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Keiko Shimakura and Jacinda Riveria draw together Wednesday at Pinckney School, 810 W. Sixth St. Students from Hiratsuka, Japan, Lawrence's sister city, marked their first visit to a U.S

Kansas State coach Ron Prince grins while addressing media members. The Wildcats coach spoke at Big 12 Media Days on Tuesday in Kansas City, Mo

Kansas linebacker Mike Rivera smiles as he listens to a question from a media member during Day 2 of the Big 12 Media Days on Tuesday in Kansas City, Mo

The Rocha family, from left, Chris, Marissa, 3, Christian, 9, and Letty, retreat to their vehicle at Padre Balli Park in Corpus Christi, Texas, as a band of rain moves in from the Gulf of Mexico on Tuesday

The Lawrence Xcelerators Fastpitch 14U wins second place at the Celebration Park Summer Slam tournament in Gardner

Kansas University quarterback Todd Reesing turns to answer a question as he is surrounded by media members during an interview session on the second of three Big 12 Football Media Days on Tuesday in Kansas City, Mo. Stories on page 1B

Construction and repair work on the tunnels beneath Kansas University continues near Jayhawk Boulevard and Mississippi Street, as seen Tuesday from atop KU's Watson Library. Both streets are scheduled to reopen by Aug. 11

Freeman Concrete Construction Co. employees, from left, Arturo Martinez, Derrick Smith, Javier Chavez and Scott Tice pour new sidewalks Tuesday along 19th Street just west of Louisiana Street

Kansas Coach Mark Mangino is seen in the viewer of a television camera during the second day of the 2008 Big 12 Media Days. Mangino spoke to the media on Tuesday at the Marriott Downtown in Kansas City, Mo

Miniature sweet peppers with herbed cheese and bacon are grilled to make these Grilled Stuffed Peppers

From left, Taylor Stohs, 10, Lindee Ellison, 9, and Alexandra Clark, 9, all of Lawrence, await their turn to order a Hawaiian shaved ice at Tad's Tropical Sno in the 900 block of Iowa Street

KU senior Brent Rohling, left, and junior Jessica Pries, both of Hutchinson, enjoy their Tad's Tropical Sno outside the refreshment stand Wednesday, July 16, 2008 on Iowa Street

Bret Dittmer, right, of Lawrence, feeds his two-year-old son a bite of cherry passion flavored ice Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at Tad's Tropical Sno on the 900 block of Iowa

Aaron Landis, right, and Taylor Wright, center, find a seat to enjoy their flavored ice Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at Tad's Tropical Snow on the 900 block of Iowa Street

Tad Gellender, owner of Tad's Tropical Sno, serves up Hawaiian shaved ice treats out of his store near Ninth and Iowa streets

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Response	Percent
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No		45%
Total	843

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6:00 a.m.

Despite appearance, projects on schedule: By Jesse Fray; July 23, 2008 in print edition on 1A; Orange barricades. Big tractors. Sweaty workers. They make a perfect combination near 19th and Louisiana streets, where the clock is ticking for construction workers to finish what city engineers call the most challenging road project of the year.

Video: La. construction almost finished

10:00 a.m.

Tropical Sno: Fruit flavors and summer heat combine to make this Lawrence business a seasonal slam-dunk: By Sarah Henning; July 23, 2008 in print edition on 1C; The flavors are like those from a kid’s daydream on a summer day: Jurassic Juice, Blue Cotton Candy, Wipe Out - all fruity, neon-colored goodness. Since 1995, Tad’s Tropical Sno has been churning out mounds of warm-weather confections to customers young and old from its tiny 12-by-14-foot space at 939 Iowa.

Video: A cold treat
Photo gallery: Tad’s Tropical Sno
On the street: What is your favorite frozen treat to have on a hot day?

10:00 p.m.

Japanese visitors from Lawrence’s sister city explore town: By Lindsey Slater; July 23, 2008 in print edition on 3A; It’s the meeting of East and West. A group of kids from Lawrence’s sister city, Hiratsuka, Japan, are in town visiting as part of an exchange program.

Video: Japanese students visit Lawrence

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Jacobs honored by Northern League: July 23, 2008; Congratulations to Kansas City T-Bones outfielder Greg Jacobs.
Eudora football team hard at work: July 23, 2008; The high school football season is rapidly approaching, and for the Eudora Cardinals, 2009 kicks off on the road. This week, however, Gregg Webb’s team is at home, taking on summer camp.
Wednesday, July 23 weather at 10 p.m.: By Matt Elwell; July 23, 2008; The forecast for Thursday, July 24 calls for a high of 93 with a low around 71.
Tacha, Flory to face off in county Republican race: July 23, 2008; Our in-depth primary election coverage continues with the 3rd district Douglas County Commission race.
Construction accident kills Perry man: By George Diepenbrock; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A5; An electric lineman was killed Wednesday morning near Tonganoxie.
Minimum wage jumps to $6.55 per hour Thursday: By Jesse Fray; July 23, 2008 in print edition on B7; The federal minimum wage rate increases to $6.55 an hour Thursday, which will affect thousands of paychecks in Kansas.
Commuter bus plan would connect Lawrence to Kansas University Medical Center: By Mark Vierthaler; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A3; Call it a sign of the times. Kansas University’s School of Engineering, department of mechanical engineering and bioengineering graduate program have teamed up to test the waters of a new commuter bus.
Lawrence woman admits to credit card scheme, ID theft: By Jesse Fray; 03:27 p.m., July 23, 2008 Updated 12:01 a.m. in print edition on A4; A Lawrence woman admitted in federal court Monday that she participated in a scheme to illegally use credit cards to buy merchandise without cardholders knowing about it, U.S. Attorney Eric Melgren’s office announced Wednesday. Stacy Lyn Barnes-Catlett, 42, pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud and one count of aggravated identity theft, according to a news release.
Japanese visitors from Lawrence’s sister city explore town: By Lindsey Slater; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A3; It’s the meeting of East and West. A group of kids from Lawrence’s sister city, Hiratsuka, Japan, are in town visiting as part of an exchange program.
Eudora to celebrate 100th CPA Picnic Thursday: By David Oakes; 02:31 p.m., July 23, 2008 Updated 11:51 p.m. in print edition on A5; Eudora’s CPA Picnic will celebrate its 100th year when festivities kick off at 6 p.m. Thursday with carnival rides and games in downtown Eudora.
Man pleads guilty to kidnapping, raping and murdering Kelsey Smith: By Maria Sudekum Fisher - Associated Press Writer; 01:48 p.m., July 23, 2008 Updated 10:01 p.m. in print edition on A3; A man pleaded guilty Wednesday to snatching a suburban Kansas City teenager from a store parking lot, raping her and strangling her with her own belt before trying to conceal her body in a park.
Today’s Red Dog’s Dog Days workout: July 23, 2008; Here is the workout for today’s Red Dog’s Dog Days at noon and 6 p.m. at Memorial Stadium.
On the record: July 23, 2008 in print edition on A4; Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical reported no calls Tuesday night.
KC’s Woodlands racetrack to close: Associated Press; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A1; The company that operates the Woodlands announced Tuesday that it will close the dog and horse track next month, after it failed to reach a deal with the Kansas Lottery for slot machines. In a news release, Kansas Racing LLC said the track would shut down Aug. 24.
Campus bracing for cuts: Officials expect painful changes as $15M gets slashed from KU budget; By Mark Vierthaler; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A1; Ask a Kansas University student how he hopes an estimated $14.7 million budget cut would affect him and the answer is simple. “I hope it doesn’t,” said Lenexa junior Brian Havens.
Keegan: Reesing provides security: By Tom Keegan; July 23, 2008 in print edition on B1; Knots in the stomach start forming when you sit back and take an objective look at just how much blocking the Kansas University football team lost from last season.
Defense must pick up slack for K-State’s success: By Matt Tait; July 23, 2008 in print edition on B1; The grumbling heard in Manhattan these days has nothing to do with an unhappy fan base growing tired of waiting for the Kansas State football team to return to its powerhouse days of the past. It could just be a few upset stomachs.
Chiefs add practice player: July 23, 2008 in print edition on B2; The Kansas City Chiefs are adding a little international flavor to their practice squad this season.
Iowa regents reopen case: July 23, 2008 in print edition on B2; The Iowa Board of Regents has reopened its investigation into how the University of Iowa handled an investigation into the alleged assault of a woman by two football players.
Ryun, Jenkins argue many issues: By Scott Rothschild; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A3; Republicans Jim Ryun and Lynn Jenkins on Tuesday traded political jabs early and often during their only televised debate prior to the Aug. 5 primary for the 2nd District congressional GOP nomination.
New book lauds comfort foods: McClatchy Tribune; July 23, 2008 in print edition on C1; Food, like music, will forever be tied to emotions. If you like food memoirs, you’re likely to enjoy “Broccoli and Other Tales of Food and Love,” a collection of short stories by Lara Vapnyar (Pantheon Books, $20).
Pump patrol: July 23, 2008 in print edition on A3; The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $3.77 at several locations. If you find a lower price, call Pump Patrol at 832-7154.
James sprains ankle in practice: Krzyzewski: Trainers don’t think it’s anything serious; July 23, 2008 in print edition on B2; As Team USA’s practice ended, LeBron James reclined on a table with trainers tending to his sprained right ankle.
A progress report on road projects across the city: By Mark Fagan; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A6; For anyone who sees the road construction projects across town and thinks there’s no way all the work can get done before school starts next month, Chuck Soules has two words for you. Trust us.
Fair patrons encouraged to donate to food drive: By Susan Krumm; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A3; Q: What is the theme of the Douglas County Fair this year?
Alpha & Omega hosts appreciation luncheon: July 23, 2008 in print edition on B9; Dr. Paul Cleveland and Nelson Nash recently spoke at a client appreciation luncheon and seminar hosted by Alpha & Omega Financial Services Inc., Lawrence.
Rogers pitches Detroit past K.C.: Associated Press; July 23, 2008 in print edition on B5; Kenny Rogers pitched six strong innings and Placido Polanco homered and drove in two runs to help the Detroit Tigers beat the Kansas City Royals, 7-1, Tuesday night.
McCain may be zeroing in on a running mate: By Tom Raum - Associated Press Writer; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A10; Yet another town-hall meeting isn’t doing the trick. Neither is dropping in on a former Republican president. So just what can John McCain do to draw attention away from his showy Democratic rival? Pick a running mate, perhaps.
‘Spam King’ receives 47-month sentence: July 23, 2008 in print edition on A2; Robert Soloway abdicated his throne as king of Internet spammers Tuesday when he apologized in court for being a “nuisance” to tens of millions of computer users before being sentenced to 47 months in prison and ordered to forfeit more than $708,000.
Commodities: July 23, 2008 in print edition on B9; Agriculture futures mostly traded higher Tuesday on the Chicago Board of Trade.
Police team for crime-info project: By Andale Gross - Associated Press Writer; July 23, 2008 in print edition on B10; Thirteen law enforcement agencies in the two-state Kansas City metropolitan area are teaming up for a project to share information about crimes and criminals more easily.
Horoscopes: July 23, 2008 in print edition on B8; Spontaneity seems more natural this year. Often you discover that you like the benefits of impulsiveness, as it brings smiles, happiness and success.
Angry nationalists protest arrest of former Serbian leader: By Jovana Gec - Associated Press Writer; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A2; Serb nationalists skirmished with riot police in the capital Tuesday, lashing out against the new Western-leaning government that captured war crimes suspect Radovan Karadzic.
T’s future hinges on sales tax vote: By Chad Lawhorn; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A3; The showdown is set. A majority of city commissioners Tuesday night moved ahead on a city budget that includes no property tax funding for the city’s beleaguered public transit system, but rather puts the fate of the bus system in the hands of sales tax voters in November.
Chamber schedules ribbon-cutting events: July 23, 2008 in print edition on B9; The Lawrence Chamber of Commerce has scheduled several ribbon-cutting events for August.
Rescue of mortgage giants could hit $25B: By Julie Hirschfeld Davis - Associated Press Writer; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A7; A federal rescue of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac could cost taxpayers $25 billion, congressional budget experts said, as the House scheduled a vote today on legislation that would tap the mortgage giants’ profits to cover any losses from saving 400,000 homeowners from foreclosure.
Commentary: Wrestler small in stature, big in skill: By Charean Williams - McClatchy Newspapers; July 23, 2008 in print edition on B2; Randi Miller always saw herself as a basketball player. Fortunately for her, high school coaches couldn’t see past her 5-foot, 2-inch height. After getting cut over and over again during her high school career, Miller finally got the hint and dedicated herself to wrestling.
Gobble shelved by back problems: Associated Press; July 23, 2008 in print edition on B5; Royals reliever Jimmy Gobble, who allowed 10 runs in one inning Monday against Detroit, was placed on the 15-day disabled list Tuesday because of a stiff lower back.
Farmland qualms: July 23, 2008 in print edition on A5; Signs are emerging that city commissioners are having second thoughts about efforts to buy the former Farmland Industries property east of Lawrence.
Disposable foil simplifies cooking grilled peppers: Associated Press; July 23, 2008 in print edition on C1; Inexpensive disposable foil loaf pans offer an easy way to cook and serve these cheese-stuffed grilled peppers. This recipe also works with jalapeno peppers, but some people won’t be able to handle the heat.
Boy’s birthday gift: donations to charity: Staff Reports; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A4; Children’s birthday parties typically consist of food, fun and plenty of gifts. But last week, 9-year-old Lawrence resident Branden Patterson broke that trend at his birthday party. Branden asked his guests to bring money and household items that could be donated to local social service agencies - rather than gifts for the birthday boy.
Slattery tries to tie Roberts to gas prices: July 23, 2008 in print edition on A5; Democratic challenger Jim Slattery is trying to tie Republican Sen. Pat Roberts to high gasoline prices.
Mass. Street to close for movie filming: July 23, 2008 in print edition on A5; Downtown Lawrence will get its day on the Silver Screen. City commissioners at Tuesday’s meeting agreed to close the 800 block of Massachusetts Street on Aug. 4 to allow for the filming of a movie about Lawrence artist Stan Herd.
Travel writer wins regional awards: July 23, 2008 in print edition on B9; Susan Kraus, a freelance travel writer who lives in Lawrence, won several writing awards at the 2008 Society of American Travel Writers, Central States Chapter conference.
Rezoning OK’d for new Walgreens: July 23, 2008 in print edition on A5; Plans to build a new Walgreens on the corner of Clinton Parkway and Crossgate Drive cleared one significant hurdle this week.
Russia considers closer Venezuela ties: July 23, 2008 in print edition on A2; Amid talks about a billion-dollar arms purchase from Russia, Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez said Tuesday that he wanted the two nations to become strategic partners to ensure “Venezuela’s sovereignty, which is currently being threatened by the United States.”
Obama urges political solution: By David Espo - Associated Press Writer; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A10; Democratic presidential contender Barack Obama declined Tuesday to rate the Bush administration’s troop surge in Iraq a success despite a reduction in violence, and expressed understanding of Gen. David Petraeus’ opposition to a timetable for the withdrawal of U.S. combat troops.
13-year sentence likely in sex sting: July 23, 2008 in print edition on A5; A 39-year-old Carbondale man who was caught in a November sex sting in Baldwin City recently pleaded guilty to three charges and faces a prison sentence.
Polygamist sect members indicted: July 23, 2008 in print edition on A2; A Texas grand jury indicted polygamist sect leader Warren Jeffs and four of his followers Tuesday on charges of felony sexual assault of a child. Another was indicted for failing to report child abuse.
Golfers wanted: July 23, 2008 in print edition on B5; Plenty of spots remain for Monday’s golf portion of the John Hadl retirement ceremony.
Rice to press N. Korean envoy on weapons: July 23, 2008 in print edition on A2; Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice held talks with Asian officials today before meeting North Korea’s top diplomat in what will be the Bush administration’s highest-level contact with the Stalinist state in four years.
KU’s Scott, Manning win under-23 gold: July 23, 2008 in print edition on B5; Kansas University’s Crystal Manning and Jordan Scott claimed victories last weekend at the NACAC Under-23 Track & Field Championships.
Gundy’s ‘rant’ still hot topic: By Dugan Arnett; July 23, 2008 in print edition on B3; Members of the media are suckers for a good “rant” story, and so it didn’t take long before someone at Tuesday’s Big 12 Media Days asked Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy about his press conference rant last year aimed at a local reporter.
New leader glad to be back home: By Mark Fagan; July 23, 2008 in print edition on B9; Amy Blankenbiller grew up in Lawrence, went to school at Kansas University and made a name for herself in Washington, D.C. - but never could shake her Kansas heritage. Not that she’d ever want to.
Batman star arrested, denies assault on mother and sister: By Raphael G. Satter - Associated Press Writer; July 23, 2008 in print edition on B8; The darkness around Batman has deepened: While audiences were shattering weekend box-office records in the U.S., Christian Bale was in London, where his mother and sister reportedly leveled assault allegations against the star of “The Dark Knight” that have yet to become clear.
Tropical Sno: Fruit flavors and summer heat combine to make this Lawrence business a seasonal slam-dunk: By Sarah Henning; July 23, 2008 in print edition on C1; The flavors are like those from a kid’s daydream on a summer day: Jurassic Juice, Blue Cotton Candy, Wipe Out - all fruity, neon-colored goodness. Since 1995, Tad’s Tropical Sno has been churning out mounds of warm-weather confections to customers young and old from its tiny 12-by-14-foot space at 939 Iowa.
Water challenges: A Douglas County water dispute raises issues that illustrate on a small scale why wars someday may be fought over water.; J-W Editorials; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A9; Our part of eastern Kansas always has been blessed with an adequate - plentiful, compared to much of the state - supply of water. A dispute now playing out in the Eudora area, however, raises a number of issues that may become more urgent as population and the demand for water grow.
Despite appearance, projects on schedule: Roads should be open before schools resume; By Jesse Fray; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A1; Orange barricades. Big tractors. Sweaty workers. They make a perfect combination near 19th and Louisiana streets, where the clock is ticking for construction workers to finish what city engineers call the most challenging road project of the year.
People in the news: July 23, 2008 in print edition on B8; ¢ Estelle Getty of ‘Golden Girls’ dies
Charitable needs call for community action: By Mike Hoeflich; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A9; There’s an old saying: “Charity begins at home.” I think that we’re all going to need to keep this firmly in mind over the next few years. The declining economy has now caused a financial shortfall for the state, county and city.
Dolly gains hurricane strength and aims for US-Mexico border: By Christopher Sherman - Associated Press Writer; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A2; Dolly spun into a hurricane Tuesday, heading toward the U.S.-Mexico border and the heavily populated Rio Grande Valley, where officials feared heavy rains could cause massive flooding and levee breaks.
Suspect in chase appears in court: July 23, 2008 in print edition on A5; A De Soto man accused of leading officers on a chase Sunday from Eudora to east of Lawrence made his first appearance in court Tuesday.
Bush foreign policy follows Obama’s lead: By Trudy Rubin; July 23, 2008 in print edition on A9; To an amazing extent, Bush foreign policy seems to be turning toward the positions of Barack Obama. On Iraq, Iran, Afghanistan, and other issues, the administration was shifting gears just as the Illinois senator embarked on his overseas voyage. Some of these changes were forced on the White House by events. Some reflect late recognition that policies were not working.
Shake that money tree for savings: Consumer Reports; July 23, 2008 in print edition on B9; The Consumer Reports Money Lab recently uncovered hidden savings in everyday spending that could save consumers up to $500 per month - even while gas and food prices continue to rise.
CNN examines being ‘Black in America’: By Kevin McDonough; July 23, 2008 in print edition on B8; Soledad O’Brien hosts the four-hour documentary series “Black in America” (8 p.m. and 11 p.m., CNN, tonight and Thursday), an effort occasionally undone by its vast scope.
Jayni Carey cooks ‘Backyard Bounty’: J-W Staff Reports; July 23, 2008 in print edition on C2; Join “Jayni’s Kitchen” this week for “Backyard Bounty: Summer Vegetable Recipes.” Host Jayni Carey and her guest will prepare the following recipes: Roasted Garlic Heads with Orange Butter, Roasted Beets with Raspberry-Butter, Yellow Squash Gratin, Sweet Corn with Cumin-Green Chile Butter, and Poached Eggs with Tomatoes, Garlic and Spinach.

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