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This fall scene was captured by Meryl Carver-Allmond in mid-October in Meramec Spring Park, Mo

David Petr, 12, a student at Central Junior High School, makes a call home on his cell phone after school

A choir rehearsal had a song where all the children raised their hands while singing

Residents search for valuables Sunday through the rubble of their houses destroyed by Hurricane Paloma in Santa Cruz del Sur, Cuba

New York School student Michael Reffner sits in his classroom as his teacher, Jim Rome, conducts class. Rome helped Michael get through a difficult transition after his family moved to Lawrence, and the boy is now making straight As

One of Russia's Shchuka class nuclear submarines is moored at a harbor on the Pacific peninsula of Kamchatka, Russia, in this 2007 file photo

Apparel with leggings was featured during Toronto's Fashion Week last month

Cuts of meat are displayed at Hy-Vee Food & Drug Store, 3504 Clinton Parkway

Dave Nigro, meat service manager at Hy-Vee Food & Drug Store, 3504 Clinton Parkway, inspects the department's cuts of meats

San Diego Chargers safety Clinton Hart had a rough final few minutes against the Kansas City Chiefs. He was flagged for pass interference against Tony Gonzalez, setting up a touchdown past Hart to Gonzalez

Cranberry-mandarin orange upside-down gingerbread

Nina Kirk, 10, left, and Sasha Kirk, 8, hang out on the set of a movie starring their mother, Laura Kirk. Laura Kirk often takes her children to filming sessions

Laura Kirk, a native of Lecompton, stops for a photo during a movie shoot in downtown Lawrence. Kirk has found a way to allow her to both pursue her acting career and take care of her two children

Emma, 5, left, Maya, 2, and Alec McCreary, 6, with their puppy, Miss McGee, get ready for bed by putting on their pajamas. They are the children of Bryce and Julie McCreary, Lawrence, who submitted the picture

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6:00 a.m.

KU event examines magic of monsters: By Lindsey Slater; November 10, 2008 in print edition on 3A; Godzilla has been stomping around destroying cities since the 1950s and his popularity is just one sign that people love monsters. But why? “Monsters are universal,” said Bill Tsutsui, the associate dean for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Kansas University. “Every culture has them and while we’re afraid of them and scream and hide our heads under the blankets, we also keep coming back around and watching them.”

Video: KU event examines magic of monsters

10:00 a.m.

Tunnel upgrades at KU move full steam ahead: By Andy Hyland; November 10, 2008 in print edition on 1A; Sitting atop Kansas University’s priorities for repair and upgrades was a part of campus few outsiders ever see. Beneath the campus, a network of tunnels carries steam from KU’s central power plant to its about 50 buildings, along with the computer and voice cables that allow people on campus to connect with one another and the outside world.

Video: KU steam tunnels undergoing renovations

6:00 p.m.

Not the same name: Parents opting for unusual monikers for their kids: By Sophia Maines; November 10, 2008; When choosing what to name their children, Maggie Beedles and husband Chris Feaster went by the books. They drew from family tradition, Greek mythology, classical music and Midwestern geography.

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KU womens basketball team tops Washburn: By Andrew Baker; November 10, 2008; The Kansas women’s basketball team achieved a 2-0 record after their exhibition win against the Washburn Lady Blues.
Volleyball players receive conference honors: By Andrew Baker; November 10, 2008; Two members of the Kansas volleyball team have been awarded Big 12 honors.
Lawrence woman files suit against Chiefs’ Larry Johnson: The Associated Press; 08:20 p.m., November 10, 2008 Updated 09:21 p.m. in print edition on B3; A Lawrence woman filed a lawsuit Monday against Chiefs running back Larry Johnson a month after claiming he spit a drink in her face at a bar and threatened to kill her and her boyfriend.
Contractor to work overnight to complete parking lot at new Wal-Mart: By Mark Fagan; November 10, 2008 in print edition on B7; Construction at the site of a new Wal-Mart Supercenter in northwest Lawrence soon could be going around the clock.
New study by environmental group questions viability of coal-burning plants: By Scott Rothschild; November 10, 2008 in print edition on B7; President-elect Barack Obama’s stated goal of cutting climate changing carbon-dioxide emissions is just another reason that a proposal to build two 700-megawatt coal-burning power plants in southwest Kansas makes no sense, a group of environmentalists said Monday.
City to remind residents about clearing snow from sidewalks: Commissioners may eliminate $20 fine; By Chad Lawhorn; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A1; They say you can catch more flies with honey than vinegar. But who knows whether either will get people to shovel snow from their sidewalks.
Local barbecue restaurant plans benefit for LMH nurse: By Karrey Britt; November 10, 2008; The owners of Vermont Street BBQ are having a benefit for a Lawrence Memorial Hospital nurse who is fighting brain cancer.
Marines celebrate birthday: By Mike Belt; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A3; The U.S. Marine Corps can trace its belief in values such as courage, honor and commitment to the writers of the nation’s Constitution, according to a retired Marine major general.
City, county review design for 31st Street extension: By George Diepenbrock; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A4; Several city and county commissioners voiced support Monday for a new design of the proposed extension of 31st Street east into the county.
City commission to hear request for campsite for homeless people: By Chad Lawhorn; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A5; City commissioners are being asked to consider designating an area in the city as campsite that could be used by people who are homeless.
County commissioners agree to count 1,665 provisional ballots: By George Diepenbrock; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A3; Douglas County commissioners on Monday morning agreed to count 1,665 provisional ballots that were cast in last week’s general election.
Jury clears county workers in case heard in U.S. District Court: By Jesse Fray; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A4; A federal jury has cleared multiple Douglas County officials who were accused of violating a Eudora man’s constitutional rights, court records released Monday morning said.
Seven people report being robbed at gunpoint early Monday morning: By Jesse Fray; 11:21 a.m., November 10, 2008 Updated 01:01 p.m.; Seven people were robbed at gunpoint Monday morning at a residence in the 2400 block of Alabama Street, Lawrence police said.
KU hoops target Snaer to decide Wednesday: By Gary Bedore; November 10, 2008 in print edition on B1; Blue-chip basketball recruit Michael Snaer, who last week said he’d wait until the spring to pick a college, has had a change of heart. Rivals.com’s No. 11-rated prospect said Sunday he’ll choose between Kansas University, Florida State and Marquette at a yet-to-be-determined time Wednesday at Rancho Verde High in Moreno Valley, Calif. “I want to get it out of the way. I think it’s that time,” Snaer said of finalizing his college choice.
Obama to use executive orders for immediate impact: By Stephen Ohlemacher - Associated Press Writer; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A2; President-elect Obama plans to use his executive powers to make an immediate impact when he takes office, perhaps reversing Bush administration policies on stem cell research and domestic drilling for oil and natural gas.
Fat for thought: Leanest cuts of meats not always best for cooking: By Sarah Henning; November 10, 2008; Not all meats are created equal when it comes to a world with endless recipes for sloppy joes, meat loaf and hamburgers. How much fat do you want in that meat?
Doctors fight cholera outbreak at camp: November 10, 2008 in print edition on A2; Doctors struggled Sunday to contain an outbreak of cholera in a sprawling refugee camp near Congo’s eastern provincial capital of Goma, as renewed fighting ignited fears that patients could scatter and launch an epidemic.
Helping hands: Parents stay connected as kids move on to junior high school: By Susie Fagan; November 10, 2008; The transition to junior high school can be uncertain and awkward - for kids and their parents.
Not the same name: Parents opting for unusual monikers for their kids: By Sophia Maines; November 10, 2008; When choosing what to name their children, Maggie Beedles and husband Chris Feaster went by the books. They drew from family tradition, Greek mythology, classical music and Midwestern geography.
Save some dough, keep warm from cold: By Linda Cottin; November 10, 2008; Save money and energy by replacing your outdated thermostat with a new programmable thermostat.
Home for the holidays: November 10, 2008; “Home and Away” host Lori Carson this week visits House Parts, a new store on Massachusetts Street specializing in distinctive adornments for the home.
Murder trial scheduled for ‘Sopranos’ actor: November 10, 2008; The murder trial of “Sopranos” actor Lillo Brancato Jr. is scheduled to begin just days after his co-defendant is sentenced.
Task force watches for elder fraud: Associated Press; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A5; Officials here estimate that as many as 3,500 elderly Sedgwick County residents are robbed every year by scam artists, family “caregivers” or other thieves.
Headphones can harm heart devices: By Marilynn Marchione - Associated Press Writer; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A10; Have a pacemaker or an implanted defibrillator? Don’t keep your iPod earbuds in your shirt pocket or draped around your neck - even when they’re disconnected. A study finds that some headphones can interfere with heart devices if held very close to them.
US: 6.5-magnitude quake hits NW China: November 10, 2008 in print edition on A2; A strong magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck remote northwestern China today, the U.S. Geological Survey said. There were no immediate reports of casualties.
Texas, Florida, OU lurking in BCS: Associated Press; November 10, 2008 in print edition on B3; Alabama and Texas Tech and their perfect records were on top of the BCS standings Sunday. Texas, Florida and Oklahoma, all with one loss, are lurking and ready to take advantage if the front-runners fall.
Obama’s book sales surge: November 10, 2008 in print edition on A9; Barack Obama is the hottest name in publishing.
NBA Roundup: Associated Press; November 10, 2008 in print edition on B2; Scores from around the league.
Wider use of cholesterol drug could save lives, study finds: By Marilynn Marchione - Associated Press Writer; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A2; People with low cholesterol and no big risk for heart disease had dramatically lower rates of heart attacks, death and stroke if they took the cholesterol pill Crestor, a large study found.
‘Bama, Tech pull away: Associated Press; November 10, 2008 in print edition on B3; Penn State slipped to the back of the one-loss pack Sunday in the Associated Press college football poll, while No. 1 Alabama and No. 2 Texas Tech strengthened their hold on the top spots.
Abducted reporter describes ordeal: November 10, 2008 in print edition on B10; Mellissa Fung says captors kept her blindfolded for four weeks in an underground cave so low the Canadian journalist could barely stand. Chains bound her hands and feet during her last week as a prisoner.
Protests sweep state on post-Prop 8 Sunday: November 10, 2008 in print edition on A2; On the first Sunday after a gay marriage ban passed in California, activists rallied in defiance, including hundreds of protesters outside an Orange County megachurch whose pastor brought Barack Obama and John McCain together last summer for a “faith forum.”
Families like city’s softer playground surfaces: By George Diepenbrock; November 10, 2008; Jamie Archibold, 11, has a twofold reason for being a fan of the new rubber mulch on the playground at Clinton Park, 901 W. Fifth St.
Tackling paradise: Fred Roll sets sights for Tonga as rugby conditioning coach: By Eileen Roddy; November 10, 2008; After tackling workouts for American professional athletes, Fred Roll is off to the Pacific island nation of Tonga to help with a newfound love - rugby.
‘Madagascar’ roars with $63.5 million weekend: November 10, 2008; Families herded into movie theaters for another trek with stranded zoo animals as the animated sequel “Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa” led the weekend with a $63.5 million debut, according to studio estimates Sunday.
Fall rugs put style underfoot: The Associated Press; November 10, 2008; Exciting things are afoot in the world of rugs: Wools and silks are sheared, sculpted, shagged and shaped into virtual works of art, crafted in luxurious textures and rich hues.
$586 billion stimulus package announced: November 10, 2008 in print edition on B10; China unveiled a $586 billion stimulus package Sunday in its biggest move to inoculate the world’s fourth-largest economy against the global financial crisis.
Obama win sparks push to end racism: November 10, 2008 in print edition on B10; Inspired by Barack Obama, the French first lady and other leading figures say it’s high time for France to stamp out racism and shake up a white political and social elite that smacks of colonial times.
Bush’s Middle East efforts to finish with little progress: By Dion Nissenbaum - McClatchy Newspapers; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A10; Outgoing U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice is wrapping up the Bush administration’s yearlong attempt to broker Israeli-Palestinian peace with little to show for her investment.
GOP governors set example for party: By David Broder; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A7; After the celebrations of the success of Barack Obama, Joe Biden and the congressional Democrats, it is time to tip the hat to some other people - with names such as John Hoeven, Jon Huntsman, Jim Douglas and Mitch Daniels. They are Republicans re-elected Tuesday as governors of North Dakota, Utah, Vermont and Indiana.
Johnson closes in on third title: Sprint Cup points leader wins race in Phoenix; November 10, 2008 in print edition on B2; They popped the champagne in Victory Lane and celebrated as if Jimmie Johnson just won another championship. Almost. But not quite there.
Election boosts faith in US democracy: By Trudy Rubin; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A7; Standing in line for 80 minutes at a Philadelphia polling place last week (the first time in 24 years I’d seen such a line), I got a lesson in renewed American civic engagement. Students chatted about casting their first vote. Volunteers answered queries about registration, offered texts of ballot questions, and provided folding chairs for the weary.
Nothing hurts a parent more than tears of a child: By Meghan Bahn; November 10, 2008; I was trying to scooch the silver wrapper out of the way so I could get another bite of my hot dog when I looked up, just in time to see the batter knock a high foul ball into the stands. As it hovered in the air, I knew it was headed right for me. To be honest, I pretty much always “know” that foul balls are heading right for me. They hardly ever are. In fact, they usually don’t end up anywhere near me. But this time it actually did.
How to tackle a tattletale: J-W Staff and Wire Reports; November 10, 2008; Problem: You daughter is a tattletale. She’ll stop mid-play and run over to tell you, “She took my car!” Your first instinct is to say, “Sweetie, don’t tattle. Just ask her to give it back.”
Kansas unusually porous vs. run: By Dugan Arnett; November 10, 2008 in print edition on B1; While its defensive line has struggled to apply pressure and its secondary has been almost completely overhauled and its pass defense has learned just how valuable Aqib Talib and James McClinton were, the Kansas University football team always could fall back on its proven ability to stop the run.
America’s writers welcome a literary president-elect: By Hillel Italie - Associated Press Writer; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A9; Last winter, Nobel laureate Toni Morrison received a phone call from Sen. Barack Obama, then the underdog to Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination.
Cutting coupons to cut costs: By Sophia Maines; November 10, 2008; As the economy sags, Lawrence couple Heather Garcia and Colin Van Overschelde feel the strain on their finances.
Old Home Town - 25 years ago: November 10, 2008 in print edition on A7; The chief designer of Sizeler Realty Co.’s rejected plan for downtown said he was still proud of the design and still would not recommend building on the site chosen by the city’s new developer. Mayor David Longhurst said he hoped the city could work out a contract within 30 days with Town Center Venture Corp., the Lawrence firm named developer of record by the City Commission.
NFL Roundup: Collins keeps Titans unbeaten: Associated Press; November 10, 2008 in print edition on B4; Kerry Collins threw for 289 yards and two touchdowns, and the Tennessee Titans beat the Chicago Bears, 21-14, Sunday to remain undefeated despite rushing for just 20 yards.
Two questionable for NU: November 10, 2008 in print edition on B2; Nebraska coach Bo Pelini says offensive lineman Lydon Murtha and linebacker Phillip Dillard are questionable for this week’s game at Kansas State.
‘Actors Studio’ marks its 200th episode: By Kevin McDonough; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A9; It seems like only yesterday that Bravo was all but defined by “Inside the Actors Studio” (7 p.m., Bravo) and TV comedy was all but dominated by Dave Chappelle. Both return on the 200th episode of “Actors” when Chappelle acts as host and interviews James Lipton about his show and its 14 seasons.
Mizzou wins Big 12 crown: November 10, 2008 in print edition on B2; Mo Redmond scored in the sixth minute, and Missouri made it stand up in a 1-0 victory over Colorado that gave the Tigers their first Big 12 soccer championship.
Vikings PR Gordon injured: November 10, 2008 in print edition on B2; Minnesota Vikings cornerback and former Kansas University player Charles Gordon was carted off the field in the second quarter against Green Bay after a gruesome ankle injury that occurred on a punt return.
Redefining failure; it’s not losing, it’s learning: By Dan Zak - The Washington Post; November 10, 2008; Less than a week after the presidential election, many Americans will feel like losers. Some will have invested a heaping helping of hope into John McCain or Barack Obama, only to face four years under the opponent. There will be tears, denial, anger.
Hurricane Paloma slams Cuban coast before weakening: By Anne-Marie Garcia - Associated Press Writer; November 10, 2008 in print edition on B10; Hurricane Paloma leveled hundreds of homes along Cuba’s southern coast before rapidly losing power over land Sunday, weakening from a dangerous Category 4 storm to a tropical depression in less than a day.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago: November 10, 2008 in print edition on A7; From the Lawrence Daily World for Nov. 10, 1908: “In a chapel talk today, Prof. J.E. Boodin urged the building of university dormitories for both the boys and girls at the school. He said it would greatly better the life among the students and that the legislature should be asked for funds to build them.”
Budget shortfall brings blame, fear: By Scott Rothschild; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A1; Same song, umpteenth verse. In good economic times, Kansas elected officials increase spending, cut taxes and win elections. In bad economic times, they wonder what happened. Gov. Kathleen Sebelius and state lawmakers face another round of bad economic times.
Cranberry-Mandarin Orange Upside-Down Gingerbread: The Associated Press; November 10, 2008; During the holidays it’s nice to have baked goods on hand for guests. Even nicer would be finding time to make them.
Sophomore center keys KU women’s victory: By Chuck Woodling; November 10, 2008 in print edition on B1; When Krysten Boogaard is good on a basketball court, she is very, very good. But when she is bad, she is : Well, Kansas University’s 6-foot-5 sophomore center isn’t ever horrid, but she definitely has some bad days.Both phases of Boogaard’s up-and-down game were on display Sunday afternoon when the Jayhawks toppled Washburn, 67-51, in an exhibition game in Allen Fieldhouse.
Snow warning: Snowy sidewalks are a problem, but tougher ordinances won’t do any good if they can’t be enforced.; J-W Editorials; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A7; Before the first snow flies this winter, the Lawrence City Commission will take another stab at formulating an ordinance that will at least encourage residents to keep the sidewalks on their property free of ice and snow.On the agenda for Tuesday’s meeting, the city staff is offering several proposals to revise the city’s current ordinance, which has proven ineffective and difficult to enforce.
‘Akeelah’ star Keke Palmer’s new role: style maven: November 10, 2008; Teen actress Keke Palmer can add fashionista to her repertoire.
Transportation funding idles outside city: State leaders work to find options to fund comprehensive program; By Mark Fagan; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A3; Just because Lawrence voters resoundingly found a way to finance major road projects, pavement repairs and transit operations during the next 10 years doesn’t mean all questions about financing are resolved. The approval of new sales taxes in Lawrence to pay for such projects and services is only the beginning, officials concede, because larger financing programs remain very much unresolved at higher levels of government.
Census of the ocean finds new wonders: Associated Press; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A1; A city of brittle stars off the coast of New Zealand, an Antarctic expressway where octopuses ride along in a flow of extra salty water and a carpet of tiny crustaceans on the Gulf of Mexico sea floor are among the wonders discovered by researchers compiling a massive census of marine life.
Spurs’ Parker out 4 weeks: November 10, 2008 in print edition on B2; Tony Parker will be out about four weeks due to a sprained left ankle, a critical blow to the San Antonio Spurs, who are off to their worst start in 12 years.
Tunnel upgrades at KU move full steam ahead: By Andy Hyland; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A1; Sitting atop Kansas University’s priorities for repair and upgrades was a part of campus few outsiders ever see. Beneath the campus, a network of tunnels carries steam from KU’s central power plant to its about 50 buildings, along with the computer and voice cables that allow people on campus to connect with one another and the outside world.
KU event examines magic of monsters: By Lindsey Slater; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A3; Godzilla has been stomping around destroying cities since the 1950s and his popularity is just one sign that people love monsters. But why? “Monsters are universal,” said Bill Tsutsui, the associate dean for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Kansas University. “Every culture has them and while we’re afraid of them and scream and hide our heads under the blankets, we also keep coming back around and watching them.”
Keeping in touch: Attachment parenting encourages physical contact with children: By Marlo Angell - Special to the Journal-World; November 10, 2008; Elizabeth Garrett didn’t always know she was going to be an attachment parent. It just happened that way.
On the record: November 10, 2008 in print edition on A4; A 22-year-old Liberal man was injured, but not transported to the hospital, following a single-vehicle accident Sunday on the Kansas Turnpike, according to a Turnpike Authority report. Bob Maupin, of Wichita, was driving a 2001 Ford Van about 1:30 p.m. at milepost 185 when the vehicle blew a right tire, the report said.
Lawrence Public Schools Elementary Lunch Menu: November 10, 2008
The Edge: November 10, 2008; ¢ ‘The New Annotated Dracula’ (book)¢ ‘The Naked Brothers Band’ (TV)¢ ‘Funhouse’ by Pink (music)
Fire-safety system caused deaths on Russian nuclear sub: By Vladimir Isachenkov - Associated Press Writer; November 10, 2008 in print edition on B10; The fire-safety system on a brand-new Russian nuclear submarine accidentally turned on as the sub was being tested in the Sea of Japan, spewing a gas that suffocated 20 people and sent 21 others to the hospital, officials said Sunday.
Health and stress affect grades: McClatchy Newspapers; November 10, 2008; Quit smoking. Turn off the computer. Go to bed.
Try, try again: Twice-burned safety saves day for San Diego: By Bernie Wilson - Associated Press Sports Writer; November 10, 2008 in print edition on B1; This wasn’t about changing defensive coordinators in midseason. It was about making a play that quite possibly saved the San Diego Chargers’ season.
Horoscope: By Holiday Mathis; November 10, 2008
Chinese ambassador to speak at KU: J-W Staff Reports; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A4; A Chinese ambassador is scheduled to deliver a lecture Friday at Kansas University.
Town offers support for accused boy’s family: November 10, 2008 in print edition on A2; People in the small, tight-knit community of St. Johns are reeling from the killing of a well-liked man police say was shot by his own 8-year-old son, and they will likely turn out in droves for his funeral.
Three Jayhawks on all-tourney team: J-W Staff Reports; November 10, 2008 in print edition on B3; Kansas University juniors Monica Dolinsky, Shannon McCabe and Estelle Johnson have been named to the Big 12 Soccer Championship’s All-Tournament team. The three Jayhawks on the squad, which is voted on by members of the media, sets a team record.
Leg up for fall: By Caitlin Donnelly; November 10, 2008; Leggings may be a timeless trend, but this fall, more substantial styles are (thankfully) taking center stage on runways and streets. From cotton to wool, PVC to plaid - invest in these thick, colorful, pantlike leggings for a quick, economical way to update your wardrobe. Although new leggings are more solid, still pair these “pants” with a longer sweater or a fun, oversized T-shirt.
Stove bankruptcy leaves customers out in cold: By John Green - The Hutchinson News; November 10, 2008 in print edition on A5; A Hutchinson Realtor has bought up the abandoned inventory of a defunct stove restoration business, but said he has no plans to get into the trade.
‘Momtourage’: Showbiz doesn’t keep working mom Laura Kirk away from her kids: By Marlo Angell - Special to the Journal-World; November 10, 2008; When Laura Kirk works on a film these days, she brings the kids - and her “momtourage.”
Churches mark Obama’s victory: By Allen G. Breed - Associated Press Writer; November 10, 2008 in print edition on B10; Jubilation, pride and relief permeated pews and pulpits at predominantly black churches across the country on the first Sunday after Barack Obama’s election, with congregrants blowing horns, waving American flags and raising their hands to the heavens.
Defibrillators are easier to use than one might think: By Sophia Maines; November 10, 2008; Automated external defibrillators are more simple to use than their name suggests.

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