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Births

• Alexander and Amber Hansen, Lawrence, a boy.

Couples

• Anniversary: Wyatt
• Anniversary: Schweppe
• Anniversary: Tarpy
• Wedding: Sleeper
• Wedding: Geery
• Engagement: Millett and McInroy
• Engagement: Gregoire and Johanning
• Engagement: Edwards and Branscum
• Engagement: Rector and Ricke
• Engagement: Omland and Montney

Obituaries

• Robert “Bob” Edward Stone, Spring Hill
• Bill L. Hornberger Jr., Eudora

On the street

• What do you like best about Fourth of July this year?

Photos

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Videos

• Lawrence resident Erin Adamson talks about acquaintance Adolfo Garcia-Nunez, also …
• The temperature as of 5 p.m. on July 5, 2008, …
• The temperature as of noon on July 5, 2008, was …
• Luke Rhodes, 15, Lawrence, is one of several students who …
• A few minutes of the Fourth of July firework celebration …

All stories

Mackey’s life brimmed with friends, family

By Erin Castaneda

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A6

Steph Mott, 27, a KU graduate and close friend of Jana Mackey, said in an e-mail to the Journal-World that the two of them spoke nearly every hour.

Starlight, star bright: Astronomy simple, inexpensive hobby to share with kids

By Sarah Henning

July 5, 2008 in print edition on D1

A hot night, a breeze, a clear, starry sky and a telescope - ingredients for a fun summer memory for the folks at the Astronomy Associates of Lawrence. On Wednesday, weather permitting, the group will host its third and final Astronomy in the Park event this summer. The free event takes place after the Lawrence City Band concert on the west side of South Park. Between 9 p.m. and 10 p.m., kids and adults alike can get a good look at the stars through various telescopes.

Suspect in killing commits suicide

By Erin Castaneda, Sophia Maines, Caroline Trowbridge

09:24 p.m., July 5, 2008 Updated 11:15 p.m. in print edition on B1

The suspect in the death of a 25-year-old Kansas University student committed suicide while in police custody in New Jersey, according to Lawrence police.

Suspect in KU student’s death commits suicide while in New Jersey police custody

By Caroline Trowbridge

01:59 p.m., July 5, 2008 Updated 04:31 p.m.

The suspect in the death of a 25-year-old Kansas University student has committed suicide while in police custody in New Jersey, according to Lawrence police.

Body found on train tracks

By Erin Castaneda

12:40 p.m., July 5, 2008 Updated 05:41 p.m. in print edition on B2

Lawrence police officers are investigating the death of a 29-year-old Lawrence man killed on the Union Pacific train tracks in North Lawrence.

Military news

July 5, 2008 in print edition on D3

Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Joseph P. Stimach, son of Shelli K. and Stephen P. Stimach of Tonganoxie, recently reported for duty with Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron One, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, Okinawa, Japan.

Woodling: Topeka a copycat capital?

By Chuck Woodling

July 5, 2008 in print edition on B1

If the head of every Lawrence resident swiveled in compass-like fashion, then magnetic north would be east. Folks in these parts have always been Kansas City Metro-minded even though a big city - and the state capital at that - lies in closer proximity to the west.

Beasley’s sternum cracked

July 5, 2008 in print edition on B2

The Heat’s summer camp is exacting a greater toll than could have been anticipated from such offseason workouts.

Officers find gory signs of dog fights

McClatchy Newspapers

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A4

The call came in Wednesday afternoon about a vicious dog. By Thursday morning, Wichita Animal Control and police officers had confiscated what they said are the remains of a dogfighting site at a home in a northeast residential neighborhood.

4 dead in Wis. shootings

By Carrie Antlfinger - Associated Press Writer

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A2

At least one person fired a gun into a crowd in a street early Friday, killing four people and sending panicked revelers running for cover, police said.

Around and about

July 5, 2008 in print edition on C3

Kathryn Kristiansen, of Free State High School, was selected to participate in the Kansas Future Teacher Academy June 15-19 at Emporia State University.

Federer, Nadal back in finals

By Stephen Wilson - Associated Press Sports Writer

July 5, 2008 in print edition on B5

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal will meet in their third consecutive Wimbledon final after commanding semifinal victories Friday.

Sibling rivalry creates altered state

Williams sisters to meet for 7th time in a Grand Slam final

By Michelle Kaufman - McClatchy Newspapers

July 5, 2008 in print edition on B5

Nobody can truly imagine what Venus and Serena Williams are going through as they prepare to face each other in their third All-in-the-Family Wimbledon final this afternoon. How does one fathom what it feels like to grow up in the same room as your sister, spend your entire life loving and admiring her, and then have to compete against her on your sport’s biggest stage with a $1.5 million check on the line?

Commentary: Swimmer shows class of champion

By Jennifer Floyd Engel - McClatchy Newspapers

July 5, 2008 in print edition on B2

Former Texas star Brendan Hansen felt fatigue settling in, his usual smooth breaststroke failing him in the final meters of Thursday’s 200. Just get to the wall, he thought. One or two, just qualify.

Keyed in: Local pianist hopes institute takes talents to new levels

By Terry Rombeck

July 5, 2008 in print edition on C1

Twice a week, Luke Rhodes hits the gym with high school football and basketball players, lifting weights to hone his skills. But he’s doesn’t play a sport. He plays the piano. That’s in addition to the two hours a day he spends practicing. And the 1 1/2 hours he spends weekly taking private lessons.

Attacker once had Jewish girlfriend

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A2

The Palestinian who went on a deadly rampage on a Jerusalem street this week had spent years in a romantic relationship with a Jewish Israeli woman, relatives said, a rarity in a city where such ties between Arabs and Jews are nearly nonexistent.

Homegrown food is real independence

By Ellen Goodman

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A7

It’s been decades since that famous forager Euell Gibbons reached through the White House fence and picked four edible weeds out of the president’s garden. This is not something that the Secret Service would recommend you try today.

How does God view the killing of animals?

By Judy Carman & Judy Roitman

July 5, 2008 in print edition on C1

The enlightened founders and teachers of most of the world’s religions have taught over many centuries, and continue to teach, that killing and eating animals contributes to the chaos, violence and endless wars in the world, and is not harmonious with God’s highest will for us.

Big Dub returns

KU’s 12th leading scorer healthy, happy

By Gary Bedore

July 5, 2008 in print edition on B1

A young woman approached former Kansas University basketball All-American Wayne Simien as he ran some errands in Lawrence the other day. She did not want an autograph. “She said, ‘I have a story I remember about you, not on the court but at Jayhawker Towers,’” Simien said of his living quarters from 2001 to ‘05. “She said, ‘My grocery bag broke and everything fell out. You stopped, helped me pick up my groceries and helped me carry them to the room. I’m trying to teach my two sons to have that same kind of character.’

Old Home Town - 25 years ago

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A7

City Manager Buford Watson released a proposed $30 million city budget that called for a 1.808-mill tax increase for calendar 1984 and an increase in city spending of more than 2.9 percent over calendar 1983.

Judge: Man wrongly held in Sedgwick Co. can’t sue

Associated Press

July 5, 2008 in print edition on B8

A man mistakenly jailed in Colorado and Kansas for a month can’t sue Sedgwick County or its sheriff, a federal judge has ruled.

Old Home Town - 100 years ago

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A7

From the Lawrence Daily World for July 5, 1908: There was a plan to have the Topeka Motor Boat Club come down the Kaw River to Lawrence for a demonstration but the recent flooding and the state of the water may alter that.

Time may alter perception of Bush presidency

By Cal Thomas

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A7

It is a privilege to spend 90 minutes with the president of the United States. It is frustrating, though, when 90 percent of those minutes are declared off the record.

La. funeral home bridal bliss

Associated Press

July 5, 2008 in print edition on C1

In the midst of death, one funeral home has constant evidence of life.

4-H and FCE news

July 5, 2008 in print edition on D3

Caleb Flory and Mac Kenzie Flory, both of Baldwin City, will exhibit Angus cattle at the 2008 National Junior Angus Show July 13-19 at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines. They are junior members of the American Angus Association.

Paving to close major intersection

J-W Staff Reports

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A5

The city’s advising motorists to avoid the intersection of 23rd and Iowa streets Monday morning.

Club news

July 5, 2008 in print edition on C5

University Bridge Club announces results of its June 28 meeting. Hosts were Dave and Mary Gaumer. Blue winners were Marc Kuepker, first; George Bocquin, second; Dave Gaumer, third; Ray Ikenberry, fourth; and Al Smith, fifth. Pink winners were Mary Gaumer, first; Cora Kuepker, second; Rhetta Jo Noever, third; Carol Smith, fourth; and Carolyn Jordan, fifth.

Cheapskate accused of faking heart attacks

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A2

A 52-year-old Milwaukee-area man has been accused of faking heart attacks to avoid paying restaurant bills and cab fares.

Phelps sets another world record

41-year-old Torres qualifies for fifth Olympics

July 5, 2008 in print edition on B2

Michael Phelps set another world record. No surprise there. Dara Torres is going back to the Olympics. Who would’ve believed it?

National League Roundup: Pujols launches 300th career HR

Associated Press

July 5, 2008 in print edition on B4

Albert Pujols hit his 300th career home run, becoming the fifth-youngest player to ever reach the mark.

Playhouse helps county’s neglected children

By Karrey Britt

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A3

A miniature cottage is going to have a huge effect on children’s lives. Not only will it bring smiles to the faces of the lucky ones who get to play in it, but it will raise funds to help those who are abused and neglected. The playhouse is part of the 17th annual fundraiser for Douglas County CASA, which provides trained volunteers to work one-on-one with children who have been removed from their homes.

2 supervisors at raided plant arrested

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A2

Two supervisors at an Iowa meatpacking plant that was raided by federal immigration agents in May were arrested and charged with encouraging people to live in the United States illegally.

Vacation Bible school gets face-lift, at a price

Professional, expensive materials appeal to today’s kids

By Jay Reeves - Associated Press Writer

July 5, 2008 in print edition on C8

It’s a wonder vacation Bible school made it out of the 1960s. Back in the days of black-and-white TV, churches offered kids lemonade, cookies and flannel-board stories about Jesus, all set to a clanging piano. Children sat in short wooden chairs and listened to the tales for what seemed like an eternity.

Caution

Wal-Mart’s response to the status of the economy indicates that rough times could lie ahead.

J-W Editorials

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A7

When the world’s largest retailer begins to pull in its horns, it’s time for everyone to take note. Wal-Mart, long dedicated to growth and expansion, is reducing its capital spending forecast for fiscal 2009. Officials say the firm is slowing construction of supercenters in the face of a weakening United States economic environment.

Simien still smiling about championship ring

By Gary Bedore

July 5, 2008 in print edition on B3

Wayne Simien, who donated his 2006 NBA championship ring to Kansas University’s Booth Family Hall of Athletics, admits he’s wandered by the trophy case to check on the jewelry.

American League Roundup: Wild triple keys Boston win

Associated Press

July 5, 2008 in print edition on B4

Kevin Youkilis created the drama, and Mike Lowell gave Boston the win.

On the record

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A4

Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical reported these responses:

Two fires raging along Central Coast

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A2

A pair of out-of-control wildfires roared along California’s central coast Friday, chewing through opposite ends of a parched forest and threatening a total of more than 4,500 homes.

Raiders blanked, 9-0

J-W Staff Reports

July 5, 2008 in print edition on B3

After waiting seemingly all day for their 6 p.m. first pitch in Bartlesville, Okla., the American Legion Lawrence Raiders suffered a 9-0 setback to Fort Smith (Ark.) on Friday.

Animal cruelty case dismissed because court deadline passed

Associated Press

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A4

A court has dismissed charges against a southeast Kansas man accused of starving three bulldogs found in his freezer because the case didn’t go to trial quickly enough.

July 4 a working holiday for soldiers

Associated Press

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A1

It’s Staff Sgt. Edgar Covarrubias’ second Fourth of July in Iraq. No family barbecue, no fireworks, but Covarrubias says he’ll call his mom, wife and kids to share the day anyway.

Champ retains hot-dog eating title in overtime

Associated Press

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A2

Joey Chestnut achieved frankfurter immortality Friday, outdueling his celebrated Japanese rival in an epic hot-dog eating contest that pushed both of the gluttonous gladiators to the brink.

Kansas Lottery Pick 3 numbers misreported

J-W Staff Reports

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A4

The Kansas Lottery says it misreported Pick 3 numbers for three dates because of a software glitch.

Betancourt may take on new political career

By Vivian Sequera - Associated Press Writer

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A8

Could Ingrid Betancourt become Colombia’s next president?

New venue, same old fun

By Christine Metz

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A1

For Wooseung Hong, it didn’t much matter if this year’s fireworks display was at Burcham Park or Clinton Lake. Last year after watching the show on television, he made a promise to his wife and two children that next Fourth of July they would partake in this very American tradition. So from a grassy field just below Clinton Lake’s Sesquicentennial Point, the KU student from South Korea sat on a blanket surrounded by 20 others from his home country and watched as fireworks danced in the sky and the crowd around him oohed and aahed.

Former GOP Sen. Helms dies at 86

By Whitney Woodward - Associated Press Writer

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A8

When telling stories about Jesse Helms after his death on the Fourth of July, the politician who took his place in Congress recalled how the iconic North Carolina senator liked to invite pages to sit down and chat over ice cream.

People in the news

July 5, 2008 in print edition on C7

¢ Winehouse sings, glass of wine in hand¢ Spielberg group gives $1M to Jewish museum¢ Paisley says working with Griffith a highlight¢ Donna Summer adds sweet sounds to tour¢ Priestley calls music industry ‘a mess’

‘90210’ meets ‘High Noon’ on Hallmark

By Kevin McDonough

July 5, 2008 in print edition on C7

The new (let’s not call it original) Western “A Gunfighter’s Pledge” (8 p.m. Saturday, Hallmark) contains many familiar plot points of the genre.

Horoscopes

July 5, 2008 in print edition on C7

You need to proceed first with thought, especially if you’re considering a major expenditure. What might seem doable right now might not be in a few months. If you are single, you could meet someone who becomes quite important to your life’s history.

Three-run first helps Rays cruise past Royals

Associated Press

July 5, 2008 in print edition on B1

The Tampa Bay Rays surged to first place without the offensive production they’re accustomed to getting from Carlos Pena. Now that he’s back in the middle of the lineup, the AL East leaders are counting on him to help them stay on top.

Suspect sought in student’s slaying

Body of 25-year-old found in man’s home

J-W Staff Reports

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A1

A 25-year-old Kansas University law student was found dead late Thursday night in a home at 409 Mich. Lawrence police have issued an arrest warrant for Adolfo Garcia-Nunez, whom police suspect in the death of the student, Jana Lynne Mackey. The warrant lists the charge as second-degree murder.

Victim had worked to reduce violence against women

By Jesse Fray

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A1

Family, friends and educators on Saturday remembered Jana Mackey as a passionate and motivated woman who was dedicated to community service. Mackey, 25, of Hays, was found dead Thursday inside a home at 409 Mich. She was a second-year law student at Kansas University.

Food donations dwindle in summer

By Erin Castaneda

July 5, 2008 in print edition on A3

It’s hard to ignore the soaring gasoline and food prices these days. While most residents can adjust their budgets by cutting back on extras such as eating out or summer vacations, others are struggling to survive. “It is very, very hard,” said Lawrence resident Rebecca Frazier, 31, whose family of six is on a tight income and can’t afford to fix the air conditioning. They also have a tough time filling the cupboards.