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Archive for Monday, May 24, 2010

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Photo galleries
The day in photos, May 24, 2010 KU baseball vs. Oklahoma
Polls
Which KU non-conference game are you most looking forward to?

Poll results

Response Percent
vs. Memphis (New York City)
 
 44%
vs. UCLA
 
 19%
vs. Arizona (Las Vegas)
 
 14%
at Michigan
 
 11%
at Cal
 
 4%
Other
 
 2%
vs. USC
 
 1%
Total 1783
Videos

Lead stories

12:00 a.m.
Juan Manuel Santos, presidential candidate of the Social National Unity Party in Colombia, gestures during his closing campaign rally in Bogota on Friday. Santos graduated from Kansas University in 1973 with degrees in business and economics. Jayhawk is leading candidate in Colombian presidential election
By Andy Hyland
May 23, 2010 in print edition on 1B
As traveling Kansas University fans know, there are Jayhawk alumni seemingly everywhere you look. You can even find one running for the presidency of a South American country.
6:00 a.m.
Free State High's newest graduates celebrate on Sunday afternoon after a ceremony in the school's new stadium. Advice to Free State graduates includes lessons from cartoons
By Theresa Freed
May 24, 2010 in print edition on 1A
Free State High School’s class of 2010 celebrated a first Sunday afternoon. It became the first class to graduate in its new athletic stadium.
10:00 a.m.
Lawrence High graduate Cassie Brabant, facing, hugs her friend Angele Lund following the LHS commencement ceremony Sunday at the football stadium. A new tradition commences: Lions go out with a roar at home field
By Theresa Freed
May 24, 2010 in print edition on 1A
The Lawrence High School stadium was filled Sunday afternoon for the annual graduation ceremony, where 376 students received their diplomas.
2:00 p.m.
Baker University President Pat Long shakes hands with Matthew James during commencement ceremonies Sunday in Baldwin City. The Class of 2010 arrived at Baker at the same time Long did, four years ago. A walk to remember
By Jimmy Gillispie
May 24, 2010 in print edition on 3A
Baker University President Pat Long kept her keynote address short Sunday afternoon, and her message for the 2010 graduates was simple.
6:00 p.m.
Taj Polonchek, 5, looks for guidance for weeding from teacher Julie McEathron at Hilltop Child Development Center’s Meadowlark Classroom’s garden. McEathron has incorporated gardening into the classroom for three years, and soon the entire school will have a new garden for its projects. Blossoming education: KU’s Hilltop program to expand gardening, related curricula
By Terry Rombeck
May 24, 2010
These are the reasons why gardening with preschoolers is adorable. Taj Polonchek, 5, sits on the sidewalk near a bed of green plants barely poking out of the ground. Even a seasoned gardener might wonder which is a weed and which is a vegetable plant. Taj, with great confidence, pulls a tomato plant out of the dirt. He holds it up to his teacher. “Can I pick this one?” he says.

All stories

Back-to-school is now for those who have enrolled for ‘Mini College’
By Andy Hyland
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A3
About 125 “students” are on the Kansas University campus this week taking in all kinds of classes — from the sexual behavior of insects to the latest developments on cancer research.
Johnny’s customers facing another detour in North Lawrence
By Aleese Kopf
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A4
Drivers on their way to Johnny’s Tavern and other nearby North Lawrence businesses, including a mobile home park, must once again navigate a new route.
Chancellor: Raising admission standards a priority for KU in the coming year
By Andy Hyland
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A5
Kansas University Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little said KU would be focusing more time on raising its admissions standards in the coming year.
Commercialization, research remain top priority for Kansas Bioscience Authority in 2010
By Christine Metz
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A3
The Kansas Bioscience Authority plans to commit $36.9 million in the coming fiscal year to beef up the bioscience industry.
Statehouse Live: Parkinson signs into law texting while driving ban
By Scott Rothschild
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A5
Those caught texting while driving will get a warning until Jan. 1, 2011, which is when a fine of $60 will take effect.
Funeral for Shawnee firefighter killed over the weekend set for Thursday
Shawnee Dispatch
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A1
Services are set for Thursday morning for John Glaser, the 33-year-old firefighter who died Saturday in the line of duty.
Driver in fair condition after five-vehicle double fatality
By Janet Reid
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A4
A driver involved in a five-vehicle accident Saturday that claimed the lives of two Nortonville women was listed in fair condition Monday at Kansas University Hospital.
Pac-10 games highlight KU’s non-conference men’s basketball schedule
By Gary Bedore
12:13 p.m., May 24, 2010 Updated 12:00 a.m. in print edition on B1
Home games against Pac-10 teams USC and UCLA, road battles versus Michigan and California, as well as appearances in the Jimmy V Classic and Las Vegas Invitational highlight Kansas University’s non-conference men’s basketball schedule, released Monday.
Thieves cut through walls to access safe at Douglas County treasurer’s satellite office
By Janet Reid
12:07 p.m., May 24, 2010 Updated 05:39 p.m. in print edition on A1
Lawrence police are investigating an unusual break-in at the Douglas County Treasurer’s satellite office, where thieves cut through walls of at least two businesses to access a safe.
Lowe’s seeking to build home improvement store near Sixth Street and Folks Road
By Chad Lawhorn
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A1
Lowe’s, the major home improvement retailer, hopes to build a new store near Sixth Street and Folks Road in northwest Lawrence.
Kansas Libertarians see rising number of voters registering with third parties
Associated Press
09:22 a.m., May 24, 2010 Updated 12:00 p.m. in print edition on B10
Kansas Libertarians are frustrated, and they say they aren’t alone.
Channel flipper
By Sarah Henning
May 24, 2010
Kathy Bailey always figured her son, Evan, would be on TV. He was a great dancer, but if his moves didn’t get him on TV, the personality that made him Lawrence High School’s Homecoming king in 1997 certainly would have.
Family-friendly Lawrence City Band series starts Wednesday
J-W Staff Reports
May 24, 2010
The first concert of the summer for the Lawrence City Band kicks off at 8 p.m. Wednesday in the band stand in South Park, 1200 Mass. Guest conductor will be Leroy Esau, former conductor of the Hutchinson Municipal Band.
A new tradition commences: Lions go out with a roar at home field
High schools hold first ceremonies in new stadiums
By Theresa Freed
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A1
The Lawrence High School stadium was filled Sunday afternoon for the annual graduation ceremony, where 376 students received their diplomas.
Stoudemire keeps Suns alive
Phoenix avoids sweep with 118-109 victory
Associated Press
May 24, 2010 in print edition on B5
Amare Stoudemire had been criticized for just about everything: his defense, his rebounding, even his desire.
K-State golfer edges Jayhawk for KGA title
J-W Staff Reports
May 24, 2010 in print edition on B3
Kansas State golfer Ross Geubelle, of Lakin, defeated Kansas University golfer Jeff Bell, of Wichita, on the third playoff hole to win the KGA Public Links Championship on Sunday at Colbert Hills.
Two city players on softball squad
J-W Staff Reports
May 24, 2010 in print edition on B3
Two city players were included on the All-Sunflower League softball team, released Sunday night. Free State freshman Courtney Parker was a first-team selection at catcher, while Lawrence High senior Jamie Jarrett was a second-team selection as an infielder.
As spill grows, oil soaks delicate marshes and birds
By Greg Bluestein and Matthew Brown - Associated Press Writers
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A2
As officials approached to survey the damage the Gulf oil spill caused in coastal marshes, some brown pelicans couldn’t fly away Sunday. All they could do was hobble.
No injuries reported after earthquake
Associated Press
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A2
Seismologists say a 5.9-magnitude earthquake has shaken southern Peru. There are no immediate reports of injuries or damage.
Shuttle undocks from space station
Associated Press
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A2
After a week of flying together, shuttle Atlantis undocked from a larger and virtually completed International Space Station on Sunday and headed for home on its final voyage.
Gunfire, fire bombs in barricaded slum
Associated Press
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A2
Masked men defending a reputed drug lord sought by the United States torched a police station and traded gunfire with security forces in a patchwork of barricaded slums in Jamaica’s capital Sunday.
President: North Korea must pay for attack
Associated Press
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A2
South Korea’s president said today his nation will no longer tolerate North Korea’s “brutality” and said the regime would pay for a surprise torpedo attack that killed 46 South Korean sailors.
Guns kill children in both urban, rural areas
By Carla K. Johnson - Associated Press Writer
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A12
Murders involving firearms are more common among city youths. But gun suicides and accidental fatal shootings level the score: They are more common among rural kids.
Yemeni cleric calls for killing U.S. civilians
By Maamoun Youssef - Associated Press Writer
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A8
A U.S.-born cleric who has encouraged Muslims to kill American soldiers called for the killing of U.S. civilians in his first video released by a Yemeni offshoot of al-Qaida.
‘Law & Order’ and ‘24’ leave the scene
By Kevin McDonough
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A11
An entertainment era has ended. Over a 24-hour period, we’ll see the final episodes of “Lost,” “24” (7 p.m., Fox) and “Law & Order” (9 p.m., NBC), each of them a defining and important series in the history of television.
Decision will keep U.S. military base on Okinawa
By Yuri Kageyama - Associated Press Writer
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A8
Okinawans were outraged Sunday that Japan’s prime minister reneged on his campaign pledge to move a U.S. military base off their island.
‘Lost’ finale addresses questions
By Frazier Moore - Associated Press Writer
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A11
The premiere of “Lost” ended memorably with Charlie’s plaintive question to his fellow island castaways: “Guys, where ARE we?”
Move afoot in Congress to ban drop-side cribs
By Jennifer C. Kerr - Associated Press Writer
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A8
At least 32 infants and toddlers since 2000 have suffocated or were strangled in a drop-side crib.
Dalai Lama criticizes decisions in Iraq war
The Associated Press
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A8
The Dalai Lama said Sunday that the U.S.-led war in Iraq could perhaps have been avoided through negotiations.
Horoscope for May 24, 2010
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A11
This year, you will have many opportunities to change your lifestyle, the quality of your work and your involvement in daily matters. You are full of personality and energy. If you are single, you will meet many people in your daily life. You can afford to be discriminating in your choices. If you are attached, the two of you are deeply bonded. Libra understands you.
57 ancient tombs with mummies unearthed
The Associated Press
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A8
Archeologists have unearthed 57 ancient Egyptian tombs, most of which hold an ornately painted wooden sarcophagus with a mummy inside.
Thai film wins top honor at Cannes
The Associated Press
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A8
“Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives” won the top honor at the Cannes Film Festival on Sunday.
Limestone fence posts are sculptor’s medium
By Tim Unruh - The Salina Journal
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A5
Locals may take those old limestone fence posts for granted.
China boom spurs environmental concerns
By Trudy Rubin - Philadelphia Inquirer
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A9
This small village on the Zouma River — inside the municipal boundaries of Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan province — is the site of a fascinating effort to fight one of China’s biggest problems: the dangerous levels of pollution in its rivers and streams.
Fiscal crises threaten Europe’s generous benefits
By Michael Weissenstein - Associated Press Writer
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A12
The welfare state — cherished by many Europeans as an alternative to what they see as dog-eat-dog American capitalism — is coming under its most serious threat in decades: Europe’s sovereign debt crisis.
25 years ago: Third-graders collect cans
Staff reports
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A9
Kansas University named Robert L. Shelton as the new university ombudsman - the person who helps find solutions for faculty, student and staff problems. The current ombudsman, William Balfour, was set to resign at the end of June.
40 years ago: Kansas governor wants show of force
Staff reports
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A9
Gov. Robert Docking, campaigning for a third term, restated his belief that a show of force is the most effective means of controlling rioting and disorder such as Kansas University had experienced during the previous month.
100 years ago: Comet passes over Lawrence
Staff reports
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A9
If you are one of the many hundreds who journeyed to the heights of Mt. Oread last night to see the comet you had been reading so much about, it is quite likely that you were somewhat disappointed in the sight.
Theater project now casting volunteers
Staff reports
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A4
The Lawrence Youth Ensemble seeks volunteers to assist with Theatre in South Park, a free camp for kids ages 6 to 12 that takes place June 7-11.
Teen fades on back 9 at Nelson
As Day wins trophy, 16-year-old Spieth attracts fans
The Associated Press
May 24, 2010 in print edition on B2
Jason Day knows all about being a young, up-and-coming golf star. So he didn’t mind one bit sharing the spotlight of his first PGA Tour victory with 16-year-old Jordan Spieth. Heck, it might have helped.
Child mortality rates fall but U.S. lags
By Noam N. Levey - Tribune Washington Bureau
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A1
Underscoring historic recent gains in global health, the number of children younger than 5 who die this year will fall to 7.7 million, down from 11.9 million two decades ago, according to new estimates by population health experts.
Ex-Dodger, Royal Lima dies at 37
The Associated Press
May 24, 2010 in print edition on B5
Jose Lima lived over the top on and off the baseball field. The free-spirited pitcher could deliver a song as well as a fastball, leaving a trail of fun and laughter known as “Lima Time” wherever he went. The All-Star right-hander who spent 13 years in the major leagues died Sunday, according to the Los Angeles Dodgers. He was 37.
Dignity, drama in 2000
By Tom Keegan
May 24, 2010 in print edition on B1
Former Lawrence High golfer Ryan Morgan didn’t have any trouble remembering the details of one of his roughly 10,000 days on earth. Spring of 2000. Alvamar Country Club served as the host course, Free State High the host school for the boys Class 6A state golf tournament. A senior, Morgan knew his toughest competition could come from his friend Charlie Santaularia, a junior at Free State.
Sooners’ rally keeps KU reeling, 9-6
By Gary Bedore
May 24, 2010 in print edition on B1
Kansas University’s baseball team enters the postseason on a sour note.
Hitting close to home: LHS golfers familiar with Alvamar
By Tom Keegan
May 24, 2010 in print edition on B1
When competing against the best golfers in the state, every little edge counts, and Lawrence High senior Jon Cohen has a big one going into today’s Class 6A boys high school golf tournament at Alvamar Country Club.
I know Victoria’s secret
By Julie Dunlap
May 24, 2010
Apparently Victoria’s Secret sells a Brazilian bikini. How I know this is part of a long story, ending with me accepting the fact that it will take far more than an intimate wax job to get me in one.
Advice to Free State graduates includes lessons from cartoons
High schools hold first ceremonies in new stadiums
By Theresa Freed
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A1
Free State High School’s class of 2010 celebrated a first Sunday afternoon. It became the first class to graduate in its new athletic stadium.
Stunned Magic facing elimination tonight
Associated Press
May 24, 2010 in print edition on B5
Playing better may not save the Orlando Magic’s season. Playing harder just might.
Obama: LeBron, Bulls good fit
The Associated Press
May 24, 2010 in print edition on B5
If LeBron James isn’t sure he can win in Cleveland, President Barack Obama thinks there’s an opportunity with his hometown Chicago Bulls.
Giambi, Rockies hammer Greinke
The Associated Press
May 24, 2010 in print edition on B5
Jason Giambi took Zack Greinke deep, not much of a surprise given their history against each other. The rest of the Rockies battering the reigning AL Cy Young Award winner? That was a nice boost at the end of a road trip.
Seabury golfers on roll
Gibbs leads Seahawks to first-ever spot at state tournament
J-W Staff Reports
May 24, 2010 in print edition on B3
When the Seabury Academy boys golf team stamped its ticket to today’s Class 1A state tournament at Turkey Creek Golf Course in McPherson, it was due in no small part to the impact of senior Bill Gibbs.
Toddlers get OK for swim lessons
By Carla K. Johnson - Associated Press Writer
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A2
The nation’s largest pediatricians group is relaxing its stance against swimming lessons for children younger than 4.
Tabloid: Duchess offered access for cash
Associated Press
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A2
Duchess of York Sarah Ferguson said she was “very sorry” for her lapse of judgment after she was recorded apparently offering to sell access to her ex-husband Prince Andrew in return for $724,000.
Producer wanted for questioning in Mexico returns to U.S.
The Associated Press
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A8
A former “Survivor” producer is wanted for questioning in Mexico about his wife’s death.
U.S. in Afghanistan
By Khaleej Times
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A9
Yet another suicide attack in Kabul has left at least 19 dead. The attack comes on the eve of a critical new military operation in Kandahar aiming to strike at the nerve center of the insurgency. The U.S. hopes to thus deal a fatal blow in the campaign it has been conducting since 2001.
Planning decision stirs rural concern
One county commissioner wants to limit urban influence on panel
By Mark Fagan
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A3
Douglas County commissioners are preparing to appoint two people to the Lawrence-Douglas County Planning Commission, and one of the three elected officials is drawing a line in the sand.
A walk to remember
Baker president sends off class that arrived when she did
By Jimmy Gillispie
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A3
Baker University President Pat Long kept her keynote address short Sunday afternoon, and her message for the 2010 graduates was simple.
Regents consider honorary degrees
KU, K-State leaders back effort to give special recognition to notable people
By Scott Rothschild
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A1
A move to allow the awarding of honorary degrees at state universities is in the works.
Steam is no folly when removing tough wallpaper
By Linda Cottin
May 24, 2010
Removing wallpaper is seldom easy, but if chemical strippers are not doing the trick, renting a wallpaper steamer may be the answer to your stripping dilemma.
Please explain
Perhaps further explanation will ease public concerns about the new Community Improvement Districts, but we’re not so sure.
J-W editorials
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A9
Lawrence city commissioners were smart to delay consideration of their first request to form a special taxing district to benefit a development near 23rd Street and Ousdahl Road.
Trouble in Thailand
The Toronto Star
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A9
For days, Thailand’s army has been sniping at civilian democracy activists who have barricaded themselves in the heart of Bangkok demanding new elections. Dozens have died in the past few days. It is an appalling spectacle.
Michigan should face the music
In its response to NCAA’s misconduct allegations, UM would be wise to take responsibility
By Drew Sharp - Detroit Free Press
May 24, 2010 in print edition on B2
Michigan should fall on the NCAA disciplinary sword today. There will be greater pain in the embarrassment of a once shiny idol dimmed than with the self-imposed sanctions themselves, but such a course would permit the university, its alumni, its football program and its loyal fans to finally close this chapter and move forward.
With birth of sons, survivor’s will to live grows even stronger
By Allison Mason
May 24, 2010 in print edition on A3
Jamie Kelley is a husband, a father, a best friend, a hard worker, an outdoorsman, an adventurer and a survivor. He recently celebrated his seventh year in remission from leukemia — after being told in 2001 that he had just a 15 percent chance to live.
Blossoming education: KU’s Hilltop program to expand gardening, related curricula
By Terry Rombeck
May 24, 2010
These are the reasons why gardening with preschoolers is adorable. Taj Polonchek, 5, sits on the sidewalk near a bed of green plants barely poking out of the ground. Even a seasoned gardener might wonder which is a weed and which is a vegetable plant. Taj, with great confidence, pulls a tomato plant out of the dirt. He holds it up to his teacher. “Can I pick this one?” he says.
Lawrence chiropractor offers new body therapy
By Eileen Roddy
May 24, 2010
Do you suffer from allergies, headaches, depression, insomnia, backache or other physical and emotional ailments that keep you from functioning at full capacity? Do you feel generally stressed out and find your body, mind and spirit disconnected? If so, you might be interested in a therapy that’s created waves across five continents.
Nature’s medicine chest: Family, experts tout the health-giving, delectable elderberry
By Tom King
May 24, 2010
After managing the Herbs and Wellness departments during his 20-year tenure at Community Mercantile, 901 Iowa, herbalist Hal Sears is convinced of the health benefits of the elderberry.
Spraying on summer: New tanning options eliminate dangerous sun exposure
By Cathy Hamilton
May 24, 2010
The results of a recent survey by the American Academy of Dermatology reveals the majority of people still idolize the bronzed look of a tan despite wanting to protect themselves from skin cancer.
Become a sensation in print
By Caitlin Donnelly
May 24, 2010
Read on for some good looks for spring and summer. Experimenting with color is an entertaining way to indulge in warm-weather trends.
Maternity wardrobes can last past 40 weeks
The Associated Press
May 24, 2010
Much is made of the non-maternity clothes an expectant mother can wear during pregnancy — the wrap dresses, the leggings, the boxy shift dress-turned-tunic top — but some maternity clothes also do double duty once the baby is born, especially in the period not always affectionately dubbed “the fourth trimester.”
Lawrence elementary school lunches
May 24, 2010
Have a great summer!
Summer reading program dedicated to former librarian
By Chansi Long
May 24, 2010
Free food? Check. Prizes? Check. Street performers? Check. A three-month-long event, the library’s summer-reading program launches Tuesday and will be crammed with fun activities, including a yo-yo master, a dance group and loads of prizes for participants.
Cut costs on baby food
The Associated Press
May 24, 2010
Feeding a newborn can cost very little if you nurse, but the tab quickly rises if you ever use formula and it spirals as the child gets older and you start buying baby food.
Camp champion: Ticket vendor calls Clinton State Park home
May 24, 2010
A large acorn and redundancy helped bring Linda Dowding’s dream of traveling around the country as a work camper to fruition. She and her husband, Terry, are the ticket and license vendors at Clinton State Park. You’ll see them smiling at the booth, or sitting outside their 325-square-foot fifth-wheel RV in the early evening, drinking in the sights, smells and sounds of the 1,500-acre park.
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