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How did Gov. Kathleen Sebelius do on the Democrats' response to President Bush's State of the Union speech Monday night?

Poll results

Response	Percent
She did very well.		35%
I expected better.		35%
I didn’t watch.		13%
She did OK.		13%
No opinion.		1%
Total	860

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6:00 a.m.

Options sought for funding new roads: By Scott Rothschild; January 28, 2008 in print edition on 3A; State and national highway officials said Monday that policymakers need to figure out new ways to raise money to build roads - including the possibility of a mileage tax. Lawmakers took no action but were briefed on inadequacies in the current motor fuels tax to keep pace with transportation needs.

8:00 a.m.

Unfinished business: By Terence Hunt - Associated Press Writer; January 29, 2008 in print edition on 1A; President Bush, standing before Congress one last time, urged the nation Monday night to persevere against gnawing fears of recession and stay patient with the long, grinding war in Iraq. He pressed Congress to quickly pass a plan to rescue the economy. “We can all see that growth is slowing,” Bush said in a blunt acknowledgment of rising food and gas prices, increasing unemployment and turmoil in the housing and financial markets.

Video: Bush addresses nation
Video: Sebelius responds to Bush’s address
Poll: How did Gov. Kathleen Sebelius do on the Democrats’ response to President Bush’s State of the Union speech Monday night?

12:00 p.m.

Internet firm’s plan raises questions: By Chad Lawhorn; January 29, 2008 in print edition on 3A; The Lawrence City Commission is being asked to co-sign a $4.9 million loan for Lawrence Freenet to finance that company’s plans to expand its wireless Internet service in the city. Freenet leaders say in exchange for the unusual financial arrangement, they’ll guarantee that every child in the city under age 18 will have free access to wireless Internet service. They’re also agreeing to provide the city with enough installed underground cable to synchronize the traffic signals on major city streets, along with providing city government with free Internet access.

Video: Internet company seeks city backing

4:00 p.m.

Musician returns for DCAP fundraiser: By Kristi Henderson - khenderson@ljworld.com; January 29, 2008 in print edition on 4A; If there’s one constant for the Douglas County AIDS Project’s winter fundraiser dance, it would be Kelley Hunt. As the fundraiser has changed during the last 16 years, Hunt - described as everything from an R&B singer and boogie-woogie pianist to a singer-songwriter - has been there to keep everyone moving on the dance floor.

10:00 p.m.

Obama receives Sebelius’ endorsement: By Alex Parker; January 29, 2008 in print edition on 1A; Thousands of supporters of Illinois Sen. Barack Obama filled a gymnasium here as the Democratic hopeful made his first visit to Kansas since he declared his candidacy for president. After Obama spoke to the crowd at Butler Community College, Gov. Kathleen Sebelius joined him on stage to announce her endorsement of the junior senator, arousing the cheers of a jubilant audience.

Video: Sebelius announces support for Obama
Photo gallery: Barack Obama in El Dorado

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6Sports video: KU, KSU to battle it out at Bramlage: January 29, 2008; Two undefeateds remain in Big 12 play, and both call the state of Kansas home. Tomorrow the KU men make the drive west to Manhattan to battle with Kansas State at Bramlage Coliseum.
6News video: Cold front brings what feels like 60 degree drop: By Jennifer Schack; January 29, 2008; Yesterday afternoon, the temperature was 54 degrees. A cold front brought today’s temperature down to 14 degrees, with wind chill at -2.
6News video: Governor invites Kansans to state birthday party: By Matt Lucht; January 29, 2008; Residents across Kansas celebrate the state’s 147th birthday. 6News photojournalist Matt Lucht found out what happens when the governor invites the state to a birthday party.
6Sports video: Beasley the one to beat: By Kevin Romary; January 29, 2008; If Kansas wants to win #25 in a row in Manhattan, the Jayhawks will have to find a way to stop or at least contain Wildcats freshman phenom Michael Beasley.
6News video: City leaders balk at Freenet loan: January 29, 2008; City commissioners like the idea of making the Internet more available to Lawrence youth, but they’re skeptical of a plan to expand access.
6Sports video: Cardinals squeak past Mavericks: January 29, 2008; The Eudora boys spent a cold, snowy night at home hosting the Metro Academy.
6News video: “8 wonders of Kansas” revealed: January 29, 2008; The state’s birthday was made even more special today when Governor Sebelius announced which Kansas attractions made the “8 Wonders of Kansas.”
6News video: County Sheriff’s deputy’s gun, equipment still missing: January 29, 2008; More than a month after a loaded gun and other police equipment was stolen from a Douglas County Sheriff’s deputy’s pickup truck, the search continues.
6News video: Bill to offer vote on state smoking ban: January 29, 2008; In news out of the Kansas statehouse tonight, three senators, including two doctors, push to snuff out smoking across the state.
6News video: Sebelius announces support for Obama: By Kendall Jones; January 29, 2008; At a rally in El Dorado today, Governor Kathleen Sebelius made her support for Barack Obama clear. 6News reporter Kendall Jones traveled to El Dorado and explains how Obama is giving hope to local people who made the trip south to hear him speak.
6News video: State history focus of Kansas Day lesson: By Lindsey Slater; January 29, 2008; Kansas is the state of clear skies and roaming buffalo — or at least the state song says so. In honor of the state’s birthday, local students are learning its history. 6News reporter Lindsey Slater has more on their knowledge of the Sunflower State.
6News video: Dole Institute hosts military bloggers: January 29, 2008; They are instant connections to the battles in Iraq and Afghanistan. And now, military blogging is connecting to the world of academics.
6Sports video: KU women 1-5 in Big 12 play: January 29, 2008; The Kansas women’s basketball team must take on one of the best players in the nation. On Wednesday, Bonnie’s bunch travels to Oklahoma to take on Courtney Paris and the Sooners.
6News video: Tax proposal likely not on ballot: January 29, 2008; A key city commissioner says it’s unlikely the city will put a sales tax question on the ballot and join the school district this spring.
Obama receives Sebelius’ endorsement: By Alex Parker; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A1; Thousands of supporters of Illinois Sen. Barack Obama filled a gymnasium here as the Democratic hopeful made his first visit to Kansas since he declared his candidacy for president. After Obama spoke to the crowd at Butler Community College, Gov. Kathleen Sebelius joined him on stage to announce her endorsement of the junior senator, arousing the cheers of a jubilant audience.
Golf course development pulled from tonight’s agenda: J-W Staff report; January 29, 2008; Plans for a new apartment complex and nine hole golf course have been pulled from tonight’s City Commission meeting.
6News Now: Links development on agenda: January 29, 2008; In tonight’s 6News and tomorrow’s Lawrence Journal-World, plans for a new golf course and apartment complex in northwest Lawrence are up for approval at tonight’s City Commission meeting, and winter weather returns with a vengeance.
Attempted robbery reported on KU’s West Campus: January 29, 2008; Student says he was attacked.
Snow and cold temperatures return; some cancellations reported: By Mike Belt; 01:30 p.m., January 29, 2008 Updated 03:22 p.m.; Temperatures drop and snow swirls today after Monday’s winter respite.
Tonganoxie to close schools early: January 29, 2008; Tonganoxie schools closing at 1:30 p.m. today.
Governor endorses Obama: January 29, 2008; Gov. Kathleen Sebelius said Tuesday she will endorse Democrat Barack Obama for president, giving the candidate a Super Tuesday boost.
Illness causes cancellation of Broken Arrow program: Event postponed until next week; J-W Staff report; January 29, 2008; Music program moved to Monday.
8 Wonders of Kansas unveiled: J-W Staff report; January 29, 2008; The 8 Wonders of Kansas were announced today by Gov. Kathleen Sebelius before hundreds of schoolchildren who were in the Statehouse to participate in Kansas Day events.
Smoking ban proposal introduced in Kansas Senate: Statewide measure would require November vote; By Scott Rothschild; January 29, 2008; Voters would decide in the November election whether to enact a smoking ban in their county, under a proposal introduced today in the Legislature.
Sebelius to endorse Obama today: 10:19 a.m., January 29, 2008 Updated 12:43 p.m.; Presidential candidate will be in Kansas today.
Traffic accident knocks out power to local residents: Electricity restored to nearly all customers; By George Diepenbrock; January 29, 2008; About 1,200 customers in central Lawrence remain without power after a car struck a pole about 12:30a.m. today along Ninth Street just north of Memorial Stadium.
Stroke treatment vacuums out clots: By Lauran Neergaard - Associated Press Writer; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A8; It’s a tiny vacuum cleaner for the brain: A new treatment for stroke victims promises to suction out clogged arteries in hopes of stopping the brain attack before it does permanent harm.
No deal yet on coal plants: By Scott Rothschild; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B12; Gov. Kathleen Sebelius on Monday said “no deal” has resulted from ongoing talks related to her administration’s rejection of coal-burning power plants in western Kansas. In October, Sebelius’ administration denied permits for two 700-megawatt plants, citing concerns with carbon dioxide emissions and global warming.
McDonald’s given power to award British education credits: By Jane Wardell - Associated Press Writer; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A10; New on the McDonald’s menu: a takeaway diploma. The government is giving the U.S. burger chain - along with a rail company and an airline - the right to award credits toward a high school diploma to employees who complete on-the-job training programs.
Keep your money in safe investments: By Michelle Singletary; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B11; A friend of mine, a woman with some good sense, told me about a couple who had been persuaded to buy dinars, the Iraqi currency, as a great investment. I thought she was joking and started laughing. But she was serious.
Sunflower State savvy: By Terry Rombeck; January 29, 2008 in print edition on C1; Kansas has 2.7 million residents, 83,000 square miles and 147 years of history. That’s a lot of people, space and time for you to know about your home state. So today, as Kansas celebrates its birthday, here are questions to test how much random trivia you know about your state.
Former MU coach dies: January 29, 2008 in print edition on B2; Larry Smith, the emotional coach who led Southern California to the Rose Bowl three times and won 143 games with Tulane, Arizona, USC and Missouri, died Monday after a long bout with chronic lymphatic leukemia. He was 68.
Sebelius offers ‘American’ response: By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A7; Gov. Kathleen Sebelius urged President Bush on Monday to work with her fellow Democrats on economic and foreign policy issues so that he will see “real results” during his final year in office. Giving her party’s response to the Republican president’s final State of the Union address, Sebelius said: “So we ask you, Mr. President, will you join us? It’s time to get to work.”
Revenue from nonprofit goes to for-profit company: By Chad Lawhorn; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A5; A $4.9 million request by Lawrence Freenet is raising new questions about the company’s not-for-profit roots.
Commentary: Risk-takers found on both sidelines: Giants’ road record deserves more attention; By Drew Sharp - Detroit Free Press; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B3; The nation will need an insulin injection by 6 p.m. Sunday, after a week of sugary excess. All hail the perfect team! All hail the perfect quarterback! All hail the greatest achievement ever in team sports!
Chemical spill contained at MagnaGro building: J-W Staff Reports; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A4; HazMat responders from Olathe were called to Lawrence on Monday to assist in the cleanup of a chemical spill near a MagnaGro International building, at the south end of Delaware Street.
100th death from bird flu reported: January 29, 2008 in print edition on A2; Indonesia, the nation hardest hit by bird flu, has recorded its 100th human death as the virus picks up speed across Asia.
Couple admit to armored car robbery: January 29, 2008 in print edition on A10; A couple accused of stealing millions of dollars from an armored car company did it to escape financial hardships, the woman told the FBI in court documents disclosed Monday.
Orthodox Archbishop Christodoulos dies: January 29, 2008 in print edition on A2; Hundreds of mourners, many sobbing, gathered Monday at Athens’ cathedral to file past the remains of Archbishop Christodoulos, the first leader of Greece’s powerful Orthodox Church to welcome a Catholic pope to Athens in 1,300 years.
Gunmen briefly hold school hostage: January 29, 2008 in print edition on A2; A group of heavily armed men took more than 200 children hostage at a school in northwestern Pakistan on Monday but released them and their teachers under a deal negotiated by tribal elders, according to authorities and residents.
Sears CEO departs as profits tumble: January 29, 2008 in print edition on A10; Sears Holdings Corp. abruptly announced the departure of president and chief executive Aylwin B. Lewis on Monday, leaving a management void at the top of the department store chain controlled by Chairman Edward S. Lampert as it tries a high-stakes restructuring to reconnect with customers and reinvigorate slumping sales.
More NATO help in Afghanistan sought: January 29, 2008 in print edition on A10; Canada will extend its military mission in Afghanistan only if another NATO country puts more soldiers in the dangerous south, the prime minister said Monday, echoing the recommendation of an independent panel to withdraw without additional forces.
Dental clinic offers free exams, X-rays: J-W Staff Reports; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B11; The Douglas County Dental Clinic will provide free dental examinations and X-rays to qualifying children as part of Give Kids a Smile Day, scheduled for this Friday.
Kennedys evoke bygone era, comparing Obama to JFK: By David Espo - Associated Press Writer; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A2; Summoning memories of his brother the slain president, Sen. Edward M. Kennedy led two generations of the First Family of Democratic politics Monday in endorsing Barack Obama for the White House, declaring, “I feel change is in the air.”
Teacher recognized for certification: J-W Staff Reports; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A8; Board members Monday night recognized Terri Durgan, a Quail Run School fourth-grade teacher, who recently earned her National Board Certification.
‘Road covered in blood’ in Kenya: By Katharine Houreld - Associated Press Writer; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A10; Thousands of machete-wielding youths hunted down members of President Mwai Kibaki’s Kikuyu tribe Monday in western Kenya’s Rift Valley, torching homes and buses, clashing with police, and blocking roads with burning tires.
Musician returns for DCAP fundraiser: By Kristi Henderson - khenderson@ljworld.com; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A4; If there’s one constant for the Douglas County AIDS Project’s winter fundraiser dance, it would be Kelley Hunt. As the fundraiser has changed during the last 16 years, Hunt - described as everything from an R&B singer and boogie-woogie pianist to a singer-songwriter - has been there to keep everyone moving on the dance floor.
Commodities: January 29, 2008 in print edition on B11; Agricultural futures traded higher Monday on the Chicago Board of Trade. Wheat for March delivery jumped 30 cents to $9.63; March corn added 4 cents to $5.0225; March oats gained 2.75 cents to $3.23; March soybeans rose 10.75 cents to $12.5375.
CornerBank to honor Community Cornerstone: J-W Staff Reports; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B11; Shirley Martin-Smith is winner of CornerBank’s Community Cornerstone Award for January.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago: January 29, 2008 in print edition on A11; From the Lawrence Daily World for Jan. 29, 1908: “Mayor Barker had some ribs jarred loose from his spine last night when he ran to separate two fighting dogs. He fell to the ground and could be seriously impaired for some time. One rib was torn loose from his backbone, we hear.
Old Home Town - 25 years ago: January 29, 2008 in print edition on A11; Jack Lindquist, a 1980 Kansas State University graduate, was named agricultural agent for Douglas County, effective April 1.
Old Home Town - 40 years ago: January 29, 2008 in print edition on A11; A local group was due to appear before the Joint Council on Recreation in Topeka to try to get state or federal help for construction of the Lawrence municipal swimming pool. Mayor Dick Raney, Chamber of Commerce President Dolph Simons Jr. and City Manager Ray Wells headed the group.
5 U.S. soldiers killed in the north: January 29, 2008 in print edition on A2; Five U.S. soldiers were killed Monday afternoon in northern Iraq when explosives detonated near their vehicle, the second-deadliest attack on American soldiers this year.
Trim budgets: January 29, 2008 in print edition on A11; To the editor: Senior citizens are concerned about rising property taxes due to education and a needless golf course.
Board urges changes to No Child Left Behind: J-W Staff Reports; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A8; School board members unanimously approved a resolution Monday night that encourages Congress to make changes the federal No Child Left Behind act.
Hamas works with Egyptians to reimpose control at border: By Omar Sinan - Associated Press Writer; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A10; Hamas militants joined Egyptian forces for a second day Monday in trying to restore control at three breaches in the Gaza border, building a chain-link fence to seal off one opening and directing traffic at two others.
Cuts in luxury spending may trickle down to lower classes: By Anne D'Innocenzio - Associated Press Writer; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A9; It’s hard to feel sorry for well-heeled shoppers whose idea of tough economic times is passing on $1,000 Burberry raincoats or that $300 limo ride while the working poor skimp on vegetables and take the bus.
Senate measure could cut rebates: Associated Press; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A9; A top Senate Democrat unveiled a $156 billion economic stimulus package Monday that awards rebates to senior citizens living off Social Security and extends unemployment benefits, setting up a clash with the White House and House leaders pushing a narrower package.
Georgia may soon buckle to pressure on seat belts: By Greg Bluestein - Associated Press Writer; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A9; The way some Georgians see it, if they’re going to get thrown through the windshield of a pickup truck, that’s nobody’s business but their own.
Bush to make one final spending request for wars: Associated Press; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A8; The White House will ask Congress next week for another $70 billion for the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, an amount that would help cover operational costs only until early next year when the next administration takes over.
Author to speak at teen conference: By Terry Rombeck; January 29, 2008 in print edition on C1; A former Miss Black California and commentator will be the featured speaker at this year’s Straight Up Beautiful conference.
Mizzou guard out 4-6 weeks: Tigers’ leading scorer sidelined after suffering broken jaw; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B2; Missouri guard Stefhon Hannah, the team’s leading scorer, remained hospitalized Monday with a broken jaw after a weekend brawl outside a downtown nightclub. The senior is expected to miss at least four to six weeks and could be out for the rest of the season.
Religious strife: January 29, 2008 in print edition on A11; To the editor: Here recently the Public Forum resembles a Christian pulpit, each person professing to know the will of God. I have nothing against religious freedom unless it becomes extremism. I notice conservative candidates fighting each other for the vote of the religious right. However, when you start legislating your religious agenda, that scares me and approaches extremism.
Clinton tactics are toxic to campaign: January 29, 2008 in print edition on A11; In 1976, Fred Harris - a populist precursor of this year’s version of John Edwards - championed “the little people.” When he finished fourth with just 10.8 percent of the vote in the New Hampshire primary, he cheerfully explained that the little people were too little to reach the levers on the voting machines.
Van Go artists put works on sale: J-W Staff Reports; January 29, 2008 in print edition on C2; Get an early start on your Valentine’s Day shopping at “Have a Heart,” a show celebrating youth artwork.
Alliance takes aim at cancer: Four hospitals across state join university to improve treatment; By Scott Rothschild; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A3; Kansas needs to do a better job in the fight against cancer, health leaders said Monday. And the announcement of a new alliance of hospitals with Kansas University was seen by many as a watershed moment in that fight.
Voters will decide property tax raise: By George Diepenbrock; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A1; Lawrence school district voters will go to the polls April 1 to decide if the school board can have an extra $680,000 to spend, likely on teacher salaries and mental health services. “I believe our public wants to compensate our staff better than they’re doing now, and if they believe this is the only way we can do that, I think they will support this,” said Craig Grant, school board vice president.
City still beating the market: Lawrence home sales fall in 2007 but still above national average; By Mark Fagan; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B11; The good news: Lawrence beat the nationwide average when it comes to the sales pace for new homes last year. The bad news: That’s not saying all that much.
Full Text of President Bush’s 2008 State of the Union Address: January 29, 2008; Seven years have passed since I first stood before you at this rostrum. In that time, our country has been tested in ways none of us could have imagined. We have faced hard decisions about peace and war, rising competition in the world economy, and the health and welfare of our citizens. These issues call for vigorous debate, and I think it’s fair to say we’ve answered that call. Yet history will record that amid our differences, we acted with purpose. And together, we showed the world the power and resilience of American self-government.
Unfinished business: Bush asks US to be patient with Iraq war, recession fears; By Terence Hunt - Associated Press Writer; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A1; President Bush, standing before Congress one last time, urged the nation Monday night to persevere against gnawing fears of recession and stay patient with the long, grinding war in Iraq. He pressed Congress to quickly pass a plan to rescue the economy. “We can all see that growth is slowing,” Bush said in a blunt acknowledgment of rising food and gas prices, increasing unemployment and turmoil in the housing and financial markets.
Aid workers sentenced on kidnapping charges: January 29, 2008 in print edition on A2; A court sentenced six French charity workers to eight years in prison in France on Monday, after they were convicted in Chad of trying to kidnap 103 children they said were orphans from Darfur.
Young viewers elude Fox News: By Kevin McDonough; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B10; By the time you read this, Fox News may have already fired John Gibson, co-host of “The Big Story with Gibson and Nauert” (4 p.m., Fox News). For their sake, I wish they would.
Topeka man pleads guilty in robberies: J-W Staff Reports; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A3; One of two men arrested last year in a series of armed robberies in Lawrence pled guilty on Monday to charges of attempted robbery and aiding a felon.
House fire blamed on soldered pipes: J-W Staff Reports; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A3; A two-alarm blaze Sunday at a vacant east Lawrence home was accidental, Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical officials said Monday.
K-State has other freshmen, too: Beasley, Walker make headlines, but rest of class is silently solid; By Ryan Greene; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B4; Darnell Jackson said after Saturday’s 84-49 Kansas University men’s basketball victory over Nebraska that it takes more than one player to beat a team. The ‘one player’ to which the Jayhawk forward was referring was Kansas State’s Ã¼ber-talented freshman forward, Michael Beasley. In the Wildcats’ eyes, though, they see themselves as more than one player.
Preliminary charges filed in bank losses: January 29, 2008 in print edition on A2; Investigating judges filed preliminary charges Monday against a trader accused of causing billions of dollars in losses for France’s second-largest bank. He was released from custody while the thorny investigation continues.
Giants arrive, stricken with flu: By Tom Canavan - Associated Press Sports Writer; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B1; The New York Giants arrived for the Super Bowl on Monday, looking like the cast from “Men in Black,” and battling the flu.
Pump patrol: January 29, 2008 in print edition on A3; The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $2.77 at several locations.
Confident ‘Cat: Star’s chatter doesn’t bother coach; By Gary Bedore; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B1; Michael Beasley’s boasts do not bother Kansas State basketball coach Frank Martin, whose Wildcats now will have to back up the freshman phenom’s guarantee of victory against Kansas University on Wednesday night. “Do you think Darrell Arthur will become a better player because of what Michael says? Do you think Kansas will become a better team because of what Michael says? They are competing for a national championship. Do you think that will make them better?” Martin said forcefully Monday.
Cardinal girls coast: J-W Staff Reports; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B4; Emily Ballock tallied 17 points, eight assists and seven steals as Eudora dominated Kansas City Sumner, 79-35, in girls basketball Monday.
The Links proposal on commission agenda: J-W Staff Reports; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A3; A proposed northwest Lawrence apartment complex that would include a nine-hole golf course is up for approval at tonight’s City Commission meeting.
Days of sharp flu shots may be licked: New method would deliver vaccine under your tongue; By Randolph E. Schmid - Associated Press Writer; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A1; Relief may be on the way for all those youngsters trembling at the thought of another needle jab. One day the flu vaccine may simply be placed under the tongue.
Poll vexes Gaels again: For 2nd time this year, St. Mary’s loses after entering top 25; Associated Press; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B5; Another ranking, another loss for Saint Mary’s. For the second time this season the Gaels lost in their first game after moving into the Associated Press’ Top 25.
Construction deaths under close scrutiny: Officials admit six workers have died; By Maureen Fan - The Washington Post; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B7; Six workers have died helping to build venues for this summer’s Olympic Games, including two who worked at Beijing’s celebrated “Bird’s Nest” stadium, a top work-safety official said Monday.
Different personalities, same results for U.S. skiers: Wild Mancuso, straight-laced Vonn dominate circuit; By Andrew Dampf - Associated Press Sports Writer; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B7; For two U.S. skiers, different approaches are getting similar and spectacular results. Lindsey Vonn is married, settled and at home in the team hotel. Julia Mancuso is single, has a bit of a wild streak and travels the World Cup circuit in her personal bus.
Griffin brothers power OU: Sooners prevail in heated Bedlam rivalry matchup; Associated Press; January 29, 2008; Taylor Griffin got wrapped up in a headlock and got slammed to the ground. Then he and his brother made sure Oklahoma got the last laugh.
Mangino undergoes medical tests: J-W Staff Reports; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B4; Kansas University football coach Mark Mangino released a statement Monday evening indicating he underwent medical testing for undisclosed reasons.
Woods eyeing return to Torrey Pines: By Doug Ferguson - Associated Press Golf Writer; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B7; Tiger Woods began his 2008 season with a 67 on the South Course at Torrey Pines that featured only one bogey, one birdie on the par 5s and seemingly very little effort. Standing behind the 18th green, one caddie made a quiet observation that surely was shared by others.
Bruschi claims ‘victory for all stroke survivors’: By Dennis Waszak Jr. - Associated Press Sports Writer; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B3; There was a time when Tedy Bruschi was unsure he’d be able to go to a football game again, let alone play in one.
NBA Roundup: Associated Press; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B6; Chris Paul had 23 points, 17 assists, and nine rebounds, and the New Orleans Hornets ran away with their ninth straight victory over Denver on Monday.
Cold medicines send 7,000 children to hospitals: By Mike Stobbe - Associated Press Writer; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A2; Cough and cold medicines send about 7,000 children to emergency rooms each year, the U.S. government said Monday in its first national estimate of the problem.
Brady practices in Pats’ first Super Bowl session: January 29, 2008 in print edition on B3; Tom Brady was back where he belongs Monday, behind center for the New England Patriots’ first practice session of Super Bowl week.
Memphis holds onto top spot: By Jim O'Connell - Associated Press Basketball Writer; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B4; Memphis made it to a second week as No. 1. The Tigers led the Associated Press’ college basketball poll Monday, doubling their only other stint as a top-ranked team. In January 1983, Memphis went to No. 1 and lost hours later.
No specific security threat for game, authorities say: January 29, 2008 in print edition on B3; The police agencies responsible for patrolling the Super Bowl say they’re not aware of any threat so far to the biggest single-day sporting event in the country, but they’ve organized a massive build up of security just in case.
On the record: January 29, 2008 in print edition on A4; Lawrence police are investigating a report that a 28-year-old Lawrence man and 23-year-old Lawrence woman had illegal relations with a 6-year-old girl between June and October of 2001 at a west Lawrence location. The investigation is ongoing, and no further details were available Monday.
Internet firm’s plan raises questions: Lawrence Freenet wants city to co-sign $4.9M expansion loan; By Chad Lawhorn; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A3; The Lawrence City Commission is being asked to co-sign a $4.9 million loan for Lawrence Freenet to finance that company’s plans to expand its wireless Internet service in the city. Freenet leaders say in exchange for the unusual financial arrangement, they’ll guarantee that every child in the city under age 18 will have free access to wireless Internet service. They’re also agreeing to provide the city with enough installed underground cable to synchronize the traffic signals on major city streets, along with providing city government with free Internet access.
Woodling: Last time KSU won at home …: By Chuck Woodling; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B1; It happened exactly a quarter of a century ago, and it hasn’t happened since. On Jan. 29, 1983, Kansas State’s men’s basketball team trimmed Kansas, 58-57, in cacophonus and claustrophobic Ahearn Fieldhouse on the K-State campus - the Wildcats’ last victory over KU in their own bailiwick.
Chris Webber set to return to Golden State Warriors: By Greg Beacham - Associated Press Sports Writer; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B6; More than 13 years after Chris Webber demanded to leave the Golden State Warriors, the free-agent forward is all set to return. Webber sent an e-mail to the Associated Press on Monday night confirming he will rejoin the Warriors and coach Don Nelson, who won a power struggle with the former No. 1 draft pick in their messy first stint with the franchise.
County to add 2 storm sirens by spring: By Mike Belt; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A4; Two new storm sirens will be placed in Douglas County by the time spring tornado season arrives. County commissioners on Monday approved the purchase of the sirens sought by Emergency Management director Teri Smith. The sirens are needed to cover areas where there has been an increase in population, Smith said.
Commentary: Great players can make any coach look good: By Mike Bianchi - The Orlando Sentinel; January 29, 2008 in print edition on B2; Doc Rivers is suddenly a great coach. An all-star coach. Potentially even a championship coach.
People in the news: January 29, 2008 in print edition on B10; ¢ Led Zeppelin guitarist ready for world tour¢ Police won’t question Olsen about Ledger¢ Wesley Snipes’ defense rests in tax fraud case¢ Britney Spears’ friend fills Barbara Walters in¢ Jamie Lynn Spears’ TV show continues
Dare to dream: Maybe simple kindness and looking for the best in others can’t change the world, but it’s worth a try.; J-W Editorials; January 29, 2008 in print edition on A11; The message of “Rachel’s Challenge” may be focused on high school students, but its simple principles are something that people of all ages should embrace.
Double Take: Reader questions society’s gender track: By Dr. Wes Crenshaw & Julia Davidson; January 29, 2008 in print edition on C1; Dear Dr. Wes & Julia: Do you think boys are suffering from a society that seeks to feminize them? Do you think we are allowing our sons to fall behind in deference to making sure girls advance?
Horoscopes: January 29, 2008 in print edition on B10; Understand that others often will look to you to take the lead. Much might be going on behind the scenes this year. You might feel that others are pushing your buttons. Know when to say enough. If you are single, be careful not to hook up too fast, or you might have regrets.

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