Sandusky as its new vice president of university enrollment Monday.
Kansas kicking corps dangerously thin
By Dugan Arnett
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B1
A week ago, when Kansas University football coach Mark Mangino had his pick of three able-bodied placekickers competing to replace departed starter Scott Webb, the coach was faced with a welcome problem. Today, he might just be faced with a problem. The Journal-World learned Monday that red-shirt freshman placekicker Stephen Hoge had left the team to concentrate on academics, while sophomore Jacob Branstetter could miss the 2008 season due to eligibility issues stemming from his transfer from Air Force Academy.
Teen board shares good summer reads
August 19, 2008 in print edition on C2
“Cheer! Three Teams on a Quest for College Cheerleading’s Ultimate Prize,” by Kate Torgovnick Ready? OK! “Cheer!” is basically a documentary in a book. You read about the struggles of three college cheer teams.
Rescuers convert pit bulls to top dogs again
Vick case seen as ‘milestone’
By John M. Glionna - Los Angeles Times
August 19, 2008 in print edition on C12
For Tim Racer and Donna Reynolds, the dog rescues started with an open-door policy. Cruising around Chicago on winter nights, they pulled up beside bedraggled strays and swung open the car door. If the animal didn’t skitter away, if it wasn’t too beaten down to contemplate jumping inside, they figured, there was a chance to save it.
Lawrence Technology Association Mixer set
J-W Staff Reports
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B7
The Lawrence Technology Association recently announced the August LTA Mixer will be at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 28 at Conroy’s Pub, 3115 W. Sixth.
People in the news
August 19, 2008 in print edition on B6
¢ Annie Lennox has spinal surgery¢ Islamists want Lavigne concert canceled¢ Applegate: I’m ‘100 percent’ cancer free¢ Filings: Spears’ custody fight costly¢ Donnie Wahlberg and wife file for divorce
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