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12:00 a.m.
Lawrence sculptor Elden Tefft applies coats of wax to "Sandy the Sandrat" in his studio May 19, 2011. North Lawrence residents who consider themselves "sandrats" were looking for a mascot, and Tefft sketched out Sandy. The annual sandrat reunion in North Lawrence is June 4, and attendees can get an early look at the sculpture in progress. Sculptor Elden Tefft creating bronze ‘sandrat’ for residents of North Lawrence
By Andy Hyland
May 31, 2011 in print edition on 1A
As North Lawrencians from across the country reunite again this year to celebrate their history and to catch up with each other, they’ll have something else to celebrate. Elden Tefft, a Lawrence bronze sculptor, is creating a 3-foot “sandrat” to commemorate the traditions and people of North Lawrence.
6:00 a.m.
Westbound traffic entering Kansas Highway 10 from Iowa Street Monday, Nov. 8, 2010 near the bridge for the South Lawrence Trafficway proposed extension. KDOT commits $192 million to complete South Lawrence Trafficway
By Chad Lawhorn
11:02 a.m., June 3, 2011 Updated 5:33 p.m. in print edition on 1A
The Kansas Department of Transportation announced Friday morning that the state has committed $192 million to complete the South Lawrence Trafficway project.
9:30 a.m.
Jake Delatorre, 14, watches the Kansas River flood Burcham Park Friday, June 3, 2011. The park was closed at 4 p.m. Thursday. The Kansas River reached flood stage in Lawrence Friday morning, but the water level is expected to decline tonight or Saturday morning, according to officials at Douglas County Emergency Management. Kansas River now below flood stage
By Shaun Hittle
12:00 a.m., June 4, 2011 Updated 1:58 p.m. in print edition on 1A
The flood warning for the Kansas River in Lawrence has expired after being in effect all day Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
1:00 p.m.
Giving each other a big hug, McClouth seniors Kayle Blevins 16, left, and Katy Taylor 16, console each other as the town of McClouth mourned on Thursday, June 2, 2011, at the McLouth United Methodist Church. The community was honoring Justin Johnston, a McClouth junior who was shot and killed on a school trip to Costa Rica. Shooting of McLouth student in Costa Rica gives some Lawrence parents pause
By Shaun Hittle
June 3, 2011 in print edition on 2A
Lora Schneider’s son Jackson, a Free State sophomore, was on his way back from an educational tour in Washington, D.C., when she heard about the death of a McLouth student in Costa Rica.
4:30 p.m.
Haskell Indian Nations University campus entrance Chris Redman named president of Haskell Indian Nations University
By Shaun Hittle
1:45 p.m., June 3, 2011 Updated 3:44 p.m. in print edition on 1A
Bureau of Indian Education Director Keith Moore has selected Chris Redman as the new president of Haskell Indian Nations University.
7:00 p.m.
Gov. Sam Brownback speaks at the Statehouse in Topeka March 11, 2011. Democrats call Brownback ‘disingenuous’ in touting highway projects
By Scott Rothschild
June 3, 2011 in print edition on 1A
Gov. Sam Brownback criss-crossed the state this week announcing more than $1.8 billion in major highway projects, including the South Lawrence Trafficway in Lawrence. And that has Democrats crying foul because Brownback, a Republican, opposed the increase in the state sales tax rate to fund the state’s comprehensive transportation program.

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City Commission agenda for June 7, 2011
Massachusetts Street may close for hot-rod car show in October
By Chad Lawhorn
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A6
City commissioners will decide whether to close a portion of Massachusetts Street to accommodate a hot-rod car show.
Cook-off a meaty proposition for barbecue lovers
By Shawn Linenberger
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A6
A group of Jayhawk enthusiasts started their barbecue hobby at a Lawrence-area church cook-off a few years ago.
Lawrence Public Library hoping to boost number of readers as it kicks off its summer program
By Chris Hong
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A3
Lawrence Public Library kicked off its One World, Many Stories summer reading program Saturday morning with free pancakes and arts and crafts.
Re-enactments at Battle of Black Jack site show history ‘beyond the book’
Kyle Davis
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A3
Shane Seley has been what he calls “wearing the funny clothes” for almost 35 years now.
U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran stresses value of local public service during talk at Kansas Lions convention
By Shaun Hittle
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A3
The Kansas Lions welcomed one of their more politically distinguished members at a luncheon Saturday at their 90th Annual Convention.
Kansas Aviation Youth Camp offers students an inside look at industry
By Chris Hong
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A3
Rick Bryant wanted to give Kansas students a chance to learn about career opportunities in a multibillion-dollar state industry.
Protesters want release of WikiLeaks suspect
Associated Press
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A12
About 250 people rallied at Fort Leavenworth to support an Army private accused of leaking classified military information to the WikiLeaks website.
Human toll of deadly tornado cuts deep in Joplin
Associated Press
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A9
They were regular churchgoers, devoted parents, seniors in their retirement years and children with untold promise.
Dodge City remembers star of ‘Gunsmoke’
Associated Press
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A9
Jody Singer got to do something most people never get to do. She became friends with her childhood hero, U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon, from the timeless television show “Gunsmoke.”
Moderation wanes in Kansas as Brownback off to fast start
John Hanna - Associated Press
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A10
For decades in Kansas, a delicate political balance kept the state on a moderate path even as other states in the region turned to the right. Conservatives could cut taxes in flush times
Around and about in local business
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A8
ComfortCare Homes of Baldwin City, located just east of Baker University at 232 Elm St., opened Wednesday.
Mortgages
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A8
The Douglas County register of deeds recorded 49 mortgages in the weekly period ended Thursday.
Wheel Genius: Road work planned this week
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A8
Road work planned for the week of June 5
McLouth High students, sponsors return early from Costa Rica following death of MHS student
June 4, 2011
McLouth High School students and district sponsors returned safely Friday evening from their Spanish Club’s trip to Costa Rica, the McLouth school district announced in a release Saturday
Vantz Singletary hired as new KU linebackers coach
By Matt Tait
01:28 a.m., June 4, 2011 Updated 01:28 a.m. in print edition on B1
His uncle’s eyes are some of the most famous ever to play linebacker. Now, future Kansas University football players who line up at that position for the Jayhawks will be tutored by a man who has looked into those eyes many times. Friday, KU coach Turner Gill announced that Vantz Singletary, the nephew of Hall-of-Famer, Mike Singletary, would join the Jayhawks’ coaching staff as the new linebackers coach.
Pump Patrol
Staff Reports
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A5
The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $3.69 at Phillips 66, Ninth and Louisiana streets.
Charges filed against man subdued by Taser May 21
By George Diepenbrock
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A5
Douglas County prosecutors have filed three charges against a 32-year-old Lawrence man who police had to use a Taser to subdue during a disturbance downtown early May 21.
Military news for June 4, 2011
By Schnette Hollins
June 4, 2011
Army Reserve Spec. Mollie M. Athon, the daughter of Dan and Donna Osborne, Tonganoxie, has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla.
Club news for June 4, 2011
By Schnette Hollins
June 4, 2011
The Wednesday Afternoon Duplicate Bridge Club’s game on May 18 was directed by Chris Lane.
Scouting news for June 4, 2011
By Schnette Hollins
June 4, 2011
Maintenance to help clear brush along numerous trails at Hidden Valley will be from 8 a.m. to noon today.
Around and About for June 4, 2011
By Schnette Hollins
June 4, 2011
Emporia State University announces the 2010-11 scholarship recipients with the allocation of awards at $2,025,625.
Kansas River now below flood stage
Water subsided Friday evening
By Shaun Hittle
12:00 a.m., June 4, 2011 Updated 01:58 p.m. in print edition on A1
The flood warning for the Kansas River in Lawrence has expired after being in effect all day Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
Scoring forecast: Ben McLemore, Thomas Robinson, Tyshawn Taylor candidates to lead KU basketball team
By Tom Keegan
June 4, 2011 in print edition on B1
Trying to forecast which player will lead one of Bill Self’s teams in scoring often presents a challenge.
Royals pitcher Danny Duffy still winless
Associated Press
June 4, 2011
Danny Duffy is still looking for his first big league victory after four starts.
NBA commentary: More hate for Heat over premature celebration
Mike Berardino, Sun Sentinel
June 4, 2011 in print edition on B7
Nobody does premature jubilation like the Heat.
Mavs return to Dallas full of life and energy
Eddie Sefko, The Dallas Morning News
June 4, 2011 in print edition on B7
If the Dallas Mavericks are honest, they know it took nothing short of a basketball miracle to avoid a 2-0 deficit in the NBA Finals.
At French, Federer ends Djokovic’s streak
Associated Press
June 4, 2011 in print edition on B2
Dusk was descending, wind was swirling and full-throated chants of “Ro-ger! Ro-ger!” from 15,000 or so fans finally were hushing as Roger Federer stepped to the baseline to serve — one point from returning to the French Open final and one point from ending Novak Djokovic’s 43-match winning streak.
Gale Sayers challenges NFL players
Former Kansas running back wants help for retirees
Associated Press
June 4, 2011 in print edition on B2
Gale Sayers sent a stern message to NFL players, challenging them to help those who paved the way.
Shaq officially announces retirement
Associated Press
June 4, 2011 in print edition on B2
Shaquille O’Neal changed from his gray T-shirt and sweat pants into a three-piece suit, then walked by some of the souvenirs he accrued during his NBA days for the final time as an active player.
KU center Jeff Withey back in U.S.
By Gary Bedore
June 4, 2011 in print edition on B1
Jeff Withey and Jordan Juenemann, who had just returned to the United States after a 20-hour travel day, weren’t too tired to work as counselors Friday night at Bill Self’s parent-child basketball camp.
Greg Biffle hopes for success at Kansas Speedway
Associated Press
June 4, 2011
Kansas Speedway might be the best place for Greg Biffle to cool off after an extremely hot and miserable weekend in Charlotte.
KU medical school should match hospital’s excellence
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A3
Several weeks ago, Gov. Sam Brownback made it clear he wants the Kansas University School of Medicine to improve its national ranking. This was one of his concerns when campaigning for the governorship, and it continues to be one of his priorities.
Drug war failure
Artur Bagyants, Lawrence
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A8
To the editor: President Obama should heed the report by the Global Commission on Drug Policy that declares the War on Drugs to be a failure.
Slash and Burn
Curtis D. Bennett, Lawrence
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A8
To the editor: Our meretricious Gov. Brownback has taken the Republican “weed-whacker” approach in his “slash and burn” technique to get attention and eliminate programs using his line-item veto, including $689,000 funding for the Kansas Arts Commission.
Arts support
Jim McCrary, Lawrence
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A8
To the editor: The really bad part about Brownback cutting the $600K Kansas Arts Commission budget, is not the loss of “art” but where that money will be spent. Will it go to help seniors or special needs kids or provide health care for women? No. Will it go to promote space tourism, one of the gov’s favorites? Yes. Will it go as subsidies (welfare) to ethanol farmers? Yes.
Blackmail acceptable to curb federal spending
Charles Krauthammer
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A8
As the sun rises in the east, the debt ceiling will be raised. Getting there, however, will be harrowing. Which is a good thing.
Big 12 giving more money to have-nots
Associated Press
June 4, 2011 in print edition on B1
The Big 12’s lower-revenue schools walked out of the conference meetings Friday with a multimillion dollar pay raise.
Will Heat collapse carry over to Big D?
Associated Press
June 4, 2011 in print edition on B7
Dwyane Wade knows in the NBA Finals, collapses can carry over.
Horoscopes for June 4
June 4, 2011
This year, you will land like a cat with nine lives. Don’t worry — you won’t go through your nine lives either! During 2012 you will begin a new life cycle. If you are single, check out new suitors carefully. If you are attached, the two of you bond more strongly if you schedule more getaways together. Cancer helps you spend money!
Discovery recalls the ‘longest day’
Kevin McDonough
June 4, 2011
On the 67th anniversary of Operation Overlord, “Surviving D-Day” (8 p.m., Discovery) recalls the Allied invasion of the Normandy coast that changed the course of the World War II.
Planning ahead
Ruth Hull, Lawrence
June 4, 2011 in print edition on A8
To the editor: 1. Kansas Rep. Pete DeGraaf says we need to plan ahead and that he has lots of things he plans ahead for. And he’s against Planned Parenthood?
25 years ago: Lawrence Boys’ Club welcomes girls, too
By Sarah St. John
June 4, 2011
A big change came to a local organization.
40 years ago: Large bequest to fund KU scholarships
By Sarah St. John
June 4, 2011
The gift had been received from the estate of Wichita oilman James Davis Jr.
100 years ago: City schoolchildren celebrate end of year with ‘Speaking Day’
By Sarah St. John
June 4, 2011
“This is the last day of school. The long summer vacation begins tomorrow for Lawrence kiddies.”
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