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Sept. 12, 2008 Douglas County tornados KU vs. USF Free State football vs. Shawnee Mission South
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Polls
Who was KU's first-half MVP against South Florida?

Poll results

Response Percent
Todd Reesing
 
 61%
Johnathan Wilson
 
 33%
Other
 
 2%
Jacob Branstetter
 
 2%
Darrell Stuckey
 
 0%
Total 42
How many points will South Florida score tonight against KU's defense?

Poll results

Response Percent
14-20
 
 46%
7-13
 
 39%
2-6
 
 5%
21-27
 
 5%
36 or more
 
 3%
28-35
 
 0%
0
 
 0%
Total 58
Should Kansas Regents universities be more selective when it comes to accepting students?

Poll results

Response Percent
Yes.
 
 59%
No.
 
 36%
Not sure.
 
 4%
Total 804
Videos

Lead stories

12:00 a.m.
Hilltop Child Development Center student Carter Elston tugs on a green bean as he and several classmates gather vegetables from the garden at the preschool at Kansas University. Hilltop was recently awarded a national grant that will buy gardening supplies and educational gardening resources. Planting seeds: Grant supports Hilltop’s efforts to teach children about gardening
By Jennifer Oldridge
September 11, 2008 in print edition on 1C
School has ramped up for another industrious year, marking a bittersweet end to the long, languid days most Lawrence children could spend outdoors, capturing fireflies or collecting worms. But for the kids at Hilltop Child Development Center, life in the wild has just begun.
6:00 a.m.
Panel urges changes in university admissions policy
By Scott Rothschild
September 11, 2008 in print edition on 1A
A task force Thursday recommended that the Kansas Board of Regents be in charge of setting admission standards for state universities.
2:00 p.m.
Cassie Teichmann, 4, twirls her umbrella and visits with crossing guard Sally Sanko in the rain Thursday across the street from Broken Arrow School at 27th and Louisiana streets. Rainy conditions are going to be the norm in Lawrence through early Sunday. Ike’s effects could reach southeast Kansas
By Mike Belt, George Diepenbrock
September 12, 2008 in print edition on 3A
As Hurricane Ike churns toward the Gulf Coast, Douglas County and much of Kansas will be dealing with soggy conditions. “The fear is the steady rain we will likely see over a period of time,” said Jennifer Schack, 6News chief meteorologist. Several inches could fall through Saturday in Douglas County as tropical moisture from the Pacific Ocean has mixed with a cold front from the north, she said. The forecast calls for rain to linger into early Sunday.
6:19 p.m.
A tornado touches down about one-half mile west of the Douglas-Johnson County line near 458 Road (North 900 Road) looking northwest on Friday. According to the photographer, the tornado rumbled across East 2300 Road just west of the silos. Douglas County tornado damages buildings
By Christine Metz
September 12, 2008
It was a wicked evening of weather in Douglas County, as at least one tornado touched down, causing damage to homes south of Eudora.
7:45 p.m.
Kansas head coach Mark Mangino and his son Tommy Mangino laugh with South Florida head coach Jim Leavitt prior to the start of the game Friday, Sept. 12, 2008 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. Bonani’s last-second field goal gives USF a 37-34 victory
By Jesse Newell
4:54 p.m., September 12, 2008 Updated 2:22 a.m.
Final, USF wins 37-34. Bonani’s 43-yard field goal split the uprights as time expired, giving the Bulls the victory.

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Friday, September 12 weather at 10 p.m.
By Matt Elwell
September 12, 2008
The forecast for Saturday, September 13 calls for a high of 76 with a low around 66.
KU receives research honor
By Jonathan Kealing
September 12, 2008
Kansas University continues to grow its research portfolio. KU is one of nine institutions that will split $280 million in research funding over the next four years - with planned, but not guaranteed, additional funding for two additional years, according to the National Institutes of Health.
Meals on Wheels sale postponed
September 12, 2008
Lawrence Meals on Wheels is postponing the garage sale that was set for Saturday, Sept. 13. A new date for the annual benefit hasn’t been set.
LHS football game canceled
Lions and Lancers will play at noon Saturday at LHS
05:42 p.m., September 12, 2008 Updated 06:35 p.m.
The Lawrence High football game scheduled for tonight with Shawnee Mission East has been canceled.
Bonani’s last-second field goal gives USF a 37-34 victory
The Newell Post Live
By Jesse Newell
04:54 p.m., September 12, 2008 Updated 02:22 a.m.
Final, USF wins 37-34. Bonani’s 43-yard field goal split the uprights as time expired, giving the Bulls the victory.
Douglas County tornado damages buildings
By Christine Metz
September 12, 2008
It was a wicked evening of weather in Douglas County, as at least one tornado touched down, causing damage to homes south of Eudora.
Jury finds 19-year-old guilty of murdering former Lawrence resident
By George Diepenbrock
September 12, 2008
A Missouri jury has convicted a 19-year-old Kansas City, Mo., man for the 2007 murder of a former Lawrence resident.
Lawrence resident sentenced to 20 years for Ottawa shooting
By George Diepenbrock
September 12, 2008
A Lawrence man was sentenced last week to serve 20 years in prison for his role in a 2006 Ottawa shooting.
Man indicted in mailbox explosives case
By Jesse Fray
September 12, 2008
A 22-year-old has been indicted on charges of manufacturing explosives and destroying a mailbox in Douglas County.
Judge won’t raise bond for teen murder defendant Kellam Jones
By George Diepenbrock
September 12, 2008
A judge on Friday denied a request from prosecutors to raise the bond of a 17-year-old murder suspect who is accused in a June 7 botched robbery in east Lawrence.
Seabury volleyball falls
J-W Staff Reports
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B5
Seabury Academy fell to Elwood, 25-20, 22-25, 25-15, and lost to McLouth, 25-20, 25-20, on Thursday night at Seabury.
Big 12 tickets to go on sale
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B2
The Big 12 Conference and Oklahoma City All Sports Association have announced that tickets for the 2009 Big 12 men’s and women’s basketball tournament will be available beginning on Monday.
Leaders say deal to share power struck
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A2
President Robert Mugabe agreed to share power with the opposition Thursday after more than two decades as Zimbabwe’s unchallenged leader, South Africa’s president announced.
Mayer: Flawed history amended
By Bill Mayer
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B1
Gotta try again to correct some flawed history. Don Haskins just died, and he was a pretty good college basketball coach. Still I don’t consider him the ultra-noble social engineer that Sports Illustrated and the film “Glory Road” depict him. Don rode pretty good coat-tails into Valhalla.
Iowa State to stick with two-QB system
Associated Press
September 12, 2008
Controversy? What controversy? Iowa State’s quarterback dilemma hasn’t looked like one so far. Sophomores Austen Arnaud and Phillip Bates have both shown they can lead the offense, and the statistics bear that out.
Man suspected of sausage attack set free
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A2
A man suspected of breaking into the home of two California farm workers, rubbing spices into the face of one man and smacking another with an 8-inch sausage has been set free.
Rec calendar
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B3
A list of recreational sporting activities in and around Lawrence.
Award recognizes Bert Nash diversity efforts
J-W Staff Reports
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B11
Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center, 200 Maine, recently received the Society of Human Resource Management Jayhawk Chapter’s 2008 Diversity Award.
Jeb Bush says reform needed
By Cal Thomas
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A11
I ask him what he thinks Republicans must do - regardless of the election outcome - to win back a congressional majority and the trust of the public.
Hitting the road for charity
More than 8,000 riders to raise funds for March of Dimes
By Erin Castaneda
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A3
William Bagwell knows he is fortunate to have three healthy children, but the Harley-Davidson rider has friends who have faced the struggles of premature births. To combine his longtime passion for riding motorcycles and to help families ensure their babies are born healthy, he’ll be cruising along with more than 8,000 riders Sunday for the 14th annual March of Dimes Bikers for Babies.
Candidates to visit Farmers’ Market
J-W Staff Reports
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A3
Area residents can register to vote and meet local and state candidates at Saturday’s Farmers’ Market.
Lancers, rain await
LHS expects small crowd tonight
By Matt Tait
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B7
Tonight’s Lawrence High-Shawnee Mission East football contest likely will bring out only the most loyal LHS fans. With the weather forecast calling for thunderstorms and high winds, and Kansas University’s 13th-ranked football team playing No. 19 South Florida on ESPN2, it seems fair to predict that Haskell Stadium will have a few more empty seats than normal for the 7:30 p.m. kickoff.
Jurors deliberate in Mo. murder case
J-W Staff Reports
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A3
Jackson County, Mo., jurors got the case Thursday afternoon for a man accused of robbing and killing a former Lawrence resident.
Ambassadors expelled, recalled
Associated Press
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A9
The Bush administration on Thursday ordered the expulsion of Bolivia’s ambassador to the U.S. after Bolivia expelled the U.S. envoy there in an escalating tit-for-tat. Hours later, Venezuela’s president, claiming the U.S. was trying to depose him, ordered the U.S. ambassador in Caracas to leave the country.
House OKs $8B relief for highway trust fund
By Jim Abrams - Associated Press Writer
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A7
Congress on Thursday sent President Bush an $8 billion rescue package for the federal highway trust fund. The infusion comes as the trust fund, which relies on declining revenues from the federal gas tax, verges on going broke, threatening road and bridge projects in every state.
Young: No cause to worry
Titans QB addresses team’s concerns
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B2
Titans quarterback Vince Young insists he never wavered in his commitment to football.
Meals on Wheels sale set for Saturday
J-W Staff Reports
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A5
Lawrence Meals on Wheels is having its annual garage sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Proceeds supplement the cost of their meals.
Texas braces for huge Ike
By Michael Graczyk - Associated Press Writer
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A6
Cars and trucks streamed inland and chemical companies buttoned up their plants Thursday as a gigantic Hurricane Ike took aim at the heart of the U.S. refining industry and threatened to send a wall of water crashing toward Houston.
Gov. contrasts
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A10
To the editor: I love presidential election years when yard signs and fall leaves compete for space in my yard. I also love the rhetoric that goes back and forth about the candidates. I have read, with interest, recent editorials and articles about John McCain’s surprise pick to be his running mate: Gov. Sarah Palin.
Drugs affect more drinking water
By Martha Mendoza - Associated Press Writer
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A8
Testing prompted by an Associated Press story that revealed trace amounts of pharmaceuticals in drinking water supplies has shown that more Americans are affected by the problem than previously thought - at least 46 million.
Banff Mountain film fest makes seventh stop
September 12, 2008 in print edition on C1
The Banff Mountain Film Festival, a collection of the best films involving mountain sports, will be shown at 7 p.m. today and Saturday at Liberty Hall, 644 Mass.
Jury seated in O.J. Simpson’s trial
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A2
An all-white jury was chosen late Thursday to judge O.J. Simpson and a co-defendant on kidnapping and robbery charges after a contentious courtroom battle in which defense lawyers argued blacks were being systematically excluded by the prosecution.
Bulls’ QB eerily familiar to KU
By Dugan Arnett
September 12, 2008
Despite having seen only limited game footage of South Florida as of Tuesday afternoon, members of the Kansas University secondary unit already had seen something eerily familiar while watching Bulls quarterback Matt Grothe pick apart opposing defenses. “He reminds us of Todd (Reesing),” Kansas cornerback Chris Harris said.
Energy action
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A10
To the editor: Sunday’s Lawrence Journal-World business page had an article stating the federal Transportation Department is almost out of funds due to high gasoline prices, which reduces fuel usage and tax revenues, thus delaying badly needed payments to state road and bridge projects.
Unhappy Facebook users likely to accept new site
By Wailin Wong - Chicago Tribune
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B11
Imagine coming home from work to find your house in a different color, the rooms switched around and the furniture rearranged.
On the record
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A4
An employee of Dr. Kevin Lenahan Optometrists and Associates, 935 Iowa, reported several doors at the business were damaged, and 100 pairs of various sunglasses and glasses were stolen, along with $368 in cash. The total estimated loss is $11,838. The incident occurred between Saturday and Monday.
People in the news
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B10
¢ Phelps dons game face for ‘SNL’¢ Kanye West arrested in airport altercation¢ It’s a boy for Laila Ali and Curtis Conway¢ Comedian Ron White arrested for drugs¢ DMX extradited to Phoenix from Miami
Ribbon cuttings planned in Lawrence
J-W Staff Reports
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B11
The Lawrence Chamber of Commerce recently announced ribbon-cutting events for the following local businesses:
Jayhawk soccer forward enjoying better days
By Jesse Temple
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B1
During her darkest days last year, Emily Cressy wondered if she had made a mistake. Maybe she shouldn’t have committed to play for Kansas University, she thought. Maybe the soccer sensation from sunny California with the golden left foot should have found a way to remain on the West Coast. She’d always dreamed of playing for UCLA, after all.
Web allows photos to take on new identities
By Jon Niccum
September 12, 2008 in print edition on C1
In past decades people lived in fear of being shown pictures that caught them in compromising positions. But in the post-Internet age, folks seem to embrace it.
Bankers say Lehman asking rivals for lifeline
Associated Press
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A6
Its future in jeopardy and options dwindling, Lehman Brothers scoured Wall Street Thursday for a financial lifeline. Top executives contacted banks and rival investment houses about a possible deal to buy the company, bankers and industry executives close to the situation said.
National League Roundup: Harden helps Cubs edge Cards
Associated Press
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B4
Rich Harden worked six solid innings, and Kerry Wood got Albert Pujols to pop up with two men on for the final out in Chicago’s victory over St. Louis.
Rotary chief takes district reins
By Alex Parker
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B12
For Vickie Randel, service means everything. After all, she’s been training to lead more than 2,000 volunteers from northeast Kansas for more than two years.
Air Force band to play in Tonganoxie
J-W Staff Reports
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A3
For one night only, the sounds of an acclaimed U.S. Air Force band will fill the Tonganoxie Performing Arts Center.
‘Burn After Reading’ is dark and energetic
By Roger Moore - The Orlando Sentinel
September 12, 2008 in print edition on C2
The best movies by the Coen brothers are deadpan essays in dark comedy, with intricate plots and memorable character performances. Those traits apply to their worst films as well, devilishly dry character studies that can seem like an inside joke between two closer-than-close siblings.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A10
From the Lawrence Daily World for Sept. 12, 1908: “L.L. Tuttle of this city has been the victim of fraud and lost $58 on a clever forger. The forger was posing as an old soldier when he got the money.
American League Roundup: Big inning sinks White Sox
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B4
Shaun Marcum pitched effectively for 71â3, innings and Toronto broke a scoreless tie with six runs in the eighth Thursday night in beating Chicago, its 11th win in 12 games.
Solemn rituals mark 7th anniversary of 9/11
1st permanent memorial dedicated
By Amy Westfeldt - Associated Press Writer
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A1
Familiar rituals of grief marked the seventh anniversary of Sept. 11 on Thursday as thousands paid tribute at the attack sites, the presidential candidates laid flowers at ground zero and children mourned parents they can barely remember.
Royals clip Twins in 10
Associated Press
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B4
In the end, Minnesota’s bullpen blew another one - after the latest strong start by Francisco Liriano.
Horoscopes
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B10
You will achieve a lot this year. You will have an opportunity to brave new horizons and do things far more differently. Whether you choose to is your call. The unexpected occurs with those you care about, especially within partnerships.
Ike’s effects could reach southeast Kansas
Local leaders, Guard members keep eye on conditions to south
By Mike Belt & George Diepenbrock
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A3
As Hurricane Ike churns toward the Gulf Coast, Douglas County and much of Kansas will be dealing with soggy conditions. “The fear is the steady rain we will likely see over a period of time,” said Jennifer Schack, 6News chief meteorologist. Several inches could fall through Saturday in Douglas County as tropical moisture from the Pacific Ocean has mixed with a cold front from the north, she said. The forecast calls for rain to linger into early Sunday.
Rehabilitation clinic to celebrate 7 years
J-W Staff Reports
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B11
Baldwin Therapy Services, 814 High St., Suite A, Baldwin City, will celebrate seven years in business with an open house from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday.
Commodities
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B11
Agriculture futures traded mostly lower Thursday on the Chicago Board of Trade. Wheat for December delivery rose 0.5 cent to $7.2625; December corn slipped 3.5 cents to $5.3325; December oats fell 7.5 cents to $3.30; November soybeans dropped 2 cents to $11.76.
Company withdraws proposal for casino
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A4
The only company to show an interest in running a state-owned casino in Cherokee County has dropped its plans, leaving southeast Kansas without anything to show for its long support for gambling.
Huskers to stay with three backs
Associated Press
September 12, 2008
Nebraska has no plans to alter its three-man rotation at running back, coach Bo Pelini said.
Commentary: Athletes’ lives often are not all rosy
By Tim Dahlberg - Associated Press Sports Columnist
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B2
On the opening page of his official Web site, there’s a photo montage of Vince Young looking nearly as invincible as Superman. You get the feeling about the only thing he can’t do is fly.
Red Cross deep in debt after recent storms
Associated Press
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A1
The wave of storms battering the U.S. has plunged the American Red Cross deep into debt as it rushes to prepare for Hurricane Ike, prompting a searching look at how to stabilize its finances.
VP choice boosts McCain’s coverage
By Rex W. Huppke - Chicago Tribune
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A2
Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin has helped open a pipeline of coverage for Sen. John McCain’s presidential campaign, giving the GOP candidate almost 60 percent more media attention last week than Sen. Barack Obama, according to findings of a study released Thursday - a dramatic reversal from earlier in the campaign.
Free Sarah!
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A10
To the editor: The McCain campaign says it may allow only token media access to its new celebrity VP nominee before the elections. Senior McCain strategist Rick Davis said, “We’re going to do whatever we think is in our best interest - under terms and conditions the campaign decides.”
Old Home Town - 40 years ago
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A10
About 3,000 freshmen were due on the Kansas University campus for the first events of KU’s 103rd year.
Pump patrol
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A3
The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $3.43 at several locations.
Democrats call for foreclosure freeze
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A2
Four Democratic senators urged the mortgage companies Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac on Thursday to temporarily freeze foreclosures on loans they hold.
Art fairs highlight weekend
By Terry Rombeck
September 12, 2008 in print edition on C1
Anyone in the market for arts and crafts can hit the jackpot this weekend in Lawrence. Both the Haskell Indian Art Market and the Lawrence Fall Arts and Crafts Fair are expected to draw thousands to town, though organizers are a bit concerned this year about the turnout.
9/11 mourners visit Dole Institute
By Jesse Fray
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A4
Visitors placed flowers and cards near the World Trade Center Memorial at Kansas University’s Dole Institute of Politics on Thursday, to commemorate the seven-year anniversary of 9/11.
Tech association to have annual picnic
J-W Staff Reports
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B11
The Lawrence Technology Association will have its second annual LTA Picnic from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Sept. 26 in Centennial Park at the East Shelter.
Deaths make 2008 deadliest for US in Afghanistan
By Jason Straziuso - Associated Press Writer
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A9
Insurgents killed two U.S. troops in Afghanistan on the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks Thursday, making 2008 the deadliest year for American forces since U.S. troops invaded the country in 2001 for sheltering Osama bin Laden.
23rd St. driveway reduction project a slow business
By Chad Lawhorn
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A1
If ever there was a spot in Lawrence where spending $500,000 in state money for road improvements would be easy, you’d think it would be on 23rd Street. But so far it hasn’t been. City leaders this week are moving forward on a new project aimed at reducing the number of driveways along the busy east-west stretch of road.
Presbyterian Manor prepares for fundraiser
J-W Staff Reports
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A5
Lawrence Presbyterian Manor’s annual fall fundraiser is next week.
Homeland insecurity: Laurie Anderson takes uncompromising look at how America has changed
By Jon Niccum
September 12, 2008 in print edition on C1
Laurie Anderson is a threat to national security. At least that’s how the FBI viewed Anderson after encountering one of her inventions. Several years ago, the renowned experimental musician/artist created a device called a “talking stick” for an opera she was performing about “Moby Dick.”
Still no talks between Boeing, striking union
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A5
Six days into a strike by Boeing Co. aircraft assembly workers, there have been no direct talks between the aerospace company and the Machinists union.
KU vs. USF: Head to head
By Dugan Arnett
September 12, 2008
Two games into the 2008 season, the Kansas football team has yet to establish a consistent ground attack. Both Jake Sharp and transfer Jocques Crawford have struggled to get going offensively, and coach Mark Mangino said earlier this week that third-string running back Angus Quigley (15 carries, 84 yards against Louisiana Tech) will play a bigger role in Friday’s game.
Bag with small body found in river
By Amy Teibel - Associated Press Writer
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A7
Police divers searching a river Thursday pulled out a red duffel bag holding a small skull, bones and clothes they said probably was the body of a 4-year-old French girl believed killed by her mother’s lover - the child’s grandfather.
Classy reunion
KU, USF coaches worked together at KSU
By Dugan Arnett
September 12, 2008
Years ago, when Kansas University coach Mark Mangino and South Florida’s Jim Leavitt were toiling away as members of coaching legend Bill Snyder’s staff at Kansas State, it was inconceivable they one day would be in the position they are today - coaches of two of the top programs in the land. Back then, in the mid-90s, they were too busy worrying about keeping their heads above water. There were game plans to be developed and video to break down and recruits to pursue. There was no time to dream.
Report: Kim recovering from brain surgery
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A2
North Korea’s Kim Jong Il had brain surgery after a stroke last month and could have partial paralysis on one side, media reports said Thursday, after the South Korean government said the communist leader remained in control of his country.
Buyer’s and seller’s idea could put them in jail
By David W. Myers
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B11
The real estate market is tough in most parts of the nation, but that’s no excuse for either a buyer or seller to fudge on a home-sale contract or mortgage application.
GOP running against itself
By Garrison Keilor
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A11
So the Republicans have decided to run against themselves. The bums have tiptoed out the back door and circled around to the front and started yelling, “Throw the bums out!”
Sooners stumped by poor play on road
Associated Press
September 12, 2008
Bob Stoops probed his players to see if they had any solutions to improve Oklahoma’s poor play on the road. He came away without any real answers.
Off to a running start
Free State QB Torneden rushes for 143 yards in first start
By Jesse Temple
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B1
Life for a 5-foot-7, 160-pound quarterback can be tough. Take, for example, the most basic of plays - when offensive linemen pop out of their crouch after the snap. Sometimes seeing receivers downfield is possible, sometimes not. Camren Torneden knows all this firsthand. He’d rather dare defenders to catch him instead - if they can, that is.
Palin Zamboni puts family issues on ice
By Ellen Goodman
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A10
Hey, wasn’t that our line? Weren’t the Neanderthals who wanted women to stay in their traditional roles these same conservatives? Suddenly, we are watching the parade of the flip-floppers, patriarchs with pedicures.
Free State volleyball defeats LHS
J-W Staff Reports
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B5
Free State High opened its volleyball season with a 25-18, 25-16 victory against Lawrence High on Thursday night at Olathe North.
Baylor moved to tonight
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B2
The Washington State-Baylor football game has been moved up to tonight to avoid complications with Hurricane Ike on the Texas coast this weekend.
Interview tests Palin, Gibson
By Mark Washburn - McClatchy Newspapers
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A2
Thursday’s ABC News interview with Sarah Palin not only was a test of her media skills, but also of the reputation of ABC News anchor Charles Gibson.
‘Gym Teacher’ funny for all ages
By Kevin McDonough
September 12, 2008 in print edition on B10
“Gym Teacher: The Movie” (7 p.m., Nickelodeon) is as funny and silly as its title, and that’s saying a lot. Cast against type as a failed Olympic gymnast turned middle school physical-education instructor, Christopher Meloni (“Law & Order: SVU”) makes the most of a goofy, slapstick character.
Political asset
J-W Editorials
September 12, 2008 in print edition on A10
If you’re trying to cut through the political spin of the current presidential campaign, give the Dole Institute of Politics a try. A hotly contested presidential election really points out what a tremendous resource the Dole Institute of Politics is for Kansas University and the rest of Lawrence.
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