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The Morning Rush: Man sentenced to 90 days in jail and probation for hit-and-run fatality

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What's the best way to save a buck in Lawrence?

Response	Percent
Use store coupons.		23%
Buy used merchandise.		19%
Other.		19%
Use the public library.		10%
Start a garden.		8%
Join a car pool.		7%
Increase your insurance deductibles.		5%
Go to restaurants that have kids eat free nights.		4%
Total	289

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6:00 a.m.

Building a network: By Sarah Henning; March 25, 2008 in print edition on 1C; Allen is 53 years old, male and lives in Lawrence. He blogs, posts video and audio and writes about his history. He’s in a relationship, but he sure cuts a striking stance in his official MySpace photo — tall and handsome with flowers at his feet, er, foundation. Allen — last name Fieldhouse — has a MySpace page, just like many students at Kansas University.

On the street: Are you friends with any groups or organizations on MySpace or Facebook?

8:00 a.m.

They did the math, and KU wins: By Jonathan Kealing; March 25, 2008 in print edition on 1A; If 1+1=2 and 2X3=6, then Kansas will win the NCAA championship this year. No joke.

Videos: 2008 NCAA Tournament
Special coverage: 2008 NCAA Tournament

12:00 p.m.

Ideas on saving money: By Chad Lawhorn; March 25, 2008 in print edition on 1A; Sure, there are ramen noodles. Yes, there are those funny-looking light bulbs that require a home equity loan to purchase, but energy experts swear they will save you money in the long run. And, of course, there’s a seat waiting for you on the bus.

Photo gallery: Being frugal in Lawrence
Poll: What’s the best way to save a buck in Lawrence?
On the street: What do you do to save money?

4:00 p.m.

City cool to firm’s offer on Farmland: By Chad Lawhorn; March 25, 2008 in print edition on 1A; A private company was strongly eyeing the former Farmland Industries site as a new biodiesel and ethanol production center but scrapped the plans after receiving a cool reception from city leaders.

Video: Potential Farmland plant buyers back out
Source document: PowerPoint presentation by John Mitchell

10:00 p.m.

Legislature honors former statesman: By Scott Rothschild; March 25, 2008 in print edition on 5A; It was the kind of bipartisan spirit John J. Conard Sr. would have enjoyed.

All stories

6News video: Citizens should file tax return to get stimulus check: By Mark Fagan; March 25, 2008; The IRS could be looking for you, but that's a good thing.
6News video: WJHS 9th-grader found with gun: March 25, 2008; Marlena Porter knew something was wrong yesterday as she picked up her brother from school.
6News video: Local residents skeptical of LOB: By Lindsey Slater; March 25, 2008; State and district officials talk about the local option budget today, which could raise property taxes for Lawrence residents.
6News video: KU celebrates Women’s History Month: March 25, 2008; March marks Women's History Month, and KU is celebrating with events on campus all week long.
6News video: Students spend spring break volunteering: March 25, 2008; Some students at Bishop Seabury Academy are working their way through the vacation.
6News video: Candlelight vigil mourns American, Iraqi deaths: March 25, 2008; Lawrence activists gathered this evening to mark a tragic milestone in the U.S. occupation of Iraq.
6News video: Written confession will serve as evidence in rape trial: March 25, 2008; A judge will allow a rape suspect's written confession and the police search of his Lawrence apartment to be presented as evidence at trial.
6News video: ‘Amanda’s Law’ heads to full Senate: March 25, 2008; 'Amanda's Law' takes a step closer to becoming a state law today.
6News video: House approves funeral protest restrictions: March 25, 2008; A bill reinstating a state law restricting protests at funerals wins first-round approval in the House.
6News video: Paint thinner spill causes Lecompton blaze: March 25, 2008; A spill inside a rural Lecompton home sparks an afternoon fire Monday, causing thousands of dollars in damage.
6News video: City OK’s outdoor concert: March 25, 2008; The Lawrence City Commission votes to allow downtown Lawrence to host a new outdoor concert.
6News video: Principal kisses pig: March 25, 2008; Have you ever kissed a pig? One lucky faculty member at New York Elementary can now answer “yes” to that question.
6Sports video: Hawks travel north: March 25, 2008; The Motor City is calling on the Kansas men's basketball team. Tomorrow the top seed in the Midwest Regional boards a plane for Detroit.
6Sports video: Self under pressure: March 25, 2008; Kansas head coach Bill Self is no stranger to the second weekend of the NCAA tourney.
6Sports video: KU to play late game: March 25, 2008; By the time the Kansas men's basketball team takes the court on Friday night in Detroit, the NCAA tournament will be down to roughly 10 teams.
6Sports video: KU baseball to face Aggies: March 25, 2008; The Kansas baseball team plays three midweek non-conference games at home before welcoming Texas A&M for a Big 12 battle this weekend.
6Sports video: Hawks advance in WNIT: March 25, 2008; It's on to round three of the women's NIT for the Kansas Jayhawks.
6Sports video: LHS track team hosts Free State, Leavenworth: March 25, 2008; Lions, Firebirds and Pioneers got together on the track at 19th and Louisiana streets this afternoon.
Legislature honors former statesman: By Scott Rothschild; March 25, 2008 in print edition on A5; It was the kind of bipartisan spirit John J. Conard Sr. would have enjoyed.
6News Now: Bishop-Seabury students work through Spring Break: March 25, 2008; In tonight's 6News and tomorrow's Lawrence Journal-World, some students at Bishop-Seabury Academy are working their way through Spring Break, and commissioners are scheduled to consider a permit for a downtown concert.
Double Take: Parent complains it’s difficult to obtain IEP for student: By Dr. Wes Crenshaw & Julia Davidson; March 25, 2008 in print edition on C1; Dear Dr. Wes & Julia: Awhile back you suggested getting an Individual Education Plan (IEP) at school for kids with behavioral or psychological problems. We’ve been trying to do this for over a year, and it has been awful.
Create your own sled-kite for windy fun: The Washington Post; March 25, 2008 in print edition on C1; Take advantage of the windy March weather. The Washington Post offers this how-to on how to make a sled-kite.
Spring cleaning 101: Associated Press; March 25, 2008 in print edition on C1; Despite your best intentions, your garage or basement might be filled with a rummage sale’s worth of stuff and a maze of cobwebs. Time to play ball.
Bhutan becomes democracy, at king’s urging: By Matthew Rosenberg - Associated Press Writer; March 25, 2008 in print edition on C8; Long known as a quirky holdout from modernity, the Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan ended a century of absolute monarchy Monday by electing a staunch royalist as its first prime minister. So it goes in Bhutan, possibly the first country in history where a king had to convince his people that democracy was a good idea.
Passport scandal raises outsourcing questions: By Anne Flaherty - Associated Press Writer; March 25, 2008 in print edition on C8; Struggling with a deluge in passport applications, the State Department did what much of the government does to deal with a manpower crunch: It hired more private contractors. But the practice of outsourcing allowed hired hands to snoop around in presidential candidates’ files.
Pakistan’s new PM frees detained judges: By Matthew Pennington - Associated Press Writer; March 25, 2008 in print edition on C8; The deposed chief justice emerged from house arrest Monday after Pakistan’s new prime minister ordered police to pull back razor-wire barricades and release judges ousted last year by President Pervez Musharraf.
KC contractor in Iraq 1 of 2 found dead: Associated Press; March 25, 2008 in print edition on C8; Authorities have recovered the remains of two U.S. contractors who were kidnapped in Iraq more than a year ago, the FBI said Monday.
Bush reflects on losses in Iraq: President says 4,000 dead have laid foundation for peace; By Ben Feller - Associated Press Writer; March 25, 2008 in print edition on C8; Marking a grim milestone, a determined President Bush declared Monday the lives of 4,000 U.S. military men and women who have died in Iraq “were not lost in vain.” The White House signaled anew that additional troops won’t be pulled out soon.
Building a network: KU, Lawrence organizations take advantage of social Web site opportunities; By Sarah Henning; March 25, 2008 in print edition on C1; Allen is 53 years old, male and lives in Lawrence. He blogs, posts video and audio and writes about his history. He’s in a relationship, but he sure cuts a striking stance in his official MySpace photo — tall and handsome with flowers at his feet, er, foundation. Allen — last name Fieldhouse — has a MySpace page, just like many students at Kansas University.
Commodities: March 25, 2008 in print edition on B9; Agriculture futures closed mostly higher Monday on the Chicago Board of Trade.
Communication key to handling creditors: By Michelle Singletary; March 25, 2008 in print edition on B9; Right now, there are folks who cringe when their telephones ring. These people get a sick feeling knowing that the caller is likely a creditor trying to collect on an overdue bill.
MSM Systems names Most Valuable Player: March 25, 2008 in print edition on B9; Kirk Hutson is winner of MSM Systems Inc.’s Most Valuable Player Award for 2007.
Kansas International event to address India: March 25, 2008 in print edition on B9; A Kansas University faculty member who led a study-abroad trip to India will discuss the program’s experiences during a Kansas International breakfast event at 7:30 a.m. Friday at Alvamar Country Club, 1600 Crossgate Drive.
Home-field advantage for KU: Ford CEO says Detroit arena ready for Jayhawks; By Mark Fagan; March 25, 2008 in print edition on B9; Good seats are still available for Friday night’s KU basketball game in Detroit, to be part of what could be the largest crowd ever for an NCAA Tournament game. So says Alan Mulally, who knows a thing or two about the venue.
Bill regulating adult businesses may be shelved: By Scott Rothschild; March 25, 2008 in print edition on B10; Legislation that would prohibit alcoholic beverages at establishments where there is nude dancing was heard Monday but probably won’t be acted on this session.
Horoscopes: March 25, 2008 in print edition on B8; Partners play an unusually strong role in your year. Evaluate before solidifying these ties — be it business or personal. Should your partner not be in sync with you, more problems could arise. If you are single, you will learn to work with others much better. If you are attached, really be a team. Your life will show the difference.
People in the news: March 25, 2008 in print edition on B8; • Rowling once had ‘suicidal thoughts’ • Corinne Bailey Rae’s husband found dead • Johnny Knoxville’s divorce finalized • Wham! George Michael announces US tour • Timberlake donates to Memphis institutions • Tejano singer critical after surgery
‘Musical’ takes on a serious disorder: By Kevin McDonough; March 25, 2008 in print edition on B8; The documentary “Autism: The Musical” (7 p.m., HBO) offers a thoughtful look at children with the neurological disorder as well as the toll autism has taken on many parents and families.
Pa. experience suggests primary options: By Peter Brown; March 25, 2008 in print edition on A9; In addition to perhaps deciding the Democratic presidential nomination, Pennsylvania may put the lie to the notion that only small states like New Hampshire and Iowa can get to know White House candidates up close and personal.
Old Home Town - 40 years ago: March 25, 2008 in print edition on A9; Jayhawker Towers was under construction at 15th and Engel Road and the complex was due to be completed by the coming fall.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago: March 25, 2008 in print edition on A9; From the Lawrence Daily World for March 25, 1908: Scientists at the university continue to warn about the bad quality of water in the city system and contend we are fortunate there have not been serious ailments because of the pollution and scum that can be found.”
Energy expense: March 25, 2008 in print edition on A9; To the editor: Responding to the governor’s recent veto, Sen. Steve Morris asserted that “not allowing clean coal technology to be part of Kansas’ energy future will result in a devastating increase in the average Kansan’s electric bill.” He is right that a future without coal will be expensive. Here’s the thing: A future with coal will be expensive, too.
Bad investment: March 25, 2008 in print edition on A9; To the editor: The $164 million bond for the biodefense facility is not a good deal for Kansas taxpayers.
Good decision: Even if it requires additional effort, Kansas University deserves the best possible dean for its School of Fine Arts.; J-W Editorials; March 25, 2008 in print edition on A9; Congratulations to members of the Kansas University search committee given the assignment to screen candidates for a new dean of the School of Fine Arts.
NY governor continues revelations: Associated Press; March 25, 2008 in print edition on A7; New York’s new governor, who disclosed last week that he and his wife both committed adultery several years ago, said Monday that he used cocaine in his 20s and smoked marijuana when he was younger.
Cost affecting cancer treatment: By Lauran Neergaard - Associated Press Writer; March 25, 2008 in print edition on A7; You’ve just been diagnosed with cancer, and the doctor is discussing treatment options. Should the cost be a deciding factor?
Global food shortages growing: By Katherine Corcoran - Associated Press Writer; March 25, 2008 in print edition on A10; If you’re seeing your grocery bill go up, you’re not alone. From subsistence farmers eating rice in Ecuador to gourmets feasting on escargot in France, consumers worldwide face rising food prices in what analysts call a perfect storm of conditions.
Visiting nurses seeking volunteers for 3D event: J-W Staff Reports; March 25, 2008 in print edition on A4; Douglas County Visiting Nurses, Rehabilitation and Hospice Care is looking for volunteers to assist with its 3D program, Dining, Dancing and Donating.
Edgerton bank robber sentenced to 17 years: March 25, 2008 in print edition on A4; A 55-year-old man was sentenced Monday in U.S. District Court to serve more than 17 years in prison for robbing an Edgerton bank.
Judge orders sex offender to post signs: Associated Press; March 25, 2008 in print edition on A4; A Kansas judge has ordered a man who has admitted molesting a boy to post signs around his house and a decal on his car proclaiming that he is a sex offender.
On the record: March 25, 2008 in print edition on A4; A 53-year-old Lawrence man reported an incident of aggravated burglary and theft on March 18.
Mayor accused of lying about affair: Associated Press; March 25, 2008 in print edition on A2; Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick was charged with perjury and other offenses Monday after a trove of raunchy text messages contradicted his sworn denials of an affair with his chief aide.
Ceremonial Olympic torch facing rough road to China: By Stephen Wilson and Nicholas Paphitis - Associated Press Writers; March 25, 2008 in print edition on A2; The head of Beijing’s Olympic committee had just started his speech. The high priestesses in flowing robes were waiting to start the ancient ceremony to kindle the Olympic flame.
Water system cleaned to wipe out salmonella: March 25, 2008 in print edition on A2; Officials said Monday they have ruled out wastewater contamination, disgruntled workers and terrorism as sources of salmonella bacteria in drinking water that have sickened more than 200 people.
NASA budget cuts limit Mars rovers: March 25, 2008 in print edition on A2; Scientists plan to put one of the twin Mars rovers to sleep and limit the activities of the other robot to fulfill a NASA order to cut $4 million from the program’s budget, mission team members said Monday.
Shuttle undocks from space station: March 25, 2008 in print edition on A2; Shuttle Endeavour pulled away from the international space station on Monday and headed for home.
Wife, 4 children found slain in home: March 25, 2008 in print edition on A2; A woman and her four children were found dead in their home Monday morning, and police later found a sixth body in a burning, wrecked van owned by the woman’s husband — a former bank executive who had been charged with embezzlement.
Settlements proposed in Va. Tech shootings: March 25, 2008 in print edition on A2; Families of those killed in the Virginia Tech massacre would receive $100,000 each under a settlement the state is proposing to prevent lawsuits, according to a victim’s relative who received a copy of the proposal.
Jays add Ryan to injured list: Associated Press; March 25, 2008 in print edition on B6; Pitcher B.J. Ryan will miss the start of the season, adding to a long list of key players burdened by injuries during the final week of spring training.
Royals rally for victory: Associated Press; March 25, 2008 in print edition on B5; Jorge De La Rosa failed to take advantage of an opportunity to win a spot in Kansas City’s rotation as he gave up four runs in four innings, but the Royals rallied for a 10-9 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
City squads return with depth: By Matt Tait; March 25, 2008 in print edition on B5; With the season set to kick off today, Free State High girls soccer coach Jason Pendleton still is not sure what to expect from his team.
Flashy rookies yield to veterans: In ‘year of the freshmen,’ upperclassmen have upper hand in NCAAs; By David Wharton - Los Angeles Times; March 25, 2008 in print edition on B4; On the eve of the NCAA Tournament, Tim Floyd surveyed the college basketball landscape and commented: “If we’re going to look back on this year, we’re going to say it was the year of the freshmen.”
Oklahoma State, A&M advance: Associated Press; March 25, 2008 in print edition on B4; Andrea Riley sank a free throw with 0.7 seconds left in overtime to give Oklahoma State a 73-72 victory over a gritty Florida State team Monday night in the second round of the New Orleans Regional.
LHS golfers 10th, FSHS 18th at opener: March 25, 2008 in print edition on B3; The Lawrence High boys golf team opened the spring Monday with a 10th-place finish at the Blue Valley West Invitational. Free State placed 18th out of 20 teams at Lions Gate Country Club.
Zagurski put on DL: March 25, 2008 in print edition on B3; Former Kansas University pitcher Mike Zagurski will open the baseball season on the Philadelphia Phillies’ 15-day disabled list.
Gary Bedore’s KU basketball notebook: By Gary Bedore; March 25, 2008 in print edition on B3; KU senior Rodrick Stewart, who missed Saturday’s game against UNLV game because of tonsillitis, attended practice Monday, but did not take part in drills.
Ogilvy ends Tiger’s perfect season: Australian wins weather-delayed CA Championship; March 25, 2008 in print edition on B2; So much for that perfect-season talk. Not only has Tiger Woods been beaten, Geoff Ogilvy did it on a course where the world’s No. 1 player looked unstoppable in recent years.
Sox open season in Japan: March 25, 2008 in print edition on B2; Complete games were common for Daisuke Matsuzaka in Japan. Then he came to the United States, where pitch counts and caution forced him out of games before he wanted to leave.
Commentary: Reynolds puts fine point on Villanova’s run: By Joe Juliano - The Philadelphia Inquirer; March 25, 2008 in print edition on B2; One time, just one time, Jay Wright asked Scottie Reynolds, his star player, to stop being unselfish for a minute.
Woodling: Roy still popular topic: By Chuck Woodling; March 25, 2008 in print edition on B1; I know many of you are still resentful about Roy Williams’ decision to leave Kansas University men’s basketball for his beloved Carolina in the pines and his perceived destiny along Tobacco Road. But that was nearly five years ago.
Regional tickets available: Expanded Ford Field not sold out yet; By Ryan Wood; March 25, 2008 in print edition on B1; Tickets still remain for the NCAA Tournament Midwest Regional at Ford Field in Detroit, a venue that will play host to three games this weekend.
Jayhawks cope with late tipoff: By Gary Bedore; March 25, 2008 in print edition on B1; Kansas University’s basketball players who answered 7 to 7:15 a.m. wake-up calls on Game Day last Thursday in Omaha, Neb., will be allowed to sleep much later Friday in Detroit.
Smoking aces: KU drills Evansville in WNIT; By Chuck Woodling; March 25, 2008 in print edition on B1; See you in Michigan, boys. Kansas University’s women’s basketball team has earned a trip to the Wolverine State, too.
Committee revives statewide smoking ban bill: By Scott Rothschild; March 25, 2008 in print edition on A5; A statewide ban on smoking in indoor public places, which appeared dead in recent days, was revived Monday, with many of the pleas on behalf of the bill coming from Lawrence.
Hit-and-run driver sentenced to 90 days in jail: By George Diepenbrock; March 25, 2008 in print edition on A3; A judge Monday ordered a 25-year-old man to serve 90 days in jail followed by two years supervised probation after being convicted in a hit-and-run case.
Fine arts dean search goes back to square 1: By Jonathan Kealing; March 25, 2008 in print edition on A3; The six-month search for a new dean of the School of Fine Arts at Kansas University has run into a hurdle: The candidates who were brought to campus this month aren’t a good fit for the university.
Voters can voice opinions at forum: March 25, 2008 in print edition on A3; Lawrence school district voters can speak out this afternoon during a forum about the April 1 local-option budget election.
Developers to make case for annexation: March 25, 2008 in print edition on A3; Lawrence-Douglas County planning commissioners on Wednesday will hear a request to annex into Lawrence nearly 155 acres near the Lecompton interchange on Interstate 70.
County wants to have 31st Street extension discussion with city leaders: By Mike Belt; March 25, 2008 in print edition on A3; The eastward extension of 31st Street from Haskell Avenue to O’Connell Road should be the subject of a meeting of city and county leaders, Douglas County commissioners say.
Pump patrol: March 25, 2008 in print edition on A3; The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $2.99 at several locations.
City cool to firm’s offer on Farmland: Private company previously wanted to buy site, take over its cleanup; By Chad Lawhorn; March 25, 2008 in print edition on A1; A private company was strongly eyeing the former Farmland Industries site as a new biodiesel and ethanol production center but scrapped the plans after receiving a cool reception from city leaders.
They did the math, and KU wins: By Jonathan Kealing; March 25, 2008 in print edition on A1; If 1+1=2 and 2X3=6, then Kansas will win the NCAA championship this year. No joke.
Ideas on saving money: 10 ways to be frugal in Lawrence; By Chad Lawhorn; March 25, 2008 in print edition on A1; Sure, there are ramen noodles. Yes, there are those funny-looking light bulbs that require a home equity loan to purchase, but energy experts swear they will save you money in the long run. And, of course, there’s a seat waiting for you on the bus.
Lecompton house fire causes no injuries: March 25, 2008 in print edition on A4; Fire ravaged a rural Lecompton home but caused no injuries Monday afternoon.

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