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Audio clips

• On his definition of the term "culture wars"
• On how conservatives view John McCain and Sarah Palin
• On lessons from the book for politicians

Births

• Jim and Allison Vance Moore, Lawrence, a boy.
• Jon and Rebecca Evinger, Lawrence, a girl.
• Mike and JoAnn Dierker, Lawrence, a boy.

Couples

• Wedding: Jamison and Sorensen
• Wedding: Bradley and Klimowicz
• Engagement: Anstaett and All
• Wedding: Schmid and Pratt
• Wedding: Larson and Davis
• Engagement: Biggs and Moddrell

Obituaries

• Orville L. Voth, Heston
• Esther Gurian, White Plains
• Elton B. Hutchens, Oskaloosa

On the street

• How much of an impact do the presidential debates have on your vote?

Photos

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Photo galleries

Videos

• Jim Lehrer introduces the candidates.
• Sen. John McCain and Sen. Barack Obama debate about the …
• The presidential candidates discuss their tax plans.
• Jim Lehrer asks the candidates how the financial rescue plan …
• Sen. Obama and Sen. McCain argue about the US role …
• The candidates discuss a troop surge in Afghanistan.
• The debate moves to the overarching issue of US foreign …
• The candidates talk about if they’d consider Russia a friend …
• Sen. Obama shifts the subject to that of national energy …
• Sen. McCain and Sen. Obama talk about safety and terrorism …

All stories

Review: Jazz-classical collaboration pleases Lied Center fans

By Chuck Berg

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B4

On Friday night, taking a cue from the Lied Center’s seasonal promotion of “jazz and classical music crossroads,” an enthusiastic, 1,000-plus audience came to check out the third-stream for itself in Branford Marsalis Trio and the Alexander String Quartet.

Depravity bores on ‘Brothers’

By Kevin McDonough

September 27, 2008 in print edition on D7

One of the true guilty pleasures to arise out of last year’s strike-shortened season, ABC’s “Dirty Sexy Money” returns for a second helping on Oct. 1. To get fans and those who missed it up to speed, Soapnet will air the entire first season in a “Dirty Sexy Marathon” from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday.

Around and about

September 27, 2008 in print edition on D3

Lawrence High School Class of 1983 will have its 25th reunion Oct. 24-25. Friends from other classes are welcome. Events for Oct. 24 include a tailgate party and football game. For the tailgate party, meet at 5:30 p.m. at Haskell Indian Nations University’s northeast parking lot and bring your own food.

Residents’ viewpoints vary over presidential debate

By Erin Castaneda

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A7

Lawrence residents were across the board on reactions to Friday’s presidential debate. Some were bored, and an undecided voter was swayed one direction. Overall, many said U.S. Senator John McCain was more forceful than Senator Barack Obama, but that wasn’t a favorable attribute for some.

UConn slips past Louisville

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

Lawrence Wilson returned an interception 45 yards for a touchdown with less than three minutes to play to give Connecticut a 26-21 victory over Louisville on Friday night.

Family’s hope for baby hinges on transplant

Girl with leukemia may get bone marrow from brother

By Janet Reid

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A1

Their daughter was diagnosed with a simple ear infection when she was just 9 months old, but less than 24 hours later, McKensie Gwilliam was admitted to the cancer floor at Children’s Mercy Hospital. “They said that she had cancer and that it was leukemia,” said Brandon Gwilliam, McKensie’s dad. “It’s one of those things that’s just unbelievable. Life was normal. We were moving right along and all of a sudden our daughter’s got cancer.”

Ochoa one stroke back

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

Recharged after a month off, Lorena Ochoa shot her second straight 5-under 67 to move within a stroke of leader Janice Moodie halfway through the Navistar LPGA Classic. Jill McGill shot a 69 to match Ochoa at 10 under.

Report: Elway to marry

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

Denver Broncos Hall of Fame quarterback John Elway reportedly is engaged to a former Oakland Raiders cheerleader. The Rocky Mountain News reported Friday that the two-time Super Bowl winner proposed to 41-year-old Paige Green during a trip to Italy last week.

Club news

September 27, 2008 in print edition on D3

University Bridge Club announces results of its Sept. 20 meeting. Hosts were Edna and Karmie Galle. Blue winners were Janet Dunn, first; Marc Kuepker, second; Willie Stoltenberg, third; Harold Riehm, fourth; and Dottie Miller, fifth.

Rivera considering surgery

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

New York Yankees closer Mariano Rivera is considering whether to have offseason surgery on his sore right shoulder.

FCE news

September 27, 2008 in print edition on D3

Douglas County FCE and Kansas State Research and Extension Family and Consumer Sciences announce the October program “Think Pink and Tell a Friend.” Jodi Carlson, RN, DSN, clinical coordinator of the Lawrence Memorial Hospital Breast Center, will be presenting.

‘No’ to taxes

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B7

To the editor: It pains me deeply to have to tell my many good friends that I shall, for two good reasons, vote against both sales tax proposals which are on the November ballot. The first and to me the most important reason for voting “no” is that a sales tax is a regressive tax which burdens those least able to pay.

Favre questionable

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

Brett Favre was listed as questionable Friday for the New York Jets’ game against Arizona because of a sore left ankle, but is expected to start against the Cardinals.

US, Russia reach deal on UN’s Iran resolution

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A2

The U.S. and Russia, striking a compromise, led a new U.N. Security Council effort Friday to condemn Iran’s nuclear program that includes no new sanctions. The brief resolution seeks to reaffirm the three previous ones, which imposed progressively tougher sanctions on Iran for refusing to halt its uranium enrichment program.

Campaign stress aids McCain

By Jonathan V. Last - The Philadelphia Inquirer

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B6

When Sen. John McCain suspended his campaign this week and suggested that Friday night’s debate be postponed, there was a great deal of clucking about what some took to be his recklessness and desperation.To be sure, McCain has not covered himself in glory during the last two weeks, calling for the firing of Securities and Exchange Commission chief Christopher Cox and musing that he might appoint New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo, a Democrat, to run the SEC.

Hospital: Granddad, you’re pregnant

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A3

A patient in Portland treated for agonizing abdominal pain received this surprising news in the hospital’s paperwork: “Based on your visit today, we know you are pregnant.” Surprising indeed for 71-year-old John Grady Pippen.

New Mexico files appeal

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

New Mexico’s football program asked the NCAA to reconsider the number of scholarship cuts it handed down for three cases of academic fraud.

Pacers shopping Tinsley

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

Jamaal Tinsley will remain on the Pacers’ roster while the team tries to trade him, but the guard won’t practice with Indiana when it opens training camp Tuesday. The team will not buy out Tinsley’s contract, Pacers president Larry Bird said Friday.

Local co-ops

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B7

To the editor: Last month, the Journal-World marked the passing of a remarkable man, Luther Buchele, who devoted his life to the cooperative movement. Not only did he help to start co-ops for Kansas University students in the 1940s, but he was responsible for mentoring thousands of students who lived in the large network of co-ops he managed for over 30 years at the University of Michigan.

Olathe company is chosen to build casino in Ford County

By Carl Manning - Associated Press Writer

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B5

An Olathe company relying heavily on Wall Street investment bank Merrill Lynch for its financing was picked Friday to build and manage a state-owned casino in Dodge City. The Lottery Gaming Facility Review Board chose Butler National Service Corp. over Dodge City Resort and Gaming, a group of Kansas investors, in a 5-2 vote, reflecting some members having a higher comfort level with Butler’s financing.

House passes economic stimulus bill

By Andrew Taylor - Associated Press Writer

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A3

The House passed a $61 billion Democratic plan Friday to pump $56 billion in government spending into the economy through public works projects, help for the jobless and money for states struggling with their Medicaid bills.

Gary Bedore’s KU basketball notebook

By Gary Bedore

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C7

Self in Jersey: KU coach Bill Self spoke Friday at the Garden State Coaches Clinic at St. Benedict’s High School in Newark, N.J. Current KU players Tyshawn Taylor and Quintrell Thomas are from Jersey schools St. Anthony and St. Patrick, respectively.

Bank introduces ‘Green Fund’

September 27, 2008 in print edition on E1

Peoples Bank of Lawrence has introduced the Lawrence Green Fund, a combination of deposit and loan products that provide incentives for those interested in banking services that help preserve the environment. Money invested in Lawrence Green Deposit Accounts will be lent for local, environmentally friendly building projects, eco-friendly business and consumer purchases and also will involve $5 donations to the Downtown Lawrence Farmer’s Market.

Talking Frank

Kansas native Thomas Frank offers scathing view of conservatives in ‘The Wrecking Crew’

By Terry Rombeck

September 27, 2008 in print edition on D1

Thomas Frank remembers his exact thought when he first heard John McCain had selected Sarah Palin as the Republican candidate for vice president. “I’d never heard of her,” Frank says. “And I know something about Alaska politics.”

Female TV crew breaking ground

By Jesse Temple

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C6

Life moves pretty fast these days for Jamie Little and Shannon Spake. So does most everything else the two encounter on the NASCAR racing circuit. For Little and Spake - the first two-woman combo featured on ESPN’s pit-road coverage of NASCAR’s top series - that can mean quite a headache.

The collapse of personal responsibility

By Ellen Goodman

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B6

In the gospel according to Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke, “there are no atheists in foxholes and no ideologues in financial crises.” Suddenly, we are all pragmatists, trying to dig our way out of the Wall Street rubble with whatever tools are at hand.

Attorneys reveal note in Stevens court case

By Matt Apuzzo and Tom Hays - Associated Press Writers

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A8

While reviewing expense reports for a 2000 construction project, a bookkeeper for Alaska oil services giant VECO Corp. asked for an explanation. Who was this work for, she asked? Why was it performed? The cryptic note she received back included the instruction, “No paper trail.”

UConn player arrested

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

Connecticut freshman basketball player Nate Miles has been arrested on charges he violated a restraining order. According to UConn Police arrest records, Miles was served with a restraining order Sept. 22, but violated it by placing a phone call to the protected party that day. Miles was released Thursday after posting a $2,500 bond and is due in court Sept. 30.

Witness says OJ asked him to bring gun

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A2

The man who is expected to be the prosecution’s final witness in the O.J. Simpson armed robbery and kidnapping case testified Friday that the former football star asked him to bring a gun to a hotel room confrontation at which they planned to recover memorabilia.

Syrah Palin gets boost from Sarah Palin

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A3

Democrats watching the presidential campaign may find it hard to swallow a glass of the syrah Palin. The organic red wine, pronounced “pay-LEEN sih-rah,” comes from a small winery in northern Chile.

Admiral works to calm US-Pakistani tensions

By Lolita C. Baldor - Associated Press Writer

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A8

The nation’s top military officer tried Friday to tamp down tensions surrounding the escalating violence along Afghanistan’s southern border, including this week’s exchange of fire between U.S. and Pakistan forces. Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said Pakistan’s military leaders reassured him in talks there last week that they have no intention of using force against U.S. troops along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.

Five Jayhawks go undefeated

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C3

Five of the eight Kansas University tennis players competing at the Jayhawk Invitational went undefeated through the first day of the tournament Friday. Seniors Yuliana Svistun and Edina Horvath each won two singles matches and one doubles match.

National League Roundup: Phillies closing in on East crown

The Associated Press

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C4

Ryan Howard hit his major-league-leading 48th homer, Joe Blanton pitched six effective innings, and Philadelphia moved closer to clinching the NL East title. The Phillies’ magic number for winning their second straight division championship was reduced to one after the New York Mets lost to Florida.

City encased in mud needs global help

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A2

The U.N. World Food Program’s director flew to the Gonaives still encased in mud Friday to draw global attention to the ongoing disaster that has enormously complicated the country’s struggle to feed itself.The WFP said it has asked for $54 million to help Haiti recover from four killer storms but so far has received only $1 million.

Report: North proposes holding military talks

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A2

North Korea has proposed holding military talks with South Korea in what would be the first official contact between the countries since Seoul’s new conservative government took office in February, a defense official said Friday.

Well, rats

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B7

To the editor: Why would I want to buy $700 billion in bad investments? Isn’t that why these companies went under in the first place? Now you want me to take their mistakes off their hands? Why would I do that? Can’t I take my money elsewhere and buy, say, good investments?

pastor travels to india on national grant

September 27, 2008 in print edition on D1

The Rev. Peter Luckey, senior pastor at Plymouth Congregational Church, 925 Vt., leaves today for a monthlong trip to India. Luckey won a $25,000 grant from the National Clergy Renewal Program, sponsored by Lilly Endowment Inc. The endowment annually provides as many as 120 grants of up to $45,000 each directly to Christian congregations that can allow their pastors to take something equivalent to an academic sabbatical.

Djokovic wins at Thailand

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

Top-seeded Novak Djokovic defeated Robin Soderling, 6-4, 7-5, Friday to advance to the semifinals at the Thailand Open. Second-seeded Jo-Wilfried Tsonga used 13 aces to overpower Jurgen Melzer, 6-3, 6-2.

Roddick reaches semis

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

Andy Roddick overcame four double-faults in the first set to defeat Juan Carlos Ferrero, 2-6, 6-3, 6-4, Friday and reach the semifinals of the China Open.

On the record

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B2

A 48-year-old Lawrence man reported a $1,009 theft occurred Wednesday in the 1700 block of Vermont St. Items reported stolen include an Insignia 32 inch TV, six cartons of cigarettes and HD video and DVD cables.

Jefferson County Budget transfer upsets residents

Commission gives $10,000 from county attorney budget to county counselor

By George Diepenbrock

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B1

Several Jefferson County residents on Monday are expected to protest a decision by county commissioners to transfer $10,000 from the county attorney’s budget to help pay for the county counselor. Residents are upset because the counselor’s office is the Oskaloosa law firm Hayes and Hayes.

FDA issues warning on Chinese coffees, candy

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A3

The powdered milk contamination scare that has killed four Chinese infants and sickened 53,000 more reached American shores Friday when the Food and Drug Administration recommended that consumers avoid a line of coffees and a candy made in China.

Baker, Haskell looking for football victories

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C3

Baker University hopes to bounce back from a bummer. Haskell Indian Nations University is also on the comeback trail. HINU’s football team will entertain Waldorf at 1 p.m. today at Haskell Stadium, while BU will go to Atchison for a 2 p.m. clash with Benedictine.

Ready to read?

The River City Reading Festival is a wonderful gift to the community.

J-W Editorials

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B6

What better thing to do on a beautiful fall day than participate in a celebration of reading? The River City Reading Festival will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today at the Lawrence Public Library. Tents will be set up by the library to help accommodate a full schedule of speakers, book signings, children’s activities and musical entertainment.

Horoscopes

September 27, 2008 in print edition on D7

Easy does it this year. You might need to be more withdrawn or spend more time alone. You want to keep your opinions private more often. You could develop a special friendship in the next year. If you are single, use care with your choices. If you are attached, you discover the importance of spending more time alone together.

Kansan confirmed to federal bench

By Sam Hananel - Associated Press Writer

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B8

The Senate on Friday unanimously confirmed U.S. Attorney Eric Melgren of Kansas to become the newest judge on the federal bench in Wichita. Melgren’s confirmation comes just three days after the state’s top federal prosecutor breezed through a confirmation hearing and just one day after he was voted out of the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Huskers will measure progress against Hokies

By Eric Olson - Associated Press Sports Writer

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C8

Though pleased with its 3-0 start, Nebraska knows that tonight’s game against Virginia Tech will be the first true measure of progress under first-year coach Bo Pelini. “We have to prove ourselves to everybody,” defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh said.

Early mistakes plague LHS in 41-18 loss to SM Northwest

By Chuck Woodling

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C1

It’s not whether you win or lose, an old football adage goes, it’s who gets the blame. On Friday night, Lawrence High coach Dirk Wedd heaped a ton of mea culpa on his head after SM Northwest thumped the Lions, 41-18, at SM North District Stadium.

Kim keeps Tour top spot

Garcia trails by two, Mickelson by three

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

Anthony Kim and Sergio Garcia did enough Friday at the Tour Championship to set up a Ryder Cup rematch. Kim had to settle for a 1-under 69 on Friday, making bogey from the bunker on the final hole, to take a two-shot lead over Garcia and put them in the final pairing just six days after their leadoff singles match at the Ryder Cup.

50 years later: How credit cards changed America

‘Electronification of money’ permanently altered our spending habits

By Patrick May - San Jose Mercury News

September 27, 2008 in print edition on E1

They called it the Fresno Drop.Fifty years ago this month, Bank of America mass-mailed to nearly every home in Fresno, Calif., a small piece of plastic called the BankAmericard. The credit card had arrived, a shiny corkscrew for each recipient to unbottle thousands of dollars in spending money that hadn’t existed before they ripped open those envelopes.

Ex-Ram pleads guilty

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

A former member of the St. Louis Rams faces two years of probation after pleading guilty to two counts of misdemeanor assault. Dominique Byrd entered the pleas on Sept. 15, a spokeswoman for the St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s office said Friday.

WaMu’s fall makes US history

Bank is largest in nation to collapse

By Madlen Read - Associated Press Writer

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A3

As the debate over a $700 billion bank bailout rages on in Washington, one of the nation’s largest banks - Washington Mutual Inc. - has collapsed under the weight of its enormous bad bets on the mortgage market. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. seized WaMu on Thursday, and then sold the thrift’s banking assets to JPMorgan Chase & Co. for $1.9 billion.

Six share Champions lead

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

Bruce Fleisher, Dana Quigley, Eduardo Romero, Andy Bean, Don Pooley and Chip Beck shot 4-under 64s on Friday to share the first-round lead in the Champions Tour’s SAS Championship. Tom Kite, Loren Roberts and Kirk Hanefeld were a stroke back on the Prestonwood Country Club course.

Employers urged to invest in childhood development

By Alex Parker

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A1

Businesses can help secure our future economic vitality by investing in early childhood development, according to a panel of economic and childhood development experts. It’s a question of nature vs. nurture, they told a crowd of several hundred business and government leaders Friday at Maceli’s, 1031 N.H. If young children aren’t given the attention they need, they will be less likely to excel academically and work collaboratively with others.

A word from Gov. Mike Hucka : er, Beebe

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A7

Arkansas’ governor needs a name tag. Mike Beebe has been in office nearly two years, but that hasn’t stopped officials in his state from confusing him with his similarly named predecessor, Mike Huckabee. Even the chief of the state’s medical school and a state agency director get tongue-tied.

Parking thanks

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B7

To the editor: A “thank you” to the Lawrence downtown banks, businesses and churches for allowing the viewers/visitors for the Band Day Parade to use their parking lots and not towing us away. It is a special day for many and, even with our city lots, finding a vacant parking spot is a challenge.

Bioscience authority replaces 2 members

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B1

The Kansas Board of Regents has appointed Regent William Thornton and regents President and Chief Executive Officer Reginald Robinson to the Kansas Bioscience Authority. Thornton, of Atchison, and Robinson, of Lawrence, will replace Kansas University Chancellor Robert Hemenway and Kansas State University President Jon Wefald.

Taking a toll

It’s one more case of automation replacing the human touch - and expertise.

J-W Editorials

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B6

It may be more efficient to totally automate the Kansas Turnpike toll plazas, but it’s still a little sad to see the toll-booth workers phased out. The Turnpike Authority has announced that the new interchange under construction in Leavenworth County will be the first unstaffed interchange on the toll road. Motorists entering or leaving the turnpike at that location must either use the K-Tag lane or pay their tolls at a payment machine.

Bankruptcies

September 27, 2008 in print edition on E1

Douglas County residents or businesses filing for bankruptcy protection during the week ended Thursday in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in the District of Kansas, according to court records

KU soccer falls in double overtime

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C3

After jumping to a halftime lead, the No. 18 Kansas University soccer team fell, 2-1, to Nebraska in double overtime Friday at the NU Soccer Field. KU broke the scoreless tie in the 42nd minute, when Sara Rogers set up Kim Boyer for her second goal of the season.

Keep homemade weddings simple

By Aimee Blanchette - McClatchy Newspapers

September 27, 2008 in print edition on D5

Planning on your own DIY wedding? Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Call upon talented friends and family members. Who will do what and when? Be sure to write down instructions for those helping.

School continues on green streak

By Lindsey Slater

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B2

For the second consecutive year, a Lawrence public school is the recipient of the Governor’s Energy Achievement Recognition Award for Energy Leadership. Jared Comfort, Schwegler School principal, led the elementary students through a year of environmentally friendly fundraisers and activities.

Warship goes to Africa after pirate attack

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A3

A Russian warship Friday rushed to intercept a Ukrainian vessel carrying 33 battle tanks and a hoard of ammunition that was seized by pirates off the Horn of Africa - a bold hijacking that again heightened fears about surging piracy and high-seas terrorism.

Atchison plan may hinder Leavenworth-area airport

The Associated Press

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B4

Leavenworth County officials are talking about building a public airport there, but plans in nearby Atchison could block it. The County Commission has approved a study of whether building a public airport would be justified. The county, its Port Authority and the cities of Basehor, Lansing, Leavenworth and Tonganoxie have agreed to spend $100,000.

Parents file $4M suit in player’s death

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C8

The parents of a University of Memphis football player shot to death at the school’s campus filed a $4 million wrongful death suit, claiming the school failed to provide proper security. Taylor Bradford was shot to death on Sept. 30, 2007, in a botched robbery attempt.

Westwood best in England

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

Lee Westwood continued to bounce back from a disappointing Ryder Cup by taking the British Masters lead Friday after a fog-delayed and incomplete second round. The Englishman shot a 2-under 70 to reach a 6-under total of 138.

Border Patrol a boon to towns’ business

By Elliot Spagat - Associated Press Writer

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A5

The U.S. Border Patrol’s gleaming new regional headquarters building is just one sign of how the fast-growing agency is boosting the local economy. Agents frequent the restaurants and gyms. A new indoor shooting range relies on Border Patrol employees. And dry cleaners do brisk business pressing green uniforms.

AG seeks extension in case against Tiller

Late-term abortion provider says state has had ample time already

By Roxana Hegeman - Associated Press Writer

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B4

A Wichita doctor accused of unlawfully performing late-term abortions is opposing a request by the Kansas attorney general’s office for more time to respond to a defense motion seeking to suppress evidence in the case.

Pilot soars over Channel on jet wing

By David Stringer - Associated Press Writer

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A2

He had nothing above him but four tanks of kerosene and nothing below him but the cold waters of the English Channel. But Yves Rossy leapt from a plane and into the record books Friday, crossing the channel on a homemade jet-propelled wing.

Bank teller scares off would-be robber

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A6

Police say a bank teller in Long Island had a simple question for a would-be robber: Are you serious? The teller’s question was apparently enough to spook the female suspect, who fled the Roslyn Savings Bank in Centereach late Thursday afternoon without a dime.

American League Roundup: Royals slow down Twins

The Associated Press

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C4

If the Minnesota Twins are going to capture their fifth division title in seven seasons, the Kansas City Royals are going to make them earn it. A night after erasing a five-run deficit against the White Sox to reclaim first place in the AL Central, the Twins fell flat. Minnesota remained a half-game ahead of Chicago after the White Sox also lost, to the Indians.

Brown ecstatic to coach again

Hall of Famer to be honored tonight at fundraiser

By Gary Bedore

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B1

A rejuvenated Larry Brown, who was out of coaching the past two seasons, will open Charlotte Bobcats training camp on Tuesday at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. “I missed it. I’m glad I’m back,” said the 68-year-old Hall of Famer, who was hired by the Bobcats on April 29.

Faith Forum: Is it possible to be religious without attending services?

September 27, 2008 in print edition on D1

This is a vital question that is more pertinent today than ever before. To answer it, let’s go straight to the source, the living word of God (Hebrews 4:12). Christ tells us, “Go out into the highways and hedges, and compel them to come in, that my house may be filled” (Luke 14:23).

Congressman says bailout accord likely by Sunday

By Julie Hirschfeld Davis and David Espo - Associated Press Writers

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A2

The Bush administration and Congress anxiously revived negotiations Friday on a $700 billion financial bailout, one day after the largest bank collapse in U.S. history provided a brutal reminder of the risks of failure. Democrats talked optimistically of agreement by the end of the weekend.

What happened to Southern Cal?

By Michael Lev - Orange County Register

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

Could we possibly have been that wrong? Did USC simply fool us? Are Virginia and Ohio State that bad? Either a bunch of impostors wearing cardinal, gold and white showed up at Oregon State’s Reser Stadium on Thursday night, or the Trojans revealed their true colors.

CU women lose guard

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

University of Colorado junior point guard Whitney Houston will miss the season after tearing a ligament in her left knee during individual workouts this week.

Stop insanity

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B7

To the editor: When other governments nationalize successful businesses in order to redistribute their profits to the citizens of those countries, we become morally outraged and label it undemocratic socialism. However, our own government seems willing to rush forward to “rescue” or “bail out” Wall Street businesses guilty of gross mismanagement and criminally negligent behavior.

UN raises $3B against malaria

By Richard Boudreaux - Los Angeles Times

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A4

With $3 billion in new pledges, world leaders say they believe an ambitious goal to stop deaths from malaria by 2015 is finally within reach. A plan billed as the most comprehensive ever to tackle the mosquito-borne disease, which kills nearly 1 million people each year, was announced this week at a United Nations gathering of heads of government, global health leaders and philanthropists.

Credit crunch hurting entrepreneurs who seek financing

By Angela Shah - The Dallas Morning News

September 27, 2008 in print edition on E1

The capital markets crunch has hit Main Street, leaving many entrepreneurs in need of financing in the lurch. Take Don Scribner, a former engineer who decided to buy a seafood restaurant in Hurst, Texas, one that had been in business for nearly 20 years and had strong cash flow.

Montoya wins, then loses, pole at Kansas Speedway

By Jesse Temple

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C1

Juan Pablo Montoya thought he was sitting on top of the NASCAR heap this weekend at the Kansas Speedway. Then, he received notification that he had dropped all the way to the bottom.

Pump patrol

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B1

The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $3.25 at several stations.

Simons: Removing university leaders hurts state bioscience group

By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B1

The Kansas Bioscience Authority came into existence on April 19, 2004. The primary architects of the legislation that created this unique entity were Sen. Nick Jordan of Johnson County and Rep. Kenny Wilk of Leavenworth.

KU takes record class in stride

By Richard Lariviere - Provost, Kansas University

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B6

When a finely tuned machine works beautifully, it is easy to take it for granted. We have seen an example of something working beautifully this fall on Mount Oread. The Kansas Board of Regents have released the official counts for the year.

Veritas crushes Hutch

Johnson tallies 294 yards, six TD’s

By Tom Keegan

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C3

Fathers have been known to dig dirt to build sons sandboxes. Rich Johnson of R.D. Johnson Excavating in Lawrence dug dirt to build his son and teammates an 80-yard football field, a hidden jewel on the area sports scene.

Rockets’ Battier sidelined

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

Houston Rockets forward Shane Battier will be sidelined up to four weeks and miss most of preseason because of an inflammation in his left foot. He had surgery May 9 to remove bone spurs from his left ankle.

People in the news

September 27, 2008 in print edition on D7

¢ Rhymes wins right to play in UK concert¢ West won’t face felony charge in incident¢ Erin Brockovich signs contract with law firm¢ Navaira out of hospital after traffic accident¢ Dylan album to stream on NPR for 1 week¢ Spokeswoman: DJ AM released from hospital

Curlin sale ordered

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

A state judge ordered a sealed-bid sale of a minority interest in 2007 Horse of the Year Curlin to settle a $42 million judgment.

Student starts charity to aid S. Africa

By Karrey Britt

September 27, 2008 in print edition on B1

Before arriving in South Africa, Kansas University senior Hannah Parkinson said she knew the facts.¢ Forty percent of the population is living on $1 per day or less.¢ Life expectancy is about age 43.¢ Five million people are HIV-positive.¢ There are about 420,000 children who have lost their parents to AIDS.

McNabb back at practice

September 27, 2008 in print edition on C2

Donovan McNabb returned to practice for the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday. McNabb was a full participant in Friday’s practice after sitting out all week because of a chest contusion he sustained in the first half of last week’s 15-6 victory over Pittsburgh. He is questionable for Sunday’s game at Chicago.

Western support for Israel denounced

September 27, 2008 in print edition on A2

A former Iranian president warned the West on Friday that its support for Israel would backfire, as hundreds of thousands of people staged rallies in support of Muslim claims to the holy city of Jerusalem.Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, who is still considered influential in Iranian politics, said the U.S., Britain and France back Israel - and this is dangerous.