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Who won the presidential debate?

Poll results

Response Percent
Barack Obama
 
 62%
John McCain
 
 32%
Their performances were equal
 
 4%
Total 70
Ford will soon give parents the power using a computer chip that can limit teen drivers' speed and the volume on their car stereos. Would you use such a device?

Poll results

Response Percent
Yes.
 
 68%
No.
 
 24%
Not sure.
 
 7%
Total 751
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6:00 a.m.
Group floats riverside development idea in North Lawrence
By Chad Lawhorn
October 7, 2008 in print edition on 1A
A development group is working to create a new riverside district of shops and offices - and perhaps homes or a hotel - on property near Johnny’s Tavern in North Lawrence. Developers don’t have specific plans for the nearly 20 acres surrounding the longtime Lawrence tavern, but they envision an area where people could dine, shop and stroll along the Kansas River, said Rick Renfro, owner of Johnny’s.
10:00 a.m.
Traffic moves along Douglas County Road 1061 as it crosses over Kansas Highway 10. County mulls no-slip bridge coatings
By Mark Fagan
October 6, 2008 in print edition on 7B
Douglas County is looking into using an increasingly popular pavement-sealing technology to extend the lives of its bridges - while boosting cost efficiency, reducing traffic delays and giving tires a better surface to hold onto.
2:00 p.m.
U.S. rep. Nancy Boyda, D-Kan., left, and State Treasurer Lynn Jenkins went head to head before a full house Monday at the Dole Institute of Politics. KU law professor Mike Kautsch moderated the debate. Boyda-Jenkins debate lively
By Scott Rothschild
October 7, 2008 in print edition on 3A
Republican Lynn Jenkins and Democratic U.S. Rep. Nancy Boyda on Monday traded charges over taxes and their official duties in a spirited debate at Kansas University’s Dole Institute of Politics. The two are vying to represent Kansas’ 2nd Congressional District, which includes west Lawrence, Topeka, Manhattan and much of southeast Kansas.
6:00 p.m.
Rose Naughtin, second from left, a senior at Free State High School, has had two heart transplants. In June, the Dream Factory granted her wish to study abroad in Oxford, England. Oxford dream granted to Lawrence teen who had heart transplants
By Alex Parker
October 6, 2008 in print edition on 3A
By the time Rose Naughtin, second from left above, was 12, she was on her third heart. Today, five years after her second heart transplant, the 17-year-old Free State High School senior is looking forward to college and is reflecting on a dream trip.

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Neighbors enthused with shopping district proposal
October 7, 2008
City Commissioners and neighbors are enthused about an idea to build a new shopping and residential district near the Kansas River.
Mangino did not yell during halftime
October 7, 2008
Mark Mangino did not yell - he saved that for Sunday. Instead, at halftime of Saturday’s game against Iowa State, the Jayhawks’ head coach chose a different method.
Free State football team preparing for another Thursday showdown
October 7, 2008
Bob Lisher and the Free State Firebirds prepare for another Thursday night game.
Tips for Tips and Tots helps out community
October 7, 2008
Some recognizable faces got their fill of the food service business tonight - all part of an effort to help out a couple local community services.
Kids get smoke in their eyes for fire prevention lesson
October is Fire Prevention Month and students get hands-on lesson
By Lindsey Slater
October 7, 2008
Fire Prevention Month gets Lawrence Douglas County Fire Medical personnel to local elementary schools to teach first and fifth graders about fire safety.
Exactly who will benefit from bailout bill?
By Chardae Davis
October 7, 2008
It isn’t only about banks. The $700 billion dollar financial rescue bill approved by congress last week also had some strings attached. 6News reporter Chardae Davis tells us exactly who will benefit from a tax relief package embedded within the plan.
KU offense came alive during second half in Aimes
October 7, 2008
Twenty-eight unanswered points. All in a 20-minute second half span. That run helped the Kansas football team erase a 20-0 halftime deficit on Saturday in Aimes, Iowa on the way to a 35-33 win.
Tuesday, October 7 weather at 10 p.m.
By Matt Elwell
October 7, 2008
The forecast for Wednesday, October 7 calls for a high of 72 with a low around 40.
McCain, Obama clash over causes, cures of financial crisis
By Charles Babington - Associated Press Writer
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A1
Barack Obama and John McCain clashed repeatedly over the causes and cures for the worst economic crisis in 80 years Tuesday night in a debate in which Republican McCain called for sweeping action by the government to directly shield many homeowners from mortgage foreclosure.
Tonganoxie attorney among nominees for judgeship
By Shawn Linenberger
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A3
A Tonganoxie attorney is among three attorneys nominated to fill a judge vacancy in Leavenworth County.
Floyd Bledsoe, sentenced to life for murder of teen sister-in-law, set free; ineffective assistance of counsel cited
By Scott Rothschild
03:31 p.m., October 7, 2008 Updated 09:27 a.m. in print edition on A1
A man who had been sentenced to life in prison for the 1999 slaying of his 14-year-old sister-in-law near Oskaloosa has been freed by a federal court order.
Driver faces multiple charges after alleged hit-and-runs
By Jesse Fray
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A5
An 18-year-old Bonner Springs man accused of causing a string of hit-and-run accidents in Lawrence Friday night faces multiple municipal court charges.
Rock the Vote event set at Lawrence library
By Lindsey Slater
October 7, 2008
A Rock the Vote/First Time Voter Rally will be held from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vt.
KU student killed in car crash was under the influence of alcohol, report says
By Jesse Fray
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A3
Alcohol contributed to a single-vehicle accident that killed a Kansas University student Oct. 2, a Lawrence police report said.
Self not surprised with preseason poll
By Gary Bedore
10:57 a.m., October 7, 2008 Updated 12:00 a.m. in print edition on B1
It’s Oklahoma No. 1, Texas No. 2 and Kansas and Baylor tying for No. 3 in the Big 12 men’s basketball preseason coaches poll released Tuesday.
From ‘real’ wives to ‘Man Caves’
By Kevin McDonough
October 7, 2008 in print edition on B6
Success breeds imitation, so the smart producers learn to imitate themselves. Cloning may still be a touchy subject among ethicists, but it’s clearly been embraced by broadcasters. The best examples of this radical procedure are “Law & Order” and “CSI,” entertainment organisms that seem to grow stronger with each new mutation.
Obama more ready for global future
By Trudy Rubin
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A7
Last week’s financial implosion shifted attention away from foreign policy in the presidential contest. Neither candidate has been inspiring in this arena. But we have only two choices. So who can best dig America out from the mess President Bush’s foreign policy has made?
Woodling: KU-ISU in ‘92 a doozy
By Chuck Woodling
October 7, 2008 in print edition on B1
Seldom one to keep his emotions in check, Glen Mason blurted: “I still don’t believe it. It was the damnedest thing I’ve ever seen.” Mason was Kansas University’s football coach the day the Jayhawks staged the greatest comeback in school history. The date was Oct. 17, 1992. The place was Iowa State. Saturday, as you know, KU rallied from a 20-point halftime deficit to shock the Cyclones, but that turnaround bore little resemblance to that October ‘92 stunner.
German, 2 French share Nobel Prize in medicine
By Karl Ritter and Matt Moore - Associated Press Writers
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A8
Three European scientists shared the 2008 Nobel Prize in medicine on Monday for separate discoveries of viruses that cause AIDS and cervical cancer, breakthroughs that helped doctors fight the deadly diseases.
Fan use could lower risk of SIDS
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A2
Using a fan to circulate air seemed to lower the risk of sudden infant death syndrome in a study of nearly 500 babies, researchers reported Monday.
Sooners on mend
October 7, 2008 in print edition on B2
Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops expects No. 1 Oklahoma to be at full strength Saturday when the Sooners face fifth-ranked Texas in the annual Red River Rivalry game.
38th District candidates join education forum
By Elvyn Jones
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A5
At a forum Monday evening in De Soto, the two candidates for the Kansas 38th District House seat saw a different message in the predominance of school finance in the state’s annual budget. For incumbent Republican Anthony Brown, Eudora, the importance lawmakers placed on K-12 education was easily demonstrated.
Lehman arranged bonuses for executives
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A6
The now-bankrupt investment bank Lehman Brothers arranged millions in bonuses for fired executives as it pleaded for a federal lifeline, lawmakers learned Monday, as Congress began investigating what went so wrong on Wall Street to prompt a $700 billion government bailout.
Overhaul of ‘chaotic’ milk industry vowed
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A2
China’s Cabinet vowed a complete overhaul of the scandal-ridden dairy industry Monday, pledging to inspect every link from the farm to the dinner table to try to restore public trust in Chinese-made food products.
Ford feature will let parents control speed, stereo volume of teen drivers
Associated Press
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A1
So you think junior is a little too lead-footed when he drives the family car? Starting next year, Ford Motor Co. will give you the power to do something about it.
Horoscopes
October 7, 2008 in print edition on B6
You drive a hard bargain once you decide that you must have what you want. Focus on security, investments and family this year. Understanding takes you to a new level in a partnership, if attached. If single, you will want to find someone you feel comfortable with during the next year.
Kansas’ Powers in 12th at tourney
J-W Staff Reports
October 7, 2008 in print edition on B3
Kansas University junior Emily Powers shot a 7-over-par 153 on Monday, good for 12th place after two rounds of the McHaney/Morehead Invitational.
Mammals in wild facing extinction
By Kenneth R. Weiss - Los Angeles Times
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A2
At least one-quarter of the world’s mammals in the wild are threatened with extinction, according to an international survey released Monday that blames the loss of wildlife habitat, hunting and poaching for the steep declines.
Firebirds shine at All-Around
Two FSHS gymnasts place in top 10 at Lawrence High Invitational
By Matt Tait
October 7, 2008 in print edition on B1
With two events still to go, Free State High gymnasts Drue Davis and Kelcy Bowers jumped for joy as if they had just finished first and second at Monday’s Lawrence High All-Around Invitational. It wasn’t the finish they were celebrating, rather the warmth they provided each other.
Boyda-Jenkins debate lively
By Scott Rothschild
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A3
Republican Lynn Jenkins and Democratic U.S. Rep. Nancy Boyda on Monday traded charges over taxes and their official duties in a spirited debate at Kansas University’s Dole Institute of Politics. The two are vying to represent Kansas’ 2nd Congressional District, which includes west Lawrence, Topeka, Manhattan and much of southeast Kansas.
Collins gets free pass - for tonsillectomy
By Gary Bedore
October 7, 2008 in print edition on B1
Sherron Collins has been granted a leave of absence from Kansas University basketball Boot Camp today through Friday.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A7
From the Lawrence Daily World for Oct. 7, 1908: “The school board has decided to have pupils who live outside the district pay a special tuition fee.
Ballot boost
Douglas County’s redesigned election ballot not only benefits voters, it also saves taxpayers some money.
J-W Editorials
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A7
By making some relatively simple changes, Douglas County Clerk Jamie Shew has created a Nov. 4 election ballot that will benefit voters in a couple of ways.
Memphis lands pledge
J-W Staff Reports
October 7, 2008 in print edition on B3
The University of Memphis on Monday received an oral commitment from Darnell Dodson, a 6-6 forward from Miami-Dade Junior College, Zagsblog.net reports.
Funding games
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A7
To the editor: The right-wing media has a fixation with Democratic presidential nominee Sen. Barack Obama’s past. I bought into this too and still find it troubling. The fact is, it is in the past, and you cannot change it.
Blind reach out to neighbors
By Alex Parker
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A5
Broken city sidewalks. Empty city buses. Erratic city drivers. All have elicited debate from concerned residents, but few people are as challenged by these everyday annoyances as are the blind.
What bailout? Dow hits lowest point since ‘04
Global financial markets plunge as fears of credit crisis spread
By Joe Bel Bruno and Tim Paradis - Associated Press Writers
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A1
Wall Street joined in a worldwide cascade of despair Monday over the financial crisis, driving the Dow Jones industrials to their biggest loss ever during a trading day. Even a big afternoon rally failed to keep the Dow from its first close below 10,000 since 2004.
Colon cancer screenings can stop at age 75, task force says
By Joann Loviglio - Associated Press Writer
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A8
Most people over 75 should stop getting routine colon cancer tests, according to a government health task force that also rejected the latest X-ray screening technology.
Sebelius called for jury duty
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
October 7, 2008 in print edition on B8
Think you’re too busy for jury duty? You’ll probably get a little less sympathy from officials in Kansas, where Gov. Kathleen Sebelius reported Monday for jury duty in Shawnee County District Court in Topeka.
Group floats riverside development idea in North Lawrence
Riverside redevelopment: Group hopes to highlight city’s waterfront
By Chad Lawhorn
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A1
A development group is working to create a new riverside district of shops and offices - and perhaps homes or a hotel - on property near Johnny’s Tavern in North Lawrence. Developers don’t have specific plans for the nearly 20 acres surrounding the longtime Lawrence tavern, but they envision an area where people could dine, shop and stroll along the Kansas River, said Rick Renfro, owner of Johnny’s.
Tampa Bay moving on
Associated Press
October 7, 2008 in print edition on B4
They rushed toward the mound, these remarkable Rays, and immediately formed a circle. Jumping together like fraternity brothers, they resembled party regulars in the postseason.
Chiefs’ Croyle says he’s ready
QB plans to start against Tennessee on Oct. 19
October 7, 2008 in print edition on B2
Quarterback Brodie Croyle is back after a four-week absence and will start for the Kansas City Chiefs in their next game against Tennessee on Oct. 19.
Natural wonders: Book explores Kansas beauty through photography, prose and science
By Terry Rombeck
October 7, 2008 in print edition on C1
“A survey line is straight; no river is. A river bends, curls, snakes twists, shifts, shaping and shaped by the land’s body. A survey line is static; no river is. Living water, it flows. It may wind and wander, rage and roar, but it is always journeying. Creeks, like capillaries, merge with it, spreading life throughout the land.”
Houston prep commits to KU women’s hoops
J-W Staff Reports
October 7, 2008 in print edition on B3
Carolyn Davis, a 6-foot-3 senior forward out of Houston’s George Bush High, has orally committed to play basketball at Kansas University.
Saints bumble, stumble to Vikings
Associated Press
October 7, 2008 in print edition on B3
The New Orleans Saints committed so many blunders, not even Reggie Bush’s record-tying two punt returns for touchdowns could make up for them in a 30-27 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Monday night.
A step back
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A7
To the editor: Baker University has taken a critical step back. When Roger Boyd first mentioned wetland mitigation he described using heavy machinery to excavate giant “plugs” of hydrophytic (water-loving) plants to transport into the farmland west of Louisiana Street. Instead, he and Mark Wellendorf are gathering seeds by hand.
Stevens discussed investigation on tape
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A2
Caught on tape discussing the burgeoning corruption probe against him two years ago, Sen. Ted Stevens, R-Alaska, was both combative and pragmatic, denying in sometimes coarse language that he and a friend had done anything wrong but also acknowledging that they might face fines or even prison.
Retail center on commission agenda
By Chad Lawhorn
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A6
City commissioners tonight will consider allowing a proposed retail center at 23rd Street and O’Connell Road to grow in size.
Lawmakers draft plan to shield banks
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A6
German lawmakers said Monday that they were drawing up a massive intervention plan to protect the country’s financial system as Europe’s biggest economy braced for the possibility of more bank failures.
Book takes poignant look at Wall Street ‘greed’
By Michelle Singletary
October 7, 2008 in print edition on B7
If you’re mad as hell about what’s happening to our economy and need to stay mad to keep from wailing, read the October selection for the Color of Money Book Club.
EBay to trim 10% of global work force
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A2
Online retailer eBay Inc., which is trying to reverse years of slowing growth in its auctions business amid rising competition and a spreading financial crisis, said Monday that it would cut 10 percent of its global work force even as it spends $1.3 billion to buy three Web businesses.
Scary Story Contest submissions sought
J-W Staff Reports
October 7, 2008 in print edition on C1
The Journal-World is encouraging youths to enter its annual “Scary Story Contest.” The deadline is noon Oct. 20.
Debate stakes higher for McCain; insults mount between camps
By Liz Sidoti - Associated Press Writer
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A2
Running short on time, John McCain has the most riding on the second presidential debate, though Barack Obama will be out of his scripted comfort zone in the town hall-style confrontation. It could be ugly if Monday’s tussling is any indication.
Old Home Town - 40 years ago
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A7
Kansas University football fever continued to grow as Pepper Rodgers’ unbeaten Jayhawks (3-0) walloped New Mexico 68-7 in a driving rainstorm. Despite the miserable weather, the crowd was counted at 41,630.
Disorganized parents cause stress for reader
By Dr. Wes Crenshaw & Kelly Kelin
October 7, 2008 in print edition on C1
Dear Dr. Wes & Kelly: My parents procrastinate with decisions. Often by the time something needs to be decided, it’s too late to do it. I’ve tried to take a more active role, but when it comes to some things my persistence isn’t good enough. There have been many occasions when I need my parents’ permission and too often I’m told “we’ll talk about it later.” I’ve lost many opportunities because of this. One of the biggest annoyances is when we go out of town to a museum, concert or event. I gather the information even before registration or ticket sales start, and give it to them. I even print duplicates so they can’t say “we never got anything.” No matter how often I remind them, nothing happens and all I get is, “there’s still time, stop nagging me.”
On the record
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A4
An 18-year-old Lansing man reported the theft of $2,510 of items between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Sept. 26. The items, taken from the 1400 block of Tennessee Street, include $500 worth of textbooks, a $200 Apple iPod, a $200 PI83 calculator and an HP notebook computer valued at $1,200.
Poor judgment
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A7
To the editor: The central, undeniable fact in the presidential campaign is that John McCain fully supported the Bush-Cheney leadership in starting an all-out war against Iraq for reasons now proven to have been false.
RI schools to start teaching about dating violence
By Eric Tucker - Associated Press Writer
October 7, 2008 in print edition on C2
Ann Burke saw signs of trouble with her daughter’s boyfriend. He’d incessantly call her at night, keep her from her family, and, ultimately, physically abuse her during a tumultuous relationship that ended with her death three years ago.
Ridiculous bill
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A7
To the editor: Congratulations should be proffered to Kansas Reps. Moran, Boyda and Tiahrt and Sens. Brownback and Roberts for not being fooled into voting for this ridiculous Wall Street buyout bill (HR 1424.)
Briscoe no ‘T.O.’
KU sophomore receiver quietly does his job
By Matt Tait
October 7, 2008 in print edition on B1
Don’t expect Kansas University receiver Dezmon Briscoe to change his name to Dezmon Ocho Cero, Spanish for “8-0.” Although Briscoe acknowledges being a fan of the Cincinnati Bengals receiver formerly known as Chad Johnson, he’s not in any hurry to emulate Mr. Ocho Cinco. Same goes for Briscoe’s thoughts about Terrell Owens. Briscoe, a 6-foot-3, 200-pound KU sophomore, enjoys watching both NFL superstars play the position, but does not see any sit-ups in the driveway or Sharpies in the sock in his future.
Commentary: Giants’ Burress still doesn’t get the point
By Bob Glauber - Newsday
October 7, 2008 in print edition on B2
I apologize in advance, dear reader, but I won’t be writing today.
Afghans to be deported from tribal region
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A2
Pakistan ordered the deportation of about 50,000 Afghan refugees in an insurgency-racked tribal region amid a major military offensive against al-Qaida and Taliban fighters.
Red Sox eliminate Angels
Associated Press
October 7, 2008 in print edition on B4
The Boston Red Sox brushed aside the 100-win Angels in four games, dismissing their best-in-baseball regular season as last month’s news.
Palin surprise
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A7
To the editor: Gov. Palin surprised all us folks here in the boonies by doin’ a heckuvah job tellin’ us all of the real “nukyoular” threat of Iran.
Pump patrol
October 7, 2008 in print edition on A3
The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $2.97 at several stations.
People in the news
October 7, 2008 in print edition on B6
¢ Miley Cyrus celebrates Sweet 16 at Disneyland¢ Colbert on Colbert: It’s fun playing a jerk¢ May-Treanor out of ‘Dancing with the Stars’¢ ‘Idol’ LaKisha Jones weds in Beverly Hills¢ Broderick will return to Broadway next spring
Helpful hints for keeping your kids safe from fires
J-W Staff Reports
October 7, 2008 in print edition on C1
Fire Prevention Week has started, and state officials are reminding parents to do what they can to help protect their homes - and especially their children - from fires.Safe Kids Kansas and the state fire marshal say 57 children ages 14 and under in the state died in fires between 2000 and 2006 and another 377 were hospitalized. The most common causes for the deaths were children playing with items that can ignite a blaze and cooking equipment.
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