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12:00 a.m.
Wyatt Carson, center, a second-grader at Pinckney school, started a fashion fad after choosing to wear a tie to school. Now several second-graders are wearing ties. In class Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008, from left are Milo McKay, Arthur Hughes, Carson, Oliver Broce and Hunter Jones. Tie-wearing boys on national TV today
By Lindsey Slater
January 8, 2009 in print edition on 1A
Lindsey Slater discusses the national follow-up on a story about some stylish Pinckney students.
6:00 a.m.
Kansas University junior Zach Shoffner tests an electric guitar before a wall of musical merchandise Thursday at Mass. Street Music, 1347 Mass. Sales tax revenue for the city of Lawrence was up 3.8 percent for 2008. ’08 sales tax collections are ‘cause for optimism’
By Chad Lawhorn
January 9, 2009 in print edition on 1A
Take comfort or solace in this thought: 2008 may end up being the good year. Despite dark financial headlines for much of the year, Lawrence sales tax collections in 2008 grew at their most robust rate since 2004. The city collected $21.2 million in 2008, up 3.8 percent from the $20.4 million collected in 2007.
10:00 a.m.
The Lawrence-Douglas County Housing Authority has completed a $2.35 million project to buy and renovate the Clinton Place Apartments, just southwest of Clinton Parkway and Iowa Street. The complex is once again being used as a facility for low-income seniors. Apartment makeover benefits seniors
By Chad Lawhorn
January 9, 2009 in print edition on 3A
Two years ago, Jacqueline Bari was ready to move out of Clinton Place Apartments. Rotting siding hung from the sides of the building. Dirty, moldy carpet filled the interior with a stench. And, worst of all, there was a figurative stench, too. The 58-unit apartment complex was rampant with drug activity and alcohol abuse.
2:00 p.m.
Sound profession: Lawrence’s career musicians rank high in challenging field
By Jon Niccum
January 9, 2009 in print edition on 1C
The National Endowment of the Arts has released a statistical report involving those in the arts and entertainment fields. Among the findings is a section culled from the most recent U.S. Census that lists the “top metropolitan areas ranked by percentage of musicians in the labor force.” Nashville took the No. 1 slot. Lawrence ranked No. 2.
6:00 p.m.
Lawrence kids step into national spotlight with two network TV appearances
By Jonathan Kealing
January 9, 2009
Several Lawrence kids became national TV stars today after their unique stories appeared on LJWorld.com, in the Lawrence Journal-World and on 6News.

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KU ready for Spartans
January 9, 2009
KU takes on top 10-ranked Michigan State today.
KU takes on top 10-ranked Michigan State today.
January 9, 2009
Cloudy and windy, with a high of 32 and a low of 19.
For hire: Man
January 9, 2009
A Texas man is taking advantage of a tough economy.
With the turn of the calendar, it’s suddenly tax time
By Jesse Fray
10:30 p.m., January 9, 2009 Updated 12:00 a.m.
Lawrence tax preparers expect taxpayers to be more prompt about going through the nightmares of filing their returns this year.
Area high school basketball recap
January 9, 2009
Both Basehor-Linwood and Tonganoxie boys and girls win, while Piper girls overtake Perry, and vice versa for the boys.
K-7 construction could be finished next month
January 9, 2009
An intersection at Kansas Highway 7 and Highway 24 is behind schedule, but could be done next month.
DE Young re-commits to Kansas
By Dugan Arnett
January 9, 2009
The recruiting process of Olathe North High defensive end Kevin Young has taken some interesting turns, but ultimately has led to the University of Kansas.
Landmark to acquire CornerBank branch, deposits
By Mark Fagan
January 9, 2009
Landmark National Bank is preparing to take over CornerBank’s deposits and branch location in Lawrence, the banks announced Friday afternoon.
Lawrence boy, hedgehog appear on ‘Fox & Friends’
By Kristen Holmes
January 9, 2009
When an 11-year-old petitioned a law that prohibited hedgehogs in the city of Lawrence, he had no idea what kind of attention he would receive.
JoCo deputies shut down alleged identity theft ring
By George Diepenbrock
January 9, 2009
Johnson County Sheriff’s officers arrested eight people Friday morning at a De Soto business and another person in Olathe as part of an alleged identity theft ring.
Ill. lawmakers impeach Blagojevich; Gov. vows he’ll ‘be exonerated’
Associated Press
January 9, 2009
The Illinois House voted overwhelmingly Friday to impeach Gov. Rod Blagojevich, an unprecedented action that sets up a Senate trial on whether he should be thrown out for abuse of power, including allegations that he tried to sell President-elect Barack Obama’s vacant Senate seat.
Sebelius, Parkinson outline plan for solar, wind energy programs for Kansas
Plan includes incentives, efficiency requirements
By Scott Rothschild
01:19 p.m., January 9, 2009 Updated 10:55 a.m.
Kansans would have new incentives to install solar panels and wind generators under an energy proposal unveiled by Gov. Kathleen Sebelius and Lt. Gov. Mark Parkinson.“It’s time we take the next step toward a clean energy future,” Sebelius said.
Lawrence kids step into national spotlight with two network TV appearances
By Jonathan Kealing
January 9, 2009
Several Lawrence kids became national TV stars today after their unique stories appeared on LJWorld.com, in the Lawrence Journal-World and on 6News.
KU named ‘best value’ college by Princeton Review
KU named a best value —— Princeton Review puts university in top 50
By Aly Van Dyke
11:32 a.m., January 9, 2009 Updated 05:47 p.m.
KU is among the 100 Best Value Colleges 2009, which includes 50 public and 50 private institutions. Rankings are based on surveys of administrators and students at more than 650 public and private colleges and universities. The selection criteria covered more than 30 factors in three areas: academics, costs of attendance and financial aid. The data is from the 2007-08 academic year, the first year in which KU’s tuition compact was in effect.
National unemployment rises to highest level in 16 years
About 2.6 million jobs lost in 2008
Associated Press
January 9, 2009
The nation’s unemployment rate bolted to 7.2 percent in December, the highest level in 16 years, as nervous employers slashed 524,000 jobs. The labor market is expected to remain weak as mass layoffs continue.
On the record
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A4
• Alarm sounded, 11:11 a.m. Wednesday, 1345 Jayhawk Blvd.• Sprinkler activation, 11:09 a.m. Wednesday, 101 McDonald Drive.• Smoke scare, odor of smoke, 1 a.m. Wednesday, 1433 Ohio.
KTKA returns to satellite network
ABC affiliate is back on Dish Network after negotiations, but KMBC still off Sunflower
By Mark Fagan
January 9, 2009 in print edition on B9
KTKA, the ABC affiliate serving the Topeka television market, is back on Dish Network after the two operators settled an impasse that had disconnected the station’s programming from subscribers since midnight Jan. 1.Now that the station’s owner, Free State Communications LLC, has that issue settled, the company’s parent is continuing efforts to restore access to two Kansas City, Mo.-based stations for its own cable-television subscribers through Sunflower Broadband.
New U.S.-led naval force to battle pirates
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A2
A new international naval force under American command will soon begin patrols to confront escalating attacks by Somali pirates after more than 100 ships came under siege in the past year, the U.S. Navy said Thursday.But the mission — expected to begin operations next week — appears more of an attempt to sharpen the military focus against piracy rather than a signal of expanded offensives across one of the world’s most crucial shipping lanes.
Chargers can’t let Sproles get away
By Charean Williams - Fort Worth Star-Telegram
January 9, 2009 in print edition on B2
The San Diego Chargers have never been married to their best players. They are one of the few teams unafraid to make the hard choices in letting good players go for nothing in return
The toxic side of self-esteem
By Garrison Keillor
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A9
When you look at the audience numbers for TV and then add up the incarcerated felons, Alzheimer’s patients and confirmed barflies in America, it dawns on you who is watching TV these days — people unable to lead normal productive lives — and yet they give out awards for this stuff and the hosts of shows are driven to and fro in Lincoln Town Cars and they suffer from toxic self-esteem.
Travoltas hold memorial for son
By Tamara Lush - Associated Press Writer
January 9, 2009 in print edition on B8
Friends and relatives of John Travolta and his wife Kelly Preston gathered Thursday at their central Florida home for a memorial service to honor the couple’s 16-year-old son, Jett. The couple lives in a sprawling $8 million home in a luxury subdivision with its own airstrip near this small town. Jett died at the family vacation home in Grand Bahama last week.
Bradford comes up short in QB matchup
The Associated Press
January 9, 2009 in print edition on B3
Sam Bradford won the Heisman Trophy with some of the most impressive statistics ever put up by a college quarterback. But in the biggest game of his career, he and Oklahoma’s high-powered offense looked ordinary.
Little’s status still up in air
Red-shirt decision will be made before Tuesday’s KSU game
By Gary Bedore
January 9, 2009 in print edition on B1
As of noon, Thursday, Mario Little needed to score about 20 tickets for Saturday’s Kansas University-Michigan State basketball game in East Lansing, Mich.
Horoscopes
January 9, 2009 in print edition on B8
Your actions this year have much more impact than anticipated. Your choice of direction needs to remain strong; otherwise, you easily could be distracted. If you are single, you can kiss away that status if you so choose. f you are attached, your sweetie becomes more easygoing and expresses more understanding.
Seabury rolls to 4-0
J-W Staff Reports
January 9, 2009 in print edition on B5
Seabury Academy’s boys basketball team defeated Heritage, 73-61, on Thursday at Heritage’s gym.
Red Sox to add Smoltz
January 9, 2009 in print edition on B2
John Smoltz and Brad Penny are on their way to the Red Sox. Rocco Baldelli already was in Boston, holding up his new jersey.
’08 sales tax collections are ‘cause for optimism’
Numbers seem to defy national gloom
By Chad Lawhorn
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A1
Take comfort or solace in this thought: 2008 may end up being the good year. Despite dark financial headlines for much of the year, Lawrence sales tax collections in 2008 grew at their most robust rate since 2004. The city collected $21.2 million in 2008, up 3.8 percent from the $20.4 million collected in 2007.
Legislators prepare constituents for fallout from budget trims
By George Diepenbrock
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A3
All week at different forums, Douglas County’s legislators have tried to brace constituents for the tough budget decisions that await them beginning Monday in Topeka. With an economy in crisis and plummeting revenues, the county’s delegation Thursday night at an American Association of University Women event again told about 40 people at the Dole Institute of Politics they would do their best to prioritize funding as they face an expected $1 billion deficit for the next fiscal year.
Missing boy’s sister was one who called officials
McClatchy Newspapers
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A1
For years, Crystal says, she felt bad about how her mother treated her younger, adopted brother: Adam Herrman, who would be 21 now if he is still alive. One pivotal day more than a month ago, she brought her concern to the state. Her action led to the discovery that Adam disappeared in 1999, and it triggered an ongoing law enforcement investigation into what happened to him.
Who does Jesus cheer for?
By Bill Mayer
12:00 a.m., January 9, 2009 Updated 03:52 p.m. in print edition on B1
In those days when Notre Dame and Southern Methodist both were prominent on the college football scene, they often drew attention because of team prayers before games. This caused columnist Dan Jenkins to ask: “OK, which gang does God favor, the Catholics or Protestants?”
Burris denies any improper deals
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A8
Roland Burris cleared a key hurdle Thursday on his way to filling President-elect Barack Obama’s vacant U.S. Senate seat, testifying under oath that he didn’t strike any deals with Gov. Rod Blagojevich to get the plum appointment.
FSHS satisfied with second place
By Jesse Temple
January 9, 2009 in print edition on B1
Revenge is a dish best served … in warm water. Last month, Free State High’s swim team hosted a meet and finished one spot behind city rival Lawrence High — and that was big news for both sides.
Bond scam targets property owners
By David W. Myers
January 9, 2009 in print edition on B9
Our home has been on the market for several months. We recently received a full-price offer from an investor who would purchase the property with a written “private offset bond” guaranteed by the federal government. How do these bonds work?
‘Slumdog Millionaire’ wins 5 Critics’ Choice Awards
By Sandy Cohen - Associated Press Writer
January 9, 2009 in print edition on B8
The critics have spoken, and “Slumdog Millionaire” is their final answer. The rags-to-riches tale won a leading five prizes, including best picture, at Thursday night’s Critics’ Choice Awards. “Slumdog” also won honors for director Danny Boyle, writer Simon Beaufoy, star Dev Patel and composer A.R. Rahman.
Congress declares Obama next president
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A2
Barack Obama is officially the next president of the United States, Congress declared Thursday in fulfilling its centuries-old constitutional duty to certify and tally the electoral college vote from each state. Republicans joined Democrats in a standing ovation as Vice President Dick Cheney, in his role as president of the Senate, announced from the podium that Obama had achieved a majority of votes and would be the 44th president on Jan. 20.
Woman recovers after near death from cold
The Associated Press
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A2
A 64-year-old woman whose heart stopped beating and body temperature dropped to a dangerous 60 degrees after she was stuck in the cold for hours has survived — and her recovery amazed doctors.
42 states face salmonella outbreak
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A2
A nationwide salmonella outbreak that has struck 42 states has put about one in five of its victims in the hospital, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Thursday. Nearly 400 people have become ill in the outbreak that might have killed one person. An elderly woman in Minnesota had the infection when she died, although it’s not clear that salmonella was the cause, a health department spokesman there said.
U.N. calls for immediate cease-fire in Gaza
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A2
The U.N. Security Council called for an “immediate” and “durable” cease-fire in Gaza in a resolution Thursday night even as fighting between Israel and Hamas raged — with early morning airstrikes killing seven Palestinians and pushing the death toll to about 760 in the near two-week conflict.
Kline says he won’t take records in abortion case
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A4
Johnson County District Attorney Phill Kline told a judge Thursday that he won’t take any records in a criminal case against an abortion clinic with him when he leaves office. But Kline’s testimony under oath during a district court hearing didn’t satisfy attorneys for the clinic, operated by Planned Parenthood in Overland Park. They said they’re most concerned about protecting the privacy of 29 patients whose medical files have become key evidence in the criminal case Kline filed.
Alzheimer’s drugs double death risk in elderly
By Maria Cheng - Associated Press Writer
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A8
Anti-psychotic drugs commonly used to treat Alzheimer’s disease may double a patient’s chance of dying within a few years, suggests a new study that adds to concerns already known about such medications. “For the vast majority of Alzheimer’s patients, taking these drugs is probably not a worthwhile risk,” said Clive Ballard, the paper’s lead author, of the Wolfson Centre for Age-Related Diseases at King’s College London.
Less mail leads to changes in postal routes
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A2
Think you know what time your mail arrives each day? Think again. The U.S. Postal Service is reviewing all its city routes nationwide and changing some of them to cut costs because mail volume is dropping during the recession.
Two finales and a return mark Friday’s revolving door
By Kevin McDonough
January 9, 2009 in print edition on B8
“Stargate Atlantis” (8 p.m., Sci Fi) airs its 100th and final episode tonight. Series finales generally offer a chance to reunite cast members past and present and tie up a few loose ends. Occasionally, we get an “Oh, wow, Bob Newhart and Suzanne Pleshette in bed — I didn’t see THAT coming” moment, but those are so rare as to be memorable.
U.S. 24-40 work has new deadline
Construction near Kansas Highway 7 expected to be finished in February
By Estuardo Garcia
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A5
Commuters waiting since last March for construction along U.S. Highway 24-40 and Kansas Highway 7 to finish will have to wait until the end of February. The new deadline is causing the state to assess liquidated damages on APAC-Kansas Inc., the project’s primary contractor, because of ongoing construction work that now has extended beyond the scheduled winter 2008 completion date.
Instructive film
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A9
To the editor: For those parents who wish to teach their children, and I do not mean very young children, about the Holocaust, take them to see “The Boy in Striped Pajamas” at Liberty Hall. The movie contains no graphic scenes but is extremely powerful nonetheless.
Apartment makeover benefits seniors
Agency purchases, completes repairs to complex near Iowa St.
By Chad Lawhorn
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A3
Two years ago, Jacqueline Bari was ready to move out of Clinton Place Apartments. Rotting siding hung from the sides of the building. Dirty, moldy carpet filled the interior with a stench. And, worst of all, there was a figurative stench, too. The 58-unit apartment complex was rampant with drug activity and alcohol abuse.
Initiative to offer parenting programs
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A3
The Parenting Education Initiative will offer a series of programs. A different program will be offered each month at either Lawrence Memorial Hospital or the Lawrence Public Library. The first program at 2 p.m. Saturday addresses bullying and will be in Room D on the lower level of the hospital, 325 Maine. Sarah Jane Russell, executive director of the GaDuGi SafeCenter, will give a presentation.
Obama: Congress must act boldly, quickly on economy
By David Espo and Jennifer Loven - Associated Press Writers
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A2
President-elect Barack Obama implored Congress on Thursday to “act boldly and act now” to fix an economy growing perilously weaker. Democratic and Republican lawmakers complained about his tax policies, letting Obama know they intend to place their own stamp on the economic recovery effort.
Colombian drug baron shot dead in hospital
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A6
A convicted Colombian drug baron with links to two major smuggling cartels was shot dead in a Madrid hospital Thursday, officials said. Leonidas Vargas, who was convicted of drug trafficking, was murdered in a hospital bed where he was being treated for lung disease, a police spokesman said.
1 injured in eastern Kansas plane crash
January 9, 2009 in print edition on B10
An Arizona man was injured after he crashed a small plane in eastern Kansas. Fifty-six-year-old Mark Sherman, of Chandler, Ariz., suffered a broken back in the crash. The Kansas Highway Patrol says Sherman was the pilot of the single-engine Lancair IV Propjet that lost power while he was attempting to land at Allen County Airport this week.
Casino quietly marks 1st anniversary
By Bill Draper - Associated Press Writer
January 9, 2009 in print edition on B10
After an 11-year battle to get a gambling hall in downtown Kansas City, Kan., the Oklahoma-based Wyandotte Nation is marking the first anniversary of its 7th Street Casino today with little fanfare but a lot of confidence that it has proven itself worthy of running such a venture.
Salvation Army exceeds kettle goal
Staff Reports
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A4
The Lawrence Salvation Army surpassed its 2008 Red Kettle Christmas Campaign goal for the first time in years. The campaign goal was $100,000 and $103,601 was raised. In 2007, the campaign raised $96,000.
Not a native
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A9
To the editor: Contrary to what is stated in Sunday’s newspaper story about legalizing the keep of hedgehogs within the city limits, hedgehogs are not native to New Zealand. They were introduced to New Zealand in the 19th century, presumably for the same reason many European birds were: to make this colony of Britain seem more like “home.”
Report: Princess Bea’s car stolen in London
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A6
Police are investigating the theft of a car from a London street, and a newspaper is reporting the vehicle was a BMW owned by Princess Beatrice. The Sun says 20-year-old Beatrice left the car unlocked with the keys in the ignition while she went into a store. The newspaper says the black BMW was a 17th birthday present to the princess from her father, Prince Andrew.
Panel recommends impeachment
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A8
A key panel unanimously recommended impeachment for Gov. Rod Blagojevich on Thursday, setting up a vote that could make him the first governor to face such a fate in Illinois’ sordid political history. Blagojevich should lose his job for abusing power, mismanaging government and committing possible criminal acts, including federal allegations he tried to sell off a U.S. Senate seat, the special committee concluded.
Son inspired parents to start center at KU
Jay “J.T.” Turnbull, who died this week, was longtime campus worker
By Andy Hyland
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A5
Friends and colleagues of Jay “J.T.” Turnbull said they’ll remember his infectious smile and secret handshake the most. People outside the community can thank him for being the inspiration for research at Kansas University that benefits people with intellectual disabilities. Turnbull, 41, died Wednesday of natural causes at his home in Lawrence.
KU asks for cancer center support
By Christine Metz
January 9, 2009 in print edition on B9
Kansas University asked the Kansas Bioscience Authority on Thursday to support its quest to build a nationally designated cancer center with the same backing the authority put behind landing a $450 million federal lab in Manhattan.
15-month sentence given in gunfire case
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A3
A 21-year-old Topeka man who was convicted for his role in a 2008 Lawrence gunfire incident will serve one year and three months in prison. District Judge Michael Malone sentenced Emmanuel Rashad Walker on Thursday after Walker pleaded no contest to conspiracy to commit aggravated assault with a deadly weapon related to shots that were fired June 7 during an argument outside the Kwik Shop at 19th and Massachusetts streets.
Just too much
The BCS football championship game this week gives us ample evidence of why sports events may soon be struggling like the rest of the country.
J-W Editorials
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A9
Many Americans are understandably displeased at the way organizers of various athletic events, professional and “amateur,” force the public to pay so dearly to be mere spectators. The economy has countless needs for funding and yet sports events too often seem oblivious to the challenges so many face.
Zoo panda bites third tourist in 2 years
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A6
A panda at the Beijing zoo bit his third tourist in two years — and this time, his jaws had to be forced open to free the man, who had jumped in to retrieve his son’s toy. Gu Gu, a 240-pound panda, mauled the man’s legs and refused to let go until zookeepers pried his jaws open with tools, said a zoo spokeswoman surnamed Gong. She would not give her full name, as is common among Chinese officials.
National chomps
Tebow leads Gators to BCS title
The Associated Press
January 9, 2009 in print edition on B1
Tim Tebow gave Florida the jolt it needed to become a national champion. But all his efforts in a sloppy, choppy BCS championship game likely did little to quiet fans of Utah, Southern California and Texas, all of whom already claimed the top spot.
Obama team requests digital TV switch delay
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A2
President-elect Barack Obama’s transition team Thursday asked key members of Congress to consider delaying the nation’s switch to digital television scheduled for Feb. 17, saying there is “insufficient support” for the problems consumers will experience during the shut-off of analog signals.
New Orleans ponders cutting cleanup costs
By Becky Bohrer - Associated Press Writer
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A8
Since Hurricane Katrina, the beer-soaked, urine-splashed, puke-puddled French Quarter has been scrubbed clean. But with the city facing tough financial times, it may no longer be able to afford to pay for all the services of an army of sanitation workers who pick up after the partying.
Quake rattles San Bernardino
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A2
A moderate earthquake rattled much of Southern California on Thursday, with shaking felt from north of Los Angeles down to the Mexican border. No damage or injuries were reported. A preliminary reading by the U.S. Geological Survey showed a 4.5-magnitude quake struck at 7:49 p.m. about one mile south of San Bernardino, a city of about 200,000 people 55 miles east of Los Angeles.
KU-KSU watch party to benefit agencies
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A5
GaDuGi SafeCenter, Douglas County’s Rape Victim and Survivor Service Center, will play host to a basketball watch party Tuesday. The Kansas University and Kansas State University basketball game in Manhattan will be shown at 7 p.m. at Maceli’s, 1031 N.H. Doors open at 6 p.m.
Burris a man of high ambition
By Deanna Bellandi and John O’Connor - Associated Press Writers
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A8
Roland Burris has erected a grand mausoleum for himself, carved with the words “TRAIL BLAZER” and a long list of his accomplishments, with a space left for his more recent achievements. That gap could soon be filled in with “U.S. Senator.”
Sound profession: Lawrence’s career musicians rank high in challenging field
By Jon Niccum
January 9, 2009 in print edition on C1
The National Endowment of the Arts has released a statistical report involving those in the arts and entertainment fields. Among the findings is a section culled from the most recent U.S. Census that lists the “top metropolitan areas ranked by percentage of musicians in the labor force.” Nashville took the No. 1 slot. Lawrence ranked No. 2.
Study shows gap in what we say versus what we do about racism
The Associated Press
January 9, 2009 in print edition on A8
Think you wouldn’t tolerate a racist act? Think again, says a surprising experiment that exposed some college students to one and found indifference at best. Here’s the scene: Researchers in Toronto recruited 120 non-black York University students for what purported to be a psychology study.
Eastwood takes the wheel of powerful ‘Gran Torino’
Colin Covert - Star Tribune (Minneapolis)
January 9, 2009 in print edition on C1
Harry Callahan would respect Walt Kowalski.
Site offers ‘mentally stimulating diversion,’ time-wasting
By Jon Niccum
January 9, 2009 in print edition on C1
Every columnist secretly wants to generate Pulitzer-worthy material.
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