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Archive for Monday, September 22, 2008

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Polls
In the wake of the country's financial troubles how would you gauge your attention to the stock market today?

Poll results

Response Percent
I’m paying more attention to it.
 
 40%
I’m paying about the same attention to it.
 
 31%
I never paid much attention to it anyway.
 
 26%
I’m paying less attention to it.
 
 1%
Total 459
Videos

Lead stories

12:00 a.m.
Annabell Davis, 9, center, stalks a monarch butterfly during a tagging event at the Baker Wetlands. The Jayhawk Audubon Society and Monarch Watch coordinated the event, in which participants caught and tagged butterflies for tracking purposes during their annual migration. About 500 people helped with the project on Saturday morning. Butterflies tagged for Mexico migration
By Alex Parker
September 21, 2008 in print edition on 1B
Act like a praying mantis. That was the message Kansas University ecology and evolutionary biology professor Chip Taylor gave to about 500 people who took part in the tagging of monarch butterflies Saturday at the Baker Wetlands.
6:00 a.m.
This aerial photo looks west along two Kansas Turnpike bridges being replaced at the northern edge of Lawrence. Construction of a new three-lane span is underway north of the bridges, and the Kansas Turnpike Authority is required to plant 60 trees to replace the 20 destroyed during construction. The trees will go along the east side of the river, beginning just past the site seen in the bottom, right-hand corner of the photo. Turnpike overhaul not limited to roadway
By Mark Fagan
September 22, 2008 in print edition on 1A
Kansas Turnpike Authority is preparing to make things easier for nearly 30,000 drivers who cross the Kansas River each day at the edge of Lawrence, spending $113 million for new bridges, lanes and other features for cars, trucks and other vehicles.
6:00 p.m.
The Eichler family - mom Monika, dad David, 5-month-old Elyse and six-year-old Lauren - live in a straw bale home in Leavenworth County just northeast of Lawrence. Straw-bale home touted for efficiency and aesthetics
By Christine Metz
September 22, 2008 in print edition on 1A
On the outskirts of David and Monika Eichler’s airy kitchen is a set of elaborately carved doors built into a thick wall. Designed to look as though they came out of a Grimm Brothers fairy tale, the doors are a window into the 900 bales of straw sandwiched inside the house.
10:00 p.m.
Caleb Powelson, 12, Wellsville, started the Bushels of Love Foundation charity. Boy helps needy by the bushel
By Lindsey Slater
September 22, 2008 in print edition on 1A
Caleb Powelson is a 12-year-old kid from Wellsville who plays flag football and likes jumping on the trampoline in his big backyard. What makes him above average is one idea: to start his own charity. One Sunday in church, he grabbed a pamphlet to sponsor a child in Africa. This got him thinking about what he could do to help needy families.

All stories

KU Law School community gathers to celebrate life of Jana Mackey
September 22, 2008
The KU Law School community gathers to remember to life of a student murdered by her ex-boyfriend over the Summer. Second-year law student Jana Mackey was found dead July 3 inside her ex-boyfriend’s home - but on Monday night, it was her life members of the KU Law School were celebrating.
Monday, September 22 weather at 10 p.m.
By Matt Elwell
September 22, 2008
The forecast for Tuesday, September 23 calls for a high of 85 with a low around 62.
Back to business for Eudora High, Basehor-Linwood High football teams
September 22, 2008
It’s back to business as usual this week for the Eudora High and Basehor-Linwood High football teams. Both programs are coming off a rare five-day stretch that saw them play two games…
Reesing’s scramble one for the ages
September 22, 2008
10 years from now, Kansas football fans who attended Saturday’s game against Sam Houston State will still be talking about ‘The Play.’
Speed limit increase in Eudora put on hold
September 22, 2008
A push by the city of Eudora to raise speed limits on County Road 10-61 will be put on hold.
KidCast: Davis Reed
September 22, 2008
The record high for September 22 is 100 in 1937. The record low is 34 in 1995 and 2007.
KU defense still in question
September 22, 2008
Bend but don’t break - that saying definitely applied to the Kansas defense during Saturday’s 38-14 victory over Sam Houston State.
Boy helps needy by the bushel
By Lindsey Slater
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A1
Caleb Powelson is a 12-year-old kid from Wellsville who plays flag football and likes jumping on the trampoline in his big backyard. What makes him above average is one idea: to start his own charity. One Sunday in church, he grabbed a pamphlet to sponsor a child in Africa. This got him thinking about what he could do to help needy families.
Female felons take center stage at Lawrence Arts Center
By Jesse Fray
September 22, 2008
As a part of the P.E.A.R.L. Project, female inmates dream of life outside prison.
Block of Indiana Street may remain closed another year because of Oread Inn construction
By Chad Lawhorn
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A1
Motorists near Kansas University should expect another year’s worth of street closures related to the Oread Inn hotel project.
County takes up issue of who constructs driveway entrances
By George Diepenbrock
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A4
Douglas County Commissioners had a wide-ranging discussion Monday about the county getting more involved in installing entrances to private properties.
On heels of hurricane, attorney general warns of charity scams
By Sophia Maines
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A3
News of Gulf Coast communities devastated by Hurricane Ike may motivate people to donate to charity, but Kansas Attorney General Steven Six issued a word of caution recently.
Annual book sale kicks off Thursday night
By Lindsey Slater
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A3
The Friends of the Lawrence Public Library’s annual book sale will run from Thursday through Oct. 5.
Kansas Chamber of Commerce lends ear to scientist who disputes man-made global warming
By Scott Rothschild
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A1
Global warming? So what. That was the message Monday from research scientist and best-selling author Roy Spencer to legislative leaders, lobbyists and leading business officials at the Kansas Chamber of Commerce business and energy summit.
Yellow House owners plead not guilty to obstruction charges
By George Diepenbrock
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A3
Owners of a Lawrence secondhand store pleaded not guilty Monday afternoon in federal court to obstruction charges.
Sebelius signs on to Pickens’ energy plan
Associated Press
September 22, 2008
The governor announced Monday that she has signed T. Boone Pickens’ energy independence pledge and supports the Texas oil billionaire’s call on the next president and Congress to deliver a comprehensive energy plan in the first 100 days of the next administration.
Standoff near Baldwin City continues into early morning
By Jesse Fray & Jeff Myrick
01:33 p.m., September 22, 2008 Updated 03:46 a.m.
Law enforcement officers are responding to the report of an individual who has threatened to self harm southeast of Baldwin City, Douglas County Undersheriff Steve Hornberger said.
Sebelius says increased oversight should accompany Wall Street bailout
By Scott Rothschild
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A2
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius on Monday urged the Bush administration and Congress to make sure that any bailout of Wall Street also would establish governmental oversight, the lack of which, she said, has helped lead to the current financial problems.
Straw-bale home touted for efficiency and aesthetics
By Christine Metz
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A1
On the outskirts of David and Monika Eichler’s airy kitchen is a set of elaborately carved doors built into a thick wall. Designed to look as though they came out of a Grimm Brothers fairy tale, the doors are a window into the 900 bales of straw sandwiched inside the house.
Kaw Valley Farm Tour to feature family-owned bison ranch
By Karrey Britt
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A3
Don and Terri Gibbs tried buffalo steaks more than 20 years ago and they were immediately hooked.
KU-ISU to be at 11:30 a.m., televised by Versus
September 22, 2008
The Big 12 Conference announced Monday that the Kansas University-Iowa State University football will be at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 4, and televised by the Versus Network.
Martha watch
September 22, 2008 in print edition on C1
Over at Martha Stewart’s blog, appropriately named The Martha Blog, she discusses the debut of her daughter Alexis’ new cable show, “Whatever, Martha!” On the show, Alexis and co-host Jennifer Koppelman Hutt “analyze” past episodes of “The Martha Stewart Show” to provide commentary and “poke fun,” Martha says.
Turnpike overhaul not limited to roadway
New trees around Kansas River bridges may provide roosts for bald eagles
By Mark Fagan
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A1
Kansas Turnpike Authority is preparing to make things easier for nearly 30,000 drivers who cross the Kansas River each day at the edge of Lawrence, spending $113 million for new bridges, lanes and other features for cars, trucks and other vehicles.
2 dead as helicopter crashes into house
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A2
A helicopter crashed into the roof of a house early Sunday, killing two people in the aircraft, but five people in the house were uninjured, police reported. The helicopter crashed around 5:30 a.m., about one mile south of the Kenosha Airport, police Sgt. Eric Larsen said.
City Commission agenda: Food festival seeks alcohol permit
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A4
The city will hear a request for temporary permit to sell alcoholic beverages at the Lawrence Originals Food Festival at South Park from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 8.
NFL Roundup: Dallas punishes Packers
The Associated Press
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B4
The Dallas Cowboys leaned on their defense and running game - then unleashed little-known wide receiver Miles Austin to put away a 27-16 victory over Green Bay.
Mangino says QB trying too hard
KU coach wants junior just ‘to play quarterback’
By Dugan Arnett
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B1
The gunslinger mentality Todd Reesing has developed during his time as Kansas University’s starting quarterback certainly has its perks. It has earned him mention in various national sports publications - the New York Times sports page being the most recent example.
American League Roundup: So long, Yankee Stadium
The Associated Press
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B5
Mariano Rivera finished what Babe Ruth started 85 years ago, and New York bid farewell to fabled Yankee Stadium with a victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday night that prevented postseason elimination - at least for a day.
Vandy joins AP Top 25
The Associated Press
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B2
The Southeastern Conference needs to find another pushover. Vanderbilt, for years the weakest team in college football’s toughest league, moved into the AP Top 25 on Sunday for the first time in 24 years.
Yankee greats bid farewell
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B2
Even Yogi Berra knew this was the end. As baseball said farewell to Yankee Stadium, one of the game’s most beloved players stood beneath the stands in a full vintage uniform. Now 83, the man who coined the phrase “it ain’t over till it’s over” put his own stamp on the day.
Media, military conduct joint maneuvers
By Mike Belt
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A1
The rusted wreckage of cars and trucks littered both sides of the narrow, rutted dirt road. A convoy of Army Humvees plowed their way past, sometime barely able to avoid scraping the burned-out metal hulks.
Pumpkin and apples wed well in oven pancake
The Associated Press
September 22, 2008 in print edition on C1
Be sure to serve this light, baked pancake adapted from Lou Seibert Pappas’ “A Harvest of Pumpkins and Squash” as soon as it comes out of the oven. Cast-iron skillets work particularly well with baked pancakes.
Cutting costs
September 22, 2008 in print edition on C1
Want to find an extra $8,000 per year for home improvement projects? Consider taking public transportation. The American Public Transportation Association estimates that the average driver can save $672 each month by using public transportation.
3 die in house fire
The Associated Press
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A4
Three people are dead after a house fire early Saturday morning in unincorporated Johnson County. A passing motorist on Interstate 35 and a neighbor spotted the blaze around 3:45 a.m., and all three victims were found in what officials believe were two bedrooms.
Small accidents mean big trouble for supercollider
By Alexander G. Higgins - Associated Press Writer
September 22, 2008 in print edition on C8
Scientists expect startup glitches in the massive, complex machines they use to smash atoms. But the unique qualities of the world’s largest particle collider mean that the meltdown of a small electrical connection could delay its groundbreaking research until next year, scientists said Sunday.
USF linebacker cleared
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B2
South Florida linebacker Brouce Mompremier was cleared to return home Sunday, one day after being airlifted to a Miami hospital following a collision with a teammate in the Bulls’ game against FIU.
Westbrook X-ray negative
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B2
Eagles running back Brian Westbrook strained his ankle in Philadelphia’s 15-6 victory against Pittsburgh on Sunday and will have an MRI today. Eagles coach Andy Reid said X-rays on the ankle were negative but the team would do more tests.
Compound raided in child porn case
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A2
Federal authorities conducting a child-porn investigation raided the headquarters Saturday of a ministry run by a convicted tax evader once labeled by prosecutors as a polygamist who preys on girls and women.
Bettencourt sets record
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B2
Matt Bettencourt won the Oregon Classic for his first Nationwide Tour title Sunday, closing with a 3-under 69 for a two-stroke victory over former U.S. Amateur champion Bubba Dickerson.
‘Mother of all bailouts’ may reach $1 trillion
The Associated Press
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A1
The Bush administration insisted Sunday that Congress must move quickly to approve what one lawmaker called the “mother of all bailouts” - a $700 billion proposal to buy a mountain of bad mortgage debt in an effort to unfreeze the nation’s credit markets.
Biffle a perfect 2-for-2
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B2
Greg Biffle finished a middling regular season as a driver who just couldn’t win. Now, he’s the one who simply can’t lose.
Ex-Hutch hoops player dies
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B2
Former Wichita Heights High and Hutchinson Community College basketball player Cortez Barnes died in a car accident Sunday morning, the Wichita Eagle reports. Barnes was an all-state player in 1990, leading the Falcons to third place in the Class 6A tournament. He led Southern Indiana to the 1995 NCAA Division II championship, where he was the Most Valuable Player of the title game.
Economic well-being takes center stage in campaign
By Steven R. Hurst - Associated Press Writer
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A2
Democrat Barack Obama said there should be several conditions on an emergency $700 billion government plan to prop up the critically ill U.S. economy, while Republican John McCain challenged his opponent’s readiness to lead the country out of its financial nightmare.
Nearly 53,000 Chinese children sick from milk
By Scott McDonald - Associated Press Writer
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A2
The number of children in China sickened by dairy products tainted with the banned industrial chemical melamine has jumped to nearly 53,000, the government said Sunday as it vowed to crack down on those responsible for one of China’s worst food safety scandals in years.
U.S. captain Azinger deserves credit
By Ron Green Jr. - The Charlotte Observer
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B2
They lined up across the Valhalla clubhouse balcony late Sunday afternoon, side by side in their matching smiles and champagne-soaked shirts. The American Ryder Cup team, an endangered species before the past few days, waved flags, led cheers and sang off-key songs the way they’ve seen the Europeans do for too long.
Church, football help ease pain from Hurricane Ike
By Angela K. Brown and Cain Burdeau - Associated Press Writers
September 22, 2008 in print edition on C8
Wearing jeans and rubber boots, clutching Bibles and weeping between hymns, residents of the storm-shattered Texas coast comforted each other Sunday at makeshift church services that provided more than a respite from Hurricane Ike cleanup.
President resigns after power struggle
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A2
South African President Thabo Mbeki told the nation Sunday that he had resigned, having lost a power struggle to a rival tainted by allegations of corruption but poised now to lead the country.
LHS Hall of Honor inducts new class
By Sophia Maines
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A3
Four new faces were added to Lawrence High School’s Hall of Honor on Sunday. The Lawrence Alumni Association inducted Rex Johnson, former longtime Douglas County sheriff; John McGrew, a Realtor and developer recognized for his nature preservation efforts; singer/songwriter Chuck Mead; and Dr. Michael Miner, a neurosurgeon, professor and author.
Neighbors pleased that district taking time out on new fields
By Alex Parker
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A3
Opponents of construction projects at Lawrence High School shuffled out of City Hall last Tuesday night after watching city commissioners approve projects that would add athletic fields at LHS and Free State High School. They had lost a battle.
Both candidates have work to do
By David Broder
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A7
Friday evening in Oxford, Miss., Barack Obama and John McCain will meet in the first presidential debate of 2008, and this dramatic campaign will in all likelihood reach another turning point. The matchup could have come much earlier, but Obama turned down McCain’s invitation to join in a series of joint town hall meetings during the summer.
A trust issue
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A7
To the editor: Telling the truth! There is only one reason to lie: to make others act as they would not if they knew the truth. While most of us try to do the right thing, we can only act right when we know the truth. Deceit robs us of free choice. Democracy relies upon the judgment of its citizens, but, without trust, how can we choose?
On the record
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A4
Four people were injured Saturday at a Mud-A-Thon in McLouth when a speeding truck lost control, went airborne and entered the spectator area, said Carl Chalfant of the McLouth Fire Department.
The meal is the message: Study seeks patterns in food choices
By Arthur Max - Associated Press Writer
September 22, 2008 in print edition on C8
At the university cafeteria, women linger longer than men over their lunch decisions. Given a choice, they tend to opt for meat labeled “animal friendly,” while men likely will go for a new product. Cameras are watching them. From inside a control room, monitors record the customers’ movements, hesitations, facial expressions, posture, weight, even their eating habits.
Look it up
A Kansas icon provided our next president an ideal blueprint for vision, success and achievement.
J-W Editorials
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A7
Many will agree that Dwight David Eisenhower, who grew up in Abilene, rates as one of Kansas’ most distinguished sons. He had a brilliant career as a patriot, soldier and public servant. Periodically there are attempts to depict “Ike” as some sort of good old boy who just happened to be in the right place at crucial moments.
General presses for good relations
By Mike Belt
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A5
Lt. Gen. William Caldwell is trying to change the military mindset when it comes to dealing with the news media. “Our culture says the press is nothing but an absolute annoyance,” Caldwell said. “Therefore, the very time when we probably should be giving the press access we are, in fact, doing the exact opposite.”
Longhorns TE out for year
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B2
Texas tight end Blaine Irby will miss the rest of the season after dislocating his right knee Saturday against Rice, trainer Kenny Boyd said Sunday. Irby caught 10 passes for 95 yards and two touchdowns this season.
U.S. reclaims Ryder Cup from Europe
Trophy moves to American soil for first time in 9 years
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B2
Phil Mickelson draped an American flag over his shoulders as he sauntered up the 18th fairway. U.S. captain Paul Azinger sprinted up the stairs to the clubhouse balcony at Valhalla, grabbed the biggest bottle of bubbly he could find and joined a party that plays out every two years at the Ryder Cup.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A7
From the Lawrence Daily World for Sept. 22, 1908: “Dr. F.H. Snow, The Grand Old Man of Mount Oread, died the morning of Sept. 21 at Delafield, Wis., where he had gone with his wife and daughter, Miss Edith Snow, in search of better health.
Self mentor Larry Brown to be back in town
By Gary Bedore
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B1
There are some striking similarities between Kansas University basketball coach Bill Self and his mentor, Larry Brown. Hall of Famer Brown led the Jayhawks to an NCAA championship in 1988 at the age of 47 in his 16th year as a head coach. Self led the same program to a national title 20 years later at the age of 45 in his 15th year as a head coach.
Kids Voting poll workers needed
Staff Reports
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B8
Kids Voting is looking for volunteers for numerous polling stations in Douglas County. Volunteers will work in shifts Tuesday, Nov. 4, to help young people place their vote and count ballots.
Olmert resigns; Livni to seek coalition
By Mark Lavie - Associated Press Writer
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A8
Israeli Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni wasted no time Sunday working to put together a new government, meeting with potential coalition partners even as outgoing Prime Minister Ehud Olmert formally resigned. Her ability to move fast in her first task could have far-reaching effects on Mideast peace talks.
Group’s history of preserving buildings celebrated
By Sophia Maines
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A3
The efforts of local historic preservationists have helped to save from demolition such buildings as the Old English Lutheran Church, 1040 N.H., and the Union Pacific Depot, 402 N. Second St. Those efforts and others were highlighted Sunday at “20 Years and Counting: A Celebration of the City of Lawrence’s Commitment to Conservation of Historic Resources,” a panel discussion conducted at the Union Pacific Depot.
Gone but not forgotten
Family grieves over slain Marine, acknowledges the virtue of following dreams
By Eileen Roddy
September 22, 2008 in print edition on C1
Arguments between parents and teenagers are nothing new. One Candy Wasser lost with her oldest son, Chris, during his senior year at Ottawa High School, changed their lives forever. “He wanted to be a Marine,” Wasser says. “We did our best to dissuade him. We were blunt with recruiters and insisted they avoid painting rosy pictures of war. I knew Chris was patiently and wisely tolerating us at the recruiter’s office.”
MacKenzie wins playoff
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B2
A day after blowing a lead with a triple bogey on the final hole, Will MacKenzie birdied the par-5 18th three straight times Sunday to win the Viking Classic in a playoff for his second PGA Tour victory.
Feds: Doomed crew thought tire blew
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A2
The doomed crew piloting a Learjet that crashed on takeoff, killing four people and injuring two popular musicians, thought a tire blew as they hurtled down the runway, a federal safety official said Sunday.
Get the most from your tire pressure
September 22, 2008 in print edition on C1
Who would have thought tire pressure and gas mileage could possibly become a topic of the 2008 presidential campaign? With motorists on the lookout these days for any way to improve gas mileage, maintaining proper tire pressure has emerged as a useful method.
National League Roundup: Philadelphia increases lead in East
The Associated Press
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B5
Jamie Moyer pitched six sharp innings, and Philadelphia increased its lead in the NL East.
Senior citizens pursuing education from home
By Ula Ilnytzky - Associated Press Writer
September 22, 2008 in print edition on A8
Kathy Leeds grows animated as she describes the courses she is taking this fall, including classes in current events, art and literature. But Leeds will never step foot on a campus or in a classroom. The 79-year-old widow has multiple sclerosis and uses a wheelchair to get around her Manhattan apartment.
Feeling run down?
K.C. reeling after 12th straight setback
By Charles Odum - Associated Press Sports Writer
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B1
The Kansas City Chiefs’ defensive plan was obvious: Stop the run. That didn’t deter Michael Turner and the Atlanta Falcons. Turner ran for three touchdowns, and the Atlanta Falcons scored the first 24 points to beat Kansas City, 38-14, on Sunday, handing the Chiefs their 12th straight loss.
Horoscopes
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B7
This year, decide to express your caring by being more proactive. Family members and loved ones also love to be seen with you, especially when going out and about. If single, you meet people more easily this fall, and someone certainly could enter your life.
‘Worst Week’ has a familiar theme
By Kevin McDonough
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B7
If last season was known for the writers’ strike, fall 2008 will probably be remembered as the year of the import. Like “The Office,” the new CBS comedy “Worst Week” (8:30 p.m., CBS) offers an Americanized remake of a popular British series.
Simson, Creekmore qualify
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B2
Paul Simson earned medalist honors Sunday in the USGA Senior Amateur qualifying for the second time in three years, while Carolyn Creekmore won the qualifying for the USGA Senior Women’s Amateur.
‘Mad Men’ and ‘30 Rock’ take top Emmy Awards
By Lynn Elber - Associated Press Writer
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B7
The sleek ‘60s drama “Mad Men” made Emmy history Sunday as the first basic-cable show to win a top series award, while the sitcom “30 Rock” and its stars Tina Fey and Alec Baldwin also emerged as big winners.
KU tennis struggles at New Mexico meet
September 22, 2008 in print edition on B3
Erin Wilbert and Maria Martinez provided the only victories of the day for the Kansas University tennis team, which finished its first tournament of the fall season at the University of New Mexico on Sunday.Six Jayhawks played in the consolation brackets, with Katerina Morosova, Alessandra Dzuba, Kate Goff and Yuliana Svistun each dropping their matches.
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