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Merle Southard, Lawrence, lives on land that has been in his family for more than 100 years

Merle Southard, Lawrence, lives on land that has been in his family for more than 100 years

Aron Cromwell, left, CEO of Cromwell Environmental, and Chris Rogge, project manager, created a solar panel array on a home in west Lawrence. The home, at 1638 Bobwhite Drive, will be part of a sustainable homes tour and fair on Saturday

Tonganoxie High football players surround 6Sports Director Kevin Romary as he delivers a live broadcast during 6News Main Street Live in Tonganoxie on Wednesday

A few dozen Tonganoxie residents watch the live broadcast as it's being shown over the air at a TV during the Main Street Live: Tonganoxie broadcast on Wednesday

A line of Tonganoxie residents forms as they wait for free brats and refreshments from Johnsonville and Pepsi. About 100 residents turned out for Main Street Live: Tonganoxie

Janet Reid and Mark Boyle are on the set just a few seconds before delivering a live broadcast of the 6News 6 p.m. broadcast at Main Street Live: Tonganoxie

A Tonganoxie High student prepares to record her segment on why she loves Tonganoxie. About a dozen of those who turned out for the live 6News broadcast also record a special, LJWorld.com-only segment about why they love Tonganoxie

Almost time for the broadcast in Tonganoxie during the first week of Main Street Live. 6News brought its 6 p.m. broadcast to Tonganoxie on Wednesday. Next Wednesday, the broadcast will be in Basehor

Tonganoxie High students line up for free brats from Johnsonville at Main Street Live: Tonganoxie. About 100 people turned out to see the live 6News broadcast on Wednesday

The set is setup for Main Street Live: Tonganoxie in front of Tonganoxie High School. About 100 people turned out for the live broadcast of the 6 p.m. 6News broadcast

Johnsonville brats are cooked just before Main Street Live starts in Tonganoxie on Wednesday. Main Street Live comes to Basehor next Wednesday

In 1954 these three Lawrence Centennial fashion plates, employees of the First National Bank, 8th and Mass. St. wore their 1800's garb to work. From left are Lois (Edmonds) Hamlet, Marjorie Ann (Bond) Schick and Bernice Francis

Lawrence Police chief Ron Olin, from left, Douglas County Sheriff Ken McGovern, Kansas University Public Safety Office Chief Ralph Oliver and Kansas Attorney General Steve Six visit during a forum on personal safety Wednesday at Kansas University

The Stoneback family helped Lawrence celebrate its 100th anniversary in 1954 by dressing for the occasion in early period clothes. From left are Renee, Irvin Stoneback, Brad, Mabel Stoneback and Teresa

A pair horses pull this group down Mass. St. in the centennial parade in 1954. Hank Brown is playing the trumpet and Byrona Wiley and Melba Still are dressed as Keystone Kops

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Should Lawrence seek to host an event celebrating Kansas' sesquicentennial in 2011?

Poll results

Response	Percent
Yes		67%
No		32%
Total	551

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12:00 a.m.

Flourishing friendship: By Gary Bedore; September 8, 2009 in print edition on 1B; Elijah Johnson found it difficult to traverse Kansas University’s hilly campus after undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery on June 23. He leaned on a buddy — freshman basketball teammate and roommate Thomas Robinson — for support.

6:00 a.m.

Local students watch Obama’s back-to-school speech: By Lindsey Slater; 10:40 a.m., September 8, 2009 Updated 4:51 p.m. in print edition on 1A; Teachers across the nation plugged in Tuesday so their students could watch President Obama’s televised back-to-school speech. While Lawrence public schools did not require teachers to show the speech or students to watch it, most did, including second-graders at Prairie Park School.

Video: Obama addresses nation’s school children
Poll: Was the Barack Obama speech to students what you expected?
On the street: Do you mind that President Obama spoke to school children about education?

10:00 a.m.

Rep. Moran, speaking in Lawrence, hopes to find common ground on health care: By George Diepenbrock; September 8, 2009 in print edition on 3A; The Hays Republican on Tuesday in Lawrence said that President Barack Obama in his Wednesday address should indicate “he has listened to Americans across our country.”

Video: Moran addresses Chamber of Commerce

2:00 p.m.

Fall crafts festival set for this weekend in South Park: By Shaun Hittle; September 8, 2009 in print edition on 3A; Pull into Lawrence resident Curtis Bennett’s driveway and you’re glared at by several pairs of eyes from what he calls “tree spirits” hanging from the outside his garage. Inside the garage there are hundreds, perhaps thousands, more.

6:00 p.m.

Chocolate connection: LHS grad’s company yields sweet benefits for people of Madagascar: By Sarah Henning; September 9, 2009 in print edition on 1C; Most anyone who dabbles in food will tell you that good ingredients are the foundation for good food.

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White House releases excerpts from President Obama’s speech tonight on health care: 05:19 p.m., September 9, 2009 Updated 05:26 p.m.; President to talk about health care reform.
KU management review expected to be made public next week: By Scott Rothschild; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A4; A much-anticipated management review of Kansas University likely will be released next week, a Kansas Board of Regents official said Wednesday.
KDHE reports second swine flu death in Kansas: By Karrey Britt; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A3; The Kansas Department of Health and Environment reported Wednesday afternoon the second death in Kansas of a person infected with the H1N1 influenza virus.
KU veterans group to host candlelight vigil Thursday night: By Andy Hyland; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B10; The Kansas University Collegiate Veterans Association has scheduled a candlelight vigil recognizing those lost on Sept. 11, 2001, and during the War on Terror.
One person flown to hospital after car/bicycle accident: LJWorld.com staff reports; 04:11 p.m., September 9, 2009 Updated 05:59 p.m. in print edition on A4; A 33-year old Kansas University graduate student was in fair condition early Wednesday night, after his bike collided with a KU maintenance truck shortly after 4 p.m. near Templin Hall, authorities said.
More transmission lines needed to develop wind energy, officials say: Governor: Transmission lines, legislation vital to wind power; By Scott Rothschild; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A1; Unlocking the potential of Kansas wind power will require federal legislation and more transmission lines, officials said Wednesday.
Statehouse Live: Federal renewable standards, transmission needed for more wind development, offcials say: By Scott Rothschild; 02:35 p.m., September 9, 2009 Updated 02:35 p.m.; Kansas Wind Working Group meets to discuss renewable energy
Baldwin City police arrest two men on marijuana charges: By Jeff Myrick; September 9, 2009; Baldwin City police arrested two Baker University students Tuesday afternoon after a marijuana-growing operation was found in their home in the 400 block of Eisenhower.
Little boy’s health challenges inspire family to help others: By Mark Boyle; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B10; Terry and Kristi Keefer’s son, Cooper, was born two years ago with multiple heart defects. Cooper’s health problems have taken a toll on the family, emotionally and financially. As the family worked its way through the challenges, they couldn’t help but think they weren’t alone.
77-year-old runner looks forward to event of lifetime: By Karrey Britt; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A3; Dick Wilson, 77, has participated in hundreds of races during his lifetime.
Rapist in string of attacks likely spying on women first, officials say at sexual assault forum: Law enforcement officials attend KU safety forum; By Jesse Fray; 01:12 p.m., September 9, 2009 Updated 01:49 p.m. in print edition on A3; New details emerged Wednesday about a serial rapist whom law enforcement has connected to 13 attacks in Lawrence and Manhattan dating back to 2001.
Cases of newborn abandonment lead AG to promote law allowing parents to leave babies at ‘Safe Havens’: Associated Press; September 9, 2009; Several killings of newborns have prompted Kansas’ attorney general to promote a state law granting immunity to parents who give up their infants.
Governor seeks federal aid for six counties, including Franklin: Severe thunderstorms in July led to widespread damage; Associated Press; September 9, 2009; Gov. Mark Parkinson is asking the federal government for a disaster declaration for six Kansas counties hit by severe thunderstorms in July.
Fewer Kansas schools, school districts make adequate yearly progress: All Lawrence schools except Lawrence High meet AYP; Associated Press; 10:21 a.m., September 9, 2009 Updated 01:04 p.m.; Kansas saw a slight decrease in schools and school districts making adequate progress on improving test scores in 2008-09.
Meet the Tweeple: Twestival breaks barrier between social media websites and real life ; By Gavon Laessig; September 9, 2009 in print edition on C1; Judging solely by the sheer volume of silly variations on its name, Twitter has arrived as a full blown cultural force…
Jews still face deadly threat: By Cal Thomas - Tribune Media Services; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A9; HBO showed the film “Schindler’s List” last week.
Wall Street has new scam: By Mike Hoeflich; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A9; t would appear that the wizards of Wall Street and their Washington friends who pretend to regulate them don’t learn from their past mistakes.
Music to monkeys’ ears — and their hearts: By Rob Stein - The Washington Post; September 9, 2009 in print edition on C10; Whales have songs, and so do birds, of course.
Speech aims to energize reform: By Shailagh Murray and Lori Montgomery - The Washington Post; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A1; President Obama will seek to rally Congress to pass health-care reform in a prime-time address today, even as lawmakers continue struggling to reach broad consensus on some of the toughest issues facing them in the debate.
Dugan Arnett’s KU football notebook: By Dugan Arnett; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B5; While Clint Bowen was not exactly a fan of the penalty-prompting ways of sophomore cornerback Anthony Davis in last weekend’s season-opening victory over Northern Colorado, Bowen, the second-year Kansas University defensive coordinator, pointed out Tuesday that things could have been a lot worse.
Murray ousted from U.S. Open: Cilic, Nadal advance; Serena straight-set winner; The Associated Press; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B2; Andy Murray fell to Marin Cilic in the fourth round of the U.S. Open
Police invesigating robbery on KU campus: Staff reports; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A4; Kansas University police are investigating a robbery reported on campus late Friday night.
New communications manager introduced: Staff reports; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A6; City Manager David Corliss introduced Megan Gilliland as the city’s new communications manager.
BYU vaults to No. 9 in poll: Upset of OU sparks jump; Kansas up to 24; The Associated Press; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B7; BYU barged into the top 10 of the Associated Press college football poll, making the biggest jump of any team from the preseason rankings after scoring the biggest upset of the opening weekend of the regular season.
Chocolate connection: LHS grad’s company yields sweet benefits for people of Madagascar: By Sarah Henning; September 9, 2009 in print edition on C1; Most anyone who dabbles in food will tell you that good ingredients are the foundation for good food.
Free training tips offered during food safety month: By Susan Krumm; September 9, 2009 in print edition on C1; Isn’t September “National Food Safety Education Month”?
Gary Bedore’s KU basketball notebook: Self: KU’s Aldrich could be a top pick; By Gary Bedore; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B3; Kansas coach Bill Self was asked where he feels junior Cole Aldrich and senior Sherron Collins will be taken in the 2010 NBA Draft. It’s all but certain the 6-foot-11 Aldrich will head to the pros after this campaign.
Self: Memphis could be like KU last year: By Gary Bedore; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B1; It’s not often Bill Self receives a hearty ovation in the state of Missouri.
Book offers a fresh take on familiar food: Associated Press; September 9, 2009 in print edition on C1; For anyone who’s ever bemoaned the state of the chain restaurant chimichanga, behold, salvation.
People in the news: September 9, 2009 in print edition on B9; People in the news for September 9, 2009.
Horoscope for September 9, 2009: September 9, 2009 in print edition on B9; This year, dive in and get the job done. Your efficiency is tested. Sometimes there is a backfire, perhaps with more frequency than in the past. If you are single, you easily could meet someone through work. If you are attached, the two of you benefit from more private time together. Taurus helps you understand others.
Holocaust won’t be introduced to Palestinian students this year: By Karin Laub - Associated Press Writer; September 9, 2009 in print edition on C10; Gaza students won’t learn about the Holocaust this year.
Economy sparks rebirth of funeral sciences: By Jeannie Nuss - Associated Press Writer; September 9, 2009 in print edition on C10; Facing impending layoffs at his manufacturing plant, Alan Willoughby left to seek financial security selling automobiles at a used-car lot.
Panel: Moon return plan is a no-go: By Seth Borenstein - Associated Press Writer; September 9, 2009 in print edition on C10; A White House panel of independent space experts says NASA’s return-to-the-moon plan just won’t fly.
Man survives 40-foot drop in bridge crash: Associated Press; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B10; A Topeka man suffered only minor injuries Tuesday when a van he was driving crashed through a bridge railing and dropped 39 feet into a creek.
‘Mental health court’ begins in October: Associated Press; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B10; Wichita city leaders have established a mental health court to provide treatment and support, rather than punishment, for people with severe mental problems who break the law.
Store brands may be cheaper but can taste better: Consumer Reports; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B6; If concern about taste has kept you from trying store-brand foods, hesitate no more.
Food prices falling after steep increase: By Emily Fredrix and Sarah Skidmore - Associated Press Writers; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B6; Grocery shoppers are finally seeing some reprieve from last year’s steep price increases.
Chinese solar plant expected to be biggest: Associated Press; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B6; First Solar Inc. said Tuesday it has received initial approval from the Chinese government to build what may become the largest solar field in the world.
New stylist joins Images Salon, Day Spa: Staff reports; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B6; Cindy Schmiedeler has joined the staff at Images Salon & Day Spa, 511 W. Ninth St.
Chamber offering marketing seminars: Staff reports; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B6; The Lawrence Chamber of Commerce presents a new series to help its members and other businesses in the community learn effective strategies to obtain more customers.
Health workers pressured to get flu shots: By Lindsey Tanner and Valerie Bauman - Associated Press Writers; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A10; Tens of thousands of health care workers who typically avoid flu shots are under more pressure than ever to get vaccinated as hospitals and clinics prepare for a spike in swine flu cases this fall and winter.
Victoria’s secret: Royal bloomers join collection: Associated Press; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A10; A set of roomy bloomers that once belonged to Queen Victoria are back in royal drawers.
100 years ago: Board of education raises tuition: September 9, 2009 in print edition on A8; From the Lawrence Daily World for Sept. 9, 1909:
40 years ago: KU Chancellor Chalmers formally installed: September 9, 2009 in print edition on A8; Formal installation of Kansas University Chancellor Laurence Chalmers was set for Sept. 15.
25 years ago: KU defeats WSU: September 9, 2009 in print edition on A8; Kansas defeated Wichita State 31-7 in football in another renewal of a periodic state rivalry.
Civilian surge needed in Afghanistan: By Trudy Rubin - Philadelphia Inquirer; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A8; The debate is heating up over whether we should send more U.S. troops to Afghanistan if our commanders request them. However, there’s virtually no debate over the need for a “civilian surge” in Afghanistan.
New York Times: Commandos free reporter: By Rahim Faiez - Associated Press Writers; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A2; Commandos freed a New York Times reporter early today from Taliban captives who kidnapped him over the weekend in northern Afghanistan, but his interpreter was killed in the raid, the paper and officials said.
Afghan election panel charges fraud, orders audit, recount: By Hal Bernton - The Seattle Times; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A2; Citing “clear and convincing evidence of fraud,” an Afghan election complaints commission on Tuesday ordered an audit and a recount of votes at numerous polling sites across this warring nation.
Couple marry at son’s funeral: Associated Press; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A2; he parents of a 7-year-old boy who died after an upstate New York car crash have fulfilled his wish that they get married, and they did it at the child’s funeral.
Leibovitz deadline to repay $24M loan passes: Associated Press; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A2; The deadline for celebrity photographer Annie Leibovitz to repay a $24 million loan passed Tuesday night without word from either involved party.
Nazi-era treason convictions overturned: Associated Press; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A2; Germany’s parliament unanimously passed a blanket measure Tuesday overturning Nazi-era verdicts convicting people of treason, nearly 65 years after the end of World War II.
Sotomayor takes place on high court bench: Associated Press; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A2; Justice Sonia Sotomayor has taken her seat at the Supreme Court in front of a packed courtroom that included President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden.
Roadside bombs kill 4 U.S. soldiers in Iraq: Associated Press; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A2; Four U.S. soldiers were killed by roadside bombs Tuesday, the deadliest day for American forces in Iraq since combat troops pulled back from urban areas more than two months ago.
Aspen confronts bolder bears looking for food: Associated Press; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A6; It’s nearly 2 a.m. and authorities have found the suspect in a string of break-ins into multimillion-dollar homes.
Speech earns GOP praise: By Christi Parsons - Tribune Washington Bureau; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A6; Though it inspired a swirling controversy about politics in the classroom over the past week, President Barack Obama’s back-to-school address to America’s students on Tuesday ended up being decidedly motivational rather than political — and even won praise from some Republicans.
Florida freshman Debose shelved: The Associated Press; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B7; Top-ranked Florida will have to wait a year to see highly touted freshman Andre Debose on the field.
KU senior midfielder Dolinsky honored: Staff reports; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B5; Kansas University midfielder Monica Dolinsky has been named Big 12 offensive player of the week as well as to the Soccer America national team of the week.
Laptad a coach’s dream: By Tom Keegan; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B1; Given the assignment to create in his basement the perfect football brain, Dr. Frankenstein would have made a man who speaks exclusively in clichés, does not question authority and does the same things with his free time as coaches have him doing at practice.
Royals win, 7-5: The Associated Press; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B3; Kansas City’s victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Monday could have seemed like a fluke. A last-place team’s going to pull an upset against a first-place team on occasion, right?
Oregon whiffed on punch reaction: By Bud Withers - The Seattle Times; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B2; Oregon mishandled the Oregon-Boise State fiasco.
Couple in serious condition after motorcycle accident: Staff reports; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A4; A Tonganoxie couple were in serious condition Tuesday afternoon at Kansas University Hospital after being injured in a motorcycle accident on County Road 1 south of Tonganoxie.
Former HHS secretary to receive Dole prize: By Andy Hyland; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A4; Donna Shalala, a former Health and Human Services Secretary under President Bill Clinton, will receive the 2009 Dole Leadership Prize.
New members join KU Hospital board: By Andy Hyland; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A4; Two new faces were around the Kansas University Hospital Authority Board’s table Tuesday discussing patient satisfaction reports and other hospital matters.
St. Patrick’s committee seeking beneficiaries: September 9, 2009 in print edition on A4; Area organizations that focus on the needs of children in Douglas County are invited to apply to become a beneficiary of next year’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
Headquarters sponsors motorcycle poker run: Staff reports; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A4; The second annual Life Support Ride hosted by Headquarters Counseling Center will be Sunday.
GaDuGi center forms new support groups: Staff reports; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A4; The GaDuGi SafeCenter, which provides support for child and adult victims of sexual violence, is forming two new support groups as part of The Chrysalis Project.
Food policy on county agenda: Staff reports; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A4; Douglas County commissioners at their meeting today will consider creating a food policy council to advise them on strengthening a local food system.
Study to estimate repairs at depot: Staff reports; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A6; Commissioners unanimously agreed to spend about $25,000 to study what repairs are needed at the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway Depot at Seventh and New Jersey streets.
Health insurance switch approved: Staff reports; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A6; City commissioners at their Tuesday evening meeting unanimously agreed to change the city’s health insurance plan in an effort to cut down on health care increases that were costing about $1 million per year.
Battle of brothers: Linebacker Springer’s twin plays for Miners; By Dugan Arnett; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B1; Growing up, there was never any real question that twins Justin and Jeremy Springer would end up playing football at the same university.
Chiefs’ defense may not be as offensive as in ’08: The Associated Press; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B1; Buried beneath Kansas City’s 0-4 preseason record and all the anxiety over a stinky offense, a bit of good news is trying to peek out.
Work on Rail Trail to begin next month: By Chad Lawhorn; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A1; After multiple years of planning, construction is set to begin early next month on a new east Lawrence trail that will run from 11th Street all the way to 23rd Street.
Sooners’ Gresham finished: Tight end needs stitches to repair cartilage in right knee; The Associated Press; September 9, 2009 in print edition on B7; Oklahoma’s Jermaine Gresham is out for the season after suffering a knee injury.
Call for civility?: Nancy Dinneen - Lawrence; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A8; To the editor: Even after many years of exposure to the Saturday Column, I was amazed by the most recent one.
Top challenge: Les Blevins - Lawrence; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A8; To the editor: The greatest challenge of this generation is not the economy or health care.
Story lacking: David Burress - Lawrence; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A8; To the editor: Charlie Perry has a mildly interesting idea on climate change that’s not ready for prime time.
Jenkins’ remark: Bootsie Lauridsen - Baldwin City; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A8; To the editor: Concerning Rep. Lynn Jenkins’ remark that the Republicans need to look for a “great white hope,” I would remark that Kansas’ 2nd District needs to look for a great “bright” hope.
Privacy surrender: J-W Editorials; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A8; We think we treasure our privacy, but in today’s society, we don’t take very good care of it.
New superintendent to chat Thursday: Staff reports; September 9, 2009 in print edition on A3; First-year Lawrence public schools Superintendent Rick Doll will chat live with LJWorld.com readers at 11 a.m. Thursday.
Hibiscus is flavor trend: McClatchy Newspapers; September 9, 2009 in print edition on C3; Its ruby red color is alluring; its flavor, lemony-tart and berry-rich.
Chicken recipe offers a fresh twist on Mexican cuisine: The Associated Press; September 9, 2009 in print edition on C3; Marcela Valladolid’s “Fresh Mexico” makes a clean break with the bready, cheesey, beany Mexican food to which Americans have become accustomed.

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