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Free State's Ashli Hill (33) blocks a shot for Free State Wednesday, March 10, 2010, at Emporia during the first-round game of the girls Class 6A state tournament against Wichita Heights

Free State senior Ashli HIll, left, is hugged by teammate Paige Rothwell after Hill fouled out Wednesday, March 10, 2010, at Emporia during the first-round game loss against Wichita Heights in the girls Class 6A state championships

Members of the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce’s Young Professionals Network meet at La Prima Tazza, 638 Mass., to discuss an upcoming event. From left are Kristen Walker, Adam Handshy, Gavin Smith, Bryan Culver, Megan Poindexter and Trent Peter

Shirley Reese bags food items at Trinity Interfaith Food Pantry, 1027 Vt. The organization is seeing an increase in the number of requests for food it is receiving, but local churches are stepping up with more donations

Skeeter Kingsolver has many a buckle from his rides

Skeeter Kingsolver, 19, of rural McClouth has made a career of riding bulls in the Professional Bull Riders rodeo circuit. The area in the background is where Skeeter practiced riding throughout high school

Gloves from many a ride hang on Skeeter's bedroom wall

Skeeter Kingsolver, 19 of rural McClouth has a room full of trophies and memorabilia while he has ridden bulls in the PBR series for several years

Skeeter Kingsolver, 19 of rural McClouth has made a life in riding bulls in PBR rodeo circuit

Debbie Shirar has been waiting for almost 900 days to find out whether she will get disability insurance. In the meantime she is living with a friend and with the help of some minimal state funding

Marge Glenn, front, reaches for the sky during a morning workout session Tuesday at the First Baptist Church, 1330 Kasold Drive. Participants in the program have completed a course called Personal Actions To Health

James Stanfield (38) takes out Missouri Valley's Wes McClellan (6) in a double play

Kansas University shortstop David Narodowski dives for a ground ball in the third inning. KU defeated Missouri Valley, 10-3, on Tuesday at Hoglund Ballpark

Joel Sauer and his wife, Brooke, are preparing to close on their first house: a three-bedroom, two-bath home at 312 Glenview, pictured in background

Officials investigated the area of 22nd and Delaware streets on Tuesday after an oily sludge was discovered in the area. A portion of Delaware Street was closed during the investigation

Brett Stoppel and Holly Krebs, of Lawrence, planned financially for the arrival of their daughter, Evy, researching what baby items they’d actually need and prioritizing their spending

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President Obama's education plan unveiled Tuesday calls for tying teacher pay to student performance. Do you support that idea?

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Response	Percent
No		44%
Yes		43%
Not sure		12%
Total	837

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12:00 a.m.

Wind turbine spinning atop Lawrence fuel station: By Andy Hyland; March 9, 2009 in print edition on 7B; The goofy-looking white thing spinning on the roof of the Zarco 66 Earth Friendly Fuels station at Ninth and Iowa isn’t just a fancy-looking top.

6:00 a.m.

Hemenway appoints Steinmetz as interim provost at KU: By Andy Hyland; 9:26 a.m., March 9, 2009 Updated 9:51 a.m. in print edition on 1A; Kansas University Chancellor Robert Hemenway will appoint Joseph Steinmetz, dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, as the interim provost.

10:00 a.m.

Fire chief looking for deeper community involvement: By Lindsey Slater; March 9, 2009 in print edition on 3A; Mark Bradford was considering an end to a 23-year career in fire service when he got a call from Lawrence. The call was from then Lawrence fire chief Jim McSwain, who asked if Bradford would apply for his department’s deputy chief position.

2:00 p.m.

Father says alcohol killed son, urges KU fraternity to ban drinking: By Jesse Fray; 1:50 p.m., March 10, 2009 Updated 2:41 p.m. in print edition on 1A; A Kansas University freshman found dead Sunday inside the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity house was killed by alcohol, his father said.

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6:00 p.m.

Political commentator: It’s time for women to reshape country: By George Diepenbrock; March 10, 2009 in print edition on 3A; For Donna Brazile, it was a glimpse into history she wants to see fulfilled. The political commentator and Al Gore’s former presidential campaign manager sat a few feet from President Barack Obama on Jan. 20 at his inauguration as the country’s first black president.

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Bobcats make first state tourney appearance in 14 years: By D.J. Whetter; March 10, 2009; The Basehor-Linwood boys’ basketball team opens play in its third-ever 4A State Tournament on Wednesday.
‘Twitchhiker’ is heading to Lawrence as he attempts to travel the world with the help of Twitter users: By Janet Reid; 05:57 p.m., March 10, 2009 Updated 07:36 p.m. in print edition on A3; A freelance writer from England is relying on the generosity of folks in Lawrence to help him complete his goal of traveling around the world in 30 days.
Program offers seniors path to healthier lifestyle: By Karrey Britt; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A3; There’s a six-week program that helps pave the way for Douglas County seniors to live a healthier life. It’s called Personal Actions To Health or PATH, and it teaches residents ages 55 and older, about the importance of exercise and nutrition.
State agency gives stimulus money to Kansas farmers: Associated Press; March 10, 2009; The Farm Service Agency says it has used stimulus money for loans to 63 farmers in Kansas.
Father says alcohol killed son, urges KU fraternity to ban drinking: By Jesse Fray; 01:50 p.m., March 10, 2009 Updated 02:41 p.m. in print edition on A1; A Kansas University freshman found dead Sunday inside the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity house was killed by alcohol, his father said.
Legislators expect quick passage of latest coal legislation: Associated Press; March 10, 2009; The lead negotiators expect the Kansas House and Senate to agree quickly on energy legislation.
Speedway prepares to resubmit casino bid: Associated Press; 12:42 p.m., March 10, 2009 Updated 04:05 p.m. in print edition on B9; A partnership that includes Kansas Speedway still wants to build a state-owned casino in Wyandotte County.
House committee begins hearings on statewide smoking bill: Associated Press; March 10, 2009; The House Health and Human Services Committee is having hearings this week on a bill to ban smoking in most public places in Kansas.
Sirens sound statewide as part of 1:30 p.m. drill: Staff Report; 11:46 a.m., March 10, 2009 Updated 01:51 p.m.; It’s tornado season, and Kansans are participating in the annual statewide tornado drill today.
School board candidate wants to bring budget skills to the table: By Lindsey Slater; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A3; Bob Byers began working with children as soon as he graduated with a master’s degree from Kansas University in the late 1970s. He’s worked in several capacities at the Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services, from investigation child protection cases to helping create a child welfare information system and just about everything in between. But there’s a difference between Byers as a social worker and Byers as a school board candidate.
House GOP budget writers won’t commit federal stimulus funds to higher ed: By Scott Rothschild; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A1; A move to plug nearly $50 million of federal stimulus funds into Kansas higher education was rejected Tuesday by House Republican budget writers.
54 salmonella cases — including five in Kansas — linked to bad sprouts: Associated Press; March 10, 2009; Health officials have confirmed at least 54 cases of salmonella in four states as part of an outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts recalled by an Omaha company.
Emergency crews investigating sludge along 22nd Street: By Mike Belt; 09:08 a.m., March 10, 2009 Updated 03:16 p.m.; Crews respond to scene near 22nd and Delaware.
6Sports Top Six: By D.J. Whetter; March 10, 2009; 6Sports’ D.J. Whetter counts down the top six plays of the week.
Home sales still sliding across city, country: By Mark Boyle; March 10, 2009; A new report from McGrew Real Estate says home sales dropped by 25 percent in the past year.
Newspaper wins 33 Awards of Excellence: By Dennis Anderson; March 10, 2009; The Lawrence Journal-World won 33 Awards of Excellence for 2009, the Kansas Press Association announced Monday. Eleven of the awards were for first place.
On the record: By Nick Nelson; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A4; Lawrence police arrested a 41-year-old Lawrence man on two charges of aggravated indecent liberties with a child. He was booked into jail at 1:02 p.m. Monday. Bond was not set.
Gary Bedore’s KU basketball notebook: By Gary Bedore; March 10, 2009 in print edition on B3; Kansas University center Cole Aldrich worked hard for his 12 points and 10 rebounds in Saturday’s victory over Texas.
Finish in Big 12 tourney key to landing in K.C.: By Tom Keegan; March 10, 2009 in print edition on B1; No need to debate whether Kansas University’s basketball team benefits more from winning the Big 12 tournament or getting extra rest by not making it to Saturday’s conference tourney title game in Oklahoma City.
Branching out: Tree-themed art exhibits sprout up across town: By Terry Rombeck; March 10, 2009 in print edition on C1; John Reeves spent part of last week cutting up sheets of plywood to create makeshift walls at the Lawrence Percolator art gallery.
Couple torn about distance apart: Wes Crenshaw and Kelly Kelin; March 10, 2009 in print edition on C1; Dear W & K: My boyfriend and I have dated since junior year, and we are going to separate colleges in the fall.
Fam loyalty: March 10, 2009 in print edition on A7; To the editor: Don Fambrough came to Lawrence with his bride, Del, just after serving in World War II. He was captain of the football team and was All Big Six while leading the Jayhawks to a trip to the Orange Bowl. Fam turned down offers to play in the NFL so he could pursue coaching at his alma mater.
LHS girls head coach steps down: By D.J. Whetter; March 10, 2009; Head coach of the Lawrence High School girls basketball team, Kristen Mallory, has announced her resignation.
Change coming to tornado warning alerts: By Matt Elwell; March 10, 2009; Douglas County Emergency Management is making a critical change in how they deal with tornado warnings.
KBA approves $40M to expand research: By Scott Rothschild; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A1; The Kansas Bioscience Authority on Monday approved $40.1 million to expand cancer research at Kansas University and the bioscience industry in Douglas County, and to develop bioenergy. The expenditures were announced after a meeting of the Kansas Bioscience Authority in Washington, D.C.
Pump patrol: LJWorld.com staff reports; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A3; The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $1.83 at several locations. If you find a lower price, call Pump Patrol at 832-7154.
Political commentator: It’s time for women to reshape country: By George Diepenbrock; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A3; For Donna Brazile, it was a glimpse into history she wants to see fulfilled. The political commentator and Al Gore’s former presidential campaign manager sat a few feet from President Barack Obama on Jan. 20 at his inauguration as the country’s first black president.
Candidates discuss farmland protection: Most don’t want development on ground near airport; By Chad Lawhorn; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A3; A majority of City Commission candidates have concerns about development occurring near the Lawrence Municipal Airport. At a forum Monday hosted by the North Lawrence Improvement Association, five of the eight candidates said they were concerned about allowing development on prime farm ground near the airport.
Threat to nation: March 10, 2009 in print edition on A7; To the editor: Every word from Washington shouts, “Don’t worry! We are going to take care of you.” We do not want the government taking care of us!
Unfair attack: March 10, 2009 in print edition on A7; To read the latest Journal-World, one would think President Obama views the current economic crisis as nothing more than an opportunity to advance a liberal agenda. Give him credit. He is trying to preserve a way of life by cleaning up the mess left by bankers, insurance companies, automotive manufacturers, and the past administration. The column fails to mention their role in this at all.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago: March 10, 2009 in print edition on A7; From the Lawrence Daily World for March 10, 1909: “The 1909 session of the Kansas Legislature cost the state just over $7 million, about $100,000 less than the 1907 legislature. Not one appropriation bill was killed or lowered in the Senate this year. The House did all the ‘killing.’”
Castro purge may be defensive move: By Andres Oppenheimer - The Miami Herald; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A7; Castrologists, or practitioners of the obscure science of trying to interpret the moves of the Castro brothers’ dictatorship in Cuba, are almost evenly divided about the meaning of last week’s Cabinet purge on the island: some see it as a sign of change, while others see it as a sign of resistance to change.
Practical matter: Learning a little about personal finance would have a long-term benefit for Kansas students; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A7; Preparing their students for a few test questions on personal finance shouldn’t be an undue burden for Kansas teachers. The Kansas State Board of Education already is charged with developing objectives for personal financial literacy, but there is no requirement that personal finance questions be included on state assessment tests.
Will gamers watch games played on TV?: By Kevin McDonough; March 10, 2009 in print edition on B6; We’re always being told that video games and social-network sites pose a grave threat to TV entertainment. They steal away younger viewers and occupy their time with interactive activities when they should be staring passively at the old box and unconsciously assimilating the diabolical messages of high-priced commercials.
People in the news: March 10, 2009 in print edition on B6; • Smith’s estate seeks high court assistance • Police seize cash and drugs from Phish fans • Winfrey to air domestic violence show this week • Martha Stewart’s puppy dies in Pa. kennel blast • 1st edition Harry Potter auctioned for $19,120 • N.Y. judge to dismiss Michaels stalking case
Horoscopes: March 10, 2009 in print edition on B6; For Tuesday, March 10: This year, you make waves wherever you go. Pull back more and decide what is suitable for you ultimately. Think before you react. If you are single, you will relate more intensely and directly. If you are attached, the two of you need to agree to disagree.
N. Korea reopens border to workers: By Jean H. Lee - Associated Press Writer; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A6; North Korea agreed today to allow South Koreans working in a joint industrial zone in North Korea to cross the border after Pyongyang’s move to cut the last military hot line to Seoul left hundreds stranded overnight, officials said.
Court won’t expand voting rights: By Mark Sherman - Associated Press Writer; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A6; The Supreme Court limited the reach of the Voting Rights Act on Monday, a decision that could make it harder for some minority candidates to win election when voting districts are redrawn. In a 5-4 decision, the justices ruled that a portion of the law aimed at helping minorities elect their preferred candidates only applies in districts where minorities make up more than half the population.
U.S. protests ‘harassment’ of Navy ship: By Ann Scott Tyson - The Washington Post; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A6; The White House on Monday protested what military officials called China’s harassment and aggressive shadowing of a U.S. Navy ocean surveillance ship in international waters Sunday, and it urged greater respect for maritime law.
U.S. diplomat expelled, accused of conspiracy: March 10, 2009 in print edition on A6; President Evo Morales on Monday ordered a U.S. diplomat to leave Bolivia for allegedly conspiring with opposition groups, further straining tense relations six months after he expelled the American ambassador. The leftist leader said investigations determined that the U.S. Embassy’s second secretary, Francisco Martinez, “was in permanent contact with opposition groups.”
Former mayor gets backing for trade job: March 10, 2009 in print edition on A8; Former Dallas mayor Ron Kirk, apparently on course to be the next U.S. trade representative, told senators Monday that his main objective as the nation’s top trade official will be enforcing existing law and insisting that U.S. trade partners play by the rules.
Obama pledges to limit signing statements: March 10, 2009 in print edition on A8; President Barack Obama promised Monday that he would rarely impose his own interpretation of legislation by attaching statements when he signs bills, pulling back significantly from the controversial use of the tactic by his predecessor, George W. Bush.
Smoking restricted in restaurants, bars: March 10, 2009 in print edition on A8; The home state of Marlboro and the world’s largest cigarette factory is banning most smoking in restaurants and bars. Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine signed a bill Monday that generally restricts smoking to separate rooms that have their own ventilation. It takes effect Dec. 1.
Experts: Original portrait of Bard found: By Gregory Katz - Associated Press Writer; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A8; The Bard, or not the Bard? That is the question posed by Monday’s unveiling of a centuries-old portrait of a dark-eyed, handsome man in Elizabethan finery. Experts say it is the only portrait of William Shakespeare painted during his lifetime — in effect, the sole source of our knowledge of what the great man looked like.
Research decision exposes divides: By Eric Gorski - Associated Press Writer; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A8; The embryonic stem cell research debate is steeped with religious arguments, with some faith traditions convinced the research amounts to killing innocent life, others citing the moral imperative to alleviate suffering, and plenty of religious believers caught somewhere in between.
Obama lifts stem-cell funding prohibition: By Seth Borenstein and Ben Feller - Associated Press Writers; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A8; From tiny embryonic cells to the large-scale physics of global warming, President Barack Obama urged researchers on Monday to follow science and not ideology as he abolished contentious Bush-era restraints on stem-cell research.
Chimp shows animals’ ability to plan: By Malin Rising - Associated Press Writer; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A2; A canny chimpanzee who calmly collected a stash of rocks and then hurled them at zoo visitors in fits of rage has confirmed that apes can plan ahead just like humans, a Swedish study said Monday. Santino the chimpanzee’s anti-social behavior stunned both visitors and keepers at the Furuvik Zoo but fascinated researchers because it was so carefully prepared.
China on alert for unrest on key Tibet anniversary: By Audra Ang - Associated Press Writer; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A2; Authorities in Tibet and restive parts of western China were on heightened alert today for possible unrest on the 50th anniversary of a failed uprising against Chinese rule and the Dalai Lama’s flight from Tibet. Residents and businesses in the regional capital of Lhasa reported seeing increased patrols of armed police throughout the city.
Officials hold meeting on Guantanamo plans: March 10, 2009 in print edition on A2; Top officials of the Obama administration met privately Monday to discuss how to close the Guantanamo Bay detention facility. Attorney General Eric Holder hosted the first Cabinet-level meeting of President Barack Obama’s Guantanamo task force. Participating in the meeting, among others, were Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, Defense Secretary Robert Gates, CIA Director Leon Panetta and FBI Director Robert Mueller.
Warren Buffett says economy fell off cliff: March 10, 2009 in print edition on A2; Billionaire Warren Buffett remains confident that America’s best days are ahead, but he says the nation likely will face higher unemployment and eventually inflation because of the current economic crisis. Buffett said the nation’s leaders need to emphasize a consistent message, and they should support President Barack Obama’s efforts to repair the economy because fear is dominating Americans’ behavior.
Octuplets’ mother may get new home: March 10, 2009 in print edition on A2; Southern California’s octuplets mother may be moving to a new home and getting help to raise her brood. Nadya Suleman’s father Ed Doud is purchasing a $564,900 house in the city of La Habra in a deal is expected to close Friday, said Prudential Realty listing agent Mike Patel. In a related development, television’s Dr. Phil McGraw said Monday that Suleman will accept a volunteer group’s offer of nursing care for her children.
Slaying suspect planned ‘death day’: March 10, 2009 in print edition on A2; The man charged with gunning down a pastor mid-sermon and then stabbing two churchgoers had marked the day as “death day” in a planner found in his home and carried enough ammunition to kill 30 people, a prosecutor said Monday.
Stronger Medicaid oversight debated: By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A5; As Gov. Kathleen Sebelius waits to become U.S. secretary of health and human services, some Kansas officials are debating whether state oversight of its Medicaid program is strong enough.
KU baseball team to play makeup game: J-W Staff Reports; March 10, 2009 in print edition on B3; The Kansas University baseball team will make up one of the games it lost to the weather with a nonconference contest against Missouri Valley College 3 p.m. today at Hoglund Ballpark.
KU senior in second; golf team in 10th: J-W Staff Reports; March 10, 2009 in print edition on B3; Walt Koelbel shot back-to-back under-par rounds to lead the Kansas University men’s golf team on Monday during Day One at the Louisiana Classics at Oakbourne Country Club.
Second baseman sparks Chicago: The Associated Press; March 10, 2009 in print edition on B3; Mike Fontenot is making a big push to win the Chicago Cubs’ second-base job.
Dominik isn’t sitting still with Bucs: Lawrence High and KU grad reshaping Tampa Bay franchise with multiple personnel moves; By Dan Pompei - Chicago Tribune; March 10, 2009 in print edition on B2; Mark Dominik has been busy giving the Tampa Bay Buccaneers a new look.
A-Rod to return to lineup in May: Yankee slugger’s hip surgery goes ‘exactly as we planned’; The Associated Press; March 10, 2009; New York Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez underwent surgery on his right hip and should be back in the lineup in May.
Sooners’ Capel challenges Jayhawks: OU coach: Let’s see Kansas play us; By Gary Bedore; March 10, 2009 in print edition on B1; Oklahoma basketball coach Jeff Capel grew a bit defensive when asked about the Sooners’ recent slump, which has included three losses in five games. He reminded reporters that Blake Griffin missed half of a 73-68 setback at Texas and all of a 87-78 home loss to Kansas University because of injury.
School board hears good news on budget: By Lindsey Slater; March 10, 2009 in print edition on A4; Lawrence school board members on Monday heard that budget cuts from the state will not be as drastic as originally thought. At Monday night’s board meeting, Superintendent Randy Weseman said a new amendment adds money from the federal stimulus package that was not available when the budget was first being drafted.
Dead end for name change?: By Chuck Woodling; March 10, 2009 in print edition on B1; As Sue Hack’s days as a city commissioner dwindle down to a precious few, she has established one notable lame-duck priority.
County approves deal to stock up on asphalt: March 10, 2009 in print edition on A4; Douglas County will stock up on asphalt for summer maintenance season. Commissioners Monday approved a contract with Asphalt Sales of Lawrence to buy 8,001 to 13,000 tons of asphaltic concrete material at $38.95 per ton. Public Works leaders estimate the county will need 10,000 to 12,000 tons to perform maintenance on county roads.
Couple report being hit by van: March 10, 2009 in print edition on A4; A couple was hit by a van last Thursday after a dispute with the driver over a can of beer, police said. It all started when a man said he saw the van driver throw a can of beer into an open field beside his house in the 100 block of Perry Street, police said.
Chase suspect released on bond: March 10, 2009 in print edition on A4; A 41-year-old Lawrence man accused of leading officers on a high-speed chase through the city early Saturday morning has posted $700 bond, pending a March 20 hearing in Douglas County District Court. Lawrence police said the suspect drove his silver 2004 GMC pickup erratically and led them on a chase throughout the city that reached speeds more than 90 mph. Formal charges have not been filed against the suspect.
Commodities: March 10, 2009 in print edition on B7; Chicago Board of Trade: Agriculture futures traded mixed Monday. Wheat for May delivery lost 3.75 cents to $5.2325; May corn rose 4 cents to $3.655; May oats gained 1.5 cents to $1.8425; and May soybeans lost 2 cents to $8.65. Beef futures were higher and pork futures fell on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange.
Father blames alcohol for KU student’s death: Staff and Wire Reports; 12:00 a.m., March 10, 2009 Updated 11:43 a.m.; The father of a Kansas University freshman who was found dead Sunday at the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity house says alcohol is to blame. Jason Christopher Wren, 19, was found dead shortly after 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the fraternity, 1301 West Campus Road.
Government Web sites explain COBRA benefits in stimulus act: By Michelle Singletary - The Washington Post; March 10, 2009 in print edition on B7; There’s one Web site you need to check often if you intend to benefit from the many consumer provisions in the stimulus plan.
Jobless, food stamp benefits increase: By Carl Manning - Associated Press Writer; March 10, 2009 in print edition on B7; Unemployed Kansans have started getting an extra $25 in their weekly jobless benefits, and food stamp recipients will see an increase in benefits because of the federal stimulus package, state officials said Monday. Additional federal funds are coming as Kansas and other states suffer during the recession.
Ogden Publications announces promotions: March 10, 2009 in print edition on B7; Ogden Publications, Topeka, has promoted Lawrence residents James Duft, Katie Macfee and Taylor Miller. Duft has been promoted to assistant public relations manager. He oversees Ogden’s involvement and creation of consumer-oriented events, festivals and sweepstakes for all Ogden titles.
Lions Club projects in disaster relief shown: March 10, 2009 in print edition on B7; David Dawson, of the Lions Club, will present a slideshow detailing the work of Kansas Lions Clubs in disaster relief following the Greensburg tornado and the subsequent work by Lions Clubs International in rebuilding the town. The event, hosted by the Lawrence River City Lions Club, will begin at 6 p.m. Saturday at First United Methodist Church, 946 Vt. It is free and open to the public.
Resident now co-owner of Kansas Elder Care: March 10, 2009 in print edition on B7; Jennifer Shambaugh, Lawrence, is now a co-owner of Kansas Elder Care, 4733 Moundridge Court. KEC, an in-home care provider serving Lawrence and surrounding areas, has been in business over a year and a half, with Shambaugh becoming part owner the first of the year.
Small Business Center to host seminar: March 10, 2009 in print edition on B7; Kansas University-Kansas Small Business Development Center staff will present a seminar on starting a business from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday at the center, 734 Vt. The free seminar, “The Right Start,” will feature topics on permits/licenses, accounting, taxes, marketing, financing and business plans.
Prioritize cleaning to maximize effort: March 10, 2009 in print edition on C1; Spring cleaning can seem like a daunting job. Here are some tips for making the task more manageable from 1-800-GOT-JUNK, a service that picks up unwanted items for a fee.
‘Swiss gigolo’ gets 6 years in heiress case: March 10, 2009 in print edition on C8; A man dubbed “the Swiss gigolo” by the German media was sentenced to six years in prison Monday for defrauding Germany’s richest woman of $9 million and attempting to blackmail her for tens of millions more. Helg Sgarbi admitted to the Munich court that he threatened to release secretly recorded videotapes of trysts with BMW heiress Susanne Klatten, 46, unless the married woman gave him millions of dollars to keep quiet.
More evidence that depression hurts heart: March 10, 2009 in print edition on C8; Severe depression may silently break a seemingly healthy woman’s heart. Doctors have long known that depression is common after a heart attack or stroke, and worsens those people’s outcomes. Monday, Columbia University researchers reported new evidence that depression can lead to heart disease in the first place.
Spokesman: 4 peacekeepers hurt in ambush: March 10, 2009 in print edition on C8; Gunmen ambushed troops of the joint United Nations-African Union peacekeeping force in Sudan’s Darfur region Monday night, wounding four soldiers, a spokesman for the mission said. The attack was the first reported violence against peacekeepers since the International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant last week for Sudan’s president, accusing him of war crimes in the western region.
Sudan frees president’s chief opponent in attempt for unity: By Sarah El Deeb - Associated Press Writer; March 10, 2009 in print edition on C8; Sudan freed a senior opposition leader Monday who was jailed after urging the president to face war crimes charges, an apparent attempt to show unity as the country defies an international order to bring its leader to trial over bloodshed in Darfur.
Even in recession, some companies hiring: By Christopher S. Rugaber - Associated Press Writer; March 10, 2009 in print edition on C8; Help wanted: pharmacists, engineers and nurses. Believe it or not, even some banks are hiring, at least for their technology teams. While the recession has claimed 4.4 million jobs, the economy has created others, many of them for highly trained and specialized professionals. More than 2 million jobs openings now exist across a range of industries, according to government data.
Federal panel to compare medical tests, treatments: By Lauran Neergaard - Associated Press Writer; March 10, 2009 in print edition on C8; Think your doctor knows which drug — or surgery or even diagnostic test — works best? Think again. Half the time, there’s little if any good evidence comparing one to another. And one of medicine’s little secrets is that brand-new drugs don’t have to work any better than cheap old ones to be approved for sale.
Tight economic times inspire new interest in bartering: Mary Meehan/McClatchy Newspapers; March 10, 2009 in print edition on C2; It really is the oldest profession in the world — swapping stuff you have for stuff you want.
Book to unfold witty twits from networking Web site: Chicago Tribune; March 10, 2009 in print edition on C1; Who said twittering was a shallow, empty pursuit? Nick Douglas, a 24-year-old freelance writer in San Francisco, has just landed a book deal from HarperCollins to compile others’ tweets. Twitter, of course, is the popular social networking site that allows users to communicate 140 characters at a time.

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