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Which KU non-conference game are you most looking forward to?

Poll results

Response	Percent
KU vs. Tennessee		48%
KU at Michigan State		35%
KU at Arizona		16%
Other		0%
Total	2382

Which KU football victory did you enjoy more?

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KU’s 40-37 victory over Missouri at Arrowhead		58%
KU’s 24-21 victory over Virginia Tech in the 2008 Orange Bowl		41%
Total	563

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Innovative ideas: Students put teachers to test with high-tech methods of cheating: By Alex Parker; December 1, 2008; Never underestimate the creative genius of the desperate student. That iPod and Blackberry are being used for more than listening to tunes or texting with friends. Want to know how? Just check out the 2,150 video tutorials about cheating on YouTube.

On the street: Did you cheat in school?

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Pawn shop business brisk amid economic downturn: By Chad Lawhorn; December 1, 2008 in print edition on 1A; John Geery and other pawnbrokers may get plenty of opportunities to make more loans as headlines blare about bank bailouts, tighter lending standards and stingier credit card companies. Whether right or wrong, the perception among many of the store’s customers is that banks won’t have room for “everyday” people needing a little help in tight times

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Spruced up for the holidays: By Lindsey Slater; December 1, 2008 in print edition on 3A; More than 50 Christmas trees are ready to raise holiday spirits, and money for a good cause, at Liberty Hall in downtown Lawrence.

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FINAL: Free throws lift KU to 87-60 victory over Kent State: By Jesse Newell; 7:12 p.m., December 1, 2008 Updated 11:43 p.m.; Kent State put up a fight for much of the game but Kansas came away with the victory with several free throws down the stretch. Next up for the Jayhawks is New Mexico State on Wednesday.

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Haskell falls to Ottawa: By D.J. Whetter; December 1, 2008; Haskell University lost to the Ottawa Braves tonight 95-90. The Fightin’ Indians will next face Rockhurst on December 13.
FINAL: Free throws lift KU to 87-60 victory over Kent State: By Jesse Newell; 07:12 p.m., December 1, 2008 Updated 11:43 p.m.; Kent State put up a fight for much of the game but Kansas came away with the victory with several free throws down the stretch. Next up for the Jayhawks is New Mexico State on Wednesday.
Budget crisis slams social services, universities: By Scott Rothschild; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A1; Bad budget news on Monday gushed like water from a fire hose as lawmakers reviewed the state’s worsening financial situation. The state Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services announced that it was immediately freezing access to a program that serves Kansans with disabilities. The move could affect hundreds of people.
Students encouraged to get tested for HIV: By Jesse Fray; December 1, 2008; Some KU students took a different kind of test today - one that could possibly save their lives.
Useless Fieldhouse Trivia with D.J. Whetter: By Kevin Romary & D.J. Whetter; December 1, 2008; 6Sports’ Kevin Romary tries to stump D.J. in a segment they like to call Useless Fieldhouse Trivia.
Kidcast: Jori Rudisell: December 1, 2008; The record high for December 1 is 69 in 1922. The record low is 5 in 1985.
Columbia, Mo., police chief wants ‘warrants’ to be issued for arrest of KU football team: By Andy Hyland; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A1; Say what you will about the city of Columbia, Mo., but at least it has a chief of police with a sense of humor.
Perry-Lecompton officials looking at cost-cutting measures: By George Diepenbrock; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A4; Perry-Lecompton school administrators have drafted a proposal to reorganize the district’s elementary schools as a cost-cutting measure.
Bridge work to close stretch of levee trail: By Mark Fagan; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A4; Work to build new bridges over the Kansas River will force a monthlong closure of a popular recreational trail alongside the Kansas River.
Harsh winter, harsh penalties: City considers increasing fine for those who skip shoveling snow; By Chad Lawhorn; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A3; As the snow falls, your financial risk may rise.
City commission to discuss bid for Farmland property: By Chad Lawhorn; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A3; City commissioners are making another push to buy the environmentally contaminated Farmland Industries property to convert into a new business park.
SRS starts waiting list for program that helps disabled Kansans: By Scott Rothschild; December 1, 2008; The state Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services announced Monday it was immediately freezing access to a program that serves Kansans with disabilities because of the state’s budget crunch.
Christmas Vespers, open house set at Territorial Capital Museum: Staff Report; December 1, 2008; The annual Christmas Vespers and Territorial Capital Museum open house will be Sunday.
Future bright for Baker University senior: Greg Rogers will graduate in December with a major in business and a minor in music and psychology; By Caroline Boyer, Estuardo Garcia, Andy Hyland; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A1; In many ways, it’s a typical morning for any Baker University student. Greg Rogers has no classes on Thursdays, but he’s still out the door of his Zeta Chi fraternity house at 9:30 a.m. He’s off to a morning piano lesson, a chapel service and a lunch with friends after the service.
Lecompton mobile home a ‘total loss’ after fire; no one injured: By George Diepenbrock; 11:57 a.m., December 1, 2008 Updated 06:00 p.m. in print edition on A5; An electrical fire destroyed a Lecompton mobile home Monday morning.
KU’s Reesing, Stuckey earn Big 12 player of the week honors: J-W Staff Reports; December 1, 2008; Kansas football players Todd Reesing and Darrell Stuckey earned Big 12 player of the week honors after helping the Jayhawks to a 40-37 victory over Missouri on Saturday.
Douglas County adjusting budget as revenues fall short: By Mike Belt; 11:50 a.m., December 1, 2008 Updated 04:21 p.m. in print edition on A6; Revenues that support Douglas County government are down this year, and adjustments will have to be made to the 2009 budget, County Administrator Craig Weinaug said on Monday.
Lawrence legislators win leadership positions; Neufeld out as House speaker: By Scott Rothschild; 11:39 a.m., December 1, 2008 Updated 01:36 p.m. in print edition on A1; The Lawrence legislative delegation gained clout Monday, winning leadership positions in preparation for what promises to be a session dominated by budget cuts.
State’s budget woes putting historical artifacts at risk: By Scott Rothschild; December 1, 2008; State budget problems are not only threatening present-day services, but also historical Kansas artifacts.
Lawrence legislator chosen House minority leader: By Scott Rothschild; 10:57 a.m., December 1, 2008 Updated 05:45 p.m.; State Rep. Paul Davis, D-Lawrence, has been elected House Democratic leader.
Save money, help your pet: J-W Staff and Wire Reports; December 1, 2008; Sure, you could cut down on the number of pet toys you buy, but there are other practical ways to cut the cost of pet care in these challenging economic times.
Hip ornaments reflect new trends in home design: The Associated Press; December 1, 2008; Christmas tree ornaments tend to reflect styles we see in the year’s home furnishings, as well as what’s on the fashion runway. We like to dress our tree as we dress our rooms and ourselves.
Breakups: Finding the courage to leave: McClatchy Newspapers; December 1, 2008; Your relationship is completely unfulfilling. Or it has no future. Or, deep down, you know it’s unhealthy. It must end, but somehow you can’t bring yourself to leave. You’re stuck in a state of “relationship limbo.” This is a terrible place to be because it drains your energy and dampens the spirit. What could possibly be keeping you from leaving?
Lawrence elementary school lunches: December 1, 2008
Show ‘n’ tell … & store: Tips help you celebrate — then put away — children’s artwork: By Marlo Angell - Special to the Journal-World; December 1, 2008; Between all the paintings and sculptures, collages and decoupages, managing children’s artwork can be an overwhelming task. Just where exactly is the best place to store your child’s 3-foot papier máché recreation of James’ giant peach? And just what do you do with that rather gruesome shoebox diorama of the last days of the dinosaurs?
Rise and sign: Lawrence parents trying signals before speech with youngsters: By Marlo Angell - Special to the Journal-World; December 1, 2008; When her son Aiden was 9 months old, Kari Mack decided to teach him sign language as a way to make communication easier. She used flashcards, books and videos for almost two months but didn’t seem to be getting anywhere. Then one day it happened.
Horoscopes: By Holiday Mathis; December 1, 2008; As the famous song by The Beatles suggested, love is all you need. Indeed, during the conjunction of Venus and Jupiter this week you may feel as though your survival depends on eating and breathing love, as a joyful, giving heart is the most important element in a healthy life. Mercury and Uranus square off midweek to throw a wrench in the works; however, the spirit of giving and connection ultimately prevails.
Library Top 10: December 1, 2008; Top 10 most-requested books at the Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vt., for the week of Nov. 17 to Nov. 23.
Balancing is an exercise in too much or too little: By Meghan Bahn; December 1, 2008; It had to be 2 in the morning when I awoke and found my husband was not in bed. Our daughter was around 8 weeks old, so I thought he might be changing a diaper. I lay there a little while, but he didn’t come back, so I got up to look for him. He wasn’t in the baby’s room, and neither was the baby. I was still pretty groggy so it seemed like a strange dream when I peered into the living room and saw my husband in his PJs, holding our very alert, almost euphoric baby girl on his knee as he bounced with surprising vigor, given the hour, on my extra-large, iridescent, inflatable exercise ball. The look on his face, while not exactly maniacal, was definitely frantic.
Holocaust survivor: Lawrence resident recalls concentration camps, losing family: By Eileen Roddy; December 1, 2008; “I survived three ghettos, nine concentration camps and three death marches,” says Holocaust survivor Lou Frydman, 77. “My (older) brother Abraham and I are the only survivors of a family which once numbered over 40 individuals.”
Holidays don’t provide excuse for eating unhealthy meals: By Jennifer Torline; December 1, 2008; Getting into the holiday spirit doesn’t mean forgetting to eat healthy and loading up on some treats that may be naughty and not nice.
Bradford injures non-throwing hand: Oklahoma QB to wear cast in Big 12 Championship; The Associated Press; December 1, 2008 in print edition on B2; Oklahoma quarterback Sam Bradford tore ligaments in his non-throwing hand during the Sooners’ victory against Oklahoma State and is expected to have surgery following the Big 12 championship game.
The Edge: December 1, 2008; • ‘Hancock’ (DVD)• ‘The First Hour I Believed (Book)• ‘I am … Sasha Fierce’ (Music)
Sweet Piquante Peppers Stuffed with Goat Cheese: December 1, 2008; This week on “Jayni’s Kitchen”: Join Jayni for a glimpse of her new cookbook, “The Best of Jayni’s Kitchen.”
Olympic swimmer joins ‘Girls’ Night In’: December 1, 2008 in print edition on A3; Olympic swimming medalist Dara Torres will make an appearance at Kansas University Hospital’s fourth annual Girls’ Night In: An Evening Celebrating Women’s Heart and Health on Feb. 11.
Dog Days of winter approach: December 1, 2008 in print edition on A3; The colder weather won’t stop one of Lawrence’s popular workout sessions.
Weather-proof your exterior doors: By Linda Cottin; December 1, 2008; V-shaped metal weather stripping or rolled spring seal weather strip is by far the most efficient means to weather-proof your exterior doors. Though costlier and more difficult to install than traditional foam weather strip, this original type of weather strip is worth the extra effort.
Against MU, KU pass defense dandy: By Dugan Arnett; December 1, 2008 in print edition on B3; Kansas University’s struggling pass defense limited the damage by Missouri QB Chase Daniel in the Jayhawks’ 40-37 victory over the Tigers.
Innovative ideas: Students put teachers to test with high-tech methods of cheating: By Alex Parker; December 1, 2008; Never underestimate the creative genius of the desperate student. That iPod and Blackberry are being used for more than listening to tunes or texting with friends. Want to know how? Just check out the 2,150 video tutorials about cheating on YouTube.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago: December 1, 2008 in print edition on A7; From the Lawrence Daily World for Dec. 1, 1908: “Five hundred students, faculty members and townspeople will sit down to a banquet in the university gymnasium tomorrow night to honor the unbeaten University of Kansas football team, champion of the Missouri Valley. The YMCA is the sponsor and this will be the biggest social event of the year.
OU jumps Texas in standings: Sooners to face MU in Big 12 title game with inside track to national championship game; The Associated Press; December 1, 2008; Oklahoma earned a berth into the Big 12 title game when it jumped over Texas in the BCS standings.
Nos. 1, 2 paired in SEC: The Associated Press; December 1, 2008 in print edition on B3; To earn a national championship, Alabama or Florida will have to win two games matching No. 1 vs. No. 2.
Couple complete donation mission: The Associated Press; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A3; James and Linda Parker of Kansas have completed a quest to donate blood products in all 50 states.
UT rips Rice, 77-56: December 1, 2008 in print edition on C4; A recap of Big 12 men’s basketball action.
India clears last siege site; Rice to visit after NATO event: The Associated Press; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A2; Authorities finished removing bodies from the bullet-and-grenade-scarred Taj Mahal hotel today, the final site of the Mumbai siege to be cleared, and said the death toll from the attack stood at 172 killed.
Space shuttle ends 16-day mission: December 1, 2008 in print edition on A2; Space shuttle Endeavour and its seven astronauts safely returned to Earth on Sunday, taking a detour to sunny California after storms hit the main landing strip in Florida.
Finishing a focus for KU: Marcus Morris, especially, told to play better around the rim; By Gary Bedore; December 1, 2008 in print edition on B1; Kansas University coach Bill Self wants Marcus Morris — and all the Jayhawks, really — to be better finishing plays around the hoop.
Nittany Lions to sell their own fragrance: December 1, 2008 in print edition on A2; Fans of Penn State can smell like the school for just $60.
Obama to announce more leaders today: December 1, 2008 in print edition on A2; President-elect Barack Obama plans today to announce six experienced hands to fill top administration posts, moving at record speed to name the leadership team that will guide his presidency through a time of war and recession.
Revival leader: It is encouraging that Paul Volcker, former Federal Reserve chairman, has been called into action to get our financial ship back on course.; J-W Editorials; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A7; There is understandable optimism from the fact that Paul Volcker, former Federal Reserve chairman, has been named to head a new White House board to search for ways to get the United States economy back on a firm footing. It’s agreed that we are snarled in an economic crisis of historic proportions and President-elect Barack Obama’s choice of Volcker to serve in the new post was a good move.
Obama team reinventing Clinton image: By Nancy Benac - Associated Press Writer; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A7; It wasn’t too long ago that Barack Obama and his advisers were tripping over one another to tear down Hillary Rodham Clinton’s foreign policy credentials. She was dismissed as a commander in chief wanna-be who did little more than sip tea and make small talk with foreign leaders during her days as first lady.
Cedar Crest event budget examined: The Associated Press; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A5; Kansas taxpayers have footed the bill for numerous parties, receptions and other private functions at the governor’s mansion.
Driver’s ed funding takes back seat in tight budget: State steers money away from schools, into general fund; By Scott Rothschild; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A1; The Lawrence school district, like many across the state, is trying to figure out what to do about a substantial funding cut in its driver’s education program.
Pawn shop business brisk amid economic downturn: By Chad Lawhorn; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A1; John Geery and other pawnbrokers may get plenty of opportunities to make more loans as headlines blare about bank bailouts, tighter lending standards and stingier credit card companies. Whether right or wrong, the perception among many of the store’s customers is that banks won’t have room for “everyday” people needing a little help in tight times
Legislative history takes long time to repeat: By Jeff Myrick; December 1, 2008; Abraham Lincoln was president the last time Baldwin City residents served in both the Kansas Senate and the House of Representatives.
Boyfriend jeans: New trend in denims requires no man: By Caitlin Donnelly; December 1, 2008; The boyfriend jean is a hot trend worthy of our attention. Move over skinny jean — make way for the slouchy, roomy, wide-thigh jean that is bound to make all tight-pant-wearing, hipsters jealous.
Costello’s ‘Spectacle’ a different look at music: By David Bauder - Associated Press Writer; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A9; During an interview with Elton John for the debut of his new Sundance Channel show “Spectacle,” Elvis Costello didn’t ask about stage costumes, boyfriends or “Island Girl.” Instead, the conversation turned to Laura Nyro, Leon Russell and David Ackles.
Chiefs stun Raiders: The Associated Press; December 1, 2008 in print edition on B5; The Kansas City Chiefs beat Oakland, 20-13, to snap a seven-game losing streak.
Groceries by delivery: Online grocers cater to busy schedules, dieting specifications: By Andy Hyland; December 1, 2008; For some Lawrence residents, deciding what to eat for dinner is as easy as opening their front door
Kansas skews blue with young voters: Obama beat McCain among 18- to 29-year-olds; By Scott Rothschild; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A4; There is a 2008 electoral map where President-elect Barack Obama won Kansas.
Horoscopes: December 1, 2008 in print edition on A9; This year you feel empowered and are capable of tremendous change and growth. Manifest more of what you desire. Your financial choices show strength and transformation. If you are single, you will meet people with ease come 2009. If you are attached, the two of you need to build on certain goals that impact your security. Capricorn mirrors what could be extravagant spending habits.
No. 3 Louisville upset by Western Kentucky: December 1, 2008 in print edition on C4; A recap of Top 25 men’s basketball action.
Small investment, big return: By Chad Lawhorn; December 1, 2008; Hey, you. Yeah, you, cowering over there in the corner. What’s that you’ve got in your hand? Wow, $3,000 in cash, you say. No kidding, you’re going to put it under your mattress?
Ahead by a nose: Smith helps KU to 4th straight win; By Chuck Woodling; December 1, 2008 in print edition on B1; Nicollette Smith had surgery on her nose early last week. On Sunday, she had a double-double to lead the Kansas University women’s basketball team over New Orleans, 64-42.
Gary Bedore’s KU Basketball Notebook: By Gary Bedore; December 1, 2008; Kent State University senior guard Al Fisher has been known as “Amazing Al” since his career-high 35 point performance lifted the Golden Flashes to a 76-74 overtime victory over Saint Louis on Nov. 19 in the Billikins’ gymnasium.
Pipelines race out of the mountains, into yards: By Sandy Shore - Associated Press Writer; December 1, 2008 in print edition on B10; In the push toward more energy independence, massive infrastructure projects that will help to deliver it have clashed with cherished rights of land ownership.
In stimulus frenzy, don’t overlook debt: By William McKenzie - The Dallas Morning News; December 1, 2008; A new stimulus package looks iffy before Congress adjourns this year, but President-elect Barack Obama clearly wants one after his inauguration. The truth is, with the retail and manufacturing sectors joining the list of declining industries, there’s a case to be made for Washington trying again to stimulate the economy.
Teens can get a leg up on college admissions: December 1, 2008; Even underclassmen should be starting to think about college applications. Here are a few things sophomores and juniors can do to get ready:
Day after, Firebirds find positives: Free State football saddened by setback, but proud of accomplishments; By Matt Tait; December 1, 2008 in print edition on B1; A day after losing in the Class 6A state football championship game, Free State football players reflected positively on their season.
Opposition agrees on plan for government: December 1, 2008 in print edition on A2; Canada’s opposition parties have agreed in principle to form a coalition that would topple Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s Conservative government, an official said, though infighting among one of the parties cast doubt on whether such a bloc would hold.
Top-ranked Connecticut routs OU: The Associated Press; December 1, 2008 in print edition on C4; A recap of Big 12 women’s basketball action.
Students lie, cheat and steal, but say they’re good: By David Crary - Associated Press Writer; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A2; In the past year, 30 percent of U.S. high school students have stolen from a store and 64 percent have cheated on a test, according to a new, large-scale survey suggesting that Americans are too apathetic about ethical standards.
Brain waves give glimpse into autism: By Lindsey Tanner - Associated Press Writer; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A1; Unique brain wave patterns, spotted for the first time in autistic children, may help explain why they have so much trouble communicating.
House, Senate to pick leaders: By Carl Manning - Associated Press Writer; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A3; With a billion dollar budget crisis looming, lawmakers gather today to select their leadership for the upcoming session.
Spruced up for the holidays: Festival of Trees viewing, auction are this week at Liberty Hall; By Lindsey Slater; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A3; More than 50 Christmas trees are ready to raise holiday spirits, and money for a good cause, at Liberty Hall in downtown Lawrence.
Reading is to brain what exercise is to body: By Eileen Roddy; December 1, 2008; When did you last curl up with a good book to unwind and enjoy some “me” time without feeling guilty? Reading and exercise are often shelved when we’re overburdened and stressed, yet research confirms both activities are vital for physical and mental well-being.
What’s the rush for Christmas programs?: By Kevin McDonough; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A9; Call me old-fashioned, but I get a tad nervous when beloved Christmas specials start popping up on the dial so soon after Thanksgiving. I don’t want to engage in some Andy Rooney-ish argument against rushing Christmas. I just like to savor my holiday specials and don’t want to gobble them down in a hurry and find myself stranded with weeks to go and only “Undercover Christmas” (Dec. 21, Lifetime) — starring Jamie Gertz and Tyne Daly, by the way — between me and the big day.
Skyward takes to the skies for parent-teacher communication: By Katie Guyot; December 1, 2008; Parents, have you ever wondered whether what your kid is telling you about school is the truth? Have you suspected that homework isn’t being done or tests aren’t being passed?
Autism places strain on families’ finances: By Lindsey Tanner - Associated Press Writer; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A6; More than half a million U.S. children have autism with costly health care needs that often put an unprecedented financial strain on their families, national data show.
KU hair better than 7-5: By Tom Keegan; December 1, 2008 in print edition on B1; Kansas University finished the regular football season with a 7-5 record, but given the Jayhawks’ difficult schedule, it might seem more like 8-4.
Pump Patrol: December 1, 2008 in print edition on A3; The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $1.49 at several stations.
Vaccines challenge doctors’ budgets: By Mike Stobbe - Associated Press Writer; December 1, 2008 in print edition on A6; About one in 10 doctors who vaccinate privately insured children are considering dropping that service largely because they are losing money when they do it, according to a new survey.
Web masters: Students keep South’s online world up and running: By Jesse Fray; December 1, 2008; It’s a job professionals are paid tens of thousands of dollars to do in the real world. But free food and limited homework are sufficient for three South Junior High School students.
On the record: December 1, 2008 in print edition on A4; Emergency callsLawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical reported these responses:Fire calls• Motor vehicle accident, 2:17 a.m. Saturday, 2556 Ousdahl Road.• Good intent call, 10:19 a.m. Saturday, 1301 Miss.• Motor vehicle accident, 11:31 a.m. Saturday, Wakarusa Drive and Bob Billings Parkway.• Motor vehicle accident, 2:05 p.m. Saturday, 3220 Peterson Road.• Smoke detector activation, 9:38 p.m. Saturday, 1301 West Campus Road.• Outside equipment fire, 7:01 a.m. Sunday, 1002 E. 19th St.

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