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12:00 a.m.
Governor Kathleen Sebelius, shown in this 2008 file photo, Gov. has ordered state agencies to cut spending by 3 percent, which could hurt Kansans with disabilities. Kansans with disabilities fear budget cuts
By Scott Rothschild
November 20, 2008
In her wheelchair, Kim Vermillion of Olathe makes a point by slapping the back of one hand to the palm of the other. Her mother, Vickie, translates: More money is needed for Kansans like Kim who have disabilities but face waiting lists for services and possible cuts because of the state budget crunch.
6:00 a.m.
This aerial photograph looks southwest across the construction site for upgrades to the West Lawrence interchange, which is exit 202 on the Kansas Turnpike. At the right side of the photo - which is the north end of the site, across a new bridge being built - is the circular foundation for what will be a new roundabout, one designed to handle traffic exiting the turnpike from the east and getting onto the turnpike to go west. Turnpike ramps to reopen Monday at West Lawrence interchange
By Mark Fagan
November 21, 2008 in print edition on 1A
Drivers already energized by falling fuel prices and favorable weather conditions now have something else to look forward to: free-flowing traffic at the Kansas Turnpike’s West Lawrence interchange.
10:00 a.m.
Salvation Army volunteer Arthur Elmer puts together bologna sandwiches within the food pantry area of the shelter to be given away later Friday at the Salvation Army, 946 N.H. Shelter workers explained that the demand for food and living assistance is much higher than what the shelter has to offer because of a lack of donations. Social services brace for ‘new faces’
By Chardae Davis
November 22, 2008 in print edition on 1B
Linda Lassen’s involvement with Penn House began shortly after the social service agency opened in 1969. She started as a volunteer and today serves as program director. So she’s seen lots of ups and down in the economy — and in her clients’ lives.
2:00 p.m.
Kevin Tomkins, 16, rocks through the first elimination round of the Guitar Hero competition held Friday night at Liberty Hall. The event, sponsored by the United Way and the Boys and Girls Club, raised about $450 for the United Way, according to event organizers. United Way a winner in battle of the axes
By George Diepenbrock
November 22, 2008 in print edition on 1A
It was a chance to become a rock star — at least among Lawrence junior high school students. “Me and my friends decided to see who was better in the group, so we’re just here to have fun and hang out,” Alfonso Reeves said Friday evening at Liberty Hall in-between turns in a tournament for the video game “Guitar Hero.”
2:00 p.m.
The Firebirds swamp head coach Bob Lisher as he raises the sub-state championship plaque on Friday. Dream drive
By Matt Tait
November 22, 2008 in print edition on 1B
It wasn’t quite deja vu, but it was darn close. For the second time in two weeks, the Free State High football team saved its best for last, unleashing a 17-play, 80-yard drive that took 8:22 off the clock and gave the Firebirds’ a 14-7 victory over Blue Valley in a Class 6A state semifinal contest that propelled Free State into the state title game for the first time in school history.

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Pump Patrol
November 22, 2008
The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $1.55 at Break Place at 23rd and Louisiana. If you find a lower price, call Pump Patrol at 832-7154.
Man transported via helicopter after single-vehicle accident
By Brian Lewis-Jones & Christine Metz
12:43 a.m., November 22, 2008 Updated 12:02 a.m.
One person was transported by helicopter to Kansas University Hospital after an injury accident at Fifth and Colorado streets.
Obama inspired by Lincoln
By Lynne K. Varner - The Seattle Times
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B7
Nothing like a trip to the nation’s capital. My last visit included a nighttime visit to the Lincoln Memorial, a taxi driver waiting as my son and I jogged up the stairs for a closer inspection of the 99-foot tall marble likeness of our 16th president.
Free State junior makes big leap
By Jesse Newell
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B3
Keene Niemack says he was just trying to make up for a mistake. He ended up coming through with the biggest defensive play for the Free State Firebirds in their 14-7 victory over Blue Valley on Friday night.
Pump patrol
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B1
The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $1.57 at several locations.
Simons: KU needs strong leadership during challenging times
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B1
The presidential election is over, and now the No. 1 story and concern for most Americans is the economy. Hundreds of thousands of Americans are losing their jobs. The giant automobile business is on the ropes, and major industries are asking for government loans or bailouts. Millions of investors have lost tremendous sums of money because of the historic drop in the U.S. market, and the housing market is in a freefall.
Baker, Morningside not likely to turn ball over
J-W Staff Reports
November 22, 2008 in print edition on C5
Neither Baker nor Morningside College — teams that will face each other in the NAIA football playoffs — is turnover-prone.
Gimzo helps Perry reach title game
By Chuck Woodling
November 22, 2008 in print edition on C8
Quarterback Shane Gimzo ran for four touchdowns and threw for two as Perry-Lecompton High beat Holton, 56-35, in a Class 4A state semifinal game.
Treasury selection key to Obama’s Cabinet
J-W Wire Reports
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A1
President-elect Barack Obama on Friday selected the head of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Timothy Geithner, as his nominee for treasury secretary, choosing a vigorous advocate of government intervention in the troubled economy who nonetheless commands wide respect among conservatives.
LHS’ Tolefree signs with KU
By Matt Tait
November 22, 2008 in print edition on C5
Lawrence High’s Tayler Tolefree signed a volleyball letter of intent with Kansas University.
No contest pleas in sex crime case
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B1
A 42-year-old man pleaded no contest Friday in Douglas County District Court to two sex crime charges. Guy Drum entered no-contest pleas to aggravated indecent liberties with a child and attempted aggravated indecent liberties with a child.
Teacher accepts surprise award
By Jesse Fray
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B1
What he assumed was a simple pep rally to pump up students for the Free State High School football semifinal game Friday night ended up becoming a tad more personal and emotional for Chuck Law, the school’s head basketball coach.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B7
From the Lawrence Daily World for Nov. 22, 1908: “Competition will be intense at the courthouse tomorrow during the annual corn contest of the Douglas County Farmers Institute. Many boys will enter their corn for judging and quality is good if quantity was not up to normal this year.”
Would-be space tourist wants $21M back
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A2
Japanese millionaire Daisuke Enomoto had planned to dress up as his favorite cartoon character in outer space and spent $21 million to make it happen. Now he claims the company that was supposed make his dream come true brushed him aside with little more than a “sorry, no refunds.”
Two Texas players de-commit from Kansas
J-W Staff Reports
November 22, 2008 in print edition on C5
Two high school football players have changed their minds and don’t plan to sign with Kansas University after all.
Horrifying video
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B6
To the editor: I am writing in regard to the Journal-World’s coverage of the fatal car accident that occurred on Oct. 25. I was horrified and outraged that the video footage of the burning vehicle was allowed to be shown. Did it dawn on anyone that there might be someone still in the vehicle?
Bush launches final overseas trip as U.S. president
By Dan Eggen - The Washington Post
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A6
President Bush arrived in Peru’s capital on Friday for his last scheduled overseas trip, taking a final chance to mingle with world leaders as they struggle with a worsening economic crisis and other looming threats.
ROTC numbers grow statewide
By John Milburn - Associated Press Writer
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B8
While many new students are donning Kansas college colors this fall, more are also wearing green. Officials at Kansas and Kansas State universities report an increase of at least 20 percent in the number of Army ROTC cadets on campus this semester. Nationally, there are 30,721 Army ROTC cadets.
Horoscopes
November 22, 2008 in print edition on D7
You discover the power of communication this year. You might want to take a class or seminar in how to better express your needs and feelings, as well as receive others’ clearly. If you are single, you will meet your next sweetie through friends and/or while out and about. If you are attached, the two of you need to focus on a goal together.
Turkeys needed for Thanksgiving meals
Staff Reports
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B2
The Salvation Army is in need of turkeys to be distributed in Thanksgiving meal boxes this holiday season. The Salvation Army will be supplying 150 families with all of the fixings for a Thanksgiving meal this year.
Spencer recipient of ‘50 states’ gift
By Terry Rombeck
November 22, 2008 in print edition on D1
The Spencer Museum of Art at Kansas University will receive 50 new works of art through a unique gift that will spread contemporary art throughut the country. “The Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection: Fifty Works for Fifty States” was announced this week. An art institution in each state will receive 50 pieces.
AIDS Project to offer free HIV testing
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B3
Every Dec. 1, organizations worldwide work to raise awareness about AIDS and help fight the disease that kills about 33 million people a year globally. Douglas County AIDS Project is one of those groups. It will provide free, walk-in HIV testing from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 1 in the Kansas Union.
Tiahrt readies for race in Senate
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B1
Rep. Todd Tiahrt is making “very serious” preparations to run for the Senate in 2010, something that could lead to an intense Republican primary contest between the state’s two most senior congressmen. Tiahrt, who represents the 4th District of south-central Kansas, stopped just short of declaring his candidacy Friday in an Associated Press interview. But he said he has made numerous phone calls and is receiving plenty of support.
Daughter defends mom in Internet hoax trial
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A2
The daughter of a woman accused of orchestrating a cruel Internet hoax against a 13-year-old girl who committed suicide took the witness stand Friday to defend her mother. Sarah Drew, 16, said her mother, Lori Drew, initially thought it was a good idea to create a fictitious boy on a MySpace account to find out if Megan Meier was spreading rumors about Sarah.
Prosecution rests in burglary, shooting trial
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B3
Attorneys will make closing arguments Monday morning in a Douglas County murder and burglary trial. Prosecutors rested their case Friday morning after presenting evidence for five days accusing Allen Dale Smith, of Topeka, of shooting Clarence David Boose, 77, during a botched burglary in April 2005 at Boose’s home near Lecompton.
Needless expense
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B6
To the editor: I have recently read several letters to the Public Forum, and I am ashamed that such false statements were made by fellow Lawrence citizens concerning the situation the Centennial Neighborhood finds itself in.
Brolin lost in a watery world
By Kevin McDonough
November 22, 2008 in print edition on D7
Blending the three main branches of popular paranoia — Global warming, the Rapture and “Da Vinci Code” mumbo-jumbo — the 2008 made-for-TV thriller “Lost City Raiders” (8 p.m., today, Sci Fi) stars James Brolin as a seagoing scavenger trying to make a better life for himself and his sons in a drowning world.
Palin pardons turkey while birds killed in background
The Associated Press
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A8
Gov. Sarah Palin has granted the traditional Thanksgiving pardon to one lucky turkey, but the video that shocked some viewers captured what was happening in the background. As she answered questions Thursday at Triple D Farm & Hatchery outside Wasilla, cameras from the Anchorage Daily News and others showed the bloody work of an employee slaughtering birds behind the former Republican vice presidential candidate.
Ford County casino remains on track
The Associated Press
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B4
With the state’s four-casino agenda suddenly shaken by the withdrawals of two developers, officials of Ford County and Butler National Service Corp. say plans for a Boot Hill Casino and Resort in Dodge City remain firmly on track.
On the record
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B2
• Passenger vehicle fire, 10:55 p.m. Thursday, 2130 Silicon Ave.• Overheated motor, 10:30 a.m. Thursday, 1600 Haskell Ave.• Motor vehicle accident, 10 a.m. Thursday, 1500 W. 23rd St.
Age limit for safe haven law approved
By Nate Jenkins - Associated Press Writer
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A3
Gov. Dave Heineman signed into law Friday a bill adding a 30-day age limit to a safe-haven law that allowed 35 children — including teenagers as old as 17 — to be abandoned at state hospitals. The law, approved hours earlier by the Legislature in a 45-3 vote, goes into effect today, and makes Nebraska the 14th state with a 30-day age cap. It had been the only state with a safe-haven law without an age limit.
Space water recycling system on the fritz
By Marcia Dunn - Associated Press Writer
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A8
NASA’s revolutionary new space water recycling system is having serious hiccups. The $154 million device for turning astronauts’ urine and sweat into drinking water aboard the international space station shut down again Friday, and engineers on the ground were scrambling to figure out what was wrong.
Witness: Defendant admitted homicide
By George Diepenbrock
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A2
A Kansas City, Kan., man testified Friday that a Douglas County murder defendant confessed to shooting a Lawrence hip-hop artist. Demario Eatman, who is facing a federal weapons charge, said that when he was a cell mate with Major C. Edwards Jr., Edwards told him he shot and killed Anthony “Clacc” Vital, 28, in October 2006 in Lawrence.
Drug companies slash work force
Sales reps lose jobs as businesses project fewer sales
By Karen Shideler - The Wichita Eagle
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B3
Pharmaceutical rep Alisha Ontiberos works in her office, the front seat of her van parked near a Wichita medical facility. In early June, she learned in a conference call that she was losing her job as a pharmaceuticals sales representative. That put the Wichitan among thousands of sales reps who’ve been laid off this year.
People in the news
November 22, 2008 in print edition on D7
• Madonna, Ritchie given preliminary divorce• Miller wins damages from photo agency• Tobey Maguire, wife expecting baby No. 2• Ashlee Simpson-Wentz gives birth to baby boy• Newman’s will includes wife, foundation• Detour for Depp movie shoot costs county
Drive responsibly
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B6
To the editor: So a bicyclist was struck from behind and killed by a motorist who was talking on his phone and adjusting his audio system. No criminal charges will be filed against the driver. Instead the DA will return the case to sheriff officers, suggesting the driver be charged for not wearing a seat belt and for unsafe overtaking/passing.
Treasury choice may calm markets
By Tom Raum - Associated Press Writer
November 22, 2008 in print edition on E6
Why aren’t the government bailouts working? The presidential transition may be adding to the uncertainty roiling the financial markets. In fact, knowing the names on President-elect Barack Obama’s economic team may prove more helpful in calming those stormy markets in the short term than bailout packages that so far haven’t had much payoff.
Wal-Mart CEO to retire; replacement named
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A2
Wal-Mart Stores Inc., the world’s largest retailer, unexpectedly announced Friday that its chief executive will retire in February and be replaced by the head of its international division. The surprise change in leadership right before the crucial holiday season comes as Wal-Mart has roared back to success as people looking for bargains shop more at discounters.
United Way a winner in battle of the axes
Competition riffs on ‘Guitar Hero’
By George Diepenbrock
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A1
It was a chance to become a rock star — at least among Lawrence junior high school students. “Me and my friends decided to see who was better in the group, so we’re just here to have fun and hang out,” Alfonso Reeves said Friday evening at Liberty Hall in-between turns in a tournament for the video game “Guitar Hero.”
Mavs’ owner wasn’t savior
November 22, 2008 in print edition on C2
Mark Cuban is back in the national news again, but this time the coverage goes far beyond the sports pages, and far beyond his self-appointed ongoing crusade to solve a national crisis by being the whistleblower on NBA whistleblowers.
Society calendar
November 22, 2008 in print edition on D3
Nuts and Bolts Newcomer Alcoholics Anonymous, 6 p.m., Westside Presbyterian Church library, 1024 Kasold Drive. O.U.R.S. (Oldsters United for Responsible Service) dance, 6 p.m.-9 p.m., Eagles Lodge, 1803 W. Sixth St. A donation of $5 is suggested. Band: Borderline Country.
Questioning authorities
Lawrence resident interviews little-known Kennedy assassination witness for new book
By Terry Rombeck
November 22, 2008 in print edition on D1
Brian Edwards, a Lawrence resident and former Lawrence police officer, has co-authored a book telling the story of an eyewitnesses to the Kennedy assassination. The publication coincides with the anniversary of Kennedy’s assassination, which occurred 45 years ago today in Dallas.
Food mislabeling, lax oversight threaten people with allergies
By Sam Roe - Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2008 in print edition on E6
American children with food allergies are suffering life-threatening — and completely avoidable — reactions because manufacturers mislabel their products and regulators fail to police store shelves, a Chicago Tribune investigation has found.
Students show more interest in economy during financial crisis
By Samantha Gross - Associated Press Writer
November 22, 2008 in print edition on E6
Stocks are down, down, down. But student interest in economics appears to be trending upward. The financial crisis has made “the dismal science” more relevant and immediate to many high school and college students, and they are suddenly paying closer attention in class.
Annual buffalo auction reflects growing market interest
By Amy Bickel - The Hutchinson News
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B5
Old No. 12, a 1,000-pound buffalo, made his way around the inner edge of a sale ring on a recent Wednesday. He seemed to stare out into the crowd of onlookers in wonderment — maybe pondering who the lucky guy would be who’d get to haul him home.
Amsterdam to close ‘coffee shops’
By Toby Sterling - Associated Press Writer
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A2
Amsterdam will close almost a fifth of its marijuana cafes to comply with a national ban on having them near schools, the mayor said Friday. Another city, Eindhoven, said it would start issuing permits to marijuana growers in order to better regulate the trade — if the national government approves.
Club news
November 22, 2008 in print edition on D3
University Bridge Club announces results of its Nov. 15 meeting. Hosts were John and Jane Golden and Walt and Jo Ann Hicks. Blue winners were Dave Gaumer, first; Janet Dunn, second; Noreen Hein, third; Ray Ikenberry, fourth; and Virginia Williams, fifth.
Murder charge against boy may be dismissed
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A3
An Arizona prosecutor is seeking to dismiss one of two murder charges against an 8-year-old boy accused of fatally shooting his father and another man. A motion filed Friday by the Apache County attorney seeks the dismissal of the first-degree murder charge stemming from the death of the father, 29-year-old Vincent Romero.
Education
Students today face far grimmer challenges to get into college.
J-W Editorials
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B6
Where higher education is concerned, many of today’s students and prospective students may have a deep longing for those “good old days” they hear long-ago collegians discuss. Modernity, the youngsters may attest, may not be all it’s cracked up to be.
Expert tips on entertaining for holidays
By Terri Sapienza - The Washington Post
November 22, 2008 in print edition on D5
The day and time are set, and the menu is planned. Now it’s time to focus on the basics. We asked several experts for their thoughts on household essentials for holiday entertaining. If your supply is low, after-season sales are great for stocking up.
Rock threat danger closes part of Yosemite
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A3
An unstable cliff prompted officials Friday to permanently close some cabins in a popular Yosemite National Park lodge complex that has a long history of rockslides. National Park Service officials said 233 cabins in family friendly Curry Village will close permanently. That’s about one-third of the units available in the complex that also includes stores and restaurants run by an outside company.
Web audience watches teen’s suicide
By Rasha Madkour - Associated Press Writer
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A1
The message OMG popped up next to the live webcam broadcast of Abraham Biggs lying motionless on his bed, followed by LOL and “hahahah.” But Biggs wasn’t joking. The 19-year-old Broward College student really did commit suicide by taking a drug overdose in front of a live Internet audience, as some computer users egged him on and others tried to talk him out of it.
Attempt to ban Scientology dropped
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A2
Germany is dropping its pursuit of a ban on Scientology after finding insufficient evidence of illegal activity, security officials said Friday. Domestic intelligence services will continue to monitor the group, officials said.
4-H and FCE news
November 22, 2008 in print edition on D5
The 57th Annual Bromelsick Christmas party will be from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Dec. 7 at Abe and Jake’s Landing, 8 E. Sixth St. The Christmas party will feature a traditional visit from Santa, Christmas carols, crafts and activities from around the world. A treat and drink will be provided. Registered Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts and Douglas County 4-H members of all ages are invited.
Military news
November 22, 2008 in print edition on D3
Second Lt. Cuyler Patrick Halpin, commissioned officer of the U.S. Air Force, recently completed Phase 2, T-6 Pilot Training in the 41st Flying Training Squadron, Mitchell Flight, at Columbus Air Force Base in Mississippi.
Five kid-friendly uses for vinegar
By Kim Hays - OrlandoSentinel.com/momsatwork
November 22, 2008 in print edition on D5
Got kids? Get vinegar! It’s eco-friendly and inexpensive. And the uses are virtually endless — from cleaning to cooking to gardening. Here are five of our favorites. (Use white distilled vinegar unless otherwise noted.)
Old Home Town - 25 years ago
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B6
The director of Kansas University’s police department defended officers who had used mace and billy clubs on students who tore down Memorial Stadium goal posts after Saturday’s KU football victory over Missouri. However, director James Denney said a different method of deterrence should be devised to deal with future events of this nature.
Around and about
November 22, 2008 in print edition on D5
One hundred and fifty scholastic chess players from 17 different teams competed at the Eighth Annual Wakarusa Valley chess tournament at Wakarusa Valley School on Nov. 15. First-place team trophies went to Southwest Junior High and Quail Run in the K-9 and K-6 sections, respectively.
New mad-cow rule poses health dangers of its own
By Michael Rubinkam - Associated Press Writer
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A3
A federal regulation aimed at preventing mad cow disease from getting into the food supply could create health risks of its own: many thousands of cattle carcasses rotting on farms, spreading germs, attracting vermin and polluting the water.
Dream drive
Late TD march leads Firebirds to state title game
By Matt Tait
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B1
It wasn’t quite deja vu, but it was darn close. For the second time in two weeks, the Free State High football team saved its best for last, unleashing a 17-play, 80-yard drive that took 8:22 off the clock and gave the Firebirds’ a 14-7 victory over Blue Valley in a Class 6A state semifinal contest that propelled Free State into the state title game for the first time in school history.
Social services brace for ‘new faces’
More clients appeal to agencies this year
By Chardae Davis
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B1
Linda Lassen’s involvement with Penn House began shortly after the social service agency opened in 1969. She started as a volunteer and today serves as program director. So she’s seen lots of ups and down in the economy — and in her clients’ lives.
Baker’s Bryant not done
By Chuck Woodling
November 22, 2008 in print edition on C1
One after another they ran through a cordon of teammates to midfield, where they embraced friends and relatives prior to their last football game at Liston Stadium.
Faith Forum: How should people of faith look at Thanksgiving?
By David Berkowitz & Ron Channell
November 22, 2008 in print edition on D1
David Berkowitz, vice president and ritual committee chair, Lawrence Jewish Community Center, 917 Highland Drive:
Generational torch-pass may take time
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B6
Did you miss this in the post-election news? Sen. Robert Byrd, 91, announced that he will give up the chairmanship of the Senate Appropriations Committee to Sen. Daniel Inouye, 84. The torch has passed to a new generation.
Rural Mainstreet survey finds little confidence in economy
The Associated Press
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B4
A survey of bankers suggests the rural economy is still faltering and that there is little confidence things will look much brighter in six months. The Rural Mainstreet Index, compiled from a survey of bank CEOs, hit its fourth record low in a row, according to a report released Friday.
Attorneys defend flag desecration law
By Jean Ortiz - Associated Press Writer
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B2
Sarpy County prosecutors on Friday tried to justify flag-desecration charges against a member of a Kansas church whose members believe that U.S. troop deaths are punishment for the nation’s tolerance of homosexuality. Authorities say Shirley Phelps-Roper let her 10-year-old son stand on an American flag at the funeral of a National Guardsman in June 2007 in Bellevue.
Officials: Obama plans to name Geithner as treasury secretary
By Liz Sidoti and David Espo - Associated Press Writers
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A2
President-elect Barack Obama intends to name Timothy Geithner, president of the New York Federal Reserve, as his treasury secretary to confront the nation’s intense economic turmoil, senior Democratic officials said Friday. The stock market soared on the news.
FDIC will guarantee up to $1.4 trillion in bank debt
By Marcy Gordon - Associated Press Writer
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A3
Federal regulators will guarantee as much as $1.4 trillion in U.S. banks’ debt in a bid to get the distressed financial system pumping again. They also took steps Friday to make it easier for private investors to buy banks seized by the government.
Scouting, not speech, occupies Manning
By Gary Bedore
November 22, 2008 in print edition on B1
Danny Manning has spent multiple hours working on the scouting report for next week’s O’Reilly Auto Parts CBE Classic. As of Friday afternoon, he’d not expended one second scripting the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame acceptance speech he’ll deliver Sunday night at the College Basketball Experience in downtown Kansas City, Mo.
Stakes high at OU-Tech
The Associated Press
November 22, 2008 in print edition on C8
Today’s Oklahoma-Texas Tech showdown might carry Heisman Trophy and BCS playoff implications.
Scouting news
November 22, 2008 in print edition on D3
Members of Boy Scout Troop 59, chartered to First Presbyterian Church in Lawrence, participated in a Kansas prairie campout Nov. 7-9 on the Kay Ranch near Clay Center. The ranch has no marked trails or roads and is mostly a tall grass pasture.
Mukasey returns to work after collapse
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A3
With briefcase in hand and a smile on his face, Attorney General Michael Mukasey returned to work Friday after collapsing during a speech the night before and spurring a 14-hour scare about his health.A Justice Department spokeswoman blamed the 67-year-old’s dramatic and public fall on a fainting spell.
Obamas choose private Sidwell Friends School
November 22, 2008 in print edition on A2
President-elect Barack Obama and his wife have chosen Sidwell Friends School for their two daughters, opting for a private institution that another White House child, Chelsea Clinton, attended a decade ago.“A number of great schools were considered,” said Katie McCormick Lelyveld, a spokeswoman for Michelle Obama. “In the end, the Obamas selected the school that was the best fit for what their daughters need right now.”
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