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Should the United States close the Guantanamo Bay Detention Facility, which holds suspected terrorist detainees?

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Response	Percent
No.		51%
Yes.		42%
Not sure.		6%
Total	1826

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Small-business owners keep faith, despite economic crisis: By Christine Metz; January 21, 2009 in print edition on 1A; Before the doors to Lawrence’s Massage Envy opened in July, Amy Gilliland’s husband and business partner were nervous about an economy that was on the decline. Six months before, as Gilliland was looking for space to house the franchise business, her father warned that the country was headed for a recession.

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KU eliminating 11 jobs and not filling 110 open positions: By Andy Hyland; 3:54 p.m., January 21, 2009 Updated 11:48 p.m. in print edition on 1A; To meet state budget restrictions, Kansas University will eliminate 11 currently filled jobs and not fill 110 open positions.

Video: KU won’t fill empty slots, lays off 11

10:00 a.m.

Brownback calls for Guantanamo study: By Mike Belt; January 22, 2009 in print edition on 1A; A thorough study of where terrorist detainees should be held is needed before the Guantanamo Bay Detention Facility is closed, according to Kansas U.S. Sen. Sam Brownback.

10:00 a.m.

Local school bus operator upgrades system that keeps students, property safe: By Lindsey Slater; January 21, 2009 in print edition on 3A; School bus operators in Lawrence are making sure no child gets left behind — while also keeping intruders out.

Video: New safety measures implemented in city school buses

2:00 p.m.

Kansas Regents are ready with projects, if economic stimulus plan earns approval: By Scott Rothschild; January 21, 2009 in print edition on 5A; Higher education officials have identified $440 million worth of projects that are “shovel ready” if the federal government approves an economic stimulus plan.

Source document: Federal stimulus package project list
Source document: Letter from the Kansas Board of Regents

6:00 p.m.

Setting the stage: Clever tips will draw attention to your home for sale: By Jennifer Oldridge; January 22, 2009; You never get a second chance to make a first impression. Those are words that home sellers should take to the bank in this depressed housing environment. In the first five minutes potential buyers are in your home, they will come to a conclusion on whether a home is compatible with their lifestyle.

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Free State girls hope to keep streak alive: January 22, 2009; The Firebirds take on Olathe South this weekend.
Eudora schools tackle tight budget: January 22, 2009; The Eudora school district held a special board meeting Thursday to identify ways to strengthen the district amid a tight budget.
Win puts Basehor boys in semifinal round: January 22, 2009; The Bobcats beat St. James, 59-49, putting them in the semifinal round of the Basehor-Linwood Invitational.
Group to conduct homeless census: January 22, 2009; Volunteers will try to get a more accurate count of Douglas County’s homeless population next week.
Six wants high schoolers to know about economy: January 22, 2009; The attorney general’s office is launching a new program to educate high school students on economic issues.
Wednesday, January 22, weather at 10 p.m.: January 22, 2009; Friday will be mostly cloudy, with a high of 38 and a low of 24.
Taylor making an impact for KU: January 22, 2009; Tyshawn Taylor has been KU’s MVR: Most Valuable Rookie.
Basehor girls fall to Holton: January 22, 2009; The Bobcats, hosting their own tournament, lost to Holton Thursday, 63-56.
Jefferson County commissioner resigns: By George Diepenbrock; January 22, 2009 in print edition on A3; Jefferson County Commissioner Don Edmonds, R-McLouth, resigned his position Thursday morning, said Travis Oliver, chairman of the Jefferson County Republican Party.
KU chancellor hosts budget forum on Friday: By Andy Hyland; January 22, 2009 in print edition on A3; Kansas University Chancellor Robert Hemenway is scheduled to host a budget forum for the KU community at noon Friday.
LHS senior tells staffer he took gun to school last week: By Janet Reid; January 22, 2009 in print edition on A3; Police are investigating a Lawrence High School senior who brought a gun to school on Friday.
Governor sets up panel to consider hospital closings: By Scott Rothschild; January 22, 2009 in print edition on A3; Gov. Kathleen Sebelius on Thursday issued an executive order to set up a commission that will consider closing a number of state facilities, such as the state’s hospitals for Kansans with developmental disabilities.
Legislative work on budget stalling out: By Scott Rothschild; January 22, 2009; Nearly two weeks into the 2009 legislative session, work on fixing the ailing state budget has run aground.
Air ambulance called to scene of one-vehicle rollover south of Lawrence: Traffic stopped on County Road 1055; 04:00 p.m., January 22, 2009 Updated 10:57 p.m. in print edition on A5; The one vehicle accident occurred around 3:30 south of the Lawrence city limits.
Senate bill would give prosecutors right to carry guns into court: Staff and Wire reports; 03:26 p.m., January 22, 2009 Updated 11:38 p.m. in print edition on A1; The Senate plans to vote on a bill allowing state and federal prosecutors in Kansas to carry a concealed gun into courthouses and other places where weapons are normally off limits.
Weekend events at Haskell open to the public: By Karrey Britt; January 22, 2009 in print edition on A5; Haskell Indian Nations University is hosting free activities for the community this weekend. From dancing to learning about Haskell tradition, there’s something for everyone.
U.S. 24/K-7 interchange ready to reopen tonight: By John Taylor; January 22, 2009; A major highway interchange used by area commuters is poised to reopen after months of construction.
State Democrats pledge to help Kansas workers: By Scott Rothschild; January 22, 2009; Democrats in the state Legislature on Thursday pledged to push an agenda that they said would help Kansas workers during tough economic times.
Prayer in Kan. House decries abortion: The Associated Press; 12:30 p.m., January 22, 2009 Updated 04:23 p.m.; A guest chaplain upset some Kansas House members Thursday with a prayer remembering millions of children that he said were “legally exterminated” by abortion and decrying a national “culture of death.”
Tonganoxie sixth-grader detained after explosive device confiscated at school: By Jesse Fray; 12:21 p.m., January 22, 2009 Updated 11:36 p.m. in print edition on A1; A sixth-grade student had no intent to cause harm when he brought a dangerous explosive device to school on Thursday, school and law enforcement officials said.
Americans for Prosperity group pledges to fight tax increases: By Scott Rothschild; January 22, 2009 in print edition on B8; Americans for Prosperity said Thursday it would work against any tax increase and would support lower government spending as the Legislature faces a growing budget deficit.
Lawrence man arrested on suspicion of aggravated incest: By Jesse Fray; 10:52 a.m., January 22, 2009 Updated 11:54 a.m. in print edition on A3; Lawrence police arrested a 35-year-old man on a charge of aggravated incest Wednesday, Douglas County Jail records said.
KU grad student is first candidate to file for school board: By George Diepenbrock; January 22, 2009 in print edition on A4; Vanessa Sanburn, a Kansas University graduate student in social welfare, filed her petition Thursday morning, said Douglas County Clerk Jamie Shew.
State Republicans now looking to cut $300 million from current budget: Associated Press; January 22, 2009; Republican leaders in the Kansas Senate say they’re now looking to cut $300 million from the current state budget.
City planners seeking feedback on Oread Neighborhood Plan: Staff Report; January 22, 2009 in print edition on A5; City planners are seeking input on a new neighborhood plan for the Oread Neighborhood.
People in the news: January 22, 2009 in print edition on B6; • Rapper Akon unsure of his age• Battle over Peter Falk’s assets
Helping Obama: January 22, 2009 in print edition on A7; To the editor:President Obama (how nice to write that) brought the slogan “Yes We Can,” and he has reminded us over and over that “we” are an essential part of change.e
Study: Cleaner air adds 5 months to U.S. life span: By Alicia Chang - Associated Press Writer; January 22, 2009 in print edition on A2; Cleaner air over the past two decades has added nearly five months to average life expectancy in the United States, according to a federally funded study.
Time to make a spring to-do list: By Jennifer Smith; January 22, 2009 in print edition on C2; Mid-January is almost always my least favorite time of year for gardening.
Pump patrol: January 22, 2009 in print edition on A3; The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $1.74 at several locations.
Baylor’s winning streak reaches 10: The Associated Press; January 22, 2009 in print edition on B4; A recap of Big 12 women’s basketball action.
Obama gets to work on first day: By David Espo - Associated Press Writer; January 22, 2009 in print edition on A8; In a first-day whirlwind, President Barack Obama showcased efforts to revive the economy on Wednesday, summoned top military officials to the White House to chart a new course in Iraq and eased into the daunting thicket of Middle East diplomacy.
Emergency training set in Baldwin City: January 22, 2009 in print edition on A3; People ages 18 and older may register for emergency response classes provided by Douglas County Emergency Management.
Missouri repels OSU rally: The Associated Press; January 22, 2009 in print edition on B4; A recap of men’s Big 12 basketball action.
No casino applicants for southeast Kansas: January 22, 2009 in print edition on B8; The Kansas Lottery says it received no applications to operate a state-owned casino in southeast Kansas by Wednesday’s deadline. The application period was extended 90 days as a result.
Dole Institute to mark Black History Month: January 22, 2009 in print edition on A3; The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at Kansas University is scheduled to honor Black History Month with an event honoring Barbara Jordan.
Fire burns hospital ER; 600 patients moved: January 22, 2009 in print edition on A2; A fire at a major hospital sent smoke pouring through an emergency room Wednesday, injuring at least six firefighters and forcing 600 patients to be moved across the sprawling complex.
Wake Forest stumbles: January 22, 2009 in print edition on B4; A recap of men’s top 25 basketball action.
Obama gives new life to the republic: By Ellen Goodman; January 22, 2009 in print edition on A7; And so it was over. Just like that. The moving trucks behind the White House packed up 43 and unpacked 44. George W. Bush accompanied the man who had pilloried him up to the Capitol. Barack H. Obama was sworn in to office by the chief justice he had voted against confirming.
Antarctica joins rest of globe in warming: January 22, 2009 in print edition on A2; Antarctica, the only place that had oddly seemed immune from climate change, is warming after all, according to a new study.
Better reference?: January 22, 2009 in print edition on A7; To the editor:I find it interesting that we lump all Africa into one notion. It is a huge continent!
Labrador still most popular pooch: The Associated Press; January 22, 2009 in print edition on A2; If there was any doubt, the Labrador retriever is the people’s choice among purebred pooches for the 18th straight year. That’s the word today from the American Kennel Club, which keeps its nose to the ground on such matters.
Caroline Kennedy won’t bid for Senate seat: January 22, 2009 in print edition on A2; Caroline Kennedy says she is dropping out of a bid to win appointment to the U.S. Senate seat once held by her slain uncle, Bobby Kennedy.
Brownback calls for Guantanamo study: By Mike Belt; January 22, 2009 in print edition on A1; A thorough study of where terrorist detainees should be held is needed before the Guantanamo Bay Detention Facility is closed, according to Kansas U.S. Sen. Sam Brownback.
Commissioner wants to revisit farmland policy: By George Diepenbrock; January 22, 2009 in print edition on B8; A new Douglas County commissioner wants the county to reconsider a stance it adopted last year on how far regulations would go to protect prime farm ground.
Sen. Kennedy released from hospital: January 22, 2009 in print edition on A2; Sen. Edward M. Kennedy was released from the hospital and doing well Wednesday after suffering a seizure during an inaugural luncheon.
Old Home Town - 40 years ago: January 22, 2009 in print edition on A7; New delays still prevented full use of the controversial circular Broken Arrow School project and the South Junior High building here. They were expected to be ready for use by the past September and anger continued to grow about the holdups.
Expect Westar bill to rise 11% later this year: January 22, 2009 in print edition on A1; Westar Energy Inc. customers will see their electric bills rise by an average of 11 percent later this year.
Studies: Steroids do not help wheezing kids: January 22, 2009 in print edition on A2; Steroid drugs, a common treatment for young children prone to wheezing and colds, do not help and may even be harmful, according to new research.
Few KU players coaching: By Chuck Woodling; January 22, 2009 in print edition on B1; Mark Turgeon’s appearance in Lawrence the other night made me wonder how many former Kansas University men’s basketball players are currently head coaches at the collegiate level. Answer: Not very many.
‘Wicked Wisdom of the West’ takes philosophical look at Oz culture: Chicago Tribune; January 22, 2009; “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz,” by Lyman Frank Baum, and the later movie “The Wizard of Oz,” the rock musical “The Wiz,” the Elton John album “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” and the blockbuster musical “Wicked” add up to a tale that has permeated our culture.
Wheels turning for July 4th cycling event: By Chad Lawhorn; January 22, 2009 in print edition on A5; It may be the newest Fourth of July sight in Lawrence: lots and lots of bicycles.
On the record: January 22, 2009 in print edition on A4; The Douglas County District Attorney’s office filed criminal charges against three men accused of kidnapping and beating a 19-year-old Kansas University student. Jack Proctor, 20, Nick Varner, 21, and Eli Woodman, 20, all of Lawrence, are charged with aggravated kidnapping, aggravated robbery, aggravated battery and aggravated assault.
Jayhawk women tripped up: J-W Staff Reports; January 22, 2009 in print edition on B1; Kansas University junior Danielle McCray scored a career-high 30 points in the Jayhawks’ 67-58 women’s basketball loss to Nebraska on Wednesday in Devaney Center.
Our Town Sports: January 22, 2009; Fishing Session: Richard Sanders and Kirk Tjelmeland, biologists at Clinton and Perry lakes, respectively will take part in a public informational session on area fishing at 7 p.m. Feb. 6 at Johnson County CC in Overland Park. For information, call (785) 273-6740.
Wireless company finances bulk of PAC: By Chad Lawhorn; January 22, 2009 in print edition on B7; A new political action committee that says it is trying to keep special interests out of Lawrence City Hall has received the bulk of its funding from a Lawrence businessman that last year sought a $5 million deal from city commissioners.
Strange priorities: Order to close Guantanamo Bay could hurt U.S. intelligence efforts.; J-W Editorials; January 22, 2009 in print edition on A7; How much important information about terrorist organizations, their activities and plans to harm the United States will be denied to this country’s security officials because of plans President Obama circulated Wednesday to close the detention center at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and halt the prosecution of those imprisoned there?
Jayhawks look to remain undefeated in conference play: January 22, 2009; KU travels to play Iowa State this weekend.
Lions hire Cunningham: January 22, 2009; New Detroit Lions coach Jim Schwartz made his first major staff hire Wednesday, bringing in veteran assistant Gunther Cunningham as defensive coordinator.
Obama to shutter Guantanamo: By Lara Jakesand David Espo - Associated Press Writers; January 22, 2009 in print edition on A6; President Barack Obama will begin overhauling U.S. national security policy today with orders to close the Guantanamo Bay detention center, review military trials of terror suspects and end harsh interrogations, two government officials said.
Welcome to Wall’s world: Top prospect faces tough task of living ordinary life; B.J. Rains - Special to the Journal-World; January 22, 2009 in print edition on B1; A request to interview John Wall is granted on one condition. “You’re going to ask (him) about the game, right?” Word of God Christian Academy athletic director Kevin Washington said of the country’s No. 1-ranked high school senior basketball player. “He won’t be answering any questions about his recruitment.”
Morningstar different player in ‘09: By Gary Bedore; January 22, 2009 in print edition on B1; Some Kansas University basketball fans questioned Bill Self’s judgment in offering former Free State High guard Brady Morningstar a scholarship back in September of 2005.
Picking the right bird feeders: By Barbara Mahany - McClatchy Newspapers; January 22, 2009; Deep in the thick of winter, when the view out my window is mostly white-on-white-on-white, there comes a scarlet flash.
Setting the stage: Clever tips will draw attention to your home for sale: By Jennifer Oldridge; January 22, 2009; You never get a second chance to make a first impression. Those are words that home sellers should take to the bank in this depressed housing environment. In the first five minutes potential buyers are in your home, they will come to a conclusion on whether a home is compatible with their lifestyle.

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