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A quick picture of Russell Robinson while the cars were stopped during the National Champs parade.

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The Jayhawks return to Allen Fieldhouse after beating Davidson to advance to the Final Four.

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Mr. Edward Daniels is described as a white male, 5’11” tall, weighing 166 pounds, mostly bald, with a white mustache, last seen wearing a red baseball type cap and a white KU National Championship T-shirt.

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Photo by Rachel Cin.Rachel C Cin was born in Burma and moved to United States in 2004. She got enrolled in a photo class by mistake but ended up loving and would like to include it in her future. ..

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Veritas Christian’s Stephen May competes at the Veritas Invitational golf tournament Tuesday at Alvamar Public.

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Carey Maynard-Moody, left, and Dennis Domer peek into the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway depot near Seventh and New York streets. The pair are part of a group aiming to renovate the half-century-old building, which still is in limited service as an Amtrak station.

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Los Angeles Angels’ Vladimir Guerrero, right, runs past Kansas City catcher Miguel Olivo. Guerrero scored twice in the Angels’ 5-3 victory Tuesday in Kansas City, Mo.

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Zach McNish, 3, was cruising in style Tuesday afternoon while he and his mother, Kristina McNish, were headed to Prairie Park School to pick up his sister after school.

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Oklahoma quarterback Sam Bradford (14) reacts in this file photo near the end of the Big 12 Conference championship game from Dec. 1, 2007. Bradford will orchestrate a high-octane offense in Norman this fall.

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Texas quarterback Colt McCoy has Texas fans dreaming big.

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Earvin “Magic” Johnson, pictured as a child, in the “Dreaming Big” exhibit.

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Visitors walk through the Billie Jean King International women’s Sports Center.

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The Heisman Trophy, in its permanent home.

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A case with Negro Leagues memorabilia.

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Cleveland’s LeBron James wipes his face during the first half against the Celtics. James had just 12 points in the Cavaliers’ 76-72 loss Tuesday in Boston.

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A customer is reflected in her side-view mirror while paying for gas Tuesday at a gas station in Salem, Ore. Oil futures blasted to a record near $123 a barrel Tuesday, gaining momentum as investors bought on a forecast of much higher prices and on any news hinting at supply shortages. Oil prices have nearly doubled from about $62 a barrel a year ago.

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Seniors from each Lawrence high school will be eligible to win a 1994 Honda del Sol by attending the Project Graduation party May 25. Representing their schools are, from left, seniors Erika O’Shea, Bishop Seabury Academy; Marie Fattaahi and Isaiah Dover, Veritas Christian School; Taylor Bussinger, Lawrence High; and Tristan Willits, Free State.

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J.P. and Corey Marchetti

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J.P. and Corey Marchetti cut her lemon-flavored wedding cake at their wedding reception catered by the contestants of Bravo’s “Top Chef,” a cooking reality show. The bride is a Lawrence native who was married in Chicago.

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Pulled pork sandwiches were some of the comfort food on the bride’s buffet.

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San Diego State University president Stephen Weber, right, and SDSU chief of police John Browning, left, stand over a guns and drugs seized during the arrest of 96 people on drug charges Tuesday in San Diego. Seventy-five SDSU students and 21 nonstudents were arrested after an undercover investigation of the college drug ring.

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The Eudora Extreme volleyball team finished its 14-1 season by claiming the league championship at the SZ Groundhog Tournament in Topeka. The team also claimed the championship at the Sunflower Slam at Kansas University. In the back row, from left, are coaches Paige Schultz and Jesi Stewart, both of Eudora, and Shannon McGraw, Shawnee. In the middle row are Chelsea Grammer and Morgan Wiley, both of Eudora, Jillian Jobe, Shawnee, and Auston Katzfey and Jennifer Pyle, both of Eudora. In the front row are Jennifer Bowser, Katelyn Abel and McKenzie Oller, all of Eudora. Theresa Abel submitted the picture.

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Lawrence High’s Megan Andrews, right, runs in to disrupt a pass by Shawnee Mission South’s Cara Hollingsworth. The Lions and Raiders clashed Tuesday at Youth Sports, Inc.

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Free State starter Kelson Boyer goes into his delivery during the first inning against Shawnee Mission Northwest Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at Free State High School.

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Free State runners Adam rock, front, and Jordan Dreiling close in on third base. The Firebirds defeated Shawnee Mission Northwest, 9-7, Tuesday at FSHS.

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Free State’s Alex Hardman, right, knocks fists with teammate E.J. Swanson after Swanson scored. Hardman followed up with a two-run home run.

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Free State second baseman Jordan Dreiling tags out Shawnee Mission Northwest runner Nick Feighner on an attempted steal during the second inning Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at Free State High School.

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Free State batter Cody Kukuk comes around on a pitch during the third inning against Shawnee Mission Northwest Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at Free State High School.

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Lawrence High senior Emily Lamb connects against Shawnee Mission Northwest. Lamb and her classmates were honored at Senior Night on Tuesday at Holcom Complex.

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“Bull’s-Eye” FSHS coach Mike Hill likes the way senior Alex Hardman keeps his eye on the target and always seems to hit it. “I’m not sure how he does it,” Hill said. “But he always hits his spots.”

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“The closer” Likely a No. 1 starter on most staffs around the state, sophomore Ryan Scott has been solid out of the bullpen as the Firebirds’ stopper.

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“Hollywood” Saddled with the responsibility of life in the spotlight, senior southpaw Caleb Gress has flashed his competitive fire and held down the Firebirds’ No. 1 position all season.

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“The rookie” Although he’s the only freshman on the Firebirds’ varsity roster, Cody Kukuk has made a huge splash this season and has a bright future. “He has a chance to be very special,” Free State coach Mike Hill said.

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“The Lown Mower” Known for his ability to mow down opposing hitters, senior Cody Lown has been a key cog in the Firebirds’ starting rotation this season.

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“The Tool man” A transfer from Eudora High and Kansas University signee, Kelson Boyer has the tools to become a dominant pitcher, Free State coach Mike Hill said.

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“The Brain” A true thinking-man’s pitcher, senior Brad Witmer succeeds with location. “He does as well with what he’s got as any kid we have,” Free State coach Mike Hill said.

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