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12:00 a.m.
A family of foxes looks out from a pile of stones in downtown Lecompton, where the foxes have taken up residency. The foxes were first seen there around Easter. Family of foxes takes up home near Lecompton Historical Society
By Brenna Hawley
May 9, 2011 in print edition on 1A
A new family of seven has taken up residence near the Lecompton Historical Society. Their home is made of stone, which provides comfortable shelter. Most evenings, the children come out to play.
6:00 a.m.
Seat backs await fans at Allen Fieldhouse before the Kansas Jayhawks' home opener against the Longwood Lancers Nov. 12, 2010. Kansas Athletics collects insurance on theft claim in ticket scandal
By Mark Fagan
May 10, 2011 in print edition on 1A
Kansas Athletics Inc. has recovered nearly $340,000 in losses from a tickets scandal that cost the department at least $2 million.
10:00 a.m.
KT Walsh of the Percolator art collective in Lawrence on Thursday, Feb. 10, 2011 displays her "John Brown" puppet during rally protesting elimination of the Kansas Arts Commission. Brownback administration lays off Kansas Arts Commission employees
By Scott Rothschild
7:44 p.m., May 10, 2011 Updated 9:42 a.m. in print edition on 1A
Earlier in the legislative session, Brownback proposed abolishing the commission, but the Legislature rejected the move.
2:00 p.m.
Lawrence resident Jason Anderson heads back to his golf cart after finishing the first hole at Eagle Bend Golf Course Tuesday, May 10, 2011. Cart fees at Eagle Bend are one of the top ten revenue-generating fees imposed by the city, according to a report released by city auditor Michael Eglinski. Lawrence city commissioners consider review of fees
By Chad Lawhorn
May 11, 2011 in print edition on 1A
When it comes to city fees, they can range from the common ones like swimming pool and golf course fees to more obscure charges for horse drawn vehicles and ice cream trucks.
6:00 p.m.
Downtown Lawrence merchants are hatching a plan to help rid Massachusetts Street of panhandlers. A new program will hand out educational resources listing social service agencies to downtown visitors, designed to discourage them from giving out money. Downtown Lawrence retailers split on extending hours
By Chad Lawhorn
May 11, 2011 in print edition on 3A
The director of Downtown Lawrence Inc. said when it comes to downtown stores there is a clear perception among shoppers — later would be greater.

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Lawrence man arrested for making threats with knife
By Joe Preiner
May 11, 2011 in print edition on A4
A 50-year-old Lawrence man was arrested Wednesday night after making threats with a knife.
U.S. Highway 56 reopens east of Baldwin City
Downed power lines cause 14-hour closure
Kyle Davis
10:10 p.m., May 11, 2011 Updated 05:10 p.m.
Traffic is moving again on U.S. Highway 56 east of Baldwin City after a Wednesday night thunderstorm knocked down several power poles and caused officials to close the highway for several hours.
Judge restrains former KU associate athletic director Ben Kirtland and ex-wife from transferring property
By Mark Fagan
May 11, 2011
Property involved in the divorce case of a former Kansas University athletic administrator — a former associate athletic director awaiting sentencing for his role in a ticket-stealing scheme — cannot be sold, transferred or otherwise assigned, a federal judge ruled Wednesday.
Supporters of Kansas Arts Commission vow to overturn Brownback’s decision to eliminate agency
By Scott Rothschild
May 11, 2011 in print edition on A4
Supporters of the Kansas Arts Commission said Wednesday they would try to overturn Gov. Sam Brownback’s decision to eliminate the agency.
Alvamar to turn over daily operations to golf course management company
By Mark Fagan
May 11, 2011
Alvamar’s two Lawrence golf courses are about to join the roster of a major course management company.
Democrats argue Brownback attempting to control, influence state government agencies
By Scott Rothschild
May 11, 2011 in print edition on A4
Democrats are complaining that Gov. Sam Brownback, a Republican, is trying to take control of various aspects of state government that have been relatively independent of political pressure.
Haskell student and mother of 3 soon to become first in family to graduate from college
By Andy Hyland
May 11, 2011
Colene Wagnon said she got tired of the same old kinds of jobs. Picking up phones at the call center, working in restaurants — those were tedious, she said, but they weren’t the worst.
Former associate athletics director Ben Kirtland faces sentencing in ticket scheme
Roxana Hegeman, Associated Press
May 11, 2011
The highest-ranking University of Kansas official caught in a ticket scalping conspiracy faces sentencing Thursday for his part in a $2 million scheme that investigators say created a “candy store”-like atmosphere for his subordinates.
Man enters plea on 2006 robbery at Lawrence convenience store
By George Diepenbrock
May 11, 2011
A 60-year-old man who had won an appeal of an earlier guilty verdict pleaded no contest to a robbery charge Wednesday related to a 2006 incident at a Lawrence convenience store, Douglas County prosecutors said.
Jayhawks, Yellow Jackets to kick off at 11:30 a.m. central time on Sept. 17
By Matt Tait
May 11, 2011
The Kansas Jayhawks and Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets will kick off at 11:30 a.m. central time on Sept. 17, KU announced on Wednesday.
LifeStar helicopter called to scene of shooting in 800 block of Randall Road
Staff reports
04:03 p.m., May 11, 2011 Updated 08:15 p.m.
A LifeStar helicopter was called to transport a male patient Wednesday afternoon after a shooting in the 800 block of Randall Road.
Colorado State vice provost named dean at Kansas State
Associated Press
May 11, 2011
A vice provost from Colorado State University will be the new dean of Kansas State’s College of Arts and Sciences.
Woman pleads guilty in homicide near Topeka high school
Associated Press
May 11, 2011
A Topeka woman admits that she was involved in the shooting death of a teenager on the Topeka West High School campus during a drug deal.
Johnson County officials plan sobriety checkpoint early Saturday morning
By Sara Shepherd
May 11, 2011
Johnson County Sheriff’s deputies, with law enforcement agents from other agencies, will conduct at sobriety checkpoint this weekend, the sheriff’s office announced Wednesday.
Budget negotiators approve $5 million for lower airfares in Wichita
Associated Press
May 11, 2011
Sedgwick County authorities are expressing relief that state budget negotiators agreed to a $5 million subsidy to ease the cost of airfares in south-central Kansas.
Sprint, Cellular South executives warn against AT&T, T-Mobile merger at Senate hearing
Joelle Tessler, Associated Press
May 11, 2011
Top executives from AT&T and T-Mobile USA are facing off against top officials from Sprint Nextel and Cellular South on Capitol Hill as lawmakers consider whether AT&T’s proposed $39 billion acquisition of T-Mobile would produce better mobile service for consumers or crush competition in the wireless industry.
KU releases post-spring depth chart; Lewandowski back to DE, Patmon 2nd team
By Matt Tait
May 11, 2011
The Kansas University football program released its first official depth chart of the spring this week, and more than a couple of things popped off the page about the new pecking order.
Proposed federal aid cuts threaten rural airports
John Flesher, Associated Press
May 11, 2011
A couple of times a month, Dr. Walter Beusse drives from his suburban Chicago home to Milwaukee, where he catches a flight north to Ironwood in Michigan’s remote Upper Peninsula to work in a hospital emergency room.
Forecast: Kansas wheat production down 27 percent
Associated Press
03:04 p.m., May 11, 2011 Updated 05:39 p.m.
Kansas Agricultural Statistics Service is forecasting that the state’s winter wheat production will be down 27 percent from last year because of dry conditions and fewer harvested acres.
Kansas budget talks stall over savings estimates
John Milburn, Associated Press
May 11, 2011
Legislators said they were making progress on lingering issues that prevent resolution of the 2012 Kansas budget, as private discussions resumed Wednesday on the $14 billion spending package.
Lane man killed in one-vehicle accident southeast of Ottawa
By George Diepenbrock
May 11, 2011
A Lane man was killed Tuesday evening in a single-vehicle accident southeast of Ottawa, Franklin County’s Sheriff’s officials said.
Town Talk: Varsity House may avoid wrecking ball as part of Oread apartment project; debate about downtown events brewing at City Hall; more news about downtown boutiques
By Chad Lawhorn
May 11, 2011
News and notes from around Lawrence and Douglas County.
Hutchinson man killed by falling tree
Associated Press
May 11, 2011
A Hutchinson man died when a large tree he was cutting down fell on top of him.
Health insurance coverage for abortions still an issue for Kansas legislators
John Hanna, Associated Press
07:08 a.m., May 11, 2011 Updated 05:41 p.m.
The fate of a proposal in Kansas to restrict private health insurance coverage for abortions is tied up in the Legislature’s negotiations over other insurance issues.
NWS cancels severe thunderstorm watch for Douglas County early
By Whitney Mathews
06:39 a.m., May 11, 2011 Updated 08:11 p.m.
The NWS has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Douglas County until 10 p.m. Wednesday.
First Bell: Board thanks educators for 25 years; former KU star Paul Pierce shoots for youth fitness; chief operations officer to interview for job tonight, in public
By Mark Fagan
May 11, 2011
Time for another edition of First Bell, a look at news and other educational items involving schools in the area.
Heard on the Hill: KU Hospital Royals trivia game is a little easier now; KUMC leader says more space is necessary to move up in NIH rankings; video shows the faces of KU athletes
By Andy Hyland
May 11, 2011
Your daily dose of news, notes and links from around Kansas University.
Downtown Lawrence retailers split on extending hours
By Chad Lawhorn
May 11, 2011 in print edition on A3
The director of Downtown Lawrence Inc. said when it comes to downtown stores there is a clear perception among shoppers — later would be greater.
Former Kansas Congressman Robert Fred Ellsworth dies at age 84
By Mark Fagan
12:52 a.m., May 11, 2011 Updated 09:38 a.m. in print edition on A2
Robert Fred Ellsworth, who graduated from Kansas University and went on to represent Kansas in Congress and serve as a presidential adviser, an international diplomat and leader of Sen. Bob Dole’s first presidential campaign, died Monday.
Lawrence city commissioners consider review of fees
By Chad Lawhorn
May 11, 2011 in print edition on A1
When it comes to city fees, they can range from the common ones like swimming pool and golf course fees to more obscure charges for horse drawn vehicles and ice cream trucks.
Coach Jason Pendleton, Free State soccer share memories
By Tom Keegan
May 11, 2011 in print edition on B1
In the fall, Free State High soccer players McKenzie Dever and Hillary Yoder split duties picking up the children of Jason and Jodi Pendleton from school at Quail Run Elementary and baby-sitting them until one of the Pendletons returned home from work.
CU, NU to continue meeting
Associated Press
May 11, 2011 in print edition on B2
The University of Colorado football team will play its season finale on the day after Thanksgiving, continuing a tradition it had with Nebraska for 15 seasons in the Big 12.
Royals place pitcher Chen on DL
Associated Press
May 11, 2011 in print edition on B2
The Kansas City Royals are putting left-hander Bruce Chen on the disabled list with a strained muscle in his left side and will recall Vin Mazzaro from Triple-A Omaha.
Hey Terps, give Turgeon a chance
Kevin Cowherd, The Baltimore Sun
May 11, 2011 in print edition on B2
Let’s acknowledge the obvious right away: The hiring of Mark Turgeon won’t have Maryland basketball fans dancing in the streets.
L.A.’s Bynum suspended five games
Associated Press
May 11, 2011 in print edition on B2
Lakers center Andrew Bynum was suspended for five games next season for his flagrant foul on Dallas guard J.J. Barea in Los Angeles’ final playoff game.
Yankees edge Royals
Associated Press
May 11, 2011 in print edition on B5
Derek Jeter is tired of talking about slumps. So is Alex Rodriguez.
LHS softball routs Leavenworth
J-W Staff Reports
May 11, 2011 in print edition on B3
Mallory Reynolds went a combined 4-for-8, and Lawrence High’s softball team destroyed Leavenworth, 17-0 and 12-0, in a doubleheader on Tuesday afternoon.
KU softball game canceled
May 11, 2011 in print edition on B3
Due to schedule conflicts, the Kansas University softball game versus UMKC on Tuesday was canceled and will not be rescheduled.
Sprinter earns award
J-W Staff Reports
May 11, 2011 in print edition on B3
Kansas freshman sprinter Diamond Dixon was named Big 12 Female Track and Field Athlete of the Week Tuesday. Dixon was honored for the first time in her KU career and was just the third freshman to receive the award this season.
Track athletes honored
J-W Staff Reports
May 11, 2011 in print edition on B3
A total of 28 Kansas University athletes have been named to the 2011 Academic All-Big 12 Men’s and Women’s Track & Field Teams, the league office announced Tuesday.
FSHS soccer shut out
By Ben Ward
May 11, 2011 in print edition on B3
Two tough bounces had Free State High’s soccer team down at the half, but by no means were the Firebirds out of it.
Lions finishing strong
By Clark Goble
May 11, 2011 in print edition on B1
In his soccer career, Lawrence High soccer coach Joe Nemzer has played for several teams that came on strong to end their seasons.
Gary Bedore’s Kansas basketball notebook
By Gary Bedore
May 11, 2011 in print edition on B3
ESPN’s NBA draft expert, Chad Ford, watched former KU guard Josh Selby work out on Tuesday in Las Vegas.
Jeff Withey, Thomas Robinson putting on pounds
By Gary Bedore
May 11, 2011 in print edition on B1
Kansas University’s two biggest returning basketball big men are faring well in the weight room this offseason.
Back on the line: Offensive lineman Spikes matures through injury
By Matt Tait
May 11, 2011 in print edition on B1
Major injuries have a way of haunting players well after they’re healed. Kansas University offensive lineman Jeff Spikes learned that firsthand this spring.
Golf tips from golf (tip) pro
By Tom Keegan
May 11, 2011 in print edition on B1
After applying one golf tip at a time for 40 years and never putting it all together to drive the ball with consistent power and accuracy, I finally have realized the problem. I need to incorporate every tip I’ve ever received into one swing.
Cordley School student says man exposed himself on motorcycle
By George Diepenbrock
May 11, 2011 in print edition on A4
Cordley School administrators filed a police report Tuesday after a parent reported her kindergarten student said that during recess Monday he saw a man expose himself while riding on a motorcycle on Kentucky Street west of the school, 1837 Vt.
Police investigating dispute between neighbors involving hand gun
By George Diepenbrock
May 11, 2011 in print edition on A4
Lawrence police are investigating a Friday incident in which a 53-year-old Lawrence man alleged his neighbor threatened him, pulled out a handgun from his pocket and showed it to him during an argument in the 1300 block of Kentucky Street.
NDSU to meet K-State in 2013
Associated Press
May 11, 2011 in print edition on B2
The North Dakota State University football team is heading back to the state of Kansas to face an NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision school.
Baldwin City man injured in Saturday accident in good condition
By Joe Preiner
May 11, 2011 in print edition on A4
A 61-year-old Baldwin City man is in good condition Tuesday evening after suffering serious injuries in a one-vehicle accident just north of the city about midnight Saturday.
KU standings
There’s plenty of room for improvement in Kansas University’s overall athletic rankings.
J-W Editorial
May 11, 2011 in print edition on A6
Even though record amounts of money have been raised and spent in recent years and facilities have been improved, the collective ranking of Kansas University’s athletic teams during the past school year is likely to be the lowest among Big 12 Conference schools in the annual Learfield Sports Directors’ Cup standings.
Cash grab
Neil Hull, Lawrence
May 11, 2011 in print edition on A6
I was surprised when I opened my personal property tax valuation notice recently.
Not smart
David Holroyd, Lawrence
May 11, 2011 in print edition on A6
Downtown: Why have sawtooth curbs that have had hundreds of thousands of dollars spent on repairs? The 600 block of Massachusetts works fine with a straight curb, angled parking and trees. Lawrence ain’t smart!
Bus system fan
Sherry Ford, Baldwin City
May 11, 2011 in print edition on A6
With the price of gas going up so much each week, public transportation seems like a great idea to me.
Honest appraisals
Jane Frydman, Lawrence
May 11, 2011 in print edition on A6
Mary Ann Kieffer’s letter of Saturday, May 7, about the problem of our unfairly rising property tax values, despite the recession, raises an important issue.
Legislating morality
Craig Tucker, Lawrence
May 11, 2011 in print edition on A6
Members of the new Kansas Legislature are beginning to show their true agendas. This includes shoving their religious and right-wing social values down our throats.
Freedom Riders’ courage still needed
Leonard Pitts
May 11, 2011 in print edition on A6
When he was 21, Ernest “Rip” Patton made out his will. He didn’t have much beyond an old set of drums he used in the jazz club gigs that helped him pay his way through college. He willed them to his parents, then climbed aboard a freedom bus bound for Jackson, Miss.
100 years ago: New hotel/theater proposed for downtown
By Sarah St. John
May 11, 2011
“Profiles have been completed for the magnificent new four story hotel and theatre which James Baer, Guy Helvering and their associates propose to erect on Warren and Vermont.”
Horoscopes for May 11
Jacqueline Bigar - King Features
May 11, 2011
This year, your psyche could work overtime. You pick up a lot just by observing. You also will enjoy your alone time far more than in the past. Your libido energies peak, and you will want to express yourself in some way — be it painting, writing or maybe even brainstorming. If you are single, romance abounds. With all the dating, be careful not to miss a special person. If you are attached, learn to be more direct with your sweetie. Virgo often makes you laugh.
Down to the final four on ‘American Idol’
Kevin McDonough - United Feature
May 11, 2011
It’s that time again. “American Idol” (7 p.m., Fox) comes down to its final four contestants, so it’s time to pay attention. Even if the show does seem to have been placed on some kind of tranquilizer.
40 years ago: Former KU student takes stand in murder trial
By Sarah St. John
May 11, 2011
Former Kansas University student Andrew Hill, 26, recently had taken the stand in his own behalf in a first-degree murder case in Douglas County District Court.
25 years ago: Marina proposes move across Clinton Lake
By Sarah St. John
May 11, 2011
Owners of the Clinton Lake Marina were considering moving the facility from its seven-year location at the Bloomington area near the town of Clinton to the Clinton State Park area on the north side of the lake.
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