Also from November 28
Births
- Sierra Conrad and Kevin Barber, Lawrence, a girl.
- Lonnie and Julie Edgecomb, Garnett, a boy.
- Michelle Dennison and Matt Hammes, Ottawa, a girl.
- Brian and Sariah Judy, Baldwin City, a boy.
- Miriam Torkzadeh and Jeremy Hansen, Lawrence, a girl.
- Michael Noble and Monica Mohler, Winchester, a girl.
- Charlotte Sommer, Baldwin City, a boy.
- Susan Rickman and Rob Heidrick, Lone Star,, a boy.
Obituaries
On the street
Photos
Photo galleries
Podcasts
Polls
Do you think Lawrence needs a trauma center?
Poll results
| Response | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | 75% | |
| No | 17% | |
| Unsure | 6% | |
| Total | 166 | |
Have you bought a Powerball ticket yet?
Poll results
| Response | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Yes, it’s a winner, for sure | 56% | |
| Nah, waste of money | 25% | |
| Not yet, but I’m planning on it | 18% | |
| Total | 75 | |
Lead stories
12:53 a.m.
Graduation numbers improve in Lawrence school district- November 27, 2012
- The overall 4-year graduation rate improved in 2012, while gaps narrowed for low-income and minority students. By Peter Hancock
- Source document: Lawrence USD 497 high school graduation rates
10:00 a.m.
Twenty KU freshmen living in ‘learning community’ produce film- November 27, 2012
- The film “Té Buffet of Life” is the result of a semester-long experience for 20 Kansas University freshmen who all live in the same residence-hall wing as part of a “living learning community.” The movie, a half-hour long high-school romantic comedy, will be screened Wednesday night at the Kansas Union. By Matt Erickson
2:00 p.m.
Heritage, hungry personality drive KU volleyball star Jarmoc- November 28, 2012
- Kansas University volleyball star Caroline Jarmoc credits her parents, Polish emigrants, for her assertive personality and perspective on life. By Tom Keegan
6:00 p.m.
ATF offers reward for information about suspected arsons in south Lawrence- 4:02 p.m., November 28, 2012 Updated 5:38 p.m.
- The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms is offering a $2,500 reward to anyone who has information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for a rash of suspected arsons in central Lawrence. More than a dozen small fires have been set inside or near apartment complexes. By Shaun Hittle and Alex Parker
- Photo gallery: Suspected arson cases
All stories
- How former Jayhawks fared in Nov. 28 NBA games
- November 28, 2012
- A look at how former Kansas University players fared in Wednesday’s NBA games.
- Douglas County Commission delays action on historic preservation plan
- November 28, 2012
- Commissioner Jim Flory raises concerns that a historic preservation plan could infringe on private property rights of others. By Peter Hancock
- KU women knock out Grambling State, 101-47
- 08:59 p.m., November 28, 2012 Updated 12:14 a.m.
- Sophomore forward Chelsea Gardner posted a career-high 26 points on 11-for-13 shooting, leading the Kansas women’s basketball team to a 101-47 victory over Grambling State on Wednesday night at Allen Fieldhouse. By Jesse Newell
- Lawrence Memorial Hospital to begin process to become trauma center
- November 28, 2012
- A trip via air ambulance to a Kansas City area hospital may be less likely in future years for Douglas County residents who suffer trauma-level injuries in car accidents and other medical emergencies. By Chad Lawhorn
- Lawrence Arts Center, Spencer Museum receive NEA grants
- November 28, 2012
- Two Lawrence entities have announced that they received significant National Endowment for the Arts Art Works grants to further their missions.
- ATF offers reward for information about suspected arsons in south Lawrence
- 04:02 p.m., November 28, 2012 Updated 05:38 p.m.
- The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms is offering a $2,500 reward to anyone who has information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for a rash of suspected arsons in central Lawrence. More than a dozen small fires have been set inside or near apartment complexes. By Shaun Hittle and Alex Parker
- Kansas Powerball ticket sales hit $1.1M in 1 day
- November 28, 2012
- The mammoth jackpot in Wednesday night’s Powerball drawing is proving irresistible to thousands of hopeful Kansans.
- Suspect in two Lawrence convenience store robberies arrested and charged
- 12:32 p.m., November 28, 2012 Updated 04:13 p.m.
- A 35-year-old Maryland man was charged Wednesday in Douglas County District Court with the recent robberies of two Lawrence convenience stores.By Shaun Hittle
- Former Chiefs, Army leaders discuss head injuries
- 10:25 a.m., November 28, 2012 Updated 05:31 p.m.
- Former Kansas City Chiefs players and Army leaders say a change in culture about the risks of concussions is possible but must start at the top levels in sports and the military.
- Afternoon tea to feature ‘Sound of Music’ cast
- November 28, 2012
- The First United Methodist Church will hold an afternoon tea for people who are 55 and older on Tuesday, Dec. 4, at First United Methodist Church, 946 Vermont St.
- Local sex offender sentenced to 46 months in child pornography case
- November 28, 2012
- A 32-year-old Douglas County man was sentenced Monday to 46 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to failing to register as a sex offender and viewing child pornography, according to federal court records. By Shaun Hittle
- Opinion: Consumption dampens holiday spirit
- November 28, 2012 in print edition on A8
- Bing Crosby would be appalled.
- Editorial: Big bond
- School district officials are looking at a bond issue that will require considerable explanation and salesmanship.
- November 28, 2012
- During a recent visit to the Journal-World, Lawrence Superintendent Rick Doll and school board President Vanessa Sanburn were quick to say that a board member’s earlier estimate that a proposed school bond issue could reach $100 million was too high. Apparently, not by much.
- LHS quarterback Strauss named finalist for area award
- November 28, 2012
- Lawrence High senior quarterback Brad Strauss was named a finalist for the Thomas A. Simone Award Tuesday evening.
- 25 years ago: Holiday shoppers encounter bar codes on merchandise
- November 28, 2012
- Some customers were concerned that the new systems would erode customer privacy.
- 100 years ago: Lawrence enjoys quiet Thanksgiving
- November 28, 2012
- “The usual number of family dinners were in progress this noon over the city.”
- Veritas football earns six all-state honors
- November 28, 2012
- Six players from Veritas Christian’s eight-man football team received all-state honors from the Kansas Christian Athletic Association for their play in the Eagles’ 8-3 season.
- How former Jayhawks fared in Nov. 27 NBA games
- November 28, 2012
- A look at how former Kansas University players fared in Tuesday’s NBA games.
- Ex-Firebird lineman Lisher signs with Baker
- November 28, 2012
- Former Free State High offensive lineman Michael Lisher signed a letter of intent to play football at Baker University, Wildcats coach Mike Grossner announced Tuesday.
- 40 years ago: South Junior High students questioned following restroom fire
- November 28, 2012
- Electrical malfunction had been ruled out as a cause.
- Horoscopes for Nov. 28
- November 28, 2012
- For Wednesday, Nov. 28: This year you often will switch from one outlook to the next. You even might feel like a human seesaw of sorts. If you are single, you could meet someone significant to your life history. If you are attached, resist the urge to fight with the one you love.
- Jayhawks wary of West Virginia game-breaker Tavon Austin
- November 28, 2012
- West Virginia playmaker Tavon Austin caught the eye of Kansas University football coach Charlie Weis, who hopes his defense won’t be the latest to fall victim to the do-it-all player’s talent. By Matt Tait
- Heritage, hungry personality drive KU volleyball star Jarmoc
- November 28, 2012
- Kansas University volleyball star Caroline Jarmoc credits her parents, Polish emigrants, for her assertive personality and perspective on life. By Tom Keegan
- Post-concussion concerns, symptoms lead to Peters’ leave from KU
- November 28, 2012
- Former Kansas University basketball forward Zach Peters will head home to Plano, Texas, to recover from the effects of post-concussion syndrome. By Gary Bedore
- KU women confident shooting woes will sort out
- November 28, 2012
- For now, Kansas University women’s basketball coach Bonnie Henrickson is going to consider it a positive sign that her team is 5-0 despite ranking last in the Big 12 in three-point shooting. By Jesse Newell
- Lions eager to work toward winning winter seasons
- November 28, 2012
- As Lawrence High’s winter sports programs prepare to open their seasons, the number of athletes who already have experienced varsity success varies from team to team. By Benton Smith
- Journal-World All-Area boys cross country team
- November 28, 2012
- The 2012 Journal-World All-Area boys cross country team is revealed. By Benton Smith
- Journal-World All-Area girls cross country team
- November 28, 2012
- The 2012 Journal-World All-Area girls cross country team is revealed. By Benton Smith
- Tune In Tonight: Spend an hour with ‘The Hour’
- November 28, 2012
- Viewers who can’t wait for the sixth season of “Mad Men” to arrive can console themselves with the season premiere of “The Hour” (8 p.m., BBC America). Set in 1957 in the London studio of a struggling news program, “The Hour” is filled with period fashions, habits (smoking and drinking) and attitudes (sexism galore and adultery).
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