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Shae Harrigan has a schipperke that was diagnosed with a cancer more than a year ago, and after being referred to Dr. Cathy King, who uses alternative treatments, including acupuncture and herbs, the dog is healthier

In this file photo from Sept. 12, 1989, Angelina Guadalupe holds photos of her daughter, Nilsa Sanchez, a Lawrence-area mother of two who was found murdered

Shae Harrigan has a schipperke that was diagnosed with a cancer. Lily was expected to live three to six months but has thrived now for a year and a half

Monica Edwards, 13, created a quilt she Box Kite for the show “Visual Voices” a narrative quilt project by Marla Jackson on display at the Spencer Museum of Art at KU

A’Shawn Edwards, 14, created a quilt she calls African Flower Starter in the show “Visual Voices” a narrative quilt project by Marla Jackson on display at the Spencer Museum of Art at KU

In the show “Visual Voices” a narrative quilt project by Marla Jackson on display at the Spencer Museum of Art at KU

Taylor Edwards, 14, created the quilt Tropical Thunder in the show “Visual Voices” a narrative quilt project by Marla Jackson on display at the Spencer Museum of Art at KU

A young Jayhawk fan gets an autograph Wednesday, August 26, 2009, during the annual Fan Appreciation Day at Kivisto Field at Memorial Stadium. Following a practice players signed autographs for lines of appreciative fans

Running back Jake Sharp, one of the team's captains, addresses the crowd, Wednesday, August 26, 2009. at the annual Fan Appreciation Day at Kivisto Field at Memorial Stadium. Players signed autographs for lines of appreciative fans after practice

KU quarterback Todd Reesing signs autographs Wednesday, August 26, 2009, during the annual Fan Appreciation Day at Kivisto Field at Memorial Stadium. Following a practice players signed autographs for lines of appreciative fans

KU football fans gather around players Jake Sharp and Todd Reesing for autographs, Wednesday, August 26, 2009, during the annual Fan Appreciation Day at Kivisto Field at Memorial Stadium

Dezmon Briscoe, left, and Johnathan Wilson sign autographs, Wednesday, August 26, 2009, during the annual Fan Appreciation Day at Kivisto Field at Memorial Stadium. Players signed autographs for lines of appreciative fans after their practice

At center quarterback Todd Reesing signs autographs with his teammates, Wednesday, August 26, 2009, during the annual Fan Appreciation Day at Kivisto Field at Memorial Stadium. Following a practice players signed autographs for lines of appreciative fans

A fan waits for her autograph from a KU player Wednesday, August 26, 2009, during the annual Fan Appreciation Day at Kivisto Field at Memorial Stadium. Players signed autographs for lines of appreciative fans

During Fan Appreciation Day at Memorial Stadium, Todd Reesing autographs an action figure that a fan made

Laura McEachen, Lawrence, maneuvers for position in the autograph line while carrying her 8-month-old daughter, Lucy. Kansas football fans turned out to for the annual Fan Appreciation Day at Kivisto Field at Memorial Stadium

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12:00 a.m.

Community closet: Lawrence group fills void in kid-centric consignment sales: By Sarah Henning; August 25, 2009 in print edition on 1C; In the world of kids’ clothing, Kid’s Closet Connection is the equivalent of having your cake and eating it, too.

6:00 a.m.

Governor tells state universities they need to improve their national stature: By Scott Rothschild; 3:01 p.m., August 25, 2009 Updated 6:14 p.m. in print edition on 1A; Gov. Mark Parkinson on Tuesday called on higher education officials to produce a 10-year plan to boost the academic rankings at state universities.

Video: Parkinson says public universities ‘mediocre’
Video: Governor addresses Board of Regents

2:00 p.m.

Health care reform a key concern as Moore addresses chamber of commerce audience: By George Diepenbrock; August 25, 2009 in print edition on 3A; Fielding health care reform questions from Lawrence business leaders and elected officials Tuesday, Rep. Dennis Moore indicated he would settle for a public health insurance option.

Video: Moore fields more health care reform questions

6:00 p.m.

Say cheese: Lawrence markets carry tastes from around the world: By Sarah Henning; August 26, 2009 in print edition on 1C; The variety is staggering, while the mission is simple: Pick up some cheese at the market.

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Are We Not Men?: “xy” art exhibit asks what it means to be a man; By Gavon Laessig; August 26, 2009; Within the marbled halls of the Spencer Museum, an acclaimed repository of fine art containing more than 36,000 pieces of priceless human expression, is a 10-foot-tall Japanese man in a diaper…
Pitino: Reports ‘100 percent a lie’: Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on B2; Louisville coach Rick Pitino said Wednesday a sex scandal involving a woman accused of trying to extort him has been “pure hell” for his family, and that the airing of her claims made him angry enough to speak out against his lawyer’s advice.
Fire crews respond to call at Granada: By Mark Boyle; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A4; A fire had patrons of the Granada heading for the exits just before 9 p.m. Wednesday night.
NFL integrity is on line with Vick: Drew Sharp - Detroit Free Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on B2; Now that the NFL has proven that poor taste and good business go hand in hand, why should it stop with customized Philadelphia Eagles dog jerseys with Michael Vick’s No. 7 on them?
Kansans with ties to Sen. Edward Kennedy weigh in on his legacy: By George Diepenbrock; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A1; Sheyda Jahanbani was an intern for Sen. Edward Kennedy in the 1990s when she noticed how one of the nation’s most accomplished lawmakers would sit through committee hearings. The Massachusetts Democrat wouldn’t just take his turn to ask a question for a chance to get on C-Span.
Regents discuss possible changes to admission standards at state colleges: Gray-Little says increased requirements would help boost graduation rates; By Scott Rothschild; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A3; The Kansas Board of Regents on Wednesday indicated it would appoint a task force to consider recommending changes to the admission standards at state universities.
New parking fines, fees for downtown Lawrence take effect Tuesday: By Chad Lawhorn; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A1; City leaders are spreading the word now: Don’t let Tuesday become Ticket Tuesday.
East Lawrence ramp on Kansas Turnpike to get early exit: By Mark Fagan; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A4; The trip from Kansas City to the East Lawrence exit on the Kansas Turnpike is about to get about a quarter-mile shorter.
KU police officers stand by as students challenge evangelical ministers: By Jesse Fray; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A4; Two evangelical ministers caused a bit of a stir Wednesday at Kansas University’s Wescoe Beach, a popular hangout for students on campus.
KU alum to play taps tonight at Red Sox game in honor of the late Sen. Edward Kennedy: By George Diepenbrock; August 26, 2009; Before the late Sen. Edward Kennedy’s beloved Boston Red Sox take the field tonight, a Kansas University alum will play Taps in honor of one of the nation’s longest serving lawmakers.
Higher education leaders discuss possible enrollment cap: By Scott Rothschild; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A1; Higher education officials Wednesday pushed back hard at the prospect of more budget cuts, and said they may have to cap enrollment at their institutions.
Police: Man shot two men who were trying to rob him at mobile home park: By Jesse Fray; 01:22 p.m., August 26, 2009 Updated 04:36 p.m. in print edition on A4; A robbery victim was responsible for Sunday night’s double shooting at a south Lawrence mobile home that left two men with life-threatening injuries, police said.
Location of today’s Healthier Haskell event changed: By Karrey Britt; August 26, 2009; Haskell Indian Nations University has changed locations for today’s Healthier Haskell kickoff event.
Second of four forums on homelessness scheduled: By Chad Lawhorn; August 26, 2009; A forum examining mental illness and its links to homelessness is scheduled for next week.
22-year-old homeless man charged in home invasion case: By Jesse Fray; 11:53 a.m., August 26, 2009 Updated 05:00 p.m. in print edition on A3; Charges of aggravated robbery and aggravated burglary have been filed against a homeless man accused of breaking into a Lawrence home Tuesday morning, pistol-whipping a man inside and stealing money out of his pockets.
Forum seeks public input on proposed ordinance regarding gender identity: By Chad Lawhorn; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A3; The public will have a chance to comment about whether the city should adopt a new law that would make it illegal to discriminate on the basis of gender identity.
KU urges students with flu-like symptoms to call, not visit, health center: By Andy Hyland; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A3; Kansas University is urging students who contract mild flu-like symptoms to stay home — and that includes staying away from the student health center.
Health Care Access Clinic still looking for funding to grow operation: By Karrey Britt; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A1; Health Care Access still needs to raise about $80,000 before it can relocate its clinic into a bigger space.
State and local leaders remember Kennedy: 10:50 a.m., August 26, 2009 Updated 12:00 p.m.; Various elected officials shared their statements Wednesday on the passing of Senator Ted Kennedy.
Heavy rains close Lawrence intersections: August 26, 2009; Heavy rains that rolled through the Lawrence area after 8 a.m. Wednesday led to the placement of barricades at three Lawrence intersections, including at 23rd and Ousdahl.
Kansas abortion battle expands into Nebraska: Associated Press; August 26, 2009; The abortion battle in Kansas has moved to a new battleground in neighboring Nebraska.
Governor calls attention to weatherization efforts: Associated Press; August 26, 2009; Gov. Mark Parkinson is calling attention to efforts in Kansas to make homes more energy-efficient with $56 million in federal stimulus dollars.
Mass. Sen. Edward M. Kennedy dies at age 77: Associated Press; 03:32 a.m., August 26, 2009 Updated 10:59 a.m.; Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, the liberal lion of the Senate and haunted bearer of the Camelot torch after two of his brothers fell to assassins’ bullets, has died at his home in Hyannis Port after battling a brain tumor. He was 77.
People in the news: Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on B8; People in the news for August 26, 2009.
How to eat better and save on food costs: Consumer Reports; August 26, 2009 in print edition on B9; Coupons, circulars and store brands are helping women save at the supermarket.
Beer promotion pulled at some colleges: Anheuser-Busch drops ‘Fan Cans’ amid underage drinking concerns; By Emily Fredrix - Associated Press Writer; August 26, 2009 in print edition on B9; Anheuser-Busch InBev is dropping its “Fan Cans” promotions from communities around the country where colleges have complained that the effort — which sells cans of Bud Light in school colors — promotes underage drinking and infringes on trademarks.
Cemetery owner charged with theft: Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A4; The Kansas Attorney General’s office has filed a temporary restraining order and injunction against a Hutchinson woman accused of stealing more than $800,000 from two cemetery trust funds.
Greinke fans 15; Royals win: Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on B5; Zack Greinke struck out 15, and the Royals beat Cleveland, 6-2.
40 years ago: Downtown landscaping getting special attention: August 26, 2009; Landscaping for the downtown parking lots that were being revamped was getting special attention and the appearance was expected to be inviting and favorable, planners said.
Cheese brings gourmet touch to variety of recipes: August 26, 2009 in print edition on C2; Hot Gruyere Spinach Dip and more.
Valve trouble postpones shuttle launch again: Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A2; NASA called off the launch of space shuttle Discovery for a second time Tuesday after a critical fuel valve failed to work properly.
Rocket takes off, satellite launch fails: Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A2; South Korea’s first rocket launch Tuesday failed to push a satellite into its orbit but the flawed mission may still anger rival North Korea, coming just months after the communist nation’s own launch drew international condemnation.
Dutch teen in battle to sail solo around globe: Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A2; Thirteen-year-old Laura Dekker wants to become the youngest person to sail solo around the world, and her parents think that’s a great idea.
Circumcision doesn’t protect gays from AIDS: Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A2; Circumcision, which has helped prevent AIDS among heterosexual men in Africa, doesn’t help protect gay men from the virus, according to the largest U.S. study to look at the question.
$9T in red ink for U.S. over next decade: Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A2; In a chilling forecast, the White House is predicting a 10-year federal deficit of $9 trillion — more than the sum of all previous deficits since America’s founding.
A look at government waste: By Cal Thomas - Tribune Media Services; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A9; Remember when the deficit was so bad that Democrats said we (or, more accurately, the Republicans) were placing a terrible burden on our grandchildren?
State deficit is opportunity: By Mike Hoeflich; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A9; While the administration in Washington is now carefully declaring that it sees a glimmer of light at the end of the recessionary tunnel, the reality “on the ground,” particularly for publicly financed services, remains grim.
CareCentrix opening site in Kansas: Staff reports; August 26, 2009 in print edition on B9; CareCentrix, a Connecticut-based manager of home health care services, is opening a new facility in Overland Park, creating 150 jobs.
Sony hopes to rival Kindle with e-reader: Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on B9; Sony Corp. plans to offer an e-book reader with the ability to wirelessly download books, injecting more competition in a small but fast-growing market by adopting a key feature of the rival Kindle from Amazon.com.
Document examiner completes training: Staff reports; August 26, 2009 in print edition on B9; Debra S. Dunlap, a forensic document examiner, recently completed Questioned Document Examiner training and a two-year apprenticeship with Forensic Document Examiners of Maryland.
N.Y. considers ban on shackling pregnant inmates: By Cristian Salazar - Associated Press Writer; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A10; For nearly four hours before she gave birth, Venita Pinckney had a chain wrapped around her swollen abdomen. Her ankles were shackled together and her hands were cuffed.
As recession wears on, the mail’s a little lighter: By Ashley M. Heher - Associated Press Writer; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A10; You can find a bright spot in the recession as close as your mailbox: There are far fewer hefty catalogs, bulging coupon packets, unwanted credit card offers and glossy fliers clogging it up.
ABC’s crass for clunkers program: By Kevin McDonough; August 26, 2009 in print edition on B8; This summer, I’ve come to think of the ABC network as Anything But Creative, or All But Closed.
Horoscope for August 26, 2009: August 26, 2009 in print edition on B8; This year, open up to swift changes, which often come from others’ exaggerated reactions. By adopting a quieter attitude, you’ll draw the types of results you desire. If you are single, you could choose the wrong person, or the emotionally unavailable person. Scorpio always adds another perspective.
Ozark aquifer could dry up in spots, geological survey says: Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on B10; The Ozark aquifer, a primary source of water in southwest Missouri, could go dry in places even with slight growth over the next 50 years, according to a report from the U.S. Geological Survey.
It’s too soon to get out of Afghanistan: By Trudy Rubin - Philadelphia Inquirer; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A8; Even before Afghans went to the polls last week, Americans were getting queasy about U.S. involvement in Afghanistan.
A.G. sues to keep Larned hospital open: Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A4; The Kansas attorney general has sued a corporation that is planning to close St. Joseph Memorial Hospital in Larned.
Army institute hosts media symposium: Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A4; The Army’s Combat Studies Institute is hosting a three-day symposium to discuss the relationship between the media and the military.
Whooping crane death rate spikes: By Maria Sudekum Fisher - Associated Press Writer; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A4; The world’s only naturally migrating whooping cranes, and the species’ best chance for survival, died at about twice their normal rate last year and will likely see an overall drop in their numbers, a worrying sign for the once near-extinct bird that has been making a comeback.
Swine flu test authorized for troops: Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A6; The Food and Drug Administration said Tuesday it has authorized the emergency use of a swine flu test for U.S. troops overseas, allowing the military to speed up diagnoses and treatment of a virus that could cause widespread infections again this fall.
Half of health workers reject swine flu shot: Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A6; About half of Hong Kong’s health workers would refuse the swine flu vaccine, new research says, a trend that experts say would likely apply worldwide.
CDC to parents: Swine flu shots for all: Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A6; The first swine flu precaution that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests for parents: As soon as a vaccine is available, try to get it for everyone in your family.
Taliban admit leader killed: By Ishtiaq Mahsud and Kay Johnson - Associated Press Writers; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A6; After weeks of denials, two Pakistani Taliban commanders acknowledged Tuesday that the group’s top leader, Baitullah Mehsud, was dead — claiming he died 18 days after a U.S. missile strike and disputing reports that the al-Qaida linked movement he left behind was falling apart.
‘Lion of the Senate’ Edward Kennedy dies of brain cancer: By David Lightman - McClatchy Newspapers; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A2; U.S. Sen. Edward Moore Kennedy, the last of the Kennedy brothers who profoundly reshaped American politics over the past half-century, died shortly before midnight Tuesday at his home in Hyannisport, Mass.
KU softball adds assistant coach: J-W Staff Reports; August 26, 2009 in print edition on B5; Alycia Bachkora has joined Kansas University’s softball staff as an assistant coach to head coach Megan Smith.
NFL Briefs: Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on B6; The agent for Edgerrin James says the league’s leading active rusher has signed a one-year contract with the Seattle Seahawks.
Plat approved for home on vacant property: Staff reports; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A5; On a 4-0 vote commissioners approved a plat for a single-family home at 427 Country Club Drive.
City agrees to spend $2.45M on dam repair: Staff reports; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A5; Lawrence city commissioners are ready to dive into a major Kansas River project.
Field grows for Congress seat: Staff reports; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A3; Sen. Jean Schodorf of Wichita has announced her candidacy for the 4th District congressional seat being vacated by fellow Republican Todd Tiahrt.
Cowboys’ Williams appreciates criticism: Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on B6; Roy Williams appreciates all the criticism and questions, especially from those who have wondered out loud if Cowboys owner Jerry Jones made the right move acquiring him to be Dallas’ lead receiver.
City discusses consultant costs, hiring process: By Chad Lawhorn; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A3; Three city commissioners are expressing concern about whether the process to hire city consultants is giving taxpayers the best bang for their buck.
Kids step up to fill cleaning void: Loss of custodian turns into lesson; By Lindsey Slater; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A1; Melvin Mack has a job to do. He’s in charge of taking out the trash. He even volunteered for the position.
Wetlands flourish: Mike Caron - Lawrence; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A8; To the editor: This summer’s soggy weather hurt many farmers, but rain’s great for wetlands.
Virginia prep Lamb to visit for Late Night: J-W Staff Reports; August 26, 2009 in print edition on B5; Doron Lamb, a 6-foot-4 senior shooting guard from Oak Hill Academy in Mouth of Wilson, Va., will make an official recruiting visit to Kansas University for the Oct. 16 Late Night in the Phog, Rivals.com reports.
Chiefs address line worries: New blockers fast-tracked into lineup as K.C. returns home; Associated Press; August 26, 2009 in print edition on B1; Two new blockers who were hurried in to help the Chiefs’ beleaguered offensive line
Bicycle equality: Richard Wingfield - Lecompton; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A8; To the editor: I too would like to see a system of trails for bicycles as Mr. Pye wrote about in his letter on Aug. 18.
Basic values: Jean Stokes - Lawrence; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A8; To the editor: The first article you see on the Journal-World front page on Aug. 21 is that Kansas University has sold 40 seats to the men’s basketball games for $15,000 each.
Misleading ‘facts’: Dr. Steven Bruner - Lawrence; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A8; To the editor: I (and probably many others) recently received a form letter from Rep. Lynn Jenkins containing the following statement: “Current proposals will add $239 billion to the deficit and increase taxes by $818 billion on individuals who cannot afford coverage.”
Priority items: J-W Editorials; August 26, 2009 in print edition on A8; Kansas legislators should share the governor’s concern for Department of Corrections funding.
Stuckey, by the book: KU safety always stood out on, off field; By Jesse Newell; 12:00 a.m., August 26, 2009 Updated 03:34 a.m. in print edition on B1; Darrell Stuckey’s mom and those who saw him grow up recall an athlete who stood out as a person, too.
100 years ago: Commissioner inspects poor farm: August 26, 2009 in print edition on A8; From the Lawrence Daily World for Aug. 26, 1909: “A.L. Selig, who will be the new county poor commissioner after Sept. 1, yesterday made an inspection of the county poor farm south of town. He is known to want to improve conditions there although he has not said exactly what he has in mind.”
25 years ago: Professors chosen for awards: August 26, 2009 in print edition on A8; Three Kansas University professors — Robert Casad, Gilbert Greenwald and Beatrice Wright — were chosen to receive the 1984 Higuchi-Endowment Research Awards. Meanwhile, three KU faculty members were receiving coveted KU Endowment Association Teaching Professorships. They were Dr. John Kepes, George Lawner and Elizabeth Schultz.
Can sizes call for translation: By Susan Krumm; August 26, 2009 in print edition on C3; One of my grandmother’s recipes calls for a No. 303 can of peaches. What does that mean?
Make a creamy dessert without the heaps of fat: By Jim Romanoff - Associated Press Writer; August 26, 2009 in print edition on C1; If you’re aiming for silky, creamy desserts, you generally need heaps of fat.
Say cheese: Lawrence markets carry tastes from around the world: By Sarah Henning; August 26, 2009 in print edition on C1; The variety is staggering, while the mission is simple: Pick up some cheese at the market.
Kansas must start 6-0: By Tom Keegan; August 26, 2009 in print edition on B1; A 6-0 start would generate some national noise.
Be creative with cucumbers: The Baltimore Sun; August 26, 2009 in print edition on C3; Pity the poor cucumber.

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