Archive for Thursday, January 13, 2011

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Births
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On the street
Photo galleries
The day in photos, January 13, 2011 Lawrence High wrestling vs. Olathe Northwest
Podcasts
Polls
How many games will the Kansas football team win during the 2011 season?

Poll results

Response Percent
4
 
 21%
5
 
 20%
6
 
 19%
3
 
 12%
7
 
 7%
2
 
 6%
8 or more
 
 6%
1
 
 2%
0
 
 1%
Total 3258
Do you exercise less when the temperature is below freezing?

Poll results

Response Percent
Yes. It’s too cold to leave the couch.
 
 46%
No. I keep my regular routine.
 
 27%
Exercise? What is exercise?
 
 25%
Total 613
Videos

Lead stories

6:00 a.m.
Kansas forward Markieff Morris looks to push the ball up court after stealing it from Iowa State forward Melvin Ejim during the second half on Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2011 at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa. Versatile junior Marcus Morris a triple-threat for Jayhawks
By Tom Keegan
January 13, 2011 in print edition on 1B
This wasn’t the night to fret that Kansas University’s basketball team didn’t deliver a convincing enough knockout punch to demoralize Iowa State, not the night to wonder when KU would sparkle from beginning to end and look for 40 minutes like the third-ranked team in the nation.
10:00 a.m.
Kansas forward Markieff Morris looks to push the ball up court after stealing it from Iowa State forward Melvin Ejim during the second half on Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2011 at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa. State of State Address: Brownback says he will focus on economy
By Scott Rothschild
6:29 p.m., January 12, 2011 Updated 8:50 p.m. in print edition on 1A
In his first State of the State address, Brownback, a Republican who took office Monday, also called for further restrictions on abortion, and vowed to cut the size of state government.
2:00 p.m.
Former Kansas Governor Mark Parkinson Parkinson’s pardons in 1969 robbery case may reunite father and daughter after 40 years
By Shaun Hittle
12:37 p.m., January 12, 2011 Updated 11:03 a.m. in print edition on 1A
Jackie Johnson of Kansas City, Kan., hasn’t seen her father in 40 years.
6:00 p.m.
Rachelle Esperance, Lawrence, will always remember surviving the Haiti earthquake along with her 3-year-old son, Olivier. On the one-year anniversary of the earthquake, Jan. 12, 2011, the two look at a photograph of Esperance's father and Olivier's grandfather, Gerard Esperance, who lives in Haiti. The picture was taken when Gerard was in Lawrence for a visit in June. A year after devastating earthquake, Haiti still touches local lives
By Andy Hyland, Christine Metz, Karrey Britt
January 13, 2011 in print edition on 1A
On the one-year anniversary of the Haiti earthquake, a Lawrence resident and earthquake survivor fasted and prayed, a local nurse worked to gather medical supplies for a return visit, and a Kansas University student was in the country filming a documentary.

All stories

Higher education officials thankful for no more cuts under Brownback’s proposed budget
By Scott Rothschild
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A6
But Sherrer noted Brownback’s state budget recommendation released Thursday has a lot of moving parts for higher education, and that the regents would continue to analyze the details.
Report: David Beaty returning to KU football as assistant coach
By Matt Tait
06:30 p.m., January 13, 2011 Updated 06:40 p.m.
Former Kansas University football assistant David Beaty is returning to KU after a year away from the school, the Houston Chronicle is reporting.
Berry Plastics warehouse deal likely to require 90 percent tax abatement and cash incentives
By Chad Lawhorn
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A1
A deal to land a 675,000-square-foot Berry Plastics warehouse likely will require both a 90 percent tax abatement and upwards of $600,000 in cash incentives, according to new figures from Douglas County.
Traffic returns to normal after water main break on Sunnyside Avenue
By Chad Lawhorn
January 13, 2011
City crews on Thursday afternoon were responding to a water main break on Sunnyside Avenue between Indiana and Louisiana streets.
KU women’s basketball players team up with workers at Cottonwood Inc.
By Brenna Hawley
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A3
Kansas University women’s basketball players Krysten Boogaard and Angel Goodrich competed in a different way than they were used to on Thursday.
Brownback proposes using highway funds to prop up state budget
Associated Press
January 13, 2011
Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback is using $200 million in funds set aside for highway projects to prop up general government programs in his proposed budget.
Former Kansas agricultural official named to position with EPA
Associated Press
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A10
Josh Svaty, former Kansas secretary of agriculture, has been named to a position with the Environmental Protection Agency’s regional office in Kansas City, Kan.
Brownback proposes phasing out state funding for Kansas Arts Commission
Associated Press
January 13, 2011
Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback is proposing to phase out state tax funding for the arts.
Westar Energy to hold live chat on LJWorld.com about smart meters in Lawrence
Staff report
January 13, 2011
You’ve been asking, so Westar Energy is going to answer.
Day care sex assault trial to wrap up today
By George Diepenbrock
11:53 a.m., January 13, 2011 Updated 01:09 a.m. in print edition on A3
The state on Thursday morning finished presenting evidence in its case against a 68-year-old Douglas County man accused of molesting a 4-year-old girl at a rural Lawrence day-care center in the summer of 2009.Closing arguments are scheduled for 9 a.m. today in the trial of a 68-year-old Douglas County man accused of molesting a girl at a rural Lawrence day care in 2009.
Former KU basketball great Howard Engleman dies
J-W Staff Reports
January 13, 2011
Former Kansas University men’s basketball great Howard “Rope” Engleman died Wednesday in his hometown of Salina.
Town Talk: Berry Plastics incentive requests emerging; thoughts of summer weeds on a cold day; Heckler considering run for City Commission
By Chad Lawhorn
January 13, 2011
News and notes from around Lawrence and Douglas County.
Review: Little Big Planet 2
By Fred Rojas
11:00 a.m., January 13, 2011 Updated 11:00 a.m.
The sequel to the community-driven platformer adds even more customization and creativity.
Statehouse Live: Base state aid to Kansas schools drops under Brownback budget plan
By Scott Rothschild
09:05 a.m., January 13, 2011 Updated 05:20 p.m.
The major reason for the decrease is that Brownback does not recommend replacing expiring federal stimulus funds that have helped prop up education spending over the past two years.
Kassie Liebsch pleads guilty to wire fraud, faces up to 20 years in prison in KU ticket scandal
By Mark Fagan
08:47 a.m., January 13, 2011 Updated 02:26 p.m. in print edition on A1
Another former Kansas Athletic Department employee pleaded guilty Thursday in federal district court for her role in the KU ticket scandal.
Various Lawrence and Douglas County offices and businesses closing for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
By Brenna Hawley
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A7
Government offices and public services in Lawrence and Douglas County will be closed Monday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. All city and state offices will be closed.
First Bell: Crossing guard braves cold, as reporter laments ink; KU football coach Turner Gill to talk Friday at Dr. King event; leaders join Lawrence Schools Foundation
By Mark Fagan
January 13, 2011
Time for a chilly edition of First Bell, an early-morning rundown of news and other educational items involving schools in the area.
Heard on the Hill: KU musicians arrive in Germany; small degree program story sparks reactions (again); law school graduates suffering in recession, too
By Andy Hyland
January 13, 2011
Your daily dose of news, notes and links from around Kansas University.
Style Scout: Kanani Anela Warner
By Caitlin Donnelly
12:30 a.m., January 13, 2011 Updated 12:30 a.m.
What would you like to see less of in Lawrence? “Girls that can’t walk in their shoes.”
Style Scout: Joe Scholz
By Caitlin Donnelly
12:10 a.m., January 13, 2011 Updated 12:10 a.m.
People Say I Look Like… “I hate to admit it but I get a lot of Jack Black comparisons.”
Our town sports
January 13, 2011 in print edition on B2
A roundup of upcoming recreational sports opportunities around Douglas County.
A year after devastating earthquake, Haiti still touches local lives
By Andy Hyland, Christine Metz, Karrey Britt
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A1
On the one-year anniversary of the Haiti earthquake, a Lawrence resident and earthquake survivor fasted and prayed, a local nurse worked to gather medical supplies for a return visit, and a Kansas University student was in the country filming a documentary.
Kansas women’s basketball balanced in victory over Colorado
J-W Staff Reports
January 13, 2011 in print edition on B1
Three Kansas University players scored in double figures as the Jayhawks claimed a 68-58 victory over Colorado on Wednesday in their first Big 12 Conference road game of the season.
Double whammy: KU’s Marcus Morris erupts for 33 against Iowa State
By Gary Bedore
January 13, 2011 in print edition on B1
Marcus Morris, who exploded for a career-high 33 points and grabbed a career-best 13 rebounds in Kansas University’s Big 12 opener on Wednesday night, grinned when asked if he’s planning on similar production each and every night during the conference season.
LHS wrestlers make short work of Olathe Northwest Ravens
By Clark Goble
January 13, 2011 in print edition on B1
After the first period, junior Reece Wright-Conklin walked over to Lawrence High wrestling coach Pat Naughton and told him that he needed to end his match quickly.
Overland Park man reports stolen car in 1400 block of Kentucky Street
Staff reports
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A4
A 61-year-old Overland Park man reported to Lawrence police Monday that someone had stolen his 1998 Volvo four-door car, plus 200 compact discs and tools, worth a total of $6,600, sometime around 3 p.m. Monday from the 1400 block of Kentucky Street.
Versatile junior Marcus Morris a triple-threat for Jayhawks
By Tom Keegan
January 13, 2011 in print edition on B1
This wasn’t the night to fret that Kansas University’s basketball team didn’t deliver a convincing enough knockout punch to demoralize Iowa State, not the night to wonder when KU would sparkle from beginning to end and look for 40 minutes like the third-ranked team in the nation.
Pump patrol
Staff report
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A4
The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $2.97 at several stations.
David Dennis elected Kansas State Board of Education chairman
Associated Press
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A4
After two days of debate and six ballots, the Kansas State Board of Education finally has its new chairman.
Lawrence man’s car hits propane gas line west of town after driving too fast for conditions
Staff report
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A4
Douglas County Sheriff’s officers said a 26-year-old rural Lawrence man was driving too fast for conditions Tuesday night when his car struck a propane gas line west of Lawrence.
Subfreezing temperatures don’t deter dedicated crossing guards at Lawrence schools
By Mark Fagan
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A3
So your teeth chatter while warming up the car this morning, or you’re shivering while walking the kids to the bus stop. Now try standing in Frank Day’s shoes — or boots, galoshes or other moderately warm footwear donned by the city’s crew of weather-resistant crossing guards.
Proud progressive
Bob Rollins, Lawrence
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A6
So Rep. Anthony Brown thinks Lawrence and KU are not widely respected because we’re “too liberal.” News flash, Jack. You right-wingers don’t rate high on our respect meter either.
All figured out
Tom Shewmon, Lawrence
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A6
The story you carried in the Jan. 8 Lawrence Journal World, “Arizona shooting targets U.S. congresswoman, kills 6” showcased better than ever the unhinged far-left contingent that swarms your online discussion forum.
Get past words
William Skepnek, Lawrence
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A6
The Republican Party chose a new chairman. Six or so candidates seated behind a long table were serially asked who, other than Ronald Reagan, they most admired. The answers were interesting, but not the point. What did the question presume? That their sentiments were unanimous or that none had the courage to say anything else?
Brown’s district
Margretta de Vries, Lawrence
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A6
State Rep. Anthony Brown insulted part of his own district last week.
Chad Christie files paperwork for Baldwin City school board
By Mark Fagan
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A2
Another candidate has entered the race for Baldwin City school board.
Poor example
J-W Editorials
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A6
Lawrence provides a poor model for other Kansas cities seeking business and industrial development.
Kansas Bioscience Authority provides startup funds to Plastikon
Staff report
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A2
Kansas Bioscience Authority is providing extra incentive for Plastikon to bring a manufacturing facility to Lawrence.
Jayhawks in the NBA
January 13, 2011 in print edition on B2
Here is a look at how former Jayhawks fared in NBA action on Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2011.
Big 12 men’s basketball roundup: Colorado stuns Kansas St.
The Associated Press
January 13, 2011 in print edition on B2
Levi Knutson scored 20 points, Alec Burks added 12, and Colorado beat a ranked team on the road for the first time in 14 years with a victory over Kansas State on Wednesday night.
40 years ago: Lawrence ice skaters enjoy good conditions in town, on campus
By Sarah St. John
January 13, 2011
Potter Lake at Kansas University continued to remain safe for skating with a five-inch thickness of solid ice.
25 years ago: Returning KU student finds live bat in dorm room
By Sarah St. John
January 13, 2011
Some of the students returning to Kansas University after their break found surprising developments in their living quarters.
100 years ago: State health official insists on sanitary conditions at barber shops
By Sarah St. John
January 13, 2011
“It is generally believed that some barbers are not closely following the provisions of the sanitary enactment and that a rigid enforcement of this measure will be followed by a hike in the price of hair cuts.”
Emporia State University launches “Empowered by E” marketing program
Associated Press
January 13, 2011
Emporia State University has launched a marketing campaign to create a positive image of its eastern Kansas campus and academic programs.
Saline County man gets 9 years in prison for drug trafficking
Associated Press
January 13, 2011
A central Kansas man has been sentenced to nine years in federal prison for drug trafficking in Salina.
Republican convention picks Bob Montgomery for Kansas House
Associated Press
January 13, 2011
A Republican convention has chosen an Olathe City Councilman to represent Johnson County’s 26th in the Kansas House.
A&E’s ‘Scared Straight’ has new setting, audience
Kevin McDonough - United Feature
January 13, 2011
Just when you think “Cops” may be the granddaddy of documentary-style reality television comes “Beyond Scared Straight” (9 p.m., A&E), a new series based on an Academy Award-winning film with more sequels than “Rocky.”
Horoscope for Jan. 13
Jacqueline Bigar - King Features
January 13, 2011
This year, you see life from a renewed and invigorated position. Understanding evolves as you go within and transform your reactions. If you are single, you could meet a very interesting person this summer. If you are attached, the two of you could start acting like newlyweds this summer. Enjoy. Taurus enjoys life. Learn from him or her.
Report: Kansas farmers seed more acres into winter wheat
ROXANA HEGEMAN, Associated Press
January 13, 2011
Buoyed by higher prices and an early harvest of other crops, the nation’s farmers planted far more of their land in winter wheat crops than a year ago, according to a government report issued Wednesday.
Salina police rule man’s death a homicide
Associated Press
January 13, 2011
Salina police are investigating a man’s beating death as a homicide.
Tucson shooting not driven by politics
Charles Krauthammer
January 13, 2011 in print edition on A6
The charge: The Tucson massacre is a consequence of the “climate of hate” created by Sarah Palin, the tea party, Glenn Beck, Obamacare opponents and sundry other liberal betes noires. The verdict: Rarely in American political discourse has there been a charge so reckless, so scurrilous, and so unsupported by evidence.
Iowa State Cyclones awed by Morris twins
By Jesse Newell
January 13, 2011 in print edition on B3
After watching Kansas University forwards Marcus and Markieff Morris in Wednesday’s 84-79 KU victory, Iowa State forward Jamie Vanderbeken was ready to make a bold statement.
KU hoops notebook: Mario Little scores eight in return
Tyshawn Taylor up for Bob Cousy Award
By Gary Bedore
January 13, 2011 in print edition on B3
Kansas University senior guard/forward Mario Little scored eight points off 3-of-8 shooting and grabbed four rebounds while playing 19 minutes.
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