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12:00 a.m.
Ian Legler, an employee at the Joe-College.com store in the 700 block of Massachusetts, works on phone orders last week as the store battled Kansas University's claim of copyright infringement. As he filled orders, he had to tell customers not all orders could be filled pending the verdict. On Monday, the jury gave KU a partial victory, but attorneys for Joe-College.com said the verdict would allow the store to remain open. Jury finds for KU in Joe-College lawsuit
By Scott Rothschild
4:38 p.m., July 14, 2008 Updated 6:35 p.m. in print edition on 1A
“Muck Fizzou” lives but “Our Coach Can Eat Your Coach” is T-shirt history. That was part of the outcome Monday from a federal jury in the lawsuit filed by Kansas University over T-shirts sold by Joe-College.com, 734 Mass.
2:00 p.m.
Lion man: Zookeeper tends to wild side at KC exhibit
J-W Staff Reports
July 15, 2008 in print edition on 1C
For a guy who works with lions, Tim Wild has a great last name. Wild is the lead zookeeper in the African Savannah section of the Kansas City Zoo. That means he takes care of the zoo’s lions, among other animals. We had third- and fourth-graders at the Pinckney School’s Boys & Girls Club come up with their best questions for Wild, to find out more about what it takes to be a lionkeeper.

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Kansas Relays ending run at Memorial Stadium … or is it?
By Tom Keegan
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B1
Kansas University track great Wes Santee said the 2009 Kansas Relays would be the last held at Memorial Stadium, but KU officials said the move to a dedicated facility southwest of Allen Fieldhouse wasn’t a done deal.
Lawrence Phenix softball team in action
July 15, 2008
The 14 and Under Lawrence Phenix were in action Tuesday morning at the NAFA national Softball Tournament.
Former MLB All-Star shines for T-Bones
By Andrew Baker
July 15, 2008
Four years ago, former Nebraska star Ken Harvey represented the Royals at the All-Star Game. Tonight, though, he won’t be in New York. Instead, he’ll be in Kansas City, Kansas.
Basehor Town Center approved
By Mark Boyle
July 15, 2008
The new Basehor Elementary School and Basehor Town Center have been approved.
Tuesday, July 15 weather at 10 p.m.
By Matt Elwell
July 15, 2008
The forecast for Wednesday, July 16 calls for a high of 92, with a low around 63.
Releford scores 11 in tourney
July 15, 2008
After scoring 8 points in the tournament opener against Venezuela, Kansas incoming freshman Travis Releford scores 11 as USA Basketball’s Under-18 Team whips Bahamas 111-51 in the FIBA U-18 Championships in Argentina on Tuesday.
Deadly motorcycle accident causes closure of 23rd and Iowa intersection
By Alex Parker
04:32 p.m., July 15, 2008 Updated 10:34 p.m. in print edition on A1
A fatality accident involving a two-wheeled vehicle is the second one is less than a week.
Kansas football coach Mark Mangino signs contract extension
By Dugan Arnett
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B1
Kansas University football coach Mark Mangino, the 2007 consensus national coach of the year after leading the Jayhawks to a 12-1 record, signed a contract amendment Tuesday that will pay him $2.3 million a year through 2012, an increase of $800,000 from his previous deal.
Releford scores 11 points in rout of Bahamas
J-W Staff Report
July 15, 2008
Incoming KU freshman Travis Releford scored 11 points for the United States Under 18 team on Tuesday.
Baldwin City woman lifeflighted after two-vehicle accident
By Jeff Myrick
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A3
A Baldwin City woman was taken by helicopter ambulance to a Kansas City area hospital because of injuries suffered in a two-vehicle accident today on County Road 150, south of Baldwin City.
Kansas Bioscience Authority invests $400K in Shawnee’s KC BioMediX
Board approves investments, re-elects officers
By Mark Fagan
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B10
A company using technology developed at Kansas University is among several regional firms to secure investments Tuesday morning from the Kansas Bioscience Authority.KC BioMediX, which moved from De Soto to Shawnee earlier this year, will receive an equity investment of $400,000.
Today’s Red Dog’s Dog Days workout
July 15, 2008
Today’s workout includes the Bob Frederick Run.
Double Take: Son suggests teachers stricter with boys
By Dr. Wes Crenshaw & Julia Davidson
July 15, 2008 in print edition on C1
Dear Dr. Wes & Julia: My son reports that when he was in school last year he felt that the teachers treated the boys and girls differently - giving stricter discipline to the boys than the girls. He felt the girls got away with more than the boys. What’s your opinion on this?
Lion man: Zookeeper tends to wild side at KC exhibit
J-W Staff Reports
July 15, 2008 in print edition on C1
For a guy who works with lions, Tim Wild has a great last name. Wild is the lead zookeeper in the African Savannah section of the Kansas City Zoo. That means he takes care of the zoo’s lions, among other animals. We had third- and fourth-graders at the Pinckney School’s Boys & Girls Club come up with their best questions for Wild, to find out more about what it takes to be a lionkeeper.
Pump patrol
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A3
The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $3.89 at several locations. If you find a lower price, call Pump Patrol at 832-7154.
Court hearing today in coal plants dispute
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A5
A utility hopes a district court hearing today will bring it closer to building two coal-fired power plants in southwest Kansas despite a state regulator’s concerns about global warming.
Major adjustment
Harvey adapts to life after big leagues
By Dugan Arnett
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B1
Tonight, everyone will be watching baseball. In living rooms across the country, televisions will snap to life, and beers will crack open, and the country will tune in to watch an American pastime play itself out on national television. They’ll watch the greatest collection of baseball talent in America compete in one of the most storied ballparks ever built.
People in the news
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B6
¢ Kimmel and Silverman end their romance¢ Whoopi Goldberg to appear on Broadway¢ Khloe Kardashian is ordered to jail¢ Auction of Brown’s belongings approved¢ Beatles producer honored in Los Angeles
Aquila operations have new owner
By Mark Fagan
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B7
Aquila’s natural gas operations in Kansas and Colorado - operations that are based in Lawrence - are under new ownership and are working under a new manager.
Safe passage
Let’s redouble our efforts to make traveling throughout Lawrence safer for everyone.
J-W Editorials
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A7
Traffic safety is everyone’s responsibility. Whether you are a pedestrian, a bicyclist, a scooter operator or vehicle driver, traveling around the city requires your constant attention and patience.
Legislators traveling on taxpayers’ dime
By Scott Rothschild
12:00 a.m., July 15, 2008 Updated 11:41 a.m. in print edition on A3
State elected leaders have called for belt-tightening in the face of state budget problems. But they are still traveling at taxpayer expense.
Woman doesn’t want to be informant
Associated Press
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B8
A former inmate ordered to testify at a hearing in the case of a Haysville nurse who is accused of running a “pill mill” with her husband said Monday she is not a jailhouse informant.
LMH employee receives scholarship
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B7
The Kansas Hospital Education and Research Foundation will present Carol Gaumer, an employee at Lawrence Memorial Hospital, with its 2008 Scholarship in the amount of $1,000.
Grand salaries
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A7
To the editor: This is in response to “New K-State AD has grand vision” (Journal-World, July 7). K-State athletic department suits paid $400,000 and “change” to an assistant basketball coach? And Kansas Athletics Inc. pays three assistant vice-presidents (I guess that’s their title in an incorporated entity or whatever it is) $200,000 plus or minus “change” here in Lawrence?
Horoscopes
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B6
The quality of your daily life is up for grabs. Change your work or daily pattern if you want. This type of attitude could prevent you from feeling bored with your life.
Weekend fights prompt investigation
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A5
Lawrence police are investigating a reported fight between two or three groups of people early Saturday morning at The Ranch, 2515 W. Sixth St.
Fannie-Freddie lifeline could result in more bailout efforts
By Martin Crutsinger and Alan Zibel - Associated Press Writers
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A8
Now that the federal government has thrown a lifeline to mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, taxpayers could be on the hook for billions more if the crisis of confidence spreads.
‘Fire event’ sets record in state
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A2
As firefighters from as far away as Australia arrive to help exhausted California crews, officials said Monday that the blazes have set the state’s record for area burned in a single “fire event.”
Technology center celebrates anniversary
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B7
Lawrence Regional Technology Center celebrated its five-year anniversary and results of its economic development on Thursday.
Pope welcomes world youth pilgrims
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A2
A massive Catholic youth celebration kicked off today with an Australian “G’Day” and a welcoming text message from Pope Benedict XVI to the tens of thousands of pilgrims who have traveled to Sydney from around the world.
Panel to talk about elder abuse
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A5
Panelists from six community agencies will address elder abuse at an educational forum organized by the Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging. The event is from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday at Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical station five, 1911 Stewart Ave.
‘Falling into the World’ praised for featuring relatable protagonist
By Abby Olker
July 15, 2008 in print edition on C2
“Falling into the World” by Karen Brichoux is a fictional novel about a young woman named Augustina who goes to live with her dad after her mom dies. Her dad lives in a little town near St. Louis called Stoic. When her sister, Saphi, comes back, Augustina begins to question all the decisions she made on how to live her life.
Moore speaker at chamber luncheon
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A5
U.S. Rep. Dennis Moore, D-Kan., will speak at a Lawrence Chamber of Commerce luncheon 11:30 a.m. Monday at Maceli’s, 1031 N.H.
KU baseball coach on hand for U.S. win
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B3
The USA Baseball National Team, for which Kansas University head baseball coach Ritch Price is an assistant coach, defeated Cuba, 4-1, to win the Haarlem Baseball Week championship on sunday at Pim Mullier Stadium.
The eyes may aid diabetes detection
By Patricia Anstett - Detroit Free Press
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A2
A vision testing device developed by two University of Michigan re-searchers is showing promise in the detection of diabetes, both in its early and potentially blinding stages.
U.S. should nationalize Freddie, Fannie
By Sebastian Mallaby - Special to The Washington Post
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A7
Capitalism has triumphed everywhere, but it’s time to dust off an old socialist slogan. When it comes to housing finance, the commanding heights of the economy must be nationalized. Sunday night’s statement from Treasury Secretary Hank Paulson was designed to look statesmanlike and measured, but it misses an opportunity.
Sheets, Lee to start
Brewers ace to oppose Indian
Associated Press
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B4
Fired up about his first trip to Yankee Stadium, Ben Sheets had it all planned out. Arrive early and visit Monument Park, gaze up at that famous facade, drink in the entire experience the same way any fan would. One big difference, though: The Milwaukee Brewers ace also will get the ball to start tonight’s All-Star game for the National League.
More area students receive scholarships
J-W Staff Reports
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A4
Lawrence ends the school year with 15 high school graduates who earned prestigious National Merit Scholarships. Monday, the scholarship’s corporation announced that six more Lawrence students won college-sponsored scholarships.
President would agree to discussions with US
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A2
Iran’s hardline president said Monday he would welcome direct talks with the U.S. if both parties are on equal footing, adding such talks could happen “in the near future.”
Local teacher chosen for Bill of Rights trip
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A4
A Lawrence teacher was chosen to spend a weekend in Washington, D.C., as part of a program celebrating the Bill of Rights. Amy Curtis, a teacher at the Detention Day School, participated in the Bill of Rights Institute’s “Kansas and West Texas Teachers to D.C.: Historic Encounters” program, July 8-10.
Small-business center offers finance class
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B7
The KU Small Business Development Center will present a small-business financing seminar from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Friday at the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce, 734 Vt., Suite 101.
Study shows exercising may help to combat Alzheimer’s
By Mark Vierthaler
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A3
Alzheimer’s patients who were in better physical shape than their peers were shown to have a larger brain, according to a study by a Kansas University Medical Center physician/researcher.
Packer has called final Final Four
Kellogg to be new lead college hoops analyst
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B2
Billy Packer didn’t sound like a man who found out his 34-year run as part of the Final Four broadcast had ended. On Monday, CBS announced that Clark Kellogg would replace Packer after 27 years as the network’s lead college basketball analyst. Including his earlier years at NBC, Packer had done every Final Four since 1975, an unparalleled run for a national sports championship.
A sense of normalcy in Iraq
Drop in violence brings improvements to capital
By Christopher Torchia - Associated Press Writer
July 15, 2008 in print edition on C8
The corkscrew landing is a rite of passage for travelers to Iraq, who feel the pull of gravity as their airplane makes a rapid, spiraling descent to avoid ground fire. So it was a surprise to one periodic visitor last week when the Royal Jordanian Airlines aircraft from Amman descended into Baghdad International Airport with the same lack of drama as any commuter flight anywhere.
On the record
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A4
A 21-year-old Lawrence woman reported criminal damage of $3,000 to a 2007 Subaru.
National “B” softball tourney begins at YSI
By Brooke Sutherland - Journal-World Sports Writer
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B3
It was a festive scene in the Free State High gym Monday afternoon as the North American Fastpitch Association kicked off its “B” National Championships with opening-ceremony events.
Driver arrested after mobile homes hit
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A3
A Lawrence family was asleep inside its mobile home Saturday morning when an empty car slammed into it. Another mobile home was then knocked off its foundation.
Raiders win tourney after nearly 24-hour day
J-W Staff Reports
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B3
Their first game in the Emporia Invitational began at 7 a.m. Sunday. Their last game ended at 1:30 a.m. Monday.
Hamilton loses Derby, steals show
By Tom Haudricourt - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B1
Josh Hamilton was the most prolific slugger in the All-Star Home Run Derby. But he didn’t win it. Swinging himself out in a prolific first round, the Texas Rangers’ slugger bowed to Minnesota’s Justin Morneau, five homers to three, in the finals Monday night at Yankee Stadium.
The new reality: ‘Must Love Kids’
By Kevin McDonough
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B6
How do you up the emotional ante on “The Bachelorette”? How do you make all the players more vulnerable and create a show that’s twice as awkward and packed with more cringe-worthy moments? The folks at “Must Love Kids” (8 p.m., TLC) may have the answer.
Indecent acts spur beach crackdown
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A2
Westerners were getting too racy on the beaches of this Persian Gulf tourist haven, and a police crackdown on topless sunbathing, nudity and other indecent behavior has resulted in 79 arrests in recent days.
Kansas Democrats say Roberts TV ad breaks campaign law
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A4
A Kansas Democratic Party official is accusing Republican Sen. Pat Roberts of breaking a federal campaign finance law with his latest television ad. Mike Gaughan, the Democrats’ executive director, filed a complaint Monday with the Federal Election Commission, contending disclaimers in the ad don’t comply with a 2002 requirement known as the “Stand by Your Ad” provision.
‘Hancock’ contest could pay off your mortgage
McClatchy Newspapers
July 15, 2008 in print edition on C1
In keeping with the spirit of the film “Hancock,” Columbia Pictures is launching a contest to pay off a family’s home mortgage.
Commentary: College hoops fans will miss Packer
By Caulton Tudor - McClatchy Newspapers
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B2
Go ahead. Laugh when you read this, but college basketball fans will miss Billy Packer. They’ll miss him for the same reason that the late Al McGuire once explained why Packer basically had two categories of fans - those who don’t like him, and those who really don’t like him.
Killer work ethic difficult to change
By Blaine Harden - The Washington Post
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A6
Death from too much work is so commonplace in Japan that there is a word for it: karoshi. There is a national karoshi hot line, a karoshi self-help book and a law that funnels money to the widow and children of a salaryman (it’s almost always a man) who works himself into an early karoshi for the good of his company.
Gary Bedore’s KU basketball notebook
By Gary Bedore
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B3
Former Kansas University power forward Darnell Jackson scored 10 points off 4-of-9 shooting and grabbed eight rebounds in the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 97-94 loss to the New York Knicks on Monday at the Las Vegas summer league.
Commodities
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B7
Agriculture futures traded lower Monday on the Chicago Board of Trade.
Bush lifts drilling ban, wants Congress to act
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A2
President Bush on Monday lifted an executive ban on offshore oil drilling and challenged Congress to follow suit, aiming to turn the enormous public frustration about gasoline prices into political leverage. Democratic lawmakers rejected Bush’s plan as a symbolic stunt.
3 admit guilt in airline-bombing plot
By Meera Selva - Associated Press Writer
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A8
In a case that changed the face of air travel, three men charged with a plot to kill trans-Atlantic airline passengers with bombs in soda bottles admitted Monday they intended to cause explosions.
Curb comments
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A7
To the editor: I have always appreciated the online version of the Journal-World and the “breaking news” feature, which helps us stay informed on all the latest happenings in Lawrence. Usually, I also appreciate the “discussion” section in which people are free to make comments. However, I am wondering if you might want to consider a change in policy concerning these comments.
International court charges Sudan leader with genocide
By Mike Corder - Associated Press Writer
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A2
Starvation and soul-destroying gang rapes are Sudan’s weapons of choice in Darfur’s genocide, according to prosecutors at the world’s first permanent war crimes tribunal. Filing charges Monday against Sudan’s President Omar al-Bashir, the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court said the Sudanese leader had developed a new way of perpetrating humanity’s ultimate crime.
‘Red’ features variety of teen perspectives
By Emma Machell
July 15, 2008 in print edition on C2
What do you imagine when you think of the generation of America’s next writers? Do you think of men with beards locked up in their rooms for days at a time writing a novel only, coming out when they really need to? Or do you think of a woman just casually writing on scraps of paper at a local coffee shop? Most of you would probably never think of teenage girls.
Smart water tips
McClatchy Newspapers
July 15, 2008 in print edition on C1
July has been designated Smart Irrigation Month by the Irrigation Association. Here are some tips from landscaping company the Toro Company for using water wisely.
NASA engineers working on competing plan for moon rocket
By Jay Reeves - Associated Press Writer
July 15, 2008 in print edition on C8
By day, the engineers work on NASA’s new Ares moon rockets. By night, some go undercover to work on a competing design. These dissenting scientists and their backers insist they have created an alternative rocket that would be safer, cheaper and easier to build than the two Ares spacecraft that will replace the space shuttle.
City likely to raise water rates
Extra income would fund replacement of aging intake
By Chad Lawhorn
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A3
It appears likely that city residents will see a 12 percent increase in water rates in 2009, in part, because city commissioners no longer want to gamble on a key piece of aging infrastructure.
Woodling: Gordon maturing slowly
By Chuck Woodling
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B1
Distinctively handsome with curly locks and an impish smile, Alex Gordon personifies the combination of looks and talent. Gordon was the Royals’ first-round selection - the second player chosen - in the 2005 June Draft after earning College Player of the Year honors at Nebraska University.
Stadium biggest all-star of all
Associated Press
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B4
All the All-Stars walked onto baseball’s most famous field, soaking up the history. Manny Ramirez threw a ball to fans as his son scampered around the outfield in shorts during Monday’s workout. Mariano Rivera stood in center, surrounded by his three boys, all in new American League uniforms. Joe Girardi and his son were in left-center, wearing matching outfits, even down to the sunglasses.
Magazine cover called ‘tasteless, offensive’ by Obama campaign
By Sara Kugler - Associated Press Writer
July 15, 2008 in print edition on A8
A satirical New Yorker magazine cover cartoon depicting Barack Obama and his wife as flag-burning, fist-bumping radicals drew outrage from the Democratic presidential candidate’s campaign as it appeared on newsstands Monday.
Some garnishments might violate law
By Michelle Singletary
July 15, 2008 in print edition on B7
The reports just keep coming that consumers are still having difficulty paying their debts. One of the latest is from the Consumer Credit Delinquency Bulletin of the American Bankers Association.
‘80s hypercolor makes fashion flashback
Los Angeles Times
July 15, 2008 in print edition on C1
The ‘80s have been mined so thoroughly, so deeply, that it’s come to this: Hypercolor is back. Generra Sportswear created the craze in 1991, with heat-sensitive T-shirts that changed colors like magic. Touch a purple shirt and leave a pink fingerprint; boogie down and your green tee would be splotched with bright yellow hot spots.
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