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12:00 a.m.
Baylie brushes Max after a morning of riding. She says that she practices with Max about three times a week. Horses around: Area equine lovers remain loyal despite economy
By Sarah Aylward
July 27, 2009
Baylie Moon is living out a fairy tale most girls can only dream about. Baylie, 13, is the proud owner of Max, a large, black-and-white paint horse. She’s been riding horses since the age of 4 and has been competing since age 7.
6:00 a.m.
Governor Mark Parkinson, seated at left, completes a ceremonial bill signing of an omnibus crime bill at West Junior High on Monday. Joining him is Attorney General Steve Six of Lawrence. Standing from left are Rep. Paul Davis, D-Lawrence and Sen. Marci Francisco, D-Lawrence and Rep. Barbara Ballard D-Lawrence. Governor, attorney general in Lawrence for recognition of new law on eluding police
By Jesse Fray
12:19 p.m., July 27, 2009 Updated 4:18 p.m. in print edition on 3A
State leaders were in Lawrence this morning for a ceremonial signing of legislation that closes a loophole in a state crime law and that was inspired by a December 2007 incident near West Junior High School.
10:00 a.m.
Working her summer job at the Kansas Union, Melissa Maksimowicz, 21, a senior from Wichita, is happy to have a job nailed down before the school year starts at Kansas University. Students expect tough times finding part-time employment
By Andy Hyland
July 27, 2009 in print edition on 1A
Kansas University student Kristen Bush already has one job this summer, working as a cocktail waitress at the Barrel House. But the Wichita senior said she’ll soon be looking for another part-time job to help pay the bills, and if her search is anything like the last few she’s gone through in Lawrence, it won’t be pretty.
2:00 p.m.
Purported Mizzou Web address sends Internet surfer to a more crimson destination
By Mark Fagan
July 27, 2009 in print edition on 1A
The owner of http://Mizzou.us is using the address to direct visitors away from their expected online lair — a home page affiliated with the University of Missouri — and lure them instead into the official, virtual world of the Kansas Jayhawks: KU.edu

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Wasting Away In Larryville
The Sandbar celebrates 20 years of mermaids and margaritas with a rare block party
By Gavon Laessig
July 28, 2009 in print edition on C1
If SpongeBob SquarePants were to ever move out of his pineapple under the sea and venture into the bar business, it’s a safe bet he’d open up an establishment almost identical to the Sandbar…
Jury selected in kidnapping, battery case
By George Diepenbrock & Janet Reid
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A3
Testimony will begin Wednesday morning in the trial of Matthew Jaeger.
Heavy rain, lightning greet Douglas County residents
By George Diepenbrock
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A1
Robbie Criss heard a loud crash at 5 a.m. Tuesday at her Douglas County home. She feared lightning had struck the house but couldn’t find any damage. Later that morning, her son told her to join him in the back yard to look at her favorite sycamore tree.
Officials outline ‘terrible’ effect that budget cuts have had on higher education
By Scott Rothschild
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A1
Budget cuts have forced state universities in Kansas to shed approximately 655 positions, reduce class offerings and increase class sizes, officials said Tuesday.
Wichita man pleads guilty to kidnapping and robbing Lawrence woman
By Jesse Fray
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A3
A Wichita man on Tuesday pleaded guilty to kidnapping a woman and robbing her at knifepoint in the parking lot of a Lawrence department store, Douglas County District Attorney Charles Branson’s office said.
United Way garage sale set; volunteers needed
By Brianne Pfannenstiel
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A5
The United Way is inviting the public to set its own price for merchandise at its Priceless Garage Sale Friday and Saturday.
Indoor pools to close for annual maintenance
By Shaun Hittle
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A5
Lawrence’s indoor aquatic centers at 4706 Overland Dr. and 1901 La. will be closed from Aug. 1 through Aug. 16 for annual maintenance.
Local law enforcement agencies miss out on federal funds
By Jesse Fray
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A5
Local law enforcement agencies on Tuesday were denied federal stimulus money to hire new officers.
Phone service to be interrupted Wednesday at housing authority
By George Diepenbrock
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A3
Phones at the Lawrence-Douglas County Housing Authority’s administrative offices will be out of service for about an hour Wednesday morning due to a scheduled upgrade.
Senate committee approves Sotomayor to be the newest Supreme Court justice
Final confirmation expected early next week
Associated Press
July 28, 2009
The Senate Judiciary Committee has voted to approve Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor to be the first Hispanic justice.
Jury selection under way in case of man accused of severely injuring ex-girlfriend
By George Diepenbrock
July 28, 2009
Jury selection began at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday — 24 hours later than scheduled — in the trial of a former Kansas University student accused of severely injuring his ex-girlfriend during an October 2007 attack.
Suspect pleads not guilty in Tiller murder
By Roxana Hegeman - Associated Press Writer
08:27 a.m., July 28, 2009 Updated 12:15 a.m. in print edition on A1
The man accused of killing abortion provider George Tiller has pleaded not guilty.
Kansas’ online voter registration application unveiled
By Scott Rothschild
08:19 a.m., July 28, 2009 Updated 11:39 a.m.
State officials on Tuesday promoted a way for Kansans to apply online to register to vote. Secretary of State Ron Thornburgh, a Republican, and Kansas Department of Revenue Secretary Joan Wagnon, a Democrat, said the online program would make it easier for Kansans to register to vote.
Franklin County sheriff’s deputy t-boned 5 miles south of Douglas County line
LJWorld.com staff reports
July 28, 2009
A Franklin County sheriff’s deputy was taken to Ransom Memorial Hospital Monday night after being involved in a t-bone accident at the intersection of Colorado and Reno roads, five miles south of the Douglas County line.
Power restored to all Douglas County Westar Energy customers
LJWorld.com staff reports
07:57 a.m., July 28, 2009 Updated 01:13 p.m.
There were still two Douglas County Westar Energy customers without power as of 10:15 Tuesday morning, according to the utility’s Web site.
Common Cents: Care for your car
By Lori Carson
July 28, 2009
Lori Carson explains some different ways to keep your older car running smoothly.
Abortion killing has ties to earlier Tiller shooting
Associated Press
July 28, 2009 in print edition on B8
The woman convicted of shooting Dr. George Tiller in both arms in 1993 is on a list released Monday of potential witnesses against the man now charged with killing the Kansas abortion provider.
‘More to Love’ exploits contestants’ emotions
By Kevin McDonough
July 28, 2009 in print edition on B6
With the stale cologne of “The Bachelorette” competitors still hanging heavy in the air, Fox introduces the plus-size imitation “More to Love” (8 p.m., Fox).
Horoscope for July 28, 2009
July 28, 2009 in print edition on B6
This year, you often might need to stop, even if you are in a groove. Much changes quickly this year, not only in your life, but with those around you. If you are attached, your partner could start living with greater intensity. If you are single, realize that it could take a full year after you meet someone until you really know him or her well. Scorpio puts you on a pedestal but might not let you know it!
Recession holds valuable lessons for future
By Michelle Singletary - The Washington Post
July 28, 2009 in print edition on B7
As dark as this recession has been, it’s had an upside in that it has exposed myriad problems in the investing industry.
Dugan Arnett’s Big 12 football notebook
By Dugan Arnett
July 28, 2009 in print edition on B3
Note and quotes from Day One of the Big 12 Football Media Days.
Obama must show results soon
By Carl Leubsdorf
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A7
In the first six months of his presidency, Barack Obama has launched a broad agenda aimed at producing the change he promised in last year’s campaign.
Israel raises profile in Latin America
By Andres Oppenheimer - The Miami Herald
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A7
Until not too long ago, Latin America was a distant observer of the Middle East conflict.
Kansas guard relishes ’Frisco
Morningstar working out in City by Bay
By Gary Bedore
July 28, 2009 in print edition on B1
Kansas University’s Brady Morningstar is working hard during his summer visit to San Francisco.
High school may be better fit for ninth-graders
Dr. Wes Crenshaw and Kelly Kelin
July 28, 2009 in print edition on C1
Ninth-graders may be a better fit in high school than in junior high.
NFL conditionally reinstates Vick
Former QB won’t be able to play in games until Week 6
The Associated Press
July 28, 2009 in print edition on B2
Michael Vick is back in the NFL. Now all he needs is a team to play for.
People in the news
Associated Press
July 28, 2009 in print edition on B6
People in the news for July 28, 2009.
Transcript of interim KU Chancellor Barbara Atkinson’s remarks to the Legislative Educational Planning Committee
By Barbara Atkinson
July 28, 2009
Like all state agencies, the University of Kansas has been called upon to cut its budget in response to the sharp decline in state revenues. And, like all state agencies, these cuts will be felt by the people we serve, namely our students and the people of Kansas.
Kivisto Field gets a makeover
By D.J. Whetter
July 28, 2009
The finishing touches are being put in place at Kivisto Field at Memorial Stadium.
Ducky? Huh?: Huskers’ Suh a dino dead-ringer
By Eric Sorrentino
July 28, 2009 in print edition on B1
Nebraska’s Ndamukong Suh explained his nickname at the first day of Big 12 Football Media Days.
Top six plays of the week
By Kevin Romary
July 28, 2009
6News’ Kevin Romary delivers the best six plays from around the area.
Royals leg out victory
Butler, Pena spark K.C. past Orioles, 5-3
The Associated Press
July 28, 2009 in print edition on B1
The Royals beat the Orioles, 5-3.
James dismisses ’roid rage
By Chuck Woodling
July 28, 2009 in print edition on B1
Baseball guru Bill James says the use of performance-enhancing drugs should mean “virtually nothing” in the debate about who gets into the Hall of Fame.
Kansas’ diverse economy touted
By George Diepenbrock
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A1
It was a move indicative of the economic crisis in Kansas and the nation.
Local arts centers receive stimulus boost
By Terry Rombeck
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A3
A pair of Lawrence arts organizations have received federal funding that leaders say will help them preserve jobs and programs.
City to hear report on Civil War-era heritage area
City agenda
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A3
The city agenda for Tuesday, July 28.
Peace talks offered if violence is stopped
Associated Press
July 28, 2009 in print edition on C8
A confident President Hamid Karzai on Monday offered peace talks to Taliban militants if they renounce violence and called for a new relationship with the West if he wins a second term in next month’s presidential election.
Gates 911 call: Witness not sure about crime
Associated Press
July 28, 2009 in print edition on C8
The 911 caller who reported two men possibly breaking into the home of black Harvard scholar Henry Louis Gates Jr. did not describe their race, acknowledged they might just be having a hard time with the door and said she saw two suitcases on the porch.
Slain cartel leader was informant for U.S.
Associated Press
July 28, 2009 in print edition on C8
The eight bullets that leveled Jose Daniel Gonzalez Galeana outside his home just doors from El Paso’s police chief were fired at close range and left little doubt about their message.
Child’s death stuns investigators
By Paul J. Weber - Associated Press Writer
July 28, 2009 in print edition on C8
The scene was so gruesome investigators could barely speak: A 3 1/2-week-old boy lay dismembered in the bedroom of a single-story house, three of his tiny toes chewed off, his face torn away, his head severed and his brains ripped out.
Sources: Senate group omitting Democratic health goals
By David Espo - Associated Press Writer
July 28, 2009 in print edition on C8
After weeks of secretive talks, a bipartisan group in the Senate edged closer Monday to a health care compromise that omits a requirement for businesses to offer coverage to their workers and lacks a government insurance option that President Barack Obama favors, according to numerous officials.
Invasive Asian plant found in Kansas
Associated Press
July 28, 2009 in print edition on B8
Kansas wildlife officials have confirmed the state’s first wild case of hydrilla, an invasive aquatic plant that can overwhelm healthy waterways.
‘Cash for Clunkers’ not expected to last long
By Annalise Flynn
July 28, 2009 in print edition on B7
A new federal program went into effect Monday: the so-called Cash for Clunkers.
Merger plan raises antitrust concerns
Ticketmaster, Live Nation could corner market for live shows
By Joelle Tessler - Associated Press Writer
July 28, 2009 in print edition on B7
A growing chorus of lawmakers is warning that the proposed merger of ticketing company Ticketmaster Entertainment Inc. and concert promoter Live Nation Inc. raises serious competition concerns and deserves close antitrust scrutiny.
QuikTrip to pay nearly $750K in back wages
Associated Press
July 28, 2009 in print edition on B7
Tulsa-based QuikTrip Corp. has agreed to pay nearly $750,000 in overtime back wages to thousands of employees in nine states.
Potholes return
Pete Anderson - Lawrence
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A7
To the editor: It appears that the city is not out of money, or maybe it was already budgeted?
Gun permits
Kermit Williams - Lawrence
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A7
To the editor: When the National Right-to-Carry Reciprocity bill failed in Congress last week, Mayor Funkhouser in Kansas City said he was glad it didn’t pass because shootings have been high.
Highway funds
J-W Editorials
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A7
It’s good to be looking ahead, but, for the foreseeable future, there doesn’t seem to be a more equitable way to fund highway systems than through a gasoline tax.
K-State to pursue wind research project
Staff reports
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A4
Kansas State University plans to seek a federal grant to build several wind turbines to be used for research.
Eudora hires new city administrator
Staff reports
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A4
The Eudora City Council voted unanimously Monday to hire Scott Hildebrand as city administrator.
Penn St. takes top party school title
By Genaro Armas - Associated Press Writer
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A2
Penn State University is now the nation’s No. 1 party school.
Jackson doctor administered drug before death, source says
By Thomas Watkins - Associated Press Writer
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A2
Michael Jackson’s personal doctor administered a powerful anesthetic to help him sleep, and authorities believe the drug killed the pop singer, a law enforcement official told The Associated Press on Monday.
Obama birth certificate again deemed authentic
Associated Press
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A2
State officials in Hawaii on Monday said they have once again checked and confirmed that President Barack Obama was born in Hawaii and is a natural-born American citizen, and therefore meets a key constitutional requirement for being president.
Vessel carrying as many as 200 capsizes
Associated Press
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A2
A vessel carrying as many as 200 Haitian migrants capsized near the Turks and Caicos Islands on Monday, the U.S. Coast Guard said.
Official: Senators knew about mortgage deal
Associated Press
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A2
Despite their denials, influential Democratic Sens. Kent Conrad and Chris Dodd were told from the start they were getting VIP mortgage discounts from one of the nation’s largest lenders, the official who handled their loans has told Congress in secret testimony.
7 men charged with plotting ‘violent jihad’
Associated Press
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A2
A father, his two sons and four other North Carolina men are accused of military-style training at home and plotting “violent jihad” through a series of terror attacks abroad, federal authorities said Monday.
Home sales rise at fastest rate in 8 years
Associated Press
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A2
New home sales rose last month at the fastest clip in more than eight years as buyers eagerly took advantage of bargain prices — a clear sign, economists said, that the real estate market may finally be bouncing back.
Top 10 foods to avoid while driving
McClatchy Newspapers
July 28, 2009 in print edition on C1
Drivers who eat while driving run the risk of paying more for car insurance.
An eye for style: Kids’ glasses for fall
Samantha Critchell/AP Fashion Writer
July 28, 2009 in print edition on C1
Wearing glasses to school isn’t geeky when you have fashionable options for the fall.
Vick has a plan, and it’s working
Tim Dahlberg/Associated Press Sports Columnist
July 28, 2009 in print edition on B2
To hear Roger Goodell tell it, the decision to reinstate Michael Vick conditionally to the NFL came only after much soul searching and consultations with everyone from Vick’s third-grade teacher to the guy who gasses up his Range Rover.
Top U.S. officials seek to reassure Chinese
Associated Press
July 28, 2009 in print edition on A2
President Barack Obama put forward his top economic officials on Monday to try to reassure China that the U.S. will not let huge budget deficits or runaway inflation jeopardize the value of Chinese investments here.
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