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12:00 a.m.
KU pitcher T.J. Walz delivers a pitch against Oklahoma State on April 11. International stage
By Dugan Arnett
July 3, 2009 in print edition on 1B
Last week, Kansas University pitcher T.J. Walz was in his hometown of Omaha, Neb., taking in a College World Series game at Rosenblatt Stadium when Kansas baseball coach Ritch Price called Walz’s cell phone with a surprising proposition.
6:00 a.m.
For many people, memories of family customs hold strong for the Fourth of July. A blast or a dud? Tradition influences fireworks feelings
By Christine Metz
July 4, 2009 in print edition on 1A
Your family history might determine whether you can’t wait for the local fireworks show or you can’t wait for July 4 to end.
10:00 a.m.
Chad Cagel crosses the finish line of an early heat of the Eldridge Hotel Street Sprint. The sprint Friday night up Seventh Street was the first event in the three-day Tour of Lawrence. And they’re off …
By Brooke Sutherland
July 4, 2009 in print edition on 1B
The Tour of Lawrence kicked off with the Eldridge Hotel Street Sprint.
2:00 p.m.
Lawrence muralist Heather Reynolds mixes paint on the roof of her Buick LeSabre before going to work on her mural “Evolution of Change” Wednesday. The mural, which wraps around the west and south sides of Evans Import Services, features various “green” themes. Mural paints motivational message
By Janet Reid
July 4, 2009 in print edition on 3A
A Lawrence artist is bringing some beauty to an area of East Lawrence lined with warehouses and old cars waiting to be repaired.
7:00 p.m.
In 2008, the U.S. imported $3.4 million worth of American flags. The vast majority of this amount ($3.0 million) was for U.S. flags made in China. Facts about the Fourth
Staff Reports
July 4, 2009 in print edition on 1C
The Fourth of July is all about numbers. After all, there aren’t that many holidays named after a number to begin with. And then there are other numbers — how many beers you have at the lake, how much your kids want to spend on fireworks, etc.

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All watches canceled, power restored to most area customers
J-W Staff Reports
12:36 a.m., July 4, 2009 Updated 10:06 a.m.
A strong line of storms that moved through the area left most areas of northeast Kansas wet, but caused few other problems.
The party is on with the right music
The Washington Post
July 4, 2009 in print edition on C1
Every party needs music. David Malitz, who writes about pop music for The Washington Post, put together playlists for three very different outdoor parties: a grown-up sit-down dinner, a brunch with lots of children and a big cocktail party.
Should we celebrate freedom of religion on July 4?
By Ron Channell and Doug Heacock
July 4, 2009 in print edition on C1
• Country gives freedom to choose religion • Religious freedom cause for celebration
Facts about the Fourth
Staff Reports
July 4, 2009 in print edition on C1
The Fourth of July is all about numbers. After all, there aren’t that many holidays named after a number to begin with. And then there are other numbers — how many beers you have at the lake, how much your kids want to spend on fireworks, etc.
Scouting news
July 4, 2009 in print edition on D5
Eight Lawrence Boy Scouts completed the prestigious Brownsea National Youth Leadership Training course at Camp Naish Scout Reservation near Bonner Springs.
Around and about
July 4, 2009 in print edition on D3
Lauren Kelly, Lawrence, was named to the dean’s list for the spring 2009 semester at Bradley University, Peoria, Ill., by earning a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher.
Club news
July 4, 2009 in print edition on D3
University Bridge Club announce results of its June 27 meeting, with hosts Virginia Williams, Lois Liebert, Florence McNicoll and Willie Stoltenberg.
Military news
July 4, 2009 in print edition on D3
Air Force Airman Charles C. Abbey graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
Global struggle
The ongoing struggle for freedom in other parts of the world should make Americans more thankful for the independence they celebrate today.
J-W Editorials
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A8
On this Independence Day, a look halfway around the world to recent events in Iran might put the holiday in a more meaningful perspective for the Americans who so often take it for granted.
Slow progress is the hope for Iraq
By Trudy Rubin
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A8
While Americans were glued to the Iran drama, we arrived at a critical turning point in Iraq.
When aging conflicts with independence
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A8
This is probably not the best week to air any reservations about the American passion for independence. After all, we don’t have fireworks for Dependence Day. We don’t hold parades to celebrate Interdependence Day.
Students from many cultures all share American dream
By Gene A. Budig
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A9
I have long thought that heartfelt truth most always comes from the voices of the young.
Yorktown was end, beginning
By Jim Jenkins - McClatchy Newspapers
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A9
First, we did the Pledge of Allegiance. Then, “America the Beautiful,” and then “God Bless America.”
Horoscopes
July 4, 2009 in print edition on C6
For Saturday, July 4: This year, much goes down around you, and others need you to keep their spirits up. Communication could be stilted for the first half of the year, but it will loosen up. Avoid power plays at all costs. If you are single, you could meet someone quite special. If you are attached, the two of you will need to set some ground rules.
Traditions fire up the Fourth of July
By Kevin McDonough
July 4, 2009 in print edition on C6
Independence Day brings tradition, fireworks and familiar pop stars to an overlapping array of prime-time celebration.
Powerful sedative found in Michael Jackson’s home
By Michael R. Blood - Associated Press Writer
July 4, 2009 in print edition on C6
The powerful sedative Diprivan was found in Michael Jackson’s home, a law enforcement official said Friday as the city planned for a massive crowd at the singer’s memorial service.
Garnett gallery features ‘small works by big names’
By Jenalea Myers - The Ottawa Herald
July 4, 2009 in print edition on B10
It’s a small collection of works by well-known artists.
Killings in KCK worry residents
By Andale Gross - Associated Press Writer
July 4, 2009 in print edition on B10
Bullet holes dot the front of a house where a 7-year-old girl was killed in a drive-by shooting, and flowers and candles line a street corner two miles away where a 15-year-old boy was gunned down days later.
Spotlight shines on Lance
Bob Ford, The Philadelphia Inquirer
July 4, 2009 in print edition on B7
As Lance Armstrong was climbing steadily to the summit of professional cycling’s holiest of Ziggurats — reeling off seven straight wins in the Tour de France during his remarkable comeback from the cancer that nearly killed him — followers, fanatics and doubters struggled to find an apt historical comparison within the sport.
Tour de France opens first stage today
Armstrong’s quest for eighth title put to test in Monaco
The Associated Press
July 4, 2009 in print edition on B7
The Tour de France is ready for another edition with Lance Armstrong, and today’s opening stage may show whether he’s ready to challenge for another title.
Bowyer bags first victory of year
The Associated Press
July 4, 2009 in print edition on B7
Clint Bowyer won the Nationwide Series race at Daytona International Speedway for his first victory of the year.
Geologists’ drilling project digs up past
Survey investigates resources deep within Earth’s crust
By Mark Fagan
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A3
Dave Newell and his associates are drilling through 300 million years of history, with only another 1.3 billion years left to go.
Stewart on pole at Daytona
The Associated Press
July 4, 2009 in print edition on B7
Tony Stewart will start from a familiar spot tonight at Daytona International Speedway.
Victims are still missing 20 years after trial
Associated Press
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A3
Twenty years later, the secret remains locked away in a killer’s mind.
Increased government control poses threat to America
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A3
Where or when is it going to stop?
Actor’s ties to town remembered
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A3
Actor Karl Malden is being remembered in Emporia for ties he had to the city and Emporia State University.
Coalition to gather input on aging issues
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A3
The aging of Douglas County’s population will be the topic of discussion at a community meeting.
Pump patrol
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A3
The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $2.31 at several stations.
Mystery surrounds disappearance of ballyhooed Cuban pitcher
The Associated Press
July 4, 2009
Aroldis Chapman has vanished from a tournament in the Netherlands.
A blast or a dud? Tradition influences fireworks feelings
By Christine Metz
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A1
Your family history might determine whether you can’t wait for the local fireworks show or you can’t wait for July 4 to end.
Bike races get off to flying start
By Annalise Flynn
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A1
There was a strong wind and a threat of rain, but that did not stop spectators from gathering in full force to watch the first leg of the inaugural Tour of Lawrence on Friday night.
Mural paints motivational message
By Janet Reid
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A3
A Lawrence artist is bringing some beauty to an area of East Lawrence lined with warehouses and old cars waiting to be repaired.
13-year-old hospitalized after ATV-car accident
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A4
A 13-year-old McLouth boy was transported Friday morning to St. John Hospital in Leavenworth after an ATV-car accident on Kansas Highway 92 west of Leavenworth.
A guide to what is, is not open today
Staff Reports
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A4
Government offices are normally closed Saturday, but here’s a rundown of some other services affected by the July 4 holiday.
98M-year-old Australian dino found
Associated Press
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A2
Scientists have confirmed for the first time that Australia was once home to a dinosaur that was big, fast and terrifying, and they’ve named it like something from an Arnold Schwarzenegger movie.
N. Korea fires missiles off eastern coast
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A2
North Korea fired three missiles off its eastern coast today, South Korea said, in what was likely to be seen as a message of defiance to the United States on its Independence Day holiday.
Appeal to restore president rejected
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A2
Honduras rebuffed a personal appeal from the Americas’ top international diplomat Friday, refusing to reinstate President Manuel Zelaya and setting the stage for a dramatic showdown if the ousted leader returns to reclaim power this weekend.
Biden urges Iraqis to make political progress
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A2
Vice President Joe Biden pressed Iraqi leaders Friday to do more to foster national reconciliation and offered U.S. assistance in achieving that, as concerns grow that a lack of political progress is fueling violence in Iraq.
Marines push deeper into Taliban areas
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A2
U.S. Marines pushed deeper into Taliban areas of southern Afghanistan on Friday, seeking to cut insurgent supply lines and win over local elders on the second day of the biggest U.S. military operation here since the American-led invasion of 2001.
Elephants victorious in bun-eating bout
Associated Press
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A7
In the fight of pachyderms vs. people — the pachyderms now have the upper trunk.
Cleric: British Embassy staff to be tried
By Lee Keath - Associated Press Writer
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A7
A powerful cleric said Friday that Iran will put British Embassy staffers on trial for fomenting postelection turmoil, a step that would likely increase Iran’s isolation and alienate Western nations that have been trying to keep options open with Tehran despite its crackdown on protesters.
Much-needed tax refunds delayed
From Kansas to California, states months late making some payments
By Greg Bluestein - Associated Press Writer
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A6
Colin Daymude was out of work last year after his business failed and eagerly filed his taxes in mid-January, figuring he’d get his refund sooner. He was wrong.
Serial killings have South Carolina residents on edge
By Mitch Weiss - Associated Press Writer
July 4, 2009 in print edition on A6
Terrified residents canceled Fourth of July plans and holed up in their homes Friday as investigators hunted a serial killer believed to have shot four people to death.
And they’re off …
Tour kicks off with fast-paced sprints
By Brooke Sutherland
July 4, 2009 in print edition on B1
The Tour of Lawrence kicked off with the Eldridge Hotel Street Sprint.
White Sox solve Greinke, blank Royals
Pierzynski, Podsednik maintain mastery of Kansas City’s ace in Chicago’s 5-0 victory
The Associated Press
July 4, 2009 in print edition on B1
Chicago beat the Royals, 5-0, behind John Danks’ pitching.
Raiders tumble, 18-5
J-W Staff Reports
July 4, 2009 in print edition on B3
The Raiders fell to Rogers County (Okla.), 18-5.
McCray helps U.S. hammer Serbia, 84-50
J-W Staff Reports
July 4, 2009 in print edition on B3
Danielle McCray had 12 points in the United States’ 84-50 victory over Serbia.
Federer on course to pass Sampras
Swiss tennis star to face Roddick in Wimbledon final
July 4, 2009 in print edition on B2
Rising, rising, rising, high above the most famous patch of grass in tennis, Roger Federer channeled Pete Sampras on match point in the Wimbledon semifinals Friday, tucking both feet back beneath his body and uncorking an overhead smash.
Maybe Wie’s story will have happy ending
By Michael Rosenberg - Detroit Free Press
July 4, 2009 in print edition on B2
I don’t know how many Michiganders are traveling to the Toledo area this weekend to see Michelle Wie play in the Jamie Farr Owens Corning Classic. I suspect some people are going explicitly to see her, and a lot of people — golf fans, even — cannot imagine wanting to see her.
Among All-Stars, these stand out
A look at some of the top players in the Midsummer Classic
By Bernie Miklasz - St. Louis Post-Dispatch
July 4, 2009 in print edition on B6
Here’s a look at some of the brightest baseball All-Stars.
Not your average piano players
By Greg Hurd
July 4, 2009
Music students from across the U.S. and world are back in Lawrence at a local institute.
Kansas football rookies adjusting
Freshmen getting crash course in rigors of Div. I ball
By Dugan Arnett
July 4, 2009 in print edition on B1
Huldon Tharp and Tyrone Sellers Jr. are learning quickly what it takes to compete at the Div. I level.
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