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Tools of the trade for the preschool set, shown at Lawrence Arts Center Three-year-old Caroline Scarbrough, right, touches up a masterpiece during a recent preschool class at the Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H Danielle Lefever, a second year KU law student from Overland Park, right, boards a K-10 Connector bus Wednesday at the KU Park and Ride lot off of Clinton Parkway Danielle Lefever, a second-year Kansas University law student, from Overland Park, waits for the K-10 Connector bus Wednesday at the KU Park and Ride lot off or Clinton Parkway A group of KU students gather outside of Fraser Hall after class Wednesday. All five attended high school together at St. Thomas Aquinas in Overland Park and meet regularly between classes to stay in touch. From left are Wes Meixelsperger, sr A group of KU students gather outside of Fraser Hall after class Wednesday. All five attended high school together at St. Thomas Aquinas in Overland Park and meet regularly between classes to stay in touch Attorney General Steve Six reads Bear Feels Sick to preschoolers at Community Children's Center Head Start Wednesday Hannah Lodwick, a senior at Free State High School, is the ArtStar for the month of November. Lodwick works on one of her pieces at Free State on Wednesday Kevin Willmott, filmmaker and film instructor at KU is one of eight recipients of the 2008 Phoenix awards Hannah Lodwick, a senior at Free State High School, is the ArtStar for the month of November Annette Cook, is involved in theater both in Lawrence and Baldwin City. She is one of eight recipients of the 2008 Phoenix awards Lawrence Gymnastics Competition Team members get a visit from men’s Olympic gymnast David Durante Area elementary school students come down to the railing for a closer look at the Kansas University women's basketball team playing the University Iowa at Allen Fieldhouse Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2008
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Would you be willing to pay an additional $100 to have curbside recycling service in Lawrence?

Poll results

Response Percent
Not sure
 
33%
No
 
33%
Yes
 
33%
Total 6
Would you be willing to pay an additional annual fee of $100 to have curbside recycling service in Lawrence?

Poll results

Response Percent
No.
 
59%
Yes.
 
36%
Not sure.
 
4%
Total 260
Which team will win Saturday's matchup of No. 2 Texas Tech (+7) at No. 5 Oklahoma?

Poll results

Response Percent
Texas Tech by more than 7
 
37%
Oklahoma by more than 7
 
32%
Texas Tech by fewer than 7
 
17%
Oklahoma by fewer than 7
 
11%
Total 101
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Royals trade for Crisp
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B2
• The Kansas City Royals picked up the leadoff hitter they had been seeking, acquiring center fielder Coco Crisp from the Boston Red Sox for reliever Ramon Ramirez on Wednesday.• Bidders have until Dec. 1 to submit offers to purchase the Chicago Cubs.• The Mariners hire Don Wakamatsu as manager.• Yankees hurler Mike Mussina is expected to retire.• The U.S. soccer team blanks Guatemala.• The Chiefs add three players.• The NFL reinstates troubled running back Adam “Pacman” Jones.• The NFL fines former Chief Jared Allen.• Top-ranked UNC loses Tyler Zeller for the season.• The NCAA awards Final Fours to several cities.• The LPGA cuts three tournaments.
What team would take risk on Vick?
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B2
Michael Vick lives in a prison in Kansas, making 12 cents an hour while plotting his return to the NFL. His houses and farms will soon be gone, the two yachts are history, and he’s down to his last couple of Range Rovers.
Who’s in the running for Obama administration jobs
November 19, 2008
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius’ name is dropped as possible Secretary of Energy or Education for President-elect Barack Obama’s administration.
Jayhawks raise banner, win big
November 19, 2008
What better way to celebrate Phog Allen’s 123rd birthday?
Kansas drivers rank low
November 19, 2008
Efforts are gearing up to improve the state’s traffic safety laws.
AG Six reads to schoolchildren
November 19, 2008
State officials are promoting reading by reading to schoolchildren. Attorney General Steven Six stopped by Raintree Montessori School Wednesday.
Royals acquire Crisp from Red Sox
November 19, 2008
The Royals dealt pitcher Ramon Ramirez to Boston for outfielder Coco Crisp.
School district lawsuit lingers
November 19, 2008
A judge hasn’t yet ruled on whether work can continue on new sports facilities at Lawrence High.
Governor’s Christmas tree has local ties
November 19, 2008
An annual holiday event is keeping a Baldwin City business busy.
Firebirds prepare for state semis
November 19, 2008
Defense has been the difference-maker during Free State’s post-season football run.
Eudora blaze leaves three homeless
November 19, 2008
A fire early Wednesday at a Eudora apartment complex leaves three homeless.
Suspect’s cousin testifies in murder case
November 19, 2008
A co-defendant in a murder trial says his cousin shot and killed a Lecompton man.
KU guard Morris shows maturity
November 19, 2008
Call it a tale of two halves for Sade Morris.
East Lawrence home damaged in fire
November 19, 2008
Firefighters responded to a blaze on the city’s east side early Wednesday.
County leaders support 31st Street expansion
November 19, 2008
County commissioners support the expansion of 31st Street.
KU peace pole dedicated
November 19, 2008
Members of KU’s international community renewed their commitment to peace Wednesday.
Regents discuss budget shortfall for higher education
November 19, 2008
Duane Goossen, Kansas’ budget director, discusses with the state’s Board of Regents what he called a very tough financial situation facing higher education.
Lawrence’s water use — and city’s utility revenue — both declining
Funds declining despite several rate increases
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A1
As the economy continues to weaken, city leaders now say they need to turn their attention to a new source of financial concern — the city’s water and sewer operations.
Baldwin City woman prepares for her role in delivery of governor’s Christmas tree
November 19, 2008
Robin Dunn was getting her custom horse-drawn wagon ready Wednesday for what’s become an annual event. Dunn, who operates Dunn’s Landing south of Baldwin City, has delivered a Christmas tree to the Governor’s Mansion for the past three years.
Still no ruling in LHS athletic fields lawsuit
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A3
A Douglas County judge hasn’t yet decided whether major expansion plans for a new football field and other athletics facilities at Lawrence High School can proceed while a lawsuit in opposition to the project makes its way through court.
Kansas doing better — but still not well — in driving safety laws
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A3
Kansas ranks in the bottom half of states when it comes to passing laws that encourage people to drive safely. But at least it’s improving.
Area residents invited to tape messages to U.S. troops
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A3
Area residents wanting to send a message to troops fighting overseas this holiday season have a chance this weekend to do just that.
Health department to sponsor readings for Kansas Reads to Preschoolers Week
November 19, 2008
The Lawrence-Douglas County Health Department is participating in Kansas Reads to Preschoolers Week by having two readings of the book “Bear Feels Sick” by Karma Wilson.
Kansas AG’s message to parents: Read to your children
November 19, 2008
The state’s lead law officer is tackling an issue that he believes should start at an early age — reading.
Gaming revenue now expected to be only 10 percent of what was projected
November 19, 2008
Legislators writing the next state budget have a lot less gambling revenue than once thought. Kansas economic forecasters say the state’s share of casino revenues for the next budget year will be around $23.5 million. When the expanded gambling law passed in 2007, supporters said four state-owned casinos and slot machines at three race tracks would generate $200 million a year.
No injuries in Cadet Avenue house fire
05:17 a.m., November 19, 2008 Updated 05:40 p.m.
Emergency crews are responding to a report of a structure fire on the 1500 block of Cadet Avenue in east Lawrence. Initial reports say a person may be trapped inside.
Four apartments burned in Eudora apartment fire
Two pets presumed dead in blaze
01:52 a.m., November 19, 2008 Updated 05:05 p.m.
Two apartments in a Eudora apartment complex were destroyed by a blaze that may have started when a Zippo lighter fell beneath a couch.
UNC destroys Kentucky
Downs keys No. 9 Gonzaga victory over Idaho with 18 points
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B6
Roundup of NCAA men’s basketball action.
Wedd offers playoff insight
November 19, 2008
Although the Lawrence High football team was eliminated from the Class 6A state playoffs two weeks ago, Lions coach Dirk Wedd maintains an interest in Friday’s semifinal matchup between Free State (8-3) and Blue Valley (10-1).
CEO sets charitable standard
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A11
In an age when “big business” and “corporate greed” seem to be synonymous in the public mind, some bright lights occasionally emerge from the darkness brought on by AIG big spenders and over-the-top high-livers.
A wild card pick for State
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A11
With the election of a president who emphasizes the need for tough diplomacy, his choice for secretary of state becomes especially important.
Snow, business
November 19, 2008
To the editor:I was incensed to read in the paper that some were proposing to eliminate the law requiring people to remove snow and ice from their sidewalks
Sunflower Electric sues state leaders
Company claims Sebelius and others just wanted to advance their careers
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A1
Sunflower Electric Power Corp. is taking state officials to court, saying they are discriminating against Kansans and hundreds of thousands of others who face higher electric bills by rejecting of the utility’s plans to build new coal-fired power plants near Holcomb.
Sen. Clinton is wrong choice for State
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A10
It may be moot and it certainly is presumptuous, but I would be less than honest with readers if I did not say what I believe: Making Hillary Rodham Clinton the secretary of state in Barack Obama’s administration would be a mistake.
Horoscopes
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B11
Establish your priorities and get results quickly this year. You might often need to be the leader in order to accomplish what you must. Investigate opportunities without preconceived ideas or suppositions. If you are single, meeting people occurs with ease, especially if you hang with your friends. If you are attached, the two of you need to center on one goal, one objective.
Kansas basketball notebook
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B5
Kansas basketball notebook
Zigzagging on bailout plan rattles markets, critics say
November 19, 2008
Financial markets hate uncertainty, but that’s what they’re getting from Washington.
U.S. carmakers beg Congress for $25B
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A8
Detroit’s Big Three automakers pleaded with a reluctant Congress Tuesday for a $25 billion lifeline to save the once-proud titans of U.S. industry, pointedly warning of a national economic catastrophe should they collapse.
Gluten-free sides can fit into holiday menu
November 19, 2008 in print edition on C1
Q:My aunt has celiac disease, and she’s coming here for Thanksgiving. Do you know of any recipes for gluten-free stuffing?A I’ll share a recipe for gluten-free stuffing — but before I do, it’s important to also think about how the dish you are preparing can still become contaminated even if you’re using gluten-free foods.
Hang ’em high
Banner ceremony precedes blowout
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B1
Kansas University’s basketball players stood in a row on the Allen Fieldhouse court, arms draped around each other as their eyes focused on a spotlight high in the north rafters.
South supremacy: Tech, OU to battle with huge implications
November 19, 2008
The Texas Tech football program has made a habit this season of silencing doubters and controlling a Big 12 South division considered the toughest of any in America.
Report: Kansas failing on smoking front
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A12
Kansas ranked 42nd nationally in funding programs to prevent children from smoking, a new health report said Tuesday.
Jacobs, Jayhawks eat Hawkeyes’ lunch
November 19, 2008
LaChelda Jacobs had 18 points and six assists as Kansas University’s women’s basketball team beat Iowa, 76-55
Old Home Town - 100 years ago
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A10
From the Lawrence Daily World for Nov. 19, 1908: Although Douglas County’s corn harvest will not measure up to those in recent years, the prices are such that the 1908 output could amount to a million-dollar crop.
Burglaries detailed in homicide trial
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A3
Law enforcement officers from across northeast Kansas spent Tuesday detailing an area burglary spree that Douglas County prosecutors say included the April 2005 shooting death of a Lecompton man.
Seminar at KU to teach QuickBooks
November 19, 2008
Kansas University-Kansas Small Business Development Center will offer a complete QuickBooks Pro seminar this week. The seminar will cover accounting, bill payments, tracking information, creating invoices, payroll processing, report generation and much more.
Spacewalk marred by lost tool bag
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A2
A spacewalking astronaut accidentally let go of her tool bag Tuesday after a grease gun inside it exploded, and helplessly watched as the tote and everything inside floated away.
Cosmetic filler review urged
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A1
Cosmetic surgery patients who think facial fillers are a magical antidote to aging must be better informed of possible risks, government health advisers said Tuesday.
Broken Arrow up for Blue Ribbon
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A3
Hard work by teachers and students at Broken Arrow School is paying off. Broken Arrow landed in the top 10 percent of the state in reading and mathematics assessments, serving at least 40 percent disadvantaged students.
Food magazines serve up new ideas on Thanksgiving
November 19, 2008 in print edition on C1
This month, as usual, the covers of food magazines are adorned with a beautiful roast turkey for Thanksgiving. Here’s a brief look at what’s out there.
Oklahoma St. improves to 1-1
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B6
No. 19 Oklahoma State bounces back against McNeese State.
Spice up your Thanksgiving gravy
November 19, 2008 in print edition on C3
In addition to using a richly flavored turkey or chicken stock or broth to make gravy, consider adding other flavor enhancers.
Steps proposed to ease air travel congestion
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A2
The government is opening some military airspace to ease airline congestion over Thanksgiving and Christmas, though the effort is likely to have only limited results. And if the weather’s bad, all bets are off.
Stevens loses Senate race
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A2
Sen. Ted Stevens, the longest-serving Republican in Senate history, narrowly lost his re-election bid Tuesday, marking the downfall of a Washington political power and Alaska icon who couldn’t survive a conviction on federal corruption charges. His defeat by Anchorage Mayor Mark Begich moves Senate Democrats within two seats of a filibuster-proof 60-vote majority.
Cereal bar: Coffee shop adds snap, crackle and pop to menu
November 19, 2008 in print edition on C1
When Megan Sullivan woke up late Sunday before a night of studying, she decided the first meal of her day should be breakfast — even though it would be 6 p.m. before she had it.
Kids see student athletes in action for health, fitness day at fieldhouse
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A3
For an 11 a.m. game on a Tuesday, the stands were pretty full for the Kansas University women’s basketball game against Iowa. The attendance of more than 3,500 students, teachers, parents and administrators representing Lawrence public elementary schools helped.
NBA Roundup
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B11
Roundup of NBA action.
Guardsmen to deploy on agricultural mission
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B10
A Kansas National Guard team will go to Afghanistan next year as an agribusiness development team.
Food drive collects for senior citizens
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A4
Lawrence Area Partners in Aging is conducting its annual drive for nonperishable food items for senior citizens.
Morningstar settling into role
Guard calms jitters by creating offense for others
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B4
Sherron Collins knows when Brady Morningstar is nervous. It’s usually when he sees the sophomore guard keep a little more to himself.
Scientists map kangaroo’s DNA
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A12
Taking a big hop forward in marsupial research, scientists say they have unraveled the DNA of a small kangaroo named Matilda.
Dirty, sexy and old-fashioned
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B11
The televised rich are not like you and me. Given all the money and opportunity in the world, they insist on crowding into the family mansion and eating breakfast with the siblings they hate and resent — often well into their 30s and 40s.
Big 12 football notebook
November 19, 2008
Kansas is bowl-eligible, but only one of the Jayhawks’ six victories has come against a team with a winning record. Louisiana Tech, a team KU blanked, 29-0, in the second week of the season, is 6-4. Sam Houston State and Florida International are both 4-5, Colorado is 5-6, Kansas State 4-7 and Iowa State 2-9.
Eagles couldn’t manage upset
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B5
The Atlantic Sun Conference couldn’t pull off the season-opening shocker against a major-college basketball program this time.
‘Ma Gastronomie’ new edition of classic cookbook
November 19, 2008 in print edition on C2
He loved butter and practical jokes, had an insatiable appetite and was inclined to start his mornings by shaving outdoors with two magnums of Champagne on ice by his side. At one point, nearly half of the Michelin three-star chefs in France had trained in his kitchen. It’s no wonder that Fernand Point is revered by modern chefs and “Ma Gastronomie” — a book about him and his restaurant, the legendary La Pyramide — has a cult following.
Security transition
There must be no gap in U.S. security efforts during the Bush-Obama transition.
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A10
America’s media is focusing a great deal of attention these days on the transition between the outgoing George Bush administration and the incoming Barack Obama team.
Douglas County Republicans to select new leadership on Sunday
November 19, 2008
Precinct committee members with the Douglas County Republicans will meet to select a new chairman and other leadership during a reorganizational meeting this weekend.
Attorney denies claim about ex-A.G.’s mistress
Lawyers say Morrison was improperly influenced to file charges against Tiller
November 19, 2008
Former Attorney General Paul Morrison’s lawyer dismissed as “absurd” Tuesday a claim from Dr. George Tiller’s attorneys that a woman having an extramarital affair with Morrison influenced him to file criminal charges against the Wichita abortion provider.
Gov. hopeful after gambling setback
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B12
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius said Tuesday she’s hoping there will be better days for the gambling industry in Kansas and nationwide after a second firm dropped plans to operate in Kansas.
Lawyers vet Clinton for secretary of state
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A2
Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton has engaged a team of prominent lawyers to help President-elect Barack Obama vet her candidacy for secretary of state even as some insiders criticized the pick and advisers to the former first lady said she was weighing whether to take the job if Obama offered it.
Businesses find something to cheer
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B10
In this economic climate, it was no surprise that the business community was hungry for something to celebrate Tuesday night.
NFL gives Vegas unintentional gift
November 19, 2008
The NFL has always had a strained relationship with this gambling city, though the case could be made that if it weren’t for Vegas point spreads the league never would have become the giant it is today.
Pump patrol
November 19, 2008
The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $1.69 at Conoco, 2447 W. Sixth St.
Pedroia wins AL MVP
November 19, 2008
Boston little man Dustin Pedroia won the AL MVP award Tuesday, becoming the first second baseman to earn the honor in nearly a half-century.
Old Home Town - 25 years ago
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A10
Two Kansas University students were among the state’s 15 nominees for prestigious Rhodes Scholarships. They were Troy Harris, Lawrence senior, and Anne Sheehan, Topeka senior.
KU design director to take new post
November 19, 2008
The chairman of the department of design in Kansas University’s School of Fine Arts is resigning his post to take a new position within the university.
Ginkgo fails to prevent Alzheimer’s in study
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A2
The dietary supplement ginkgo, long promoted as an aid to memory, didn’t help prevent dementia and Alzheimer’s disease in the longest and largest test of the extract in older Americans.
CR offers tips to ride out the financial storm
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B10
When the editors of Consumer Reports asked Americans what they’re most worried about now, the answer was loud and clear: having enough money to retire, the value of their savings and home and the cost of everything from gas to college.
Insight targeting Kansas
November 19, 2008
Insight Bowl officials are awfully interested in Kansas University for their Dec. 31 game.
Ships diverted after oil tanker hijacked
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A2
Pirates hijacked a Thai fishing boat with 16 crew members Tuesday off the coast of Somalia, the same day a major Norwegian shipping group ordered its tankers to sail around Africa rather than use the Suez Canal because pirates had seized a Saudi supertanker.
Development company launches Web sit
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B10
Wakarusa Valley Development Inc., a Small Business Administration certified development company that works to provide financing for small businesses in Kansas, has a new Web site that features loan program information, interactive loan calculators and downloadable application form
Economy offers another incentive for kicking the nicotine addiction
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A1
If improving your health isn’t enough of an incentive to finally kick the smoking habit, maybe money is.
Collins cleans up, too
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B1
Even a place as charming as Allen Fieldhouse has some very difficult jobs under its roof. The people who have to clean the bathrooms, for example. Had that job in college. Don’t want it again.
Old Home Town - 40 years ago
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A10
Kansas University Chancellor Clarke Wescoe was scheduled to become president of the China Medical Board of New York on June 30. He had announced his resignation at KU the past September. and a search was under way for his successor.
What on Earth is ‘Life on Mars’?
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B8
Sam discovers more about his past when he finds himself on his father’s trail on “Life on Mars” (9 p.m., ABC). “Mars” stars Jason O’Mara as Sam, a police detective who suffers a severe trauma only to awaken in 1973 working in a precinct house dominated by a cranky chief (Harvey Keitel) with a decidedly antique take on police procedure, not to mention retro attitudes toward women and minorities.
City gives development proposal closer look
If approved, Smart Code could lead to more dense, mixed-use building projects
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A3
City commissioners got their most detailed look yet at a set of proposed development rules that could produce major changes in how neighborhoods are built and how much the public learns about proposed projects.
31st Street extension to be considered
November 19, 2008
Douglas County commissioners at their meeting tonight will consider approving the design for extending 31st Street east of Lawrence with a 45 mph speed limit.
Essential truth
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A10
To the editor:When Nancy Boyda blamed the loss of her congressional seat to Lynn Jenkins on negative campaigning and lies, she made a statement that, unless meant to be ironic, can only contribute to cynicism and frustration concerning elections.
Sooners survive career night from DC’s Curry
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B6
• No. 12 Oklahoma 82, No. 21 Davidson 78• No. 7 Texas 76, Tulane 51• Baylor 90, Centenary 55• Texas A&M 55, Stephen F. Austin 48• Montana State 85, Colorado 82 (OT
Unfortunate fight
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A10
To the editor:What a shame for a few in the Centennial Neighborhood to resort to filing a lawsuit to stop the facilities upgrade at Lawrence High School.
T for two
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A10
To the editor:Should anyone be looking for a clue as to why our country is currently in economic freefall, I would offer up the recently passed sales tax increase to support the city’s “T for two” bus system as an example.
On the record
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A4
A Douglas County Sheriff’s officer arrested a 24-year-old Wichita man Tuesday morning on a warrant for several charges, including aggravated robbery and kidnapping.The man was booked into the Douglas County Jail on a 2007 case for aggravated failure to appear and on a 2008 case, which included one aggravated burglary charge, five kidnapping charges and four aggravated robbery charges. Additional information was not available Tuesday evening.
Issue of faith
November 19, 2008 in print edition on A10
To the editor:Concerning the Faith Forum article of Nov. 15 on not believing (or having no faith) in God, Hebrews 11:6 (NEV) says, “And without faith it is impossible to please Him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who seek Him.”
People in the news
November 19, 2008 in print edition on B11
• Michael Jackson might be too sick to travel to London to testify in a suit claiming he owes an Arab sheik $7 million, the pop star’s attorney said Tuesday.• The prostitute at the center of the salacious scandal that brought down former New York Gov. Eliot Spitzer and generated national headlines is going to dish on her life as a pricey escort.• Sean “Diddy” Combs is becoming a prosecutor — at least on television.• It was hot and dusty during filming in one of the world’s most remote locations. But Nicole Kidman says the prospect of a smooch with Hugh Jackman eased the troubles of working on the Outback romance, “Australia.”•First Harvey Fierstein. Now Marissa Jaret Winokur. Winokur will return to “Hairspray” Dec. 9-Jan. 4 for the final four weeks of its Broadway run at the Neil Simon Theatre.