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Devin and Aniela Kiekel, Lawrence, a boy.

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Richard Gwin/Journal-World Photo.Tammy Farmer's son Logan Farmer 10, plays with his pet guinea pig "Stewart" recently and had no idea what life had in store for him after visiting lots of doctors and finally being diagnosed with Lyme and Bartonella

Lawrence resident Carol Hurst gets to work shoveling the walkway to her house Monday on Tennessee Street. Hurst, like many other Lawrencians, spent the day clearing, digging and tossing away the snow

Lawrence resident Carrie Mayhew digs her car out on Monday as it was snowed in by city street crews outside her house in Old West Lawrence

City workers remove snow from the 700 block of Massachusetts around noon on Monday

City workers remove snow from the 700 block of Massachusetts around noon on Monday

Lawrence resident John Hamill sends a burst of snow and ice into the air as he works to clear the sidewalk at the corner of 10th and Connecticut on Monday. Hamill decided long sleeves and a jacket were too much for the day's task

Kelly Jones, right, and others with the Douglas County Senior Services' Safe Seniors Walkway program volunteer to help Lawrence residents who cannot shovel their sidewalks after snowstorms

Shareka Wright walks along Lawrence's slowly thawing streets on Monday. Today's temperatures warmed enough to start melting the weekend's snow, but another cold blast will likely hit the city on Wednesday

City workers on Monday, December 28, 2009, add to a pile of snow removed from Lawrence's streets

KC-area ska band, Sex Police

Approach, a.k.a. Sean Hunt

The weekend's snowfall makes things difficult for some, but kids such as Arly Fahy, 5, made the most of the weather on Monday

Workers from Swims & Sweeps install a high efficiency wood burning stove

More than five years ago, the state Legislature passed the Economic Growth Act, giving the Kansas Bioscience Authority $580 million over 15 years

Marjorie Jean Tate

Iranian protesters beat police officers during an anti-government protest Sunday in Tehran, Iran. At least five people were killed, including a nephew of opposition leader Mir Hossein Mousavi, according to Mousavi’s Web site, Kaleme.ir

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KU basketball holiday clinic

Polls

If KU needs a last-possession basket, who do you want to take the shot?

Poll results

Response	Percent
Sherron Collins		78%
Xavier Henry		15%
Cole Aldrich		4%
Other		1%
Total	546

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12:00 a.m.

Steve Woodberry back on the bench: By Gary Bedore; December 27, 2009 in print edition on 1C; Steve Woodberry — who played on two Final Four teams and three Big Eight title squads at Kansas University before embarking on a pro basketball career in Australia, Lithuania, Greece, Finland and Sweden — doesn’t boast about his own accomplishments on the recruiting trail.

6:00 a.m.

Roads finally cleared of snow: By Jesse Fray; 12:10 p.m., December 27, 2009 Updated 12:00 a.m. in print edition on 1A; Tom Orzulak, the city’s street division manager, said the snow event that crippled the city during the Christmas holiday weekend was the biggest he’d seen in his 20 years on the job.

Video: City plows making progress
Photo gallery: 2009 Christmas storm
Photo gallery: Winter Weather 2009-10

10:00 a.m.

Bioscience Authority investments help grow business in Kansas: By Christine Metz; December 28, 2009 in print edition on 1A; On an overcast winter afternoon, the doors of a greenhouse on the outskirts of Manhattan are the portal to a hot mid-July day. Inside, potted rows of corn stand in 90-degree heat under 12 hours of gleaming light and emit that familiar sugary sweet smell of summer.

2:00 p.m.

Teens rush to avoid license restrictions: By Mark Fagan; December 28, 2009 in print edition on 3A; Teens are pulling into a large parking lot in North Lawrence and crowding into a small storefront in the I-70 Business Center — all intent on squeezing through an ever-shrinking window in the calendar for securing an unrestricted driver’s license.

Source document: Graduated Driver License Requirements for Teen Drivers

6:00 p.m.

Saved energy = saved money: Lawrence experts suggest which home tax credits to tackle: By Phil Cauthon; December 28, 2009; Odds are, somewhere in your house is a black hole that’s sucking down a constant stream of wasted energy. And wasted money.

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Lawrence making bid for Kansas’ Shrine Bowl: By Chad Lawhorn; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A1; The Lawrence Convention and Visitors Bureau is making a bid for KU’s Memorial Stadium to host the 2012 Kansas Shrine Bowl on the last Saturday in July.
Weather causes 26 people to seek treatment in LMH emergency room: December 28, 2009; There have been 26 weather-related emergency room visits at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.
LMH physical therapist offers tips on how to recover from snow-shoveling pains: By Karrey Britt; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A1; If you are among the residents who are suffering aches and pains due to snow-shoveling, an LMH physical therapist suggests using cold packs, over-the-counter medicine, doing gentle stretches and drinking fluids.
Texas Tech suspends Leach; university will investigate coach’s treatment of player: Associated Press; 04:36 p.m., December 28, 2009 Updated 01:03 a.m. in print edition on B1; Texas Tech suspended Mike Leach on Monday while the school investigated complaints from receiver Adam James and his family about how the player was treated after a concussion.
Holiday snowstorm will prove costly to city: By Chad Lawhorn; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A1; By at least one measure, Lawrence’s Christmas Blizzard was as powerful as about nine storms combined.
Volunteers help elderly residents with snow removal: By Shaun Hittle; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A3; Kelly Jones, a volunteer snow shoveler with the Safe Seniors Walkway program, received a little help Monday in front of an east Lawrence home.
City to begin issuing tickets on Tuesday for unshoveled sidewalks: By Chad Lawhorn; 02:44 p.m., December 28, 2009 Updated 03:58 p.m. in print edition on A1; The first tickets issued under the city’s stricter sidewalk snow shoveling ordinance may come as early as Tuesday morning.
Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics: By Andy Hyland; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A3; A February dip into frigid Clinton Lake will raise funds for Special Olympics Kansas.
Martin Luther King’s legacy to be honored through series of January events: By Shaun Hittle; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A3; The Rev. William Dulin has seen progress in race relations in Lawrence during the 25 years he’s been involved with the Martin Luther King J. Community Celebration.
It’s not unanimous, but Jayhawks stay atop both polls: Texas grabs three first-place votes in coaches poll; J-W Staff Reports; December 28, 2009; The Kansas men’s basketball team remains atop both college basketball polls.
Decade-ending debauchery: Your guide to 2009 New Year’s Eve parties: By Gavon Laessig; December 28, 2009; Since New Year’s Eve is arguably the biggest party night of the year, everyone from Baby New Year to Father Time is throwing a blowout shindig. Here’s the evening’s best bets…
Tonganoxie couple taking retirement as an opportunity to move somewhere warmer: Kenya: By Shawn Linenberger; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A3; Tonganoxie’s John and Cindy Korb will be using their retirement to move to a warmer locale, but the destination will come by anything but the routine retirement migration.
Wakarusa Township board alters meeting schedule: By George Diepenbrock; December 28, 2009; The Wakarusa Township Board has slightly changed its meeting schedule for 2010.
Oklahoma company recalls beef with possible link to E. coli illness in Kansas, other Midwestern states: December 28, 2009; An Owasso company is voluntarily recalling about 248,000 pounds of beef it says might be contaminated with a strain of E. coli bacteria.
Statehouse Live: Former AG Kline takes on “Avatar”: By Scott Rothschild; 09:15 a.m., December 28, 2009 Updated 09:17 a.m.; Kline sees new movie as anti-American
Closings, cancellations and delays for Monday Dec. 28: December 28, 2009; A round-up of weather-related closings and cancellations in and around the Lawrence area.
Saved energy = saved money: Lawrence experts suggest which home tax credits to tackle: By Phil Cauthon; December 28, 2009; Odds are, somewhere in your house is a black hole that’s sucking down a constant stream of wasted energy. And wasted money.
Work out like a personal trainer: We talk to Lawrence’s fittest for their fitness tips; By Sarah Henning; December 28, 2009; It’s the first question Nathan Wellendorf gets in any small-talk situation where he happens to mention what he does for a living. “You’re a personal trainer — how often do you work out?”
Dawson deserves Hall call: By Tom Keegan; December 28, 2009 in print edition on B1; Quiet Andre Dawson deserves to be in the Baseball Hall of Fame.
The Edge: December 28, 2009; • Mary J. Blige (Music) • ‘Pops’ (Books) • ‘Rewilders’ (Books)
Test masters: KU freshmen who received perfect scores on entrance exams share test-taking tips: By Mackenzie Steffen; December 28, 2009; As a high school senior, Bailey Reimer had already developed a healthy balance between socializing and academia. The night before she earned a perfect score of 1600 on the SAT, she was listening to Cake at the Wakarusa Music and Camping Festival.
Amazing grain: South Pole cook touts barley’s many qualities: By Tom King; December 28, 2009; Francis Sheil knows all about winter food. He recently became the 1,255th person on record to spend a complete winter at the South Pole. Seven months, 80 below and total darkness. “The Milky Way is so bright, it almost seems to cast a shadow,” he says.
Teens rush to avoid license restrictions: By Mark Fagan; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A3; Teens are pulling into a large parking lot in North Lawrence and crowding into a small storefront in the I-70 Business Center — all intent on squeezing through an ever-shrinking window in the calendar for securing an unrestricted driver’s license.
Small turnout for rally recalling Israeli strikes: Associated Press; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A2; A meager turnout at a well-publicized Hamas rally Sunday to mark a year since Israel’s devastating Gaza offensive appeared to reflect public despair over grinding poverty, stalled reconstruction and discontent over the militant Islamic group’s attempt to turn the occasion into a victory march.
Government sends Hmong back to Laos: Associated Press; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A2; Thailand sent army troops with shields and batons to evict some 4,000 ethnic Hmong asylum seekers today and send them back to Laos despite strong objections from the U.S. and rights groups who fear they will face persecution.
Harlem political pioneer dies at 89: Associated Press; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A2; Percy Sutton, the pioneering civil rights attorney who represented Malcolm X before launching successful careers as a political power broker and media mogul, has died. He was 89.
2 passengers detained after flight, FBI says: Associated Press; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A2; Two men thought to have been acting suspicious aboard a flight bound for Phoenix were detained and questioned by federal anti-terrorism authorities before they were released, the FBI said Sunday.
Public option may not survive in final health bill: By Calvin Woodward - Associated Press Writer; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A2; Two House Democrats who favor a government insurance plan, a central element of health care legislation passed in their chamber, acknowledged Sunday it might have to be sacrificed as negotiators work out a final agreement with the Senate.
Iranian security forces fight protesters; at least 5 killed: By Ali Akbar Dareini - Associated Press Writer; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A2; Iranian security forces fired on stone-throwing protesters in the center of the capital Sunday in one of the bloodiest confrontations in months, opposition Web sites and witnesses said. At least five people were killed.
Indian tribes buy back thousands of acres: By Timberly Ross - Associated Press Writer; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A10; American Indian tribes tired of waiting for the U.S. government to honor centuries-old treaties are buying back land where their ancestors lived and putting it in federal trust.
Divorces granted: December 28, 2009 in print edition on A4; Divorces granted by the Douglas County District Court
Marriage licenses issued: Staff reports; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A4; Marriage licenses issued by the Douglas County District Court
Not so fast: Meyer only taking leave from UF: Associated Press; December 28, 2009 in print edition on B3; Florida coach Urban Meyer changed his mind Sunday and said he was taking an indefinite leave of absence instead of resigning. Despite ongoing concerns with his health, he expects to be on the sideline leading the Gators when next season opens.
Spiller, Clemson run over Kentucky: Associated Press; December 28, 2009 in print edition on B3; C.J. Spiller scored a touchdown and had 172 all-purpose yards in his final college game, leading Clemson to a 21-13 victory Sunday night in the Music City Bowl.
Illegal dumping on federal lands taxes agency: By Mike Stark - Associated Press Writer; December 28, 2009 in print edition on B10; During a warm spell this fall, vandals hauled 18 decrepit televisions and computers down a narrow gravel road in Utah’s picturesque Skull Valley, dumped them on a hillside, blasted them with guns and left them for dead.
‘American Masters’ takes Alcott off shelf: By Kevin McDonough; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A9; Sometimes the next best thing to creating a solid adaptation of a beloved novel is to offer a biography of the woman behind the book.
MSNBC will shuffle daytime lineup to emphasize big stories: By David Bauder - Associated Press Writer; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A9; Opinionated talk is big business on cable news networks when the sun goes down. But during the day, it’s the complete opposite.
Horoscope for December 28, 2009: December 28, 2009 in print edition on A9; For Monday, Dec. 28: This year, you quickly clear new paths and proceed into new areas with ease. Investigate your options while adding in some imagination and dropping the word “no” from your vocabulary. If you are single, you’ll discover just how desirable you are. If you are attached, the two of you see eye to eye on finances and where to take a risk.
Emotionally spent, Bengals clinch: December 28, 2009; Carson Palmer’s touchdown pass to Chad Ochocinco completed a 98-yard drive in the closing minutes Sunday, sending Cincinnati to a 17-10 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs that clinched the AFC North title five days after the Bengals buried teammate Chris Henry.
Bioscience Authority investments help grow business in Kansas: By Christine Metz; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A1; On an overcast winter afternoon, the doors of a greenhouse on the outskirts of Manhattan are the portal to a hot mid-July day. Inside, potted rows of corn stand in 90-degree heat under 12 hours of gleaming light and emit that familiar sugary sweet smell of summer.
Shoppers make holiday merrier by spending a little more: Associated Press; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A1; Holiday shoppers spent a little more this season, according to data released today, giving merchants some reason for cheer.
Many happy returns: Jayhawks hold clinic after travel travails; By Gary Bedore; December 28, 2009 in print edition on B1; Kansas University sophomore basketball forward Marcus Morris and brother Markieff were scheduled to return to Lawrence on Saturday afternoon following a three-day Christmas vacation to Philadelphia. But they didn’t make it back until Sunday morning.
Attack brings airport security reviews: By Pamela Hess and Calvin Woodward - Associated Press Writers; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A1; Investigators piecing together a brazen attempt to bring down a trans-Atlantic airliner said Sunday the suspect tucked a small bag holding his deadly concoction on his body, using an explosive that would have been easily detected with the right airport equipment.
Longtime curator of Eisenhower museum to retire: By Gordon D. Fiedler Jr. - The Salina Journal; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A3; Four decades ago, Dennis Medina’s knowledge of Dwight Eisenhower consisted of watching his 1953 inaugural festivities on television and reading newspaper stories about his presidential visits to Colorado, where Medina lived at the time. That was it.
Historic cemetery preserves KU ties: By Andy Hyland; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A3; Kenneth Armitage, a retired Kansas University biology professor who taught for 40 years, says that if he’s buried anywhere, it’ll be at Pioneer Cemetery on West Campus.
Happy holidays in Hollywood: Box-office record is broken: Associated Press; December 28, 2009; It was a memorable and merry Christmas in Hollywood as moviegoers shattered box-office records, responding in droves to a diverse array of high-profile releases over the holiday weekend.
People in the news: Associated Press; December 28, 2009; Authorities say actor Charlie Sheen is accused of using a weapon in an alleged case of domestic violence in Aspen.
Facts put president’s first year in perspective: By Chris Cillizza - The Washington Post; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A7; It has been nearly a year since Barack Obama was sworn in as the 44th president of the United States.
25 years ago: LMH approved for $860,000 facility: December 28, 2009 in print edition on A7; Lawrence Memorial Hospital received the state’s official approval to build an $860,000 ambulatory surgical unit and educational facility.
100 years ago: Student becomes Immigration Bureau secretary: December 28, 2009 in print edition on A7; From the Lawrence Daily World for Dec. 28, 1909: “James H. Patten, a former student and faculty member at the university, is now secretary of the U.S. Immigration Bureau and is a worldwide leader in the fight against white slavery.
A recipe for Latin American progress: By Andres Oppenheimer - Miami Herald; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A7; As we approach the end of the year, let me share with you some of the things I learned over the past 12 months while writing my columns on hemispheric affairs. Some of them are surprisingly simple, but could make a big difference.
Ike’s place: J-W Editorials; December 28, 2009 in print edition on A7; The retirement of its longtime curator serves to remind us what a gem Kansas has in the Eisenhower library and museum in Abilene.
Cioppino with Jayni: December 28, 2009; Celebrate the new year with director Ric Averill and Chef Cory Knubley.
Sauna sisters: Female friends forge strong bond over longtime parties: By Cathy Hamilton; December 28, 2009; Some women bond over bridge, Bunco or book clubs. Others connect in coffee klatches or cocktail hours. Still others share fun, fears and frustrations during tennis games, workouts or long-distance runs.
Art advocate: Longtime docent touts Spencer’s programming: By Eileen Roddy; December 28, 2009; Traveling to Europe to study its rich art history has only deepened Betsy Weaver’s appreciation for what Kansas University has to offer.
The whaddayacallit decade: By Julie Dunlap; December 28, 2009; It just occurred to me that we are not simply toasting away another year and welcoming a new one this weekend, but we are about to say goodbye to the very first decade of this millennium.
Teens aim high with goals for new year: We asked members of Angle, the Journal-World’s teen advisory board, to let us in on their resolutions and tell us how good they are at keeping them.; December 28, 2009
Simple steps can prevent frozen pipes: By Linda Cottin; December 28, 2009; When the temperature outside drops below 20 degrees and the wind begins to blow, uninsulated water lines and drain pipes are likely to freeze. A few simple steps can help you avoid a problem before it happens.
Treasure hunters: Meet ‘Junker Jo,’ who looks for antiques and other deals around Lawrence: December 28, 2009; My name is Joan Stone, and my friends call me “Junker Jo.” I am a yard sale goddess. My crown is neatly packed in a box in the basement — which of course, I picked up at a yard sale for a great price.
Top jewelry trends will take you into spring: By Caitlin Donnelly; December 28, 2009; Check out the jewelry trends for winter/spring 2010!
Save on home renovation: By Scott Girard; December 28, 2009; When Karen and Dermot Kerin planned to move to Lawrence from Wisconsin in late 2008, they wanted a beautiful house with little upkeep and renovation necessary. The house they chose was anything but simple work.
Lawrence Public Library’s top 10: December 28, 2009; Here are the top-10 most-requested books at the Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vt., as of Dec. 21.
Horoscopes: By Holiday Mathis; December 28, 2009; This week’s birthdays: Venus conjunct with Pluto brings awareness to the ways time transforms relationships. Feelings change. Every so often it’s important to take inventory on the state of the union. Whether it’s a friendship, family connection or romance, it’s important to assess the relationship’s qualities and confirm its place in your life.

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