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Would you support spending more money for the T, Lawrence's public transportation system, in 2009?
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Yes.
 
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Lead stories

6:00 a.m.
Actor Blake Robbins engages in a gun battle during a scene shot in Nortonville for the film "Bunker Hill." The Battle of Bunker Hill
By Jon Niccum
March 27, 2008 in print edition on 1C
The town of Bunker Hill resides in Russell County in the central plains of Kansas. As of the 2000 census, the population numbered a modest 101 citizens. But Kansas filmgoers - and with a little luck, national audiences - may soon equate the name Bunker Hill with that of the movie that shares its title and setting.
8:00 a.m.
The Kansas Jayhawks run a weave to start off their first practice Thursday at Ford Field in Detroit. The team faces Villanova at 8:40 tonight in the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. Jayhawks looking for ‘Cats of a different stripe
By Jonathan Kealing
March 28, 2008 in print edition on 1A
In the battle between a bird and a wildcat, the best money goes on the bird. At least, that’s what Marty Birrell, director of the Prairie Park Nature Center, says.
12:00 p.m.
A bicyclist loads his bike onto the front of a T bus at a stop in downtown Lawrence this past December. Bus survey: It’s all about time and money
By Chad Lawhorn
March 28, 2008 in print edition on 1A
Lack of money vs. lack of time. People in the former category use the city’s public transit system, while people in the latter largely don’t. Those were some of the major findings from a pair of surveys gauging interest in the T and the city’s paratransit system.
5:00 p.m.
Veterans, from left, David Bellavia, Tom Parks and Pete Hegseth make a stop Thursday at the Dole Institute of Politics on the Vets For Freedom National Heroes Tour. They and other veterans are traveling across the nation to answer questions and inform the public on what is happening in Iraq and Afghanistan. Veterans on a mission to inform
By Mike Belt
March 28, 2008 in print edition on 3A
The Iraqi army has its first major test in Basra, where it recently launched an offensive against radical Shia militias, a group of veterans visiting Lawrence on Thursday said.
8:44 p.m.
Kansas guard Mario Chalmers pulls up for a shot during pregame Thursday, March 28, 2008 at Ford Field in Detroit. KU back on Final Four’s doorstep, knocks off ‘Nova 72-57
7:48 p.m., March 28, 2008 Updated 10:55 p.m.
DETROIT, Mich. - While the Regional’s other favorite - Wisconsin - struggled, struggled and finally met its doom, Kansas University’s Friday evening at Detroit’s Ford Field couldn’t have been any more the opposite. It was over before it started almost, as Villanova was unable to dictate the tempo like it wanted to early and was run off the stage practically before halftime, as KU advanced to the Elite Eight for the second straight year with a 72-57 win over Villanova. It’s KU’s third trip to the Final Four’s doorstep in five seasons under Bill Self. The Jayhawks will meet 10th-seeded Davidson, who knocked off No. 3 Wisconsin in the night’s first game, 73-56, behind 33 points from sophomore sensation Stephen Curry. Tip-time for that game will be 4:05 p.m. (CDT).

All stories

6News video: Local celebrities put their dancing shoes on for a good cause
March 28, 2008
He may not be the next champion of “Dancing with the Stars” - but Lawrence school superintendent Randy Weseman is willing to give ballroom dancing a whirl.
6News video: Brokaw to give Dole Lecture
March 28, 2008
Well-known TV journalist and renowned author Tom Brokaw will deliver this year’s Dole Lecture on the KU campus.
6Sports video: KU baseball team begins first Big 12 series
March 28, 2008
After a sound win Wednesday night over Benedictine, the Kansas baseball team played host today to it’s first Big 12 series - against number 20 Texas A&M.
6Sports video: KU tennis squad to face Sooners
March 28, 2008
Following a rare week away from the courts, this afternoon, the Kansas tennis team began it’s swing with the Oklahoma schools - starting with the Sooners.
6Sports video: Fans calling for Jayhawk victory over ‘Nova
By DJ Whetter
March 28, 2008
D.J. Whetter caught up with a few fans gathering outside Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan to watch KU play against Villanova in the Sweet 16.
6News video: A closer look at the Jayhawk vs. a Wildcat
By Jonathan Kealing
March 28, 2008
As the Jayhawks battle it out on the court against Villanova, 6News decided it would be interesting to take a look at the mascots involved.
6News video: Two students win award usually reserved for teachers
March 28, 2008
The city typically recognizes a teacher or administrator with the ‘Excellence in Education Award’ - but this year, Mayor Sue Hack decided to pick out two students.
6News video: Day care provider calls incident a ‘misunderstanding’
March 28, 2008
The Lawrence Police Department and Kansas Social and Rehabilitation Services are cooperating on the current investigation of a Lawrence day care.
KU back on Final Four’s doorstep, knocks off ‘Nova 72-57
07:48 p.m., March 28, 2008 Updated 10:55 p.m.
DETROIT, Mich. - While the Regional’s other favorite - Wisconsin - struggled, struggled and finally met its doom, Kansas University’s Friday evening at Detroit’s Ford Field couldn’t have been any more the opposite. It was over before it started almost, as Villanova was unable to dictate the tempo like it wanted to early and was run off the stage practically before halftime, as KU advanced to the Elite Eight for the second straight year with a 72-57 win over Villanova. It’s KU’s third trip to the Final Four’s doorstep in five seasons under Bill Self. The Jayhawks will meet 10th-seeded Davidson, who knocked off No. 3 Wisconsin in the night’s first game, 73-56, behind 33 points from sophomore sensation Stephen Curry. Tip-time for that game will be 4:05 p.m. (CDT).
6News Now: Mayor Hack honors Lawrence students
March 28, 2008
In tonight’s 6News and tomorrow’s Lawrence Journal-World, Lawrence mayer Sue Hack makes a surprise visit to give Excellence in Education awards to two area students.
State to issue bonds to help secure federal bio-security lab
By Scott Rothschild
March 28, 2008
Just two weeks after learning Kansas needed to sweeten the pot to stay in contention for a federal bio-security lab, Gov. Kathleen Sebelius today signed into law legislation that would allow the issuance of $105 million in bonds.
Accident claims life of Bonner Springs High student
March 28, 2008
A fatality accident claimed the life of a Bonner Springs High School student late this morning at the intersection of Kansas Highway 32 and the exit for northbound Kansas Highway 7.
Inked Jayhawks discuss their body art
By Ryan Greene
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B7
Of all the comparisons between the NCAA Tournament runs KU made in 1988 and now in 2008, one of the major differences is also maybe the most visible. It’s the tattoos.
‘Nova yardstick for Robinson
By Tom Keegan
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B6
It would be difficult to find two situations much more different from Russell Robinson as a freshman at Kansas University and Russell Robinson as a senior.
Kansas women’s track on rise
By Jason Elmquist
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B3
Maybe it’s the Memorial Stadium magic behind such a record-setting season. Whatever it may be, the Kansas University women’s track and field program has staked its claim within the collegiate sports community this year.
Cowgirls making huge turnaround
By Murray Evans - Associated Press Writer
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B5
Oklahoma State guard Taylor Hardeman has tried to forget about her freshman season. Shaunte Smith isn’t much for recalling specifics from that time, either.
City, KU review 2 bus proposals
By Chad Lawhorn
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A9
City and Kansas University leaders are reviewing two proposals from bus companies interested in operating both the city and university’s bus systems.
Puerto Rico governor, 12 others are charged with campaign crimes
By Manuel Ernesto Rivera - Associated Press Writer
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A8
Puerto Rico Gov. Anibal Acevedo Vila indignantly denied wrongdoing Thursday and gave no sign he would abandon his re-election effort after being charged with campaign finance violations that carry a penalty of 20 years in prison.
American, Delta cancel more flights
By David Koenig Associated Press Writer
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A7
American Airlines and Delta Air Lines canceled hundreds more flights Thursday as they continued inspections of wiring bundles on some of their planes.
On the record
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A4
Lawrence police recovered a stolen Ford Edge valued at $28,000 Monday.
Grateful student
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A10
To the editor: I was delighted to see the story and picture about Schwegler School and Miss Norwood on the Journal-World Web site! It was amazing to find out that Schwegler School has been around 50 years, which of course made me feel quite old.
Insuring houses may cut taxes
By David W. Myers
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B11
Q: You recently wrote that, for the first time ever, some homeowners who pay for private mortgage insurance will be allowed to deduct their costs on their tax return?
Royals fall to Rangers
Associated Press
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B8
Hank Blalock and Milton Bradley hit back-to-back homers, and the Texas Rangers beat the Kansas City Royals, 8-5, on Thursday.
Free State grad earns prestigious scholarship
By Jonathan Kealing
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A3
A Lawrence native and University of Pittsburgh student is a recipient of one of the prestigious Harry S. Truman Scholarships.
Image could have historic value
By Ula Ilnytzky - Associated Press Writer
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A2
Sotheby’s auction house is selling a primitive photograph that could be a much earlier work than originally believed. If so, Sotheby’s says, it would be one of the most important discoveries in the history of photography.
Gates orders full inventory of US nuclear weapons
By Lolita C. Baldor - Associated Press Writer
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A2
Defense Secretary Robert Gates has ordered a full inventory of all nuclear weapons and related materials after the mistaken delivery of ballistic missile fuses to Taiwan, the Pentagon said Thursday.
Missile launches may be part of training
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A2
South Korea says North Korea’s latest missile launches appear to have been part of routine training.
Standoff on major bridge ends peacefully
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A2
A driver stopped his car on a major Philadelphia-area bridge on Thursday, blocking traffic as he pulled police into a standoff during the evening rush hour.
Charity will reap ‘Apprentice’ largesse
By Kevin McDonough
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B10
If you’re like me, you stopped watching “Celebrity Apprentice” (8 p.m., NBC) when “Lost” returned. The choice between one of the best dramas ever broadcast and yet another incarnation of a tired franchise was not difficult.
French recording may predate Edison’s oldest
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A2
At first listen, the grainy high-pitched warble doesn’t sound like much, but scientists say the French recording from 1860 is the oldest known recorded human voice.
Economy nearly at standstill as ‘07 ended
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A2
The economy nearly sputtered out at the end of the year and probably is faring even worse now amid continuing housing, credit and financial woes.
Target lowered for zero-emission vehicles
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A2
California air regulators on Thursday gutted rules seeking to place tens of thousands of zero-emission vehicles on the road, instead ordering automakers to produce a fleet of cleaner-burning hybrids.
Pump patrol
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A3
The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $3.08 at 602 W. Ninth St.
Nearly 300 Davidson students taking free trip to Detroit for regionals
Associated Press
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B5
It’s a free-for-all at Davidson College. Thanks to the deep pockets of the school’s Board of Trustees, nearly 300 students will travel to Detroit to watch their beloved men’s basketball team continue its surprising run in the NCAA Tournament tonight.
Texas’ Abrams right on target
By Jim Vertuno - Associated Press Sports Writer
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B5
If A.J. Abrams were an old-time gunfighter, he’d probably be known as the fastest draw in the West. Seeing as he’s really a guard playing for Texas in the NCAA Tournament, how about fastest in the South regional?
Action delayed in Morrison investigation
Johnson County Commission undecided on whether to cut off funding
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A3
A majority complained about District Attorney Phill Kline, but Johnson County commissioners couldn’t decide Thursday whether to cut off funding for two special prosecutors he appointed to investigate former Attorney General Paul Morrison.
Acclaimed Australian scientist to speak
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A5
Tim Flannery, an internationally acclaimed scientist and author of “The Weather Makers: How We Are Changing the Climate and What It Means for Life on Earth,” will speak April 7 at Kansas University.
Proposal for riverfront development OK’d
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A5
A proposal to set up a riverfront authority to promote development in De Soto is sailing through the Legislature.
Deadline for help with heating bills is Monday
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A5
The deadline for the Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services to receive applications for the Low Income Energy Assistance Program is Monday.
Resident encouraged by visit to Capitol
By Linda Hanney
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A5
Admittedly, I am not a Kansas political junkie. News media and occasional casual conversations are the extent of my participation in the legislative process. I decided perhaps it was time to learn my way around, so I accepted the challenge to take a day off to watch and listen.
Immigration bill OK’d after rewriting
By Carl Manning - Associated Press Writer
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A5
The House gave first-round approval to a bill dealing with illegal immigration after rewriting it to the point that its chief supporter disowned it.
Al-Maliki vows fight ‘to the end’
By Leila Fadel - McClatchy Newspapers
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A8
As gun battles raged in the southern port city of Basra, parts of Baghdad and neighboring provinces, Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki in effect declared war on Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr’s Mahdi Army, saying he’d fight the militia “to the end” and never negotiate.
Crisis pushes leader to critical moment
By Hamza Hendawi and Qassim Abdul-Zahra - Associated Press Writers
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A8
The widening clashes between Iraqi forces and Shiite militiamen mean more than a showdown on the streets: it could be a defining moment for U.S.-backed Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki.
‘It’s all lies,’ monks shout during media tour in Tibet
By Charles Hutzler - Associated Press Writer
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A7
The stage-managed tour of Tibet’s holiest temple was going according to the government script. Suddenly, 30 young Buddhist monks pushed their way in, slammed the door, and began shouting and crying to the foreign reporters that there is no freedom in the riot-torn region.
University women recognized for achievements
By Erin Castaneda
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A4
As Kathleen McCluskey-Fawcett, who has served at the dean and senior vice provost levels at Kansas University for nearly 20 years, received a surprise award at an annual university women’s recognition program Thursday, she was moved by the intergenerational nature of the ceremony.
KU grad programs climb in rankings
By Jonathan Kealing
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A4
Twenty-nine Kansas University graduate programs are ranked in the top 30 nationally and seven of those made major leaps this year to join the top 30 or climb even higher, according to rankings to be released by U.S. News and World Report this morning.
Annexation advances
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A4
Lawrence-Douglas County planning commissioners agreed to recommend an annexation northwest of Lawrence - after deliberating into the early-morning hours on Thursday.
Kansans with disabilities rally at state Capitol
By Scott Rothschild
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A4
As lawmakers start state budget negotiations, several hundred Kansans with disabilities rallied Thursday at the Capitol for expanded services.
Friday’s revolving door keeps turning
By Kevin McDonough
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B10
Every week seems to bring fresh evidence that Friday nights have become a graveyard for network shows and a fertile ground for cable series with faithful audiences.
People in the news
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B10
¢ LA Times apologizes for Tupac Shakur story ¢ Chicago radio pioneer Wally Phillips dies ¢ Rapper T.I. pleads guilty to weapons charges ¢ Oscar-winning writer Abby Mann dies at 80 ¢ Rocker Patti Smith gets solo art show
Horoscopes
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B10
Let your imagination flow this year. You often suppress your wild thoughts. You might discover through sharing these thoughts that they might be more effective than you originally had realized.
McCain, Romney join forces
By Liz Sidoti - Associated Press Writer
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A6
In a show of Republican unity, one-time bitter foes John McCain and Mitt Romney raised money and campaigned together Thursday for a single goal: getting McCain elected president.
Obama, Clinton offer plans to strengthen US economy
By Devlin Barrett and Beth Fouhy - Associated Press Writers
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A6
It’s 3 a.m. and the phone is ringing. But this time, it’s not a national security emergency, it’s the Treasury Secretary. The two Democratic presidential contenders argue that they, not Republican John McCain, can answer the call about an economy on the fiscal brink.
Obama suggests he would have left church
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A6
White House hopeful Barack Obama suggests he would have left his Chicago church had his longtime pastor, whose fiery anti-American comments about U.S. foreign policy and race relations threatened Obama’s campaign, not stepped down.
Ultimate fighting appealing to young children
By Marcus Kabel - Associated Press Writer
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A12
Ultimate fighting was once the sole domain of burly men who beat each other bloody in anything-goes brawls on pay-per-view TV. But the sport often derided as “human cockfighting” is branching out.
Study: Electric jolts can improve sense of smell
By Jeremy Manier - Chicago Tribune
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A12
The little electrical shocks that Wen Li gives subjects at her Northwestern University neuroscience lab feel less painful than a bad jolt of static electricity, and more like the mild snap of a rubber band on skin.
A fair wage
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A10
To the editor: When I served on the Lawrence school board (2003-07), our dedication to improving staff salaries was evident.
LOB support
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A10
To the editor: I know that I am joined by many community members and leaders, parents, students and senior citizens in asking Lawrence citizens to please support education in our community by voting yes for a 1 percent increase to the school local option budget in the election on April 1.
It adds up
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A10
To the editor: This is about taxes, not teachers. The school board is paying about $45,000 for the April ballot asking for a tax increase for teachers’ salaries.
Will age tip voters against McCain?
By Ellen Goodman
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A10
It was probably not wise for the 64-year-old Brit Hume to describe the 71-year-old John McCain as having a “senior moment.” A blip would have been better. Or a gaffe. Or even a dent in the candidate’s “experience” armor.
Beijing
Will the International Olympic Committee have the courage to do what is called for in China’s hosting of the Games?
J-W Editorials
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A10
The International Olympic Committee is not noted for its awareness of problems and its courage and ability to deal with them.
Inmates in planned project to help transcribe in Braille
Associated Press
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B12
A Wichita company is hoping inmates at the Hutchinson Correctional Facility can take part in a pilot program that aims to help fill a growing need for Braille transcribers.
City gears for soccer contest
By Mark Fagan
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B11
The Kansas Jayhawks may be playing for a shot at the Final Four, but some heated competition closer to home will be expected to fill hotel rooms, boost restaurant orders and otherwise kick up spending during the coming weekend.
Commodities
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B11
Agriculture futures traded mixed Thursday on the Chicago Board of Trade.
Leadership Kansas selects three from city
J-W Staff Reports
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B11
Three Lawrence residents are among 41 people chosen to be members of the 2008 class for Leadership Kansas.
Freedom born of sacrifice
By Cal Thomas
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A11
Following Sept. 11, 2001, a day of infamy on which nearly 3,000 died at the hands of terrorists, The New York Times began publishing the names and pictures of the dead. I made a deliberate effort to look at those pictures and to read the names and hometowns of each victim. I wanted to identify with them as much as possible.
Economy spurs upheaval
By Garrison Keillor
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A11
Here we are, ignorant peasants in our mud huts at the base of the volcano of finance, begging the gods to spare us as the ground shakes beneath our feet and economists examine the entrails of pigeons and the shamans of the Federal Reserve fling handfuls of sacred powder into the steaming crater.
‘Stop-Loss’ a definitive look at Iraq war struggle
By Carrie Rickey - The Philadelphia Inquirer
March 28, 2008 in print edition on C1
It’s been nearly a decade since Kimberly Peirce made the Oscar-winning “Boys Don’t Cry.” Her newest film, which she co-wrote and directed, might well carry the same title. It is about boys, fierce and fervent, who have enlisted to fight in Iraq. They don’t cry.
Seven ways to cope with unusual work schedules
March 28, 2008 in print edition on C1
Sleep experts suggest various ways to cope with unusual work and sleep schedules, according to the Los Angeles Times.
Net Worth: Web teeming with wacky ways to quiz oneself
By Jon Niccum
March 28, 2008 in print edition on C1
Back in high school, the word “pop quiz” could strike fear into any but the most geeky brainiac. Nowadays, people are embracing the concept, thanks to the copious opportunities to quiz oneself on the Internet.
News of the Weird
By Chuck Shepherd
March 28, 2008 in print edition on C2
Dakota Abbott, 16, edged Samantha Phillips, 17, to become Miss Outdoors 2008 in February in Maryland’s Eastern Shore region’s annual beauty-contest-and-muskrat-skinning festival.
String of unsolved assaults may involve serial rapist
By Mike Belt
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A1
Nearly a week after a woman was sexually assaulted at her home, Lawrence police will say little about their investigation into what may be the work of a serial rapist.
Bus survey: It’s all about time and money
By Chad Lawhorn
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A1
Lack of money vs. lack of time. People in the former category use the city’s public transit system, while people in the latter largely don’t. Those were some of the major findings from a pair of surveys gauging interest in the T and the city’s paratransit system.
Veterans on a mission to inform
By Mike Belt
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A3
The Iraqi army has its first major test in Basra, where it recently launched an offensive against radical Shia militias, a group of veterans visiting Lawrence on Thursday said.
Lawrence man pleads guilty in assault case
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A3
A Lawrence man pleaded guilty Thursday to two charges stemming from a sexual assault last December. Benjamin A. Meeks, 21, entered the pleas to aggravated battery and aggravated sexual battery, under a plea agreement reached with the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office.
Abuse report spurs day-care shutdown
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A3
State regulators ordered a Lawrence day-care shut down Thursday, after a preliminary investigation by SRS alleged that a 1-year-old child received burns to his legs, ankles and buttocks while at the home.
Spartans put end to KU women’s season
By Tom Keegan
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B1
Snow was falling Thursday night outside the Breslin Center, but layups weren’t falling inside for the Kansas University women’s basketball team.
Gary Bedore’s KU basketball notebook
By Gary Bedore
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B7
As a reward for being the top-seeded team in the Midwest Regional’s Sweet 16, Kansas University’s basketball players have been awarded the Detroit Lions’ locker room.
Jury’s out on Ford Field configuration
By Ryan Wood
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B1
Bill Self walked over by Kansas University’s bench at the beginning of Thursday’s open practice at Ford Field. One look at the unorthodox setup, and KU’s head basketball coach was taken aback.
Jayhawks looking for ‘Cats of a different stripe
Results with feline foes have been mixed
By Jonathan Kealing
March 28, 2008 in print edition on A1
In the battle between a bird and a wildcat, the best money goes on the bird. At least, that’s what Marty Birrell, director of the Prairie Park Nature Center, says.
Ready to roll
Fatherhood inspires Jayhawks’ Collins
By Gary Bedore
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B1
Sherron Collins looked like a guy who’d just hit a game-winning shot with no time left on the clock. He was flashing what his uncle, Walt, calls a “movie star smile” Thursday in the Detroit Lions’ Ford Field locker room, beaming with pride not over his accomplishments, but those of a close loved one.
Mayer: KU coach Self due - but not overdue - to win it all
By Bill Mayer
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B7
If Bill Self doesn’t win a national title in his fifth year on the job here, as Larry Brown did in 1988, don’t consider him an underachiever. Lots of college basketball’s greatest coaches have had much longer waits, including three illustrious tutors with Kansas roots.
Last trip north benefited Wildcats’ Pena
By Ryan Wood
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B7
Antonio Pena is pretty close to Canada now. Just across the Detroit River south of downtown, the Ontario city of Windsor thrives.
Commentary: WVU’s Huggins makes no apologies
By Scott Bordow - East Valley Tribune (Mesa, Ariz.)
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B2
Bob Huggins never will be the good guy. There is too much baggage in his past. Too many black marks. Too many stories saying he’s a renegade coach who runs a renegade program, and college basketball doesn’t need his kind.
OU’s Capel rewarded
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B2
University of Oklahoma men’s basketball coach Jeff Capel appears to have reached agreement with the school on a raise and a contract extension.
Standout lineman dies
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B2
Heath Benedict, a two-time Little All-American offensive lineman from Newberry College in South Carolina, was found dead on a couch in his home.
Olivo suspension reduced
Royals await word on Guillen’s status
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B2
The suspension of Kansas City Royals catcher Miguel Olivo was reduced from five to four games Thursday. The team was awaiting word from the commissioner’s office on whether outfielder Jose Guillen’s 15-day suspension will be eliminated.
LHS swimming routs SM South
By Jason Elmquist
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B3
The Lawrence High girls swimming and diving team dominated its dual against Shawnee Mission South on Thursday at Carl Knox Natatorium.
Lions blank Indians
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B3
Lawrence High’s baseball team earned its first victory of the spring season Thursday with a 7-0 shutout of Shawnee Mission North.
Chieftains down Braves
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B3
The Tonganoxie High baseball team defeated Bonner Springs, 2-1, in its first game of the season.
Haskell takes two
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B3
Haskell Indian Nations University’s softball team swept a pair of games against Southwestern (5-1, 4-0) on Thursday.
Eudora sweeps Gardner
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B3
Eudora High’s softball team (2-0) won its first two games of the season Thursday, defeating Gardner-Edgerton, 9-5, and 5-4, at Eudora High.
Sweet 16 capsules
By Mike Huguenin, Bob McClellan and Andrew Skwara, Rivals.com
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B4
South and Midwest regional
Heels strong again
By AARON BEARD - AP Sports Writer
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B4
Roy Williams has never stopped pushing his North Carolina team to play better defense, not even as it piled up lopsided wins and crowd-pleasing offensive displays that few teams can match. The Tar Heels gave their Hall of Fame coach what he’s been asking for in the East Regional semifinal against Washington State - and it has them a game away from the Final Four again.
Pitino in familiar spot
By MIKE CRANSTON - AP Sports Writer
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B4
Tennessee’s Wayne Chism tried to pick up the loose ball, only to be quickly outnumbered. Louisville’s Earl Clark and Preston Knowles both dove to the floor, and the ball deflected off Chism out of bounds. It was what Rick Pitino loves: down and dirty defense, floor burns and hustle, and it’s left the Cardinals’ coach a victory away from a sixth trip to the Final Four.
Bruins hold on against WKU
By ANDREW BAGNATO - AP Sports Writer
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B4
Nothing comes easily for UCLA these days. With Kevin Love scoring a career-high 29 points, the Bruins nearly frittered away a 21-point halftime lead and hung on to defeat Western Kentucky 88-78 in the NCAA West Regional on Thursday night.
Coach G pumps new life into Texas’ women’s basketball program
Associated Press
March 28, 2008 in print edition on B5
Texas got what it paid for when it hired coach Gail Goestenkors: a return to the NCAA Tournament and new life injected into a stagnant program.
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