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Should Lawrence district teachers in areas like special education, math and science earn a higher rate of pay than other instructors?

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No
 
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Not sure
 
 6%
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6:00 a.m.
Ralph Oliver, chief of the Kansas University Public Safety Office, uses a Segway scooter on a recent patrol of campus. Police patrols work around high fuel costs
By Mike Belt
June 2, 2008 in print edition on 1A
A year ago when Eudora Police Chief Greg Dahlem submitted his department’s 2008 budget to city leaders, he estimated gasoline costs at $4.25 a gallon. He wasn’t far off. In this area, gas prices have steadily inched toward the $4 mark, and there is still more than half the year to come.
10:00 a.m.
Sunflower Girls State participants and leaders lower the American flag Sunday during the Girls State opening ceremony at the Dole Institute of Politics. In the back row, from left, are LaVeta Miller, department president of the American Legion Auxiliary; Sunflower Girls State Director Anne Werner; Rachel Van Horn, of Lawrence; and Helen Bolton, of Manhattan. Helping to lower the flag are Cori Simpson, of Overland Park, nearest the flagpole facing the camera, and Jayme Lindstrom, of Silver Lake, at right. Girls State session inaugurated
By Sophia Maines
June 2, 2008 in print edition on 1A
Lawrence teen Samantha Galyardt spent part of Sunday building the framework of a new city. “Right now, we’re deciding what kind of government we want our cities to have,” said Galyardt, a Lawrence High student. Galyardt was among more than 300 young women from across the state who convened at Kansas University for the 66th annual American Legion Auxiliary Kansas Sunflower Girls State, a weeklong program focused on educating about the workings of government and honing students’ leadership skills.
4:00 p.m.
Kira Alexander, 13, of Lawrence, center, joins her contemporaries in giving themselves a hand Sunday after being recognized by the Duke University Talent Identification Program at the Lied Center. The program helps identify academically talented youths and helps inform them about their abilities and academic options. State’s advanced students honored at KU
By Sophia Maines
June 2, 2008 in print edition on 3A
Camera-wielding parents clamored for a clear view of the stage as about 400 academically talented seventh-graders from across Kansas received medals in a ceremony Sunday at the Lied Center. “It feels really good,” said Kira Alexander, a 13-year-old Bishop Seabury Academy student who was among those honored.

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6Sports video: Lawrence Raiders ready for season opener
By Andrew Baker
June 2, 2008
The 2008 American Legion summer baseball season begins on Tuesday. The Lawrence Raiders open their season with a double-header against the KC Royals at Ice Field.
6Sports video: T-Bones maintain top spot in NL
June 2, 2008
The Kansas City T-Bones are now 2.5 games clear of the Northern League field after 17 games. The 12-5 ‘Steaks’ lost on Sunday, but maintained their top spot in the N.L.
6News video: Wakarusa Music and Camping Festival set to kick off
June 2, 2008
The Wakarusa Music and Camping Festival kicks off at Clinton State park in just three days. But getting ready for the event is a year-long process.
6News video: Man traveling 3,000 miles by foot to raise awareness about breast cancer
June 2, 2008
Breast cancer affects millions nationwide - almost everyone knows someone who has fought the disease. Ron Kessler is no different, and is taking a 6-month, 3,000-mile journey by foot to help raise awareness about early detection.
6News video: Sentencing delayed in police standoff case
June 2, 2008
Sentencing is delayed for a man involved in a standoff with police - after the defendant fails to show up for today’s hearing.
6News video: Big changes in store for Lawrence Public Library
By Jesse Fray
June 2, 2008
Some big changes are in store for the Lawrence Public Library. They include reducing the number of books while increasing the amount of technology. 6News reporter Jesse Fray tells us more about the preliminary upgrades that are already underway.
6News video: Witnesses testify in Ramona Morgan preliminary hearing
June 2, 2008
Graphic testimony today in the case of woman accused of killing two workers on Highway 59 last year.
6Sports video: Champion Jayhawks arrive at nation’s capital
June 2, 2008
There are many perks to winning a national championship - and one of them is meeting the president of the United States.
6News video: LHM leaders celebrate accomplishments
June 2, 2008
LMH leaders celebrate a year’s accomplishments, and look forward to even more in the months ahead.
6Sports video: Several Jayhawk football players honored
June 2, 2008
The college football season won’t kickoff for another three months but already, the Kansas Jayhawks are hauling in the honors.
6News video: Heavy rains, strong winds blow through Lawrence
June 2, 2008
Flash flooding was the main problem from a Monday afternoon storm in Lawrence.
6News video: Forecast for June 3
June 2, 2008
The high for Monday is 88 degrees, while the low will be around 68.
LMH focuses on future
By Mark Fagan
June 2, 2008
Leaders at Lawrence Memorial Hospital are celebrating a year’s accomplishments, and working to add even more in the months to come.
Witness describes scene the day two highway workers died
By Mike Belt
June 2, 2008
A speeding pickup truck twice drove through a restricted highway construction zone south of Lawrence the day two workers were killed last year, according to testimony in Douglas County District Court.
Lightning strike disrupts service to 4,000 Sunflower Broadband customers
By Alex Parker
01:30 p.m., June 2, 2008 Updated 06:38 p.m.
A lightning strike near Linwood has disrupted service to about 4,000 Sunflower Broadband customers in Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties.
Cub Scout day camp canceled
Staff Report
June 2, 2008
A Cub Scout day camp at the Douglas County 4-H Fairgrounds has been canceled because of Monday morning’s thunderstorm.
County in Flash Flood Warning until mid-afternoon
By Jonathan Kealing
11:28 a.m., June 2, 2008 Updated 12:20 p.m.
Douglas County remains in a Flash Flood Warning until 3:30 p.m. Monday.
Sebelius calls on feds to step up development of wind energy
By Scott Rothschild
June 2, 2008
Speaking at a wind energy conference in Houston, Gov. Kathleen Sebelius says the federal government needs to make renewable energy a national priority.
Shankel’s influence felt beyond KU
By Eileen Roddy
June 2, 2008 in print edition on C1
Del Shankel wasn’t always a model student. The Kansas University chancellor emeritus is an award-winning educator, internationally recognized conference organizer, researcher and speaker on the health benefits of green tea.
Peace, dignity, unity
Our World War II Memorial should remind us of a time when Americans united in a single important cause.
J-W Editorials
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A7
The recent Memorial Day observances and the ongoing efforts to help World War II veterans see the inspiring national monument in their honor causes us to recall the foolish furor that preceded the establishment of the tribute.
‘Transformers’ wins top film honor at MTV Movie Awards
By Derrik J. Lang - Associated Press Writer
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B6
The “Transformers” have another chunk of metal to add to their collection.
Commentary: NBA hangs referees out to dry
By Mark Whicker - The Orange County (Calif.) Register
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B2
Sensing nothing but a hot-air blast from San Antonio and a blathering wind from those who talk on TV, the NBA could have bent over backward to support, or at least tacitly defend, Joey Crawford, Mark Wunderlich and Joe Forte.
City Commission agenda: Bar seeks smoking, drinking area
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A4
City commissioners will consider a request from the operators of Louise’s West, 1307 W. Seventh St., to allow patrons to take their alcoholic beverages on the bar’s patio smoking area.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A7
From the Lawrence Daily World for June 2, 1908: “The school board last night elected teachers for practically all positions in the city schools, granting pay increases to all but a very few.
Study maps US childhood cancer
By Lindsey Tanner - Associated Press Writer
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A1
Surprising research suggests that childhood cancer is most common in the Northeast, results that even caught experts off guard. But some specialists say it could just reflect differences in reporting. The large government study is the first to find notable regional differences in pediatric cancer. The study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is based on data representing 90 percent of the U.S.
Adoptive parents receiving more benefits
By Candice Choi - Associated Press Writer
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B7
When Tim Huval and his wife decided to adopt, they got financial aid, moral support and legal counseling from a seemingly unlikely source: his employer.
Green party
Keep your summer get-togethers Earth-friendly
McClatchy Newspapers
June 2, 2008 in print edition on C1
The arrival of summer weather is a great excuse to invite friends over. And hosts can not only enjoy Mother Nature, they can help preserve it, too. Fine Living offers some tips for having a “green” party that will leave a lighter carbon footprint on planet Earth:
Keegan: Season starts today
By Tom Keegan
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B1
The first of “voluntary” summer conditioning workouts began at 6 a.m. today for the Kansas University football team. The wise players showed up at 5:55. “Hawk Time” stipulates that if you’re not five minutes early, you might as well be five minutes late. Pity the poor newcomer who views these sessions as optional and doesn’t think he will hurt his chances of gaining playing time by sleeping in after staying up late playing Grand Theft Auto.
‘The Mole’ surfaces again after 4 years
By Kevin McDonough
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B6
After a four-year hiatus, ABC dusts off “The Mole” (9 p.m., ABC) for a fifth season. This arrives just one night after CBS exhumed “Password” for prime time.
Jersey Jayhawks
Garden Staters move in to new home
By Gary Bedore
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B1
A reflective Quintrell Thomas arrived at St. Patrick High School bright and early Friday morning, one day before graduation ceremonies in Elizabeth, N.J. “I’ve been in kind of a down period,” said Thomas, who admits he has been stressed while thinking about leaving his Jersey home - and comfy life with mom, Tommica, and 4-year-old brother, Quian - for the unknown, in this case Kansas University.
Chiropractor ready to help in Ghana
J-W Staff Reports
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B7
Dr. Mark Howarter, owner of The Chiropractic Experience Wellness Center, Lawrence, is preparing to leave for Ghana, where he and other health care professionals soon will be on a mission to heal the sick and provide spiritual guidance.
Conservation district opens sign-up period
J-W Staff Reports
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B7
The Douglas County Conservation District’s initial designated sign-up period for cost-share assistance is open now through July 15.
Disabled or not?
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A7
To the editor: Presidential hopeful John McCain has recently released his health record and tax records to the public. McCain has long said he is in robust health and strong enough to hike the Grand Canyon, but at the same time, he also is receiving what his staff Monday termed a “disability pension” from the Navy.
Old Home Town - 25 years ago
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A7
Because of a tight budget and no summer school, 153 employees at Haskell Indian Junior College were to be laid off from two to 12 weeks during the summer.
‘Opportunistic’ Celtics overcame lottery
Associated Press
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B3
This is not how the Boston Celtics planned to get back to the NBA finals. The league’s luckiest franchise saw its luck run out - again - in the draft lottery last year, coming up with the worst possible pick and no shot at the megastars slotted 1-2. What the Celtics couldn’t know at the time was that it was the best thing that could have happened.
Authorities search bait shops for illegal minnows
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B8
State wildlife officials in Kansas and Missouri are reviewing how they keep nonnative species from invading their respective states after a near-miss involving minnows.
Summer events scheduled to be downtown draw
By Erin Castaneda
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A3
Several summer events are just around the corner in downtown Lawrence. “I can’t wait to get them going,” said Jane Pennington, director of Downtown Lawrence Inc. One of the first events is the Downtown Lawrence Film Festival that kicks off on Thursday. “I’m really anxious for the first film; it’s going to be a lot of fun,” Pennington said.
Pilates studio welcomes instructor
J-W Staff Reports
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B7
Sara Felt, a cello performer, music teacher and certified Pilates instructor, has joined Pilates Performance & Rehab, Lawrence and Topeka, as an instructor.
Money tip: finding the right summer rental
By Marshall Loeb - MarketWatch
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B7
Rental homes can be a great way to save money on a vacation if you have a large group to chip in. From Vera Gibbons at Kiplinger.com, here are five guidelines you would be wise to follow before signing the papers on your summer rental:
Salvation Army seeking music festival volunteers
J-W Staff Reports
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A4
The Salvation Army is in need of volunteers to work four-hour shifts Thursday through Monday at the Wakarusa Music and Camping Festival to raise money for the ongoing work of the Lawrence Salvation Army. Volunteers must be at least 16 and are needed to replenish paper towels and toilet paper around the festival and to serve as cashiers for showers.
Study: Children susceptible to hospital infections
By Blythe Bernhard - St. Louis Post-Dispatch
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A6
Hospitalized children suffer too many infections and other preventable complications that extend hospital stays and cost millions, according to a study released today.
Rocker Neil Young pursues electric car
Associated Press
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B8
Neil Young, the rock legend who provided some of the soundtrack to Vietnam-era war protests, is trying to change the world again - with his car. Young has teamed up with Johnathan Goodwin, a Wichita mechanic who has developed a national reputation for re-engineering the power units of big cars to get more horsepower but use less fuel.
Girls State session inaugurated
By Sophia Maines
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A1
Lawrence teen Samantha Galyardt spent part of Sunday building the framework of a new city. “Right now, we’re deciding what kind of government we want our cities to have,” said Galyardt, a Lawrence High student. Galyardt was among more than 300 young women from across the state who convened at Kansas University for the 66th annual American Legion Auxiliary Kansas Sunflower Girls State, a weeklong program focused on educating about the workings of government and honing students’ leadership skills.
Prime minister claims victory in election
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A2
Macedonia’s prime minister declared victory Sunday in the Balkan country’s parliamentary election after a vote that was marred by gunbattles that left one person dead and eight wounded. Nikola Gruevski said his center-right VMRO-DPMNE had won enough votes to gain a majority of parliament’s 120 seats, and opposition leader Radmila Sekerinska conceded defeat.
Clinton wins Puerto Rico primary; Obama moves closer to victory
By David Espo and Jim Kuhnhenn - Associated Press Writers
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A2
Hillary Rodham Clinton won a lopsided, but largely symbolic victory Sunday in Puerto Rico’s presidential primary, the final act in a weekend of tumult that pushed Barack Obama tantalizingly close to the Democratic presidential nomination. The former first lady was winning roughly two-thirds of the votes as she continued a strong run through the late primaries.
Relieved Royals roll to 6-1 rout of Indians
By Doug Tucker - Associated Press Sports Writer
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B1
Nothing restores the bounce to a ballplayer’s step like bringing a long losing streak to a halt. Feeling refreshed after snapping a demoralizing 12-game skid the night before, the Kansas City Royals got solid pitching from Brian Bannister and home runs from Jose Guillen and Mark Grudzielanek to beat the Cleveland Indians, 6-1, Sunday.
Fire at Universal Studios destroys sets and exhibits
By Greg Risling - Associated Press Writer
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A2
One of Hollywood’s largest movie studios starred in a disastrous sequel Sunday as a fire ripped through a lot at Universal Studios, destroying a set from “Back to the Future,” a King Kong exhibit and a streetscape seen frequently in movies and TV shows.
Military not the boss
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A7
To the editor: Lynn Jenkins is running in the Republican primary for Kansas’ 2nd Congressional District. In a recent interview, Ms. Jenkins said “I don’t want Nancy Pelosi or Nancy Boyda deciding when or how our military forces are going to conduct business over there.”
Police patrols work around high fuel costs
By Mike Belt
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A1
A year ago when Eudora Police Chief Greg Dahlem submitted his department’s 2008 budget to city leaders, he estimated gasoline costs at $4.25 a gallon. He wasn’t far off. In this area, gas prices have steadily inched toward the $4 mark, and there is still more than half the year to come.
National League Roundup: Cubs complete perfect homestand
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B4
Chase Utley hit his major-league-leading 20th homer, Pat Burrell had a tiebreaking, two-run double, and the Phillies rallied.
Former football coach to sign books
J-W Staff Reports
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A5
Don Fambrough, former Kansas University football coach and author of “Three Little Jayhawks,” will put on a book signing and sale from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at HyVee on West Sixth Street.
Parents seek results in quake investigations
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A2
Tears of grief and anger mixed with smoke from ritual fires lit on the ruins of Xinjian Primary School on Sunday, as hundreds of parents commemorated the deaths of their children and pleaded for the government to punish those responsible for the building’s collapse in last month’s earthquake.
State’s advanced students honored at KU
By Sophia Maines
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A3
Camera-wielding parents clamored for a clear view of the stage as about 400 academically talented seventh-graders from across Kansas received medals in a ceremony Sunday at the Lied Center. “It feels really good,” said Kira Alexander, a 13-year-old Bishop Seabury Academy student who was among those honored.
Summer sunglasses: Bye-bye, bling
Associated Press
June 2, 2008 in print edition on C1
When it comes to this year’s hot sunglasses, leave the bling behind.
Busch cruises to another win
NASCAR’s ‘Bad Boy’ extends points lead at Dover
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B2
As is the case at most NASCAR tracks, Kyle Busch heard the boos at Dover International Speedway.
Auction to benefit community services
J-W Staff Reports
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A5
Ballard Community Services will put on the seventh annual Silent & Live Auction from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday at Lawrence Country Club, 400 Country Club Terrace. Ballard Community Services is comprised of the Ballard Center, Penn House, Emergency Service Council and Brookcreek Learning Center.
Legendary designer Yves Saint Laurent dies at 71
By Elaine Ganley - Associated Press Writer
June 2, 2008 in print edition on C8
Legendary designer Yves Saint Laurent, who reworked the rules of fashion by putting women into elegant pantsuits that came to define how modern women dressed, died Sunday evening, a longtime friend and associate said. He was 71.
McClellan: President should have fired Rove
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A2
President Bush broke his promise to the country by refusing to fire aide Karl Rove for leaking a CIA agent’s identity, said Scott McClellan, the president’s chief spokesman for almost three years.
Differential pay doesn’t sit well with teachers
By George Diepenbrock
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A3
The Lawrence school board has floated a proposal to raise the pay for some new teachers, but the teachers’ association has met it with trepidation. The proposal is geared toward those who teach subjects like special education, science and math - areas where it is hard to recruit teachers.
Horoscopes
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B6
This year you will do a lot of thinking before you act. Though you would like to predict the end results before an action, you often cannot. If you are attached, a trip, as well as learning to empathize more with your sweetie, could stoke the fires between you.
On the record
J-W Staff Reports
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A4
Westar Energy spokes-woman Erin La Row said Sunday a failed arrester was the culprit behind a power outage that affected nearly 800 Lawrence customers early Sunday. Arresters protect lines from lightening and power surges, La Row said. She did not know what caused the arrester to fail. The outage occurred after 12:30 a.m.
Asking questions helps to ease interview anxiety
By J.T. O'Donnell & Dale Dauten
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B7
Q: I’ve been interviewing, and I’m experiencing random changes in the nervousness factor. I could go to interview 1 and be a total nervous wreck, and then later that afternoon go to interview 2 and bring my A game, not once feeling any nervousness at all. What is that all about? - Sarah
American League Roundup: Hit batter boosts Angels
June 2, 2008 in print edition on B4
Toronto closer B.J. Ryan (1-1) hit Howie Kendrick with a pitch to force home the tying run in the ninth inning, and Maicer Izturis singled in the game-winner one pitch later for Los Angeles.
Pump patrol
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A3
The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $3.85 at several locations.
Kennedys’ influence is still strong
By David Shribman
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A7
The last brother is gravely ill, prompting an outpouring of acclaim, even from precincts that seldom have praised him.
Problems cited with US security pact
June 2, 2008 in print edition on A2
Iraq’s chief spokesman acknowledged differences with the United States over a proposed long-term security agreement and pledged on Sunday that the government will protect Iraqi sovereignty in ongoing talks with the Americans.
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