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Are you excited that all lanes on I-70 east of Lawrence are scheduled to reopen this week?

Poll results

Response Percent
I only drive on I-70 occasionally, but I’m still happy about it
 
 51%
Very excited — I drive on I-70 often, so this is wonderful news
 
 28%
I never use I-70, so the construction hasn’t affected me
 
 19%
Total 670
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12:00 a.m.
Darin Brunin films a tornado on April 26, 2009, in Roll, Okla. Brunin got to follow his passion recently, working for the Discovery Channel show "Storm Chasers" and helping produce an IMAX movie called "Tornado Alley." Kansas storm chaser’s adventurous life ruled by the wind
By Brenna Hawley
November 8, 2010
Brunin, a 26-year-old Lawrence resident, is an avid storm chaser and has seen countless other tornadoes. This summer, he got to follow his passion for three months, working for the Discovery Channel television show “Storm Chasers” and helping produce an IMAX movie called “Tornado Alley.”
6:00 a.m.
Traffic enters and exits the eastern end of the South Lawrence Trafficway near what is approximately 35th and Iowa Street. A federal judge upheld the Federal Highway Administration’s decision to align the South Lawrence Trafficway along 32nd Street and not south of the Baker Wetlands. Federal judge upholds decision to build South Lawrence Trafficway along 32nd Street; opponents promise appeal
By Christine Metz
4:52 p.m., November 8, 2010 Updated 6:41 p.m.
A judge has upheld the Federal Highway Administration’s decision to align the South Lawrence Trafficway along 32nd Street, as opposed to a route that would take the road south of the Baker Wetlands.
10:00 a.m.
Dillons’ parent company, Kroger, plans to raze its current 1960s-era store at 1740 Mass. and replace it with a cutting-edge grocery that should be open by the end of 2011. Community meets at Central Junior High about proposed Dillons expansion
By Brenna Hawley
6:30 p.m., November 8, 2010 Updated 8:33 p.m. in print edition on 1A
Traffic congestion on New Hampshire Street was a main concern that community members brought to Dillons representatives Monday evening in a meeting that revealed a plan for the new store on Massachusetts Street.

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Retail Task Force asking Lawrence Chamber of Commerce for more proactive approach to retail development
By Chad Lawhorn
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A3
A city-appointed task force working to boost Lawrence’s retail industry said Tuesday that the community needs an organization that more actively promotes retail development. Members of the city’s Retail Task Force largely settled on the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce as the group most likely to fill that role.
Kansas schools facing $50 million budget shortfall
Further cuts could be required if federal money is not replaced
By Scott Rothschild
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A1
Education officials on Tuesday said more budget cuts are possible this school year because of the state’s continued fiscal problems, and even deeper cuts could follow that because of the loss of federal stimulus dollars.
Wildlife and parks crews set fire to dead plant material around Douglas County Lake to promote new growth
By Christine Metz
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A3
Tuesday morning, Brad Rueschhoff walked along the perimeter of the woods near Douglas County Lake torching blankets of dead leaves as he went.
Lawrence Arts Center welcomes teens for ‘Spring Awakening’ project
By Mark Fagan
05:07 p.m., November 9, 2010 Updated 07:49 p.m.
Lawrence teens will be expected to do more than act when it comes to grappling with difficult issues and addressing real-life problems, as part of a grant-financed project at the Lawrence Arts Center.
Students tackle tricky terrain at KU engineering’s annual design competition
By Joe Preiner
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A7
Some things ran smoothly Tuesday in Eaton Hall on Kansas University’s campus. Others, not so much.
KU Hospital revenues increase 7 percent in last fiscal year
By Andy Hyland
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A5
Kansas University Hospital’s revenue totals were up 7 percent during the year ending June 30, according to figures released by the hospital on Tuesday.
Marine Corps to celebrate birthday Wednesday morning at Dole Institute of Politics
By George Diepenbrock
November 9, 2010
The 235th birthday celebration of the founding of the U.S. Marine Corps will be at 10:30 a.m. todayWednesday at the Dole Institute of Politics, 2350 Petefish Drive, on Kansas University’s West Campus.
Town Talk: Downtown Christmas parade set; voter turnout totals; new no parking requests considered
By Chad Lawhorn
November 9, 2010
News and notes from around Lawrence and Douglas County:
I-70 east of Lawrence scheduled to return to two lanes each direction Thursday
By Christine Metz
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A1
Traffic along Interstate 70 just east of Lawrence will return to two lanes in each direction this week — giving commuters something to celebrate.
School district officials award Ann Lounsbury title of 2010-2011 Lawrence Master Teacher
By Mark Fagan
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A1
Lawrence public schools officials have named Ann Lounsbury, an 11-year educator at Kennedy School, as the district’s 2010-2011 Lawrence Master Teacher.
Statehouse Live: Attempt to repeal state sales tax increase in the works
By Scott Rothschild
02:32 p.m., November 9, 2010 Updated 04:17 p.m.
State Rep. Owen Donohoe, R-Shawnee, is contacting his fellow Republican House members to gauge their thoughts on what they want to do when the legislative session starts in January.
Oskaloosa girl draws top prize in seat belt poster contest
By Mark Fagan
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A7
An Oskaloosa girl who attends Lawrence Virtual School creates a contest-winning poster encouraging drivers and passengers statewide to buckle up.
A time to honor veterans
U.S. Sen.-elect Jerry Moran
November 9, 2010
The past few months in Kansas and across the country we witnessed campaign season in full swing. If the amount of yard signs and television commercials were any indication, in Kansas these campaigns were more intense than ever before.
SUV pursued in chase down Sixth Street
Staff reports
01:51 a.m., November 9, 2010 Updated 07:33 a.m.
Police pursued a red SUV through Lawrence and westbound on Sixth Street early Tuesday morning.
Lawrence school district could borrow up to $113 million for building improvements without tax increase, leaders learn
By Mark Fagan
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A3
Members of the Lawrence school board don’t yet know what upgrades they’ll want to make to elementary schools in the coming years, but at least now they understand that a tax increase likely won’t be part of the calculations.
25 years ago: KU basketball season began with a win over the Czechoslovakian national team
By Sarah St. John
November 9, 2010
Basketball season had once again begun at Kansas University. The Jayhawks, cheered on by 11,000 fans, had won 83-69 over the Czechoslovakian national team in Allen Fieldhouse.
40 years ago: Outburst by Jerry Rubin on the David Frost show under investigation
By Sarah St. John
November 9, 2010
Officials at the 313th Tactical Airlift Wing stationed at Forbes Air Force Base announced new low-level flying routes over eastern Kansas, including Lawrence.
100 years ago: Democrats sweep 1910 elections
By Sarah St. John
November 9, 2010
A Democratic landslide similar to that overtaking the country when Cleveland defeated Harrison is reported from every section.
Residents flee Indonesian volcano with fears of eruption
Sarah DiLorenzo - Associated Press
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A6
Trains, buses and rented autos were crammed with Indonesians leaving a bustling, ash-choked city of 400,000 at the foot of Mount Merapi, which roared again Monday with explosions of volcanic gas and debris.
Reports: Dan Hawkins out as football coach at Colorado
J-W Staff Reports
November 9, 2010 in print edition on B2
Multiple reports said Monday night that Dan Hawkins is out as Colorado University football coach.
Dallas Cowboys need a much bigger change
November 9, 2010 in print edition on B2
The Dallas Cowboys’ master salesman and eternal optimist was off his game Monday afternoon. Jerry Jones, for once, looked like he wanted to be anywhere but in front of cameras and notepads.
1-win Cowboys fire coach Wade Phillips
The Associated Press
November 9, 2010 in print edition on B2
Jerry Jones never wanted to change coaches this season. As the blowout losses mounted, and Wade Phillips’ defense was mostly to blame, the owner-general manager of the Dallas Cowboys had no choice.
Michigan representative is a freshman, not a rookie
By Cal Thomas - Tribune Media Services
November 9, 2010
Rep.-elect Bill Huizenga, is a freshman Republican congressman who will assume the seat held for 18 years by Rep. Peter Hoekstra. Their Western Michigan district is mostly Republican, white, and Protestant.
Nebraska’s Bo Pelini expects QB Taylor Martinez to start vs. KU
The Associated Press
November 9, 2010 in print edition on B2
Nebraska coach Bo Pelini says he expects Taylor Martinez to be the starting quarterback against Kansas this week.
Is that really Markieff Morris?
By Tom Keegan
November 9, 2010
A couple of dribbles toward the post, then, wham, with lightning-quick footwork, next thing you know, he’s shooting and making a turn-around jumper against Washburn in last week’s exhibition opener.
KU’s Josh Selby still waiting for word on eligibility
By Gary Bedore
November 9, 2010
KU coach Bill Self said he “wouldn’t be shocked, but would be surprised,” if he heard word (from the NCAA) about freshman Josh Selby’s eligibility by Friday’s 7 p.m., season-opener against Longwood.
Getting up to speed: Still without Josh Selby, KU coach Bill Self challenging Elijah Johnson
By Gary Bedore
November 9, 2010
Kansas University basketball coach Bill Self, who is known to mix and match all sorts of combinations at practice, recently played lightning-quick Josh Selby, Elijah Johnson and Tyshawn Taylor on the same team — at the same time.
Chiefs RB Jamaal Charles’ carries curiously limited vs. Oakland Raiders
Doug Tucker, The Associated Press
November 9, 2010 in print edition on B4
Simple math says the Kansas City Chiefs misused Jamaal Charles in a 23-20 overtime loss to Oakland that cost them an opportunity to seize control of the AFC West.
Big 12 South up for grabs
The Associated Press
November 9, 2010 in print edition on B5
The only thing that’s ever been close to certain in the Big 12 is that, by the end of November, either Oklahoma or Texas would emerge atop the South division.
Last major cattle drive through Kansas Flint Hills
BECKY TANNER, The Wichita Eagle
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A10
Slowly, over the horizon, the last cattle drive slips into sight. There are no thundering hoofbeats. The sound is almost a whisper, like a gentle stirring of the wind.
Defense comes through in Steelers’ 27-21 win over Bengals
The Associated Press
November 9, 2010 in print edition on B4
At the end of a night full of foibles, tricks and missed chances, the Pittsburgh Steelers turned to their one constant to finish it off.
Man in rollover accident on U.S. Highway 40 listed in fair condition
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A4
Elbert Davis Jr., a 20-year-old Lawrence man, was listed in fair condition Monday at Stormont-Vail Regional Health Center in Topeka after he was injured Saturday night in a one-vehicle rollover accident on U.S. Highway 40 about two miles east of the Douglas County-Shawnee County line.
Lawrence woman reports theft of mo-ped in 1500 block of West 23rd Street
Staff report
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A4
A 49-year-old Lawrence woman reported to Lawrence police Sunday morning that her black mo-ped valued at $1,000 was taken from the 1500 block of West 23rd Street.
Wachovia Bank alerts Lawrence man of $8,400 worth of possible fraudulent charges
Staff report
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A4
According to a Lawrence police report made Wednesday, Wachovia Bank alerted a 48-year-old Lawrence man of $8,400 of possible fraudulent charges made on his account.
Lawrence woman reports stolen purse, items
Staff report
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A4
A 58-year-old Lawrence woman reported to police Thursday evening that her purse and items valued at $2,691, including prescription sunglasses and a hearing aid, were stolen sometime between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. Nov. 2.
I-70, K-7 interchange to reopen Wednesday
Staff reports
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A5
The interchange at Interstate 70 and Kansas Highway 7 is expected to reopen before rush hour Wednesday morning.
Gulf oil spill panel: Saving money didn’t trump safety
By Seth Borenstein and Dina Cappiello - Associated Press
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A5
The BP oil rig explosion and spill wasn’t about anyone purposely trading money for safety, investigators on a special presidential commission said Monday.
Reports: Hawkins out at Colorado
The Associated Press
November 9, 2010 in print edition on B2
Multiple reports said Monday night that Dan Hawkins is out as Colorado University football coach.
U.S. deals recast India as agent for job growth
Erika Kinetz - Associated Press
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A6
Indian and U.S. companies have discussed or signed over $14.9 billion in deals around President Barack Obama’s trip that will support 53,670 U.S. jobs, the White House said.
Obama hopes India finds ‘rightful place’
Ben Feller - Associated Press
November 9, 2010
Deepening America’s stake in Asian power politics, President Barack Obama on Monday endorsed India’s bid to become a permanent member of the U.N. Security Council.
Common ground
By Dennis Stauffer - Lawrence
November 9, 2010
When I was teaching high school history and government from 1977 to 2003, I liked telling my students, as my college professors had told me, how similar U.S. political parties were.
Fayyad’s focus: Palestinian statehood
By Trudy Rubin - The Philadelphia Inquirer
November 9, 2010
Serious efforts to revive Israeli-Palestinian peace talks have been on hold until after the U.S. elections. Both sides thought President Obama couldn’t focus on the peace process until then, although people here are debating whether he will engage more deeply after his party’s electoral losses.
Transition team
Gov.-elect Sam Brownback’s selections for his transition team may reflect an interest in reaching out to moderate Republican legislators.
J-W editorials
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A7
Former state legislator Kenny Wilk is a good choice to lead Gov.-elect Sam Brownback’s transition team. Wilk brings a strong reputation for skill, integrity and vision to this important job.
Oil Alternatives: Healthy options in place of canola
By Sarah Henning
November 9, 2010
In the world of cooking oil, two kinds seem to be king: Generic vegetable and extra virgin olive.
Kansas National Guard Hall of Fame inducts 2 men
Associated Press
November 9, 2010
Two men with long and distinguished careers in the Kansas National Guard have been inducted into the Guard’s Hall of Fame.
Restoration of historic mausoleums in Topeka nearly done
Associated Press
November 9, 2010
A project to restore three historic mausoleums at a Topeka cemetery is nearly complete.
Delegation from Kansas State University visiting Iraq
Associated Press
November 9, 2010
The president of Kansas State University is one of four university representatives visiting troops in Iraq.
Former owners of US Fidelis settle with 11 states including Kansas
Associated Press
November 9, 2010
The former owners of a suburban St. Louis company that was once among the nation’s top marketers of auto service contracts have reached a settlement with 11 states that bars them from telemarketing or selling in those states.
Cotton crop’s future in Kansas looks healthy
Associated Press
November 9, 2010
After a few years of mostly negative news, a bountiful crop and high prices are making Kansas farmers who gambled on cotton optimistic that more acres of the crop will be planted in the future.
K-State using webcams to improve reading fluency
Associated Press
November 9, 2010
Kansas State University researchers are finding success using webcams to improve the reading fluency of elementary school students.
Author headlines Veterans Day program at Eisenhower library in Abilene
Associated Press
November 9, 2010
The Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum will host author and World War II veteran Jim Sharp for its Veterans Day program this week.a
Gill: Nebraska game isn’t any different
By Matt Tait
November 9, 2010 in print edition on B1
The first question came Sunday night, barely 24 hours after Kansas University football coach Turner Gill and the Jayhawks delivered a record-setting comeback in a victory against Colorado.
Next house speaker John Boehner earning ‘weeper’-in-waiting label
Nancy Benac - Associated Press
November 9, 2010 in print edition on A6
Got hankies? The next speaker is a weeper.
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