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Abstract artwork inspires creations by young artists: By Erin Castaneda; February 27, 2008 in print edition on 3A; A Spencer Museum of Art exhibit was brought to life Wednesday with wire, wood and the imaginations of junior high students.

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Retail drain: Lawrence shoppers taking their dollars to Wyandotte County: By Mark Fagan; February 28, 2008 in print edition on 1A; The Lawrence area’s bowl of retail sales is leaking, and the money that’s leaving town is increasingly flowing into mega shopping areas in Wyandotte County, an economist says.

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KU on Wheels in red $320K: By Jonathan Kealing; February 28, 2008 in print edition on 1A; Kansas University’s bus system operating budget is in the red, to the tune of nearly $320,000. At Wednesday night’s Student Senate meeting, senators approved legislation that would allow the KU on Wheels bus system to transfer $3 per student from the bus acquisition fee to the bus operation fee.

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Nothing to sneeze at: By Jennifer Oldridge; February 28, 2008 in print edition on 1C; Can you feel it coming? There’s that tickle in your nose, tears running from your eyes, a perpetual crimson hue that takes up residence in those baby blues and the episodes of sneezing attacks where you cannot put a sentence together.

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Class connects with soldier: By George Diepenbrock; February 28, 2008 in print edition on 1A; It was a simple care package, but for Army 1st Lt. Matthew Nicholl’s platoon in Baghdad, it was a big lift. Tucked inside the package was a football autographed by the Firebird team.

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6News video: Center awards outstanding volunteers: February 28, 2008; Dedicated community volunteers are recognized tonight for their service.
6News video: Carjacking suspect charged in U.S. district court: February 28, 2008; A man involved in a chase and carjacking last month that ended in downtown Lawrence now faces federal charges in connection with the incident.
6News video: Students connect with soldiers in Iraq: February 28, 2008; It’s a simple gesture that has formed a heart-warming connection to soldiers at war. Free State High School students and staff now have a bond with a platoon of soldiers serving in Baghdad.
6News video: City combats potholes: By Cory Smith; February 28, 2008; Lawrence street crews are still struggling to repair city streets littered with every driver’s worst enemy. 6News reporter Cory Smith has more on the city’s continuing battle to dig itself out of the pothole problem.
6Sports video: Lions upset Leavenworth: February 28, 2008; The 7-seeded Lawrence High boys’ basketball team went on the road tonight to face the 2-seeded Leavenworth Pioneers.
6News video: ‘Replace a Meal’ raises money: By Lindsey Slater; February 28, 2008; Local sixth graders are passing on the traditional hot lunch fare for something a little less filling. 6News reporter Lindsey Slater explains how they are raising dough in the process.
6Sports video: O-North beats Firebirds by one: February 28, 2008; In January it turned out to be a thriller: the Olathe North boys’ basketball team knocked off the Free State High boys by 2 in overtime. Tonight they met again with much more at stake.
6News video: McGrew Real Estate releases sales report: February 28, 2008; A report coming out this weekend looks at real estate sales from last year, and officials are hoping there won’t be an equally frustrating sequel.
6Sports video: Lawrence High boys to battle Pioneers: February 28, 2008; Fresh off their win at Free State last Friday, the Lawrence High Lions take on the Leavenworth Pioneers.
6News video: Hearing delayed in Last Call shooting: February 28, 2008; Two Topeka women charged in connection with a shooting outside a downtown Lawrence nightclub are back in court today.
6Sports video: Tonganoxie, BLHS, Eudora all see victory: February 28, 2008; The class 4A girls took place in sub-state semifinals this evening.
6Sports video: Free State to host O-North: February 28, 2008; After falling to their cross-town rivals last week, the Free State boys’ basketball team hosts Olathe North tonight for round one of the class 6A sub-state playoffs.
6Sports video: Baska athlete, scholar, role model: February 28, 2008; Tonganoxie third-grader Bailey Jackson introduces us to Lady Chieftains senior Elizabeth Baska.
6News video: City to consider new wastewater plan: February 28, 2008; City commissioners look for help in deciding when to build a new sewage treatment plant.
Class connects with soldier: By George Diepenbrock; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A1; It was a simple care package, but for Army 1st Lt. Matthew Nicholl’s platoon in Baghdad, it was a big lift. Tucked inside the package was a football autographed by the Firebird team.
6News Now: City commission to address new sewer plant details: February 28, 2008; In tonight’s 6News or tomorrow’s Lawrence Journal-World, city commissioners are looking for help deciding when to build a new sewer plant, and winter continues to take its toll on the roads.
City commission considering study before moving ahead on sewage plant: By Mark Fagan; February 28, 2008; Lawrence city commissioners still want to build a new sewage treatment plant that could cost as much as $88 million, but they want to make sure they’ll be spending the money at the right time.
Extra Minutes: Kansas 75, Iowa State 64: By Ryan Greene; February 28, 2008; Tying up loose ends from KU’s 75-64 win over Iowa State in Ames, which helped shake some rust off of the Jayhawks’ spotty road resume this season. Working through Darrell Arthur opened things up for KU, and Arthur finished with 18 points and 10 rebounds.
Lawmakers worry about existing coal-fired plants: Associated Press; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A4; Legislators who support two proposed coal-fired power plants in southwest Kansas argue that a regulator’s decision to block their construction also endangers existing plants that supply most of the state’s electricity.
Dole director recalls Buckley’s influence: By Bill Lacy - Director, Dole Institute of Politics; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A10; I last saw Bill Buckley at President Reagan’s memorial service in June 2004 at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. When I saw him come down the aisle, I couldn’t help but stand, grab his hand and reintroduce myself to him and say, “I want to thank you for giving me the motivation to be involved in politics and trying to make a difference.”
Governors handicap the presidential race: By David Broder; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A10; While the nation’s governors were in Washington from Saturday through Tuesday for their winter meeting, the campaigns of John McCain and Barack Obama accomplished some important political business.
The right tools: Hot sellers make gardening easy and fun; By Jennifer Oldridge; February 28, 2008 in print edition on C3; It’s coming - I can feel it. We can rejoice at spring’s arrival. It’s finally time to rummage about in the garden shed and garage and ready our tools, take inventory and assess what might make this year’s gardening even more glorious.
Boomers seeking green housing: Market blooms for environmentally friendly, efficient features; By Stephanie Cohen - McClatchy Newspapers; February 28, 2008 in print edition on C3; Shea Homes, one of the nation’s largest home builders, believes baby boomers are looking for communities that make an environmental difference.
‘Reinvent’ your home on a budget: By Christine Elliott - Associated Press; February 28, 2008 in print edition on C4; When Jonathan Fong decided it was time for a new end table, he skipped the furniture store and went instead to his storage closet. There he found an old mirror and a plant stand and glued them together, and within minutes a one-of-a-kind accent piece was born.
House panel triples global AIDS spending: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A9; A House committee on Wednesday voted to more than triple spending for a global AIDS program that has proven to be one of the Bush administration’s most successful and popular foreign policy initiatives.
Conservative icon William F. Buckley dies: By Hillel Italie - Associated Press Writer; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A9; William F. Buckley Jr. died at work, in his study. The Cold War had ended long before. A Republican was in the White House. The word “liberal” had been shunned like an ill-mannered guest.
Obama walks fine line in fighting false links to Islam: By Jim Kuhnhenn - Associated Press Writer; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A2; For Barack Obama, it is an ember that he has doused time and again, only to see it flicker anew: links to Islam fanned by false rumors, innuendo and association.
‘Idol’ rehash show’s allure mystifying: By Kevin McDonough; February 28, 2008 in print edition on B10; Fox continues to use the “American Idol” (7 p.m., Fox) franchise to dominate the competition. Proof that audiences love even the padded out, hour-long elimination night of “Idol” arrived last week when the show reached twice as many viewers as its nearest rival, “Survivor: Micronesia” (7 p.m., CBS).
People in the news: February 28, 2008 in print edition on B10; ¢ Tribute to Fred Rogers includes ‘Sweater Day’¢ Whoopi Goldberg accepts Oscar apology¢ Norwegian court postpones drug hearing¢ Eminem book to detail ‘private thoughts’¢ LA police considering drugging investigation¢ Designer Hilfiger puts home on the market
High hopes for biodefense lab: By Scott Rothschild; February 28, 2008 in print edition on B11; Gov. Kathleen Sebelius on Wednesday said Kansas “is very well placed” to win the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility. Sebelius and several Kansas officials met in Washington, D.C., this week with federal authorities who will be involved in the decision to pick a location for the Department of Homeland Security laboratory.
FSHS girls slip past O-East in playoffs: By Matt Tait; February 28, 2008 in print edition on B1; Free State junior Ashleigh Allam picked a fantastic time to start making layups again. After struggling for weeks with one of the easiest shots in the game, Allam sank a couple of huge second-half chip shots to help the Firebirds hold off Olathe East, 38-30, Wednesday in Olathe.
LHS girls hammer Eagles: Lions open sub-state with 74-42 blowout; By Jesse Temple; February 28, 2008 in print edition on B1; Lawrence High forward Jasmyn Turner hadn’t shown the public her three-point shooting prowess all season. But her girls basketball teammates insisted Turner - who spends most of her time roaming the paint and snagging rebounds - had one of the best shots on the team.
KU women tumble, coach grumbles: By Chuck Woodling; February 28, 2008 in print edition on B1; Another Kansas University women’s basketball game, another Get Well card. Five days ago, KU played nurse to Missouri’s 10-game losing streak. On Wednesday night, the Jayhawks were just what the doctor ordered for Texas’s 10-game Big 12 Conference road skid.
Collins makes stride forward: Guard not his best, but he’s better than last game; By Ryan Greene; February 28, 2008 in print edition on B7; The first open-court chance he got Wednesday night, Kansas University guard Sherron Collins may have had a flashback to his football-playing days at Chicago’s Crane High.
CDC panel says all kids need flu vaccine: By Mike Stobbe - Associated Press Writer; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A7; All children - not just those under 5 - should get vaccinated against the flu, a federal advisory panel said Wednesday.
Investigation sought into Marine delays of equipment in Iraq: By Richard Lardner - Associated Press Writer; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A9; An investigation into allegations the Marine Corps delayed sending blast-resistant trucks to Iraq also will examine whether the Marines were negligent in delivering a laser to divert drivers and people from checkpoints and convoys, according to a memo obtained by The Associated Press.
Lions eager for rematch: Lawrence boys on roll heading to tonight’s sub-state opener; By Jesse Temple; February 28, 2008 in print edition on B4; Lawrence High’s boys basketball team might just be the most formidable sub-.500 bunch in all of Class 6A entering sub-state play.
Constitution Hall goes back to regular hours: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A3; Constitution Hall in Lecompton and 15 other state historic sites will revert to regular business hours on Saturday.
Retail drain: Lawrence shoppers taking their dollars to Wyandotte County: But will their boom mean our bust?; By Mark Fagan; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A1; The Lawrence area’s bowl of retail sales is leaking, and the money that’s leaving town is increasingly flowing into mega shopping areas in Wyandotte County, an economist says.
A&M crushes Tech: Associated Press; February 28, 2008 in print edition on B5; Texas A&M rebounded from one of its worst performances with perhaps its best.
Pump patrol: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A3; The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $2.98 at several locations. If you find a lower price, call Pump Patrol at 832-7154.
Farmland focus: Local officials need to marshal their forces and work together to push their plan to redevelop the Farmland Industries property.; J-W Editorials; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A10; It would be tragic if a lack of initiative or creativity causes Lawrence and Douglas County to lose the opportunity to reclaim and develop the former Farmland Industries property east of Lawrence.
Veggie garden not just a luxury: By Dean Fosdick - Associated Press Writer; February 28, 2008 in print edition on C5; Americans finding soaring food prices hard to stomach are battling back by growing their own food.
KU notebook: February 28, 2008 in print edition on B7; Sore back: Sasha Kaun scored eight points and grabbed two rebounds with three blocked shots in 16 minutes. Not bad for a guy with a bad back.
Advance voting options increase: By Mike Belt; February 28, 2008 in print edition on B12; Douglas County residents wanting to participate in advance voting during the August primary elections may have more than one location to choose from when they cast their ballots.
Forget about son’s game, get to work, Sebelius says: By Scott Rothschild; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A1; Gov. Kathleen Sebelius on Wednesday sharply criticized a state senator who has called for an investigation into a board game created by Sebelius’ son.
5-year-old who was shot remains on life support: By Cory Smith - cjsmith@sunflowerbroadband.com; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A4; A Linwood area girl who was shot in the head Saturday remains at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City.
Power of hope: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A11; To the editor: The Feb. 20 column by Cal Thomas, “Untested Obama is risky choice,” is the most negative, cynical writing that the Journal-World has recently published. Thomas compares Barack Obama with John and Robert Kennedy who, he said, are examples of the “dangers of hope” and what can happen when such hopes are crushed.
Lush lawn attainable without spending big bucks: By Jennifer Smith - smithjen@ksu.edu; February 28, 2008 in print edition on C2; You might be surprised to learn that a green, healthy lawn doesn’t cost a lot of time or money - it just takes good management.
On the record: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A4; On Wednesday morning Lawrence police arrested Damien Garrett, 27, of Lawrence, on charges stemming from an aggravated assault and unlawful discharge of a firearm.
Farmers are facing revised tax forms: February 28, 2008 in print edition on B11; Agricultural industry taxpayers, farmers and fishermen, who electronically file Form 1040 returns with Form 4136, Credit for Federal Tax Paid on Fuels, must wait until Monday to e-file the newly-revised form.
Red Sox visit White House: February 28, 2008 in print edition on B2; When the Boston Red Sox, World Series champions, showed up at the White House on Wednesday, President Bush had a blast.
KU on Wheels in red $320K: By Jonathan Kealing; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A1; Kansas University’s bus system operating budget is in the red, to the tune of nearly $320,000. At Wednesday night’s Student Senate meeting, senators approved legislation that would allow the KU on Wheels bus system to transfer $3 per student from the bus acquisition fee to the bus operation fee.
Scoring error costs OSU: February 28, 2008 in print edition on B2; A scoring error in Ohio State’s game at Indiana on Monday night may have cost the Buckeyes a critical game in their quest for a fourth consecutive Big Ten title.
Astronaut Hawley to join KU faculty: By Jonathan Kealing; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A4; Steve Hawley had two dreams growing up: to be an astronomer and to be an astronaut. He’s got one of those goals down, and now he’s coming back to Lawrence and Kansas University to become an astronomer.
Humane Society pets blanketed by donations: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A3; The Lawrence Humane Society has received an overwhelming response to its request for blanket and linen donations.
FSHS boys focused: Firebirds put loss in regular-season finale behind, eye O-North; By Matt Tait; February 28, 2008 in print edition on B4; It did not take long for the Free State High boys basketball team to move past its loss to Lawrence High on Friday and ahead to tonight’s sub-state matchup with Olathe North.
Lawrence experts offer tips for growing your own produce: By Christy Little; February 28, 2008 in print edition on C5; A colorful array of bell peppers is one of Amy Albright’s favorite summer sights. “I always want to buy the beautiful orange bell peppers at the store,” says the owner of Vinland Valley Nursery. “But it seems like they’re, like, $4 a pound. That’s one of those items you want to grow on your own.”
Old Home Town - 25 years ago: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A10; Patty Jaimes, Douglas County clerk, estimated that only about 28 percent of the registered voters would turn out for the city primary election. She said the final total probably would run in the range of 8,500 to 9,000 voters. Lawrence had 30,805 registered voters. Jaimes said there had been a 39 percent increase in requests for absentee ballots.
Omaha commits to stadium: February 28, 2008 in print edition on B2; In hopes of keeping the College World Series through at least 2030, Omaha is moving forward with plans for a new downtown baseball stadium.
Poor drainage in yard easy to fix: By Jennifer Smith - smithjen@ksu.edu; February 28, 2008 in print edition on C1; I am happy about the moisture this winter because I know it is good for the plants, but the excess rain and snow is pooling in my yard - unsympathetically pointing out my drainage problems.
Fair housing seminar set for March 7: February 28, 2008 in print edition on B11; A Fair Housing and Rental Housing in Kansas seminar will be conducted from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. March 7 at the United Way of Douglas County building, 2518 Ridge Court.
Election law veto unexpected setback: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A2; Iraqi government leaders on Wednesday rejected a law that required nationwide elections by the fall, dealing a serious blow to a measure that the U.S. considers a key benchmark of political reconciliation in Iraq.
Nobel laureate: War costs will exceed $3 trillion: By Kevin G. Hall - McClatchy Newspapers; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A1; When U.S. troops invaded Iraq in March 2003, the Bush administration predicted that the war would be self-financing and that rebuilding the nation would cost less than $2 billion.
Jury spares ex-cop from death penalty: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A2; A former police officer was sentenced Wednesday to at least 57 years in prison for killing his pregnant lover and her fetus.
Cans for the Community wins grant: Fifty recycling bins to be placed at high-traffic sites; J-W Staff Reports; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A5; In the past few years, Cans for the Community has given $23,000 to nonprofit organizations from the proceeds of recycling almost 2 million cans. Now, thanks to a grant, the organization hopes to be able to give even more.
Civil rights leader switches to Obama: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A2; Civil rights leader John Lewis dropped his support for Hillary Rodham Clinton’s presidential bid Wednesday in favor of Barack Obama.
Accused shooter waives hearing in death: Associated Press; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A5; A trial date was set Wednesday after a Topeka man accused in the December shooting death of an 18-year-old hunter waived his right to a preliminary hearing.
Basketball tournament for youths scheduled: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A3; The March Madness Basketball Tournament, hosted by the Boys and Girls Club and the Lawrence school district’s after-school programs, is set to begin at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Robinson Gymnasium on Kansas University’s campus.
Haskell launches research center: By Karrey Britt; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A5; Haskell Indian Nations University has a research center - the first one its 124-year history. The Research Evaluation and Dissemination (RED) Center officially launched this week. The center - the brainchild of new President Linda Warner - serves as a clearinghouse for research and professional development.
Jewel thieves tunnel into Milan showroom: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A2; Masked thieves drilled a tunnel and broke into a jewelry showroom as employees were preparing for a VIP showing in a brazen daylight heist.
Little progress seen in Afghanistan: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A2; New U.S. intelligence assessments cast doubt on President Bush’s recent claim that Taliban and al-Qaida forces in Afghanistan are “on the run.”
Old Home Town - 100 years ago: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A10; From the Lawrence Daily World for Feb. 28, 1908: “President Roosevelt came out strongly for efforts to stamp out ‘rottenness and corruption’ during an emotional talk to the National Education Assn.’s annual meeting in Washington.”
Bloomberg spells out political position: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A2; After two years of playing coy about his presidential ambitions, Mayor Michael Bloomberg declared in a newspaper editorial Wednesday that he will not run for president but might support the candidate who “takes an independent, nonpartisan approach.”
Officers locate missing boy, 4: By Mike Belt & Lindsey Slater; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A3; A 4-year-old boy went looking for his dog Wednesday morning. A few hours later, more than two dozen law enforcement officers went looking for the boy.
Horoscopes: February 28, 2008 in print edition on B10; This year, express your newfound vitality and energy. Choosing where to funnel it could be important. If you are single, you will expand your immediate circle of friends. If you are attached, you will be redefining your relationship.
Our Town Sports: February 28, 2008 in print edition on B4; Sports in and around Lawrence
No immunity: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A11; To the editor: Regardless of how the Republican administration tries to parse the warrantless wiretapping issue, immunity from civil or criminal charges arising from past, present or future actions by the telecommunication carriers is wrong and indefensible.
Armed robbers pick the wrong bar: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A2; An armed robber picked the wrong target when he raided an Australian bar where a biker gang was holding a meeting. He ended up hog-tied and in a hospital.
Pet Minders owner earns accreditation: February 28, 2008 in print edition on B11; Leslie Soden, owner and founder of Lawrence-based Pet Minders, this month earned accreditation as a pet sitter from Pet Sitters International.
Coldest winter in 30 years kills 1,300: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A9; Around 1,300 people have died as freezing weather continues to cause havoc in Afghanistan with heavy snow and sub-zero temperatures hitting 17 of the country’s 34 provinces, local authorities said Wednesday.
Royals lose opener; Hochevar perfect: Associated Press; February 28, 2008 in print edition on B2; Josh Hamilton, who played only 15 professional games from 2003-06 after being suspended for violating baseball’s drug policy, hit a two-run double in the fifth inning Wednesday as the Texas Rangers beat the Kansas City Royals, 6-1, in a Cactus League opener at Surprise, Ariz.
Alarming tally: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A11; To the editor: On Jan. 19, this paper printed an Associated Press article about the face of abortion. It quoted many statistics about and reasons for abortion. The silence has been deafening regarding this alarming article.
Poll finds few plan to spend rebates: By Maura Reynolds - The Los Angeles Times; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A9; Most Americans are planning to use their stimulus rebate checks to pay down existing debt or add to their savings, not to fuel the kind of consumer spending that would bolster the economy, a Los Angeles Times/Bloomberg poll has found.
Gardening books suit every interest level: By Jessica Damiano - Newsday; February 28, 2008 in print edition on C4; Check out some of these new titles about gardening.
4 hostages freed by Colombian rebels: February 28, 2008 in print edition on A9; Four hostages were freed by Colombian rebels Wednesday after six years of captivity and flown to Venezuela, where they appealed to President Hugo Chavez to help press for the freedom of all remaining hostages.
Changes to vicious dog law weighed: By Mike Belt; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A5; Changes intended to strengthen the county’s dangerous and vicious dog law were recommended Wednesday to Douglas County commissioners.
Mizzou honored at Capitol: February 28, 2008 in print edition on B2; The Missouri University football team received resounding ovations Wednesday in the Missouri Senate and House as it was recognized for its successful 2007 season.
Removal of gray wolves from endangered list to be challenged: By Matthew Brown - Associated Press Writer; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A12; A coalition of environmental and animal rights groups notified the Department of Interior on Wednesday that they plan to sue to stop the removal of gray wolves in the northern Rockies from the endangered species list.
Back on track: Jayhawks claim ‘big’ win at ISU; By Gary Bedore; February 28, 2008 in print edition on B1; Bill Self never has felt as if Kansas University’s ship was sinking. Rocking from side to side, maybe, but not headed to the bottom of the sea.
US student starves while on exchange program in Egypt: By Jerry Harkavy - Associated Press Writer; February 28, 2008 in print edition on C12; Jonathan McCullum was in perfect health at 155 pounds when he left last summer to spend the school year as an exchange student in Egypt. But when he returned home to Maine just four months later, the 5-foot-9 teenager weighed a mere 97 pounds and was so weak that he struggled to carry his baggage or climb a flight of stairs.
Ready to break away?: Be wary of small-business opportunities; By Michelle Singletary; February 28, 2008 in print edition on B11; The constant drumbeat of bad economic news may lead to another trend: an increase in small business start-ups. As people struggle to find the money to pay for higher mortgage costs, rising energy and gasoline bills and climbing prices at the supermarket, many will be enticed by small business opportunities.
Commodities: February 28, 2008 in print edition on B11; Agriculture futures mostly traded lower Wednesday on the Chicago Board of Trade. Wheat for May delivery rose 35.5 cents to $12.50; March corn fell 5.5 cents to $5.25; March oats lost 4.75 cents to $4.125; May soybeans shed 9 cents to $14.7525.
‘Green up’ your bedroom for better health: By Shaila Wunderlich - McClatchy Newspapers; February 28, 2008 in print edition on C6; As the co-host of HGTV’s “Red, Hot and Green,” a contributing eco-columnist to several magazines and newspapers, and a consultant on many environmentally friendly product launches, lifestyle guru Danny Seo has “greened” countless kitchens, gardens, baths and second homes.
Keegan: Arthur turns time to points: By Tom Keegan; February 28, 2008 in print edition on B1; Basketball is not without its mysteries. For example, there was the bizarre 1978 disappearance of John Brisker, the former ABA superstar who finished his career with the Seattle SuperSonics of the NBA. Brisker reportedly went to Uganda, either as a guest invited by basketball enthusiast Idi Amin Dada or to start an import-export business or to become a mercenary fighting for Amin.
Smoking ban, cigarette tax on ‘life support’: By Scott Rothschild; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A3; Two major parts of state health care reform appeared in jeopardy Wednesday.
Nothing to sneeze at: Herbal remedies help alleviate troublesome allergies; By Jennifer Oldridge; February 28, 2008 in print edition on C1; Can you feel it coming? There’s that tickle in your nose, tears running from your eyes, a perpetual crimson hue that takes up residence in those baby blues and the episodes of sneezing attacks where you cannot put a sentence together.
Cancer study finds new hope in Thalidomide: By Maura Lerner - The Minneapolis Star Tribune; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A7; Thalidomide, a drug once banned worldwide for causing birth defects, is showing promise as a possible treatment for ovarian cancer.
NY Times kneecaps McCain: By Leonard Pitts Jr.; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A11; I am surprised to learn that Tonya Harding has taken up journalism. What else explains last week’s kneecapping of Sen. John McCain by The New York Times? Obviously, the bad girl of figure skating has been given a corner office at Times headquarters.
Kansas baseball falls, 2-1: J-W Staff Reports; February 28, 2008 in print edition on B4; A bases-loaded, two-run single lifted Arkansas to a 2-1 college baseball victory over Kansas University on Wednesday at Baum Stadium.
Save money by buying gently used furniture: By Donna Birch - The Modesto Bee; February 28, 2008 in print edition on C6; When Kristin and John Webb were ready to buy furniture for their home, they didn’t go to a showroom or big-box store in search of brand-new pieces. Instead, they headed to Crow Trading Co., a Modesto, Calif., store that sells antique and vintage furniture, decor, accessories and collectibles.
ISU coach gushes about Jayhawks: ‘I think they’re the most complete team in the country’; By Tom Keegan; February 28, 2008 in print edition on B6; Even though his team was able to cut a 22-point second-half deficit to 11 points in less than two minutes during Wednesday night’s 75-64 loss to Kansas University, Iowa State coach Greg McDermott ranked the Jayhawks second to none afterward.
Efficiency rules proposed for NY fleet: Cars used by limo services would have higher standard for mpg; By Sara Kugler - Associated Press Writer; February 28, 2008 in print edition on A12; With a plan already under way to make all of New York City’s yellow cabs green by 2012, Mayor Michael Bloomberg proposed new fuel-efficient rules on Wednesday for the thousands of black cars used by car services.
Congress asks for Clemens probe: Justice Department should investigate pitcher, letter says; February 28, 2008 in print edition on B2; Roger Clemens’ denial of steroid use warrants further investigation, Congress said Wednesday in asking the Justice Department to determine whether the star pitcher lied under oath in testimony to a House committee.

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