Capt. John Barbee, a graduate of the Lawrence High School Class of 1986, will march in President Barack Obama’s inaugural parade on Monday with a group representing the U.S. Army Reserve.

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Kansas' Chelsea Gardner, center, battles with Texas Tech's Shauntal Nobles, left, and Chynna Brown for a rebound during the Red Raiders' 70-63 victory Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013, in Lubbock, Texas.

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"Cascade" by Kent Michael Smith

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“To the Stars Through Difficulties: A Kansas Renga in 150 Voices” (Mammoth Publishing, 2012).

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“You Don’t Know Me,” an embroidery piece by Kelly Nightengale, is one of the “ridiculous to profound” pieces of arts that will be on display at Make Love exhibit at the Percolator, 913 Rhode Island St., for this month’s Final Fridays event in Lawrence.

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“Acorn’s Revenge” by Skyla McCollum, which will also be on display at the Percolator's Make Love exhibit that will celebrate love in all its forms. McCollum says the piece “illustrates the lack of love between an acorn and a squirrel.”

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In this file photo, Khoi Pham, left, and Michael Drier, both with Beltman Group, of Lenexa, roll book carts into a moving truck on Jan. 7, 2013. The move to the former Borders bookstore at Seventh and New Hampshire streets is completed and the Lawrence Public Library opens at the temporary location Tuesday.

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Former Kansas State University English professor Thomas E. Murray, 56, was convicted in the 2003 murder of his ex-wife north of Lawrence. He is challenging his sentence Tuesday in a civil case in Douglas County District Court.

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Lawrence High senior Jake Mosiman (3) wipes sweat from his forehead late in the fourth quarter of Lawrence High's game against Highland Park in the championship game of the Topeka Invitational Tournament, Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Topeka West High School. The Lions fell 69-47 and ended up with second place honors.

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Lawrence High coach Mike Lewis walks back to the bench following a stoppage in play during Lawrence High's game against Highland Park in the championship game of the Topeka Invitational Tournament, Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Topeka West High School. The Lions fell 69-47 and ended up with second place honors.

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Lawrence High freshman Justin Roberts (5) shoots over a double team of Oshai Clark (35) and Tray Wheeler (12) during Lawrence High's game against Highland Park in the championship game of the Topeka Invitational Tournament, Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Topeka West High School. The Lions fell 69-47 and ended up with second place honors.

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Lawrence High senior Austin Abbott (4) has his shot sent into the stands by Oshai Clark (35) during Lawrence High's game against Highland Park in the championship game of the Topeka Invitational Tournament, Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Topeka West High School. The Lions fell 69-47 and ended up with second place honors.

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Lawrence High freshman Justin Roberts (5) reverses under the basket to avoid a possible block by Eddie Hunt during Lawrence High's game against Highland Park in the championship game of the Topeka Invitational Tournament, Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Topeka West High School. The Lions fell 69-47 and ended up with second place honors.

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Lawrence High freshman Justin Roberts (5) steals the ball away from Oshai Clark (35) during Lawrence High's game against Highland Park in the championship game of the Topeka Invitational Tournament, Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Topeka West High School. The Lions fell 69-47 and ended up with second place honors.

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Lawrence High sophomore John Barbee, center, gets tangled up with Shaffee Carr, right, and Oshai Clark (35) as they fight for possession during Lawrence High's game against Highland Park in the championship game of the Topeka Invitational Tournament, Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Topeka West High School. The Lions fell 69-47 and ended up with second place honors.

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Lawrence High sophomore John Barbee, left, battles on the boards for a rebound during Lawrence High's game against Highland Park in the championship game of the Topeka Invitational Tournament, Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Topeka West High School. The Lions fell 69-47 and ended up with second place honors.

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Lawrence High freshman Justin Roberts (5) uses his off hand to hold off Kameron Clark during Lawrence High's game against Highland Park in the championship game of the Topeka Invitational Tournament, Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Topeka West High School. The Lions fell 69-47 and ended up with second place honors.

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Lawrence High senior Jake Mosiman (3) creates a shot while Steffon Kyles (15) and Shaffee Carr (32) defend during Lawrence High's game against Highland Park in the championship game of the Topeka Invitational Tournament, Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Topeka West High School. The Lions fell 69-47 and ended up with second place honors.

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Lawrence High junior Jacob Seratte (35) has his shot blocked by Kameron Clark (13) during Lawrence High's game against Highland Park in the championship game of the Topeka Invitational Tournament, Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Topeka West High School. The Lions fell 69-47 and ended up with second place honors.

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Lawrence High sophomore Anthony Bonner (15) splits a double team of Jahmal McMurrary (0) and Tray Wheeler (12) as he flies through the lane during Lawrence High's game against Highland Park in the championship game of the Topeka Invitational Tournament, Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Topeka West High School. The Lions fell 69-47 and ended up with second place honors.

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Lawrence High sophomore Anthony Bonner, right, loses control of the ball as he stumbles trying to drive past Oshai Clark (35) during Lawrence High's game against Highland Park in the championship game of the Topeka Invitational Tournament, Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Topeka West High School. The Lions fell 69-47 and ended up with second place honors.

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Mia Herrin 6, of Lawrence, and a Broken Arrow School student, poses for a photo for her dad wearing a pair of eagle wings during Kaw Valley Eagles Day on Saturday at Free State High School.

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Allie Lindner, 6, of Lawrence, wears an a eagle hat she made as part of Kaw Valley Eagles Day on Saturday at Free State High School.

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Kansas guard Ben McLemore roars after dunking against Texas during a comeback run by the Jayhawks late in the second half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas guard Elijah Johnson puts up a floater against the Texas defense during the second half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas guard Ben McLemore stretches out with the Jayahawks prior to tipoff against Texas on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas guard Travis Releford tosses his wristbands to a gathering of a Jayhawk fans following their 64-59 win over Texas on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas guard Travis Releford celebrates with his teammates after the Jayhawks' 64-59 win over Texas during the second half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas guard Travis Releford celebrates as time expires in the Jayhawks' 64-59 comeback win against Texas on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas guard Elijah Johnson grabs the attention of his teammates with seconds left against Texas during the second half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas guard Naadir Tharpe chases down a loose ball past Texas guard Javan Felix late in the second half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas center Jeff Withey knocks away a shot from Texas guard Javan Felix with time waning during the second half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas guard Naadir Tharpe swoops in for a bucket against Texas forward Ioannis Papapetrou during the second half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas head coach Bill Self rubs his forehead after a turnover by the Jayhawks against Texas during the second half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas guard Ben McLemore celebrates a dunk against Texas late in the second half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas players Kevin Young, left, and Jamari Traylor give some celebratory encouragement after a dunk by Ben McLemore against Texas during the second half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas teammates Elijah Johnson (15) and Kevin Young (40) strategize during a break from action against Texas during the second half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas forward Kevin Young kicks up a heel as he fights for a rebound with Texas forward Connor Lammert (21) and Julien Lewis, left, during the second half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas guard Ben McLemore and Texas guard Javan Felix look for a possession call from a game official during the second half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas teammates Jeff Withey (5) and Perry Ellis battle for a rebound with Texas players Cameron Ridley (55) and Julien Lewis during the second half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas. Also pictured is Kansas guard Ben McLemore.

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Kansas guard Naadir Tharpe drives around Texas center Prince Ibeh during the second half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas guard Ben McLemore dishes off a pass to Naadir Tharpe as he is guarded by Texas guard Julien Lewis during the second half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas guard Travis Releford gets a bucket past Texas players Demarcus Holland and Ioannis Papapetrou during the first half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas forward Jamari Traylor gets caught behind Texas defenders Julien Lewis, front, and Cameron Ridley as they pull away a rebound during the first half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Texas forward Jaylen Bond dumps a pass to center Cameron Ridley over Kansas center Jeff Withey during the first half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas guard Travis Releford drives to the bucket against Texas guard Javan Felix during the first half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Texas center Prince Ibeh turns for a shot over Kansas forward Jamari Traylor during the first half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Texas guard Sheldon McClellan puts up a shot over Kansas guard Travis Releford during the first half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Kansas guard Elijah Johnson is defended by Texas players Cameron Ridley, left, and Julien Lewis during the first half on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

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Barbara A. “Granny” Wiggins

Emily Charlotte Sack and Caleb Jackson Winters

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Students from Bishop Seabury Academy finish packing Thanksgiving meals at the Salvation Army in Lawrence. Pictured, from left, are Margaret Uhler, CoCo Chan and Sofia Dominguez, who were part of the 20-student team. Margie Lawrence, Bishop Seabury Academy, submitted the photo.