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Kansas lawmaker files legislation to restrict abortion Opponents say decision should be between woman and her doctor

By Scott Rothschild srothschild@ljworld.com

TOPEKA — A Kansas legislator has filed a bill that would prohibit late-term abortions that are currently allowed for mental health reasons.

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Under Kansas law, late-term abortions can be performed on fetuses after the 21st week of pregnancy only if a woman or a girl faces death or harm to a major bodily function, which includes mental health.

House Bill 2007, by Rep. Steve

Huebert, R-Valley Center, states, “Bodily function means physical function. The term ‘bodily function’ does not include mental or emotional functions.”

Huebert said Tuesday, “I do believe it (the mental health exception) has been used to cir-

cumvent laws that regulate lateterm abortions.”

Huebert said he expects laws passed by Kansas and other states that further restrict abortion will ultimately be decided by the U.S. Supreme Court. He also said his proposal may become part of a broader bill in the current legislative session

Winter wonderland for some, headache for others Bitter cold remains There’s no snow in the forecast for today, but it’s not exactly warming up, either. The National Weather Service is calling for a high of 13 degrees during the day, with a wind out of the northwest about 10 mph. The sun should be out, but the wind chill will make the temperature feel like minus 8 to minus 18 degrees.

Overnight, the low temperature is expected to drop to minus 6.

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THE HILLS CAME ALIVE WITH SLEDDERS Tuesday at Alvamar Country Club as the Lawrence school district declared a second snow day in a row. Kennedi Wright, from left, Allie Knapp and Becca Moran all tried to outsled one another. BELOW: James Black, 14 months, played in the snow Monday and got a rude awakening when a handful went up his sleeve.

By Brenna Hawley bhawley@ljworld.com

Snow-packed roads and a day with at least 6 inches of snowfall has made commuting in and out of Lawrence more difficult than usual.

Justin Langford, a Lawrence resident who commutes to downtown Topeka for work, thought 20 minutes would be enough extra time to get to work Monday morning in the bad weather. Turns out, that wasn’t even close. A drive that normally takes him 35 minutes took an hour and 15 minutes.

“I was just sitting there,” he said.

Langford is one of approximately 8,000 people who commute daily from Lawrence to Topeka on the Kansas Turnpike, according to a rough estimate from the Kansas Turnpike Authority.

Langford said Interstate 70 between Lawrence and Topeka was fine, but the streets in each city were hard to navigate.

“Once I got to Topeka, it was a mess,” he said.

Lawrence is working hard to treat its streets right now, said Megan Gilliland, communications manager for the city.

Crews have been on the roads

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Lawrence property owners have until 8 a.m. Thursday to clear public sidewalks of snow. Last winter the city issued about 200 tickets and received about 790 complaints. The fine for a violation is $20 per day, plus court costs. since Monday evening in residential areas, and she said the city expected to have all of those streets treated and plowed by Wednesday morning.

“Crews continue 24-hour operations until we feel the roads are in conditional for normal operations,” she said.

Aaron Ladage, a web designer for Kansas University Relations, commutes from Overland Park to Lawrence every day, and he worked from home on Monday after feeling sick and realizing the driving wouldn’t be easy.

Tuesday’s drive wasn’t terrible, he said, but still took about 20 minutes longer than normal. His normal route of Kansas Highway 10 was unpredictable, as well.

“There were some spots where the lane was fine, and then it was snow-packed,” he said.

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MAKING UP THOSE MISSED DAYS OF SCHOOL Students in Lawrence school district may have enjoyed the past two days out of school, but Rick Doll counters with a dose of reality.

“You have to make them up,” the superintendent said Tuesday, the second consecutive day he’d canceled classes because of inclement weather. “The bad news is: For two Fridays in Doll April, they’re absolutely going to school.”

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weather makeup days” designated in the district’s calendar for 2010-11.

If no classes had been canceled this winter, students and teachers would have stayed home — or anywhere else — both days.

But there is a bright side.

Because the district scheduled two “inclement weather days,” the state won’t require any make ups for the next two snow days, should Doll decide to cancel classes because of snow, ice or anything else.

The next snow day and the next would be a free pass — although Doll would much prefer to keep schools open from here on out.

“We’re working to educate these kids,” he said. “We need all the time we can get.”

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Let’s talk, downtown Lawrence.

City commissioners said Tuesday they’re interested in at least having a conversation about a proposal to construct a five-story building on a prominent public parking lot in the center of downtown.

“These are the types of projects that have the potential to make downtown better,” Commissioner Lance Johnson said. “People living downtown and working downtown are how you fill the stores downtown.”

But such projects also are the CITY type that create lots of questions.

That’s why commissioners said COMMISSION before they talk about the project in any detail, they want Lawrence architect Paul Werner — who is proposing the project — to have an open meeting with downtown property owners who would be impacted.

As reported last week, Werner — and to a lesser degree, Lawrence businessman Thomas Fritzel — have been working on concept plans for a fivestory building that would be built on the cityowned parking lot on the east side of the 800 block of Vermont Street. The project would include either 48 apartment units and 44,400 square feet

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that could contain other restrictions.

Some Kansas legislators have said they want to consider a law similar to one approved in Nebraska that outlaws abortion after 20 weeks of pregnancy based on the claim that fetuses

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PHOENIX — Arizona legislators quickly approved emergency legislation Tuesday to head off picketing by a Topeka, Kan., church near the funeral service for a 9-year-old girl who was killed in the Tucson shootings.

Unanimous votes by the Christina House and Senate sent the bill to Gov. Jan Brewer, who signed it Tuesday evening. It took effect immediately.

The bill “will assure that the victims of Saturday’s tragic shooting in Tucson will be laid Please see ARIZONA, page 2A

COMING THURSDAY Gov. Sam Brownback delivers his State of the State Address, outlining his goals for Kansas.

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DEATHS G ERALDINE J EFFERSON VOSS BARTLESVILLE, OKLA. — A memorial service for Geraldine Jefferson Voss, 93, Lawrence, will be at 10 a.m.

Jan. 21 in the Sneed Chapel of the First United Methodist Church in Bartlesville, with the Rev. Dr. Robert L. Shelton and the Rev. Michael J. Shelton officiating. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Voss the Stumpff Funeral Home in Bartlesville.

Mrs. Voss died Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2011, at Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community in Lawrence, Kan. She was born Nov. 24, 1917, in Buffalo, Kan., the daughter of Lloyd Nicholas and Hazel Fenton Jefferson. At an early age, she and her family moved to Garnett, Kan. Mrs. Voss graduated from Garnett High School and from Emporia State College (formerly Kansas State Teachers College). She later taught school in Fall River and Garnett.

Mrs. Voss lived in Borger, Texas, and Bartlesville before moving to Lawrence.

She was a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church in Bartlesville, having served several terms on the Church Administrative Board. Mrs. Voss was also an active member of United Methodist Women. She was a member of P.E.O. Sisterhood, Chapter CH, for more than 70 years, and a member of the Bartlesville Service League.

She married Murray D. Voss in August 1942. He preceded her in death in 2005.

Survivors include two daughters, Mary Carolyn Shelton and husband Dr. Robert L., Lawrence, and Kathleen Marie Humphries and husband David E., San Antonio; two grandsons, David A. Shelton and the Rev. Michael J. Shelton; three great-granddaughters, Ellie Grace, Anna Katherine and Mary Caroline Shelton; and a twin sister, Jo Ann Koch, Beloit, Wis. The family suggests memorials to the church, sent to P.O. Box 1136, Bartlesville, OK 74005.

ARDELL NATHAN Funeral services for Ardell Nathan, 77, Lawrence, are pending and will be announced by Warren-

McElwain Mortuary.

He died Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2011, at his home in Lawrence.

FRANCIS W. B LAUFUSS WESTPHALIA — Mass of Christian Burial for Francis W. Blaufuss, 89, Westphalia, will be at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Teresa Catholic Church in Westphalia. Burial will follow in St. Teresa Cemetery in Westphalia.

Mr. Blaufuss, the father of Kathie Baldwin of Lawrence,

died Monday, Jan. 10, 2011, at Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, Mo., following complications from a stroke.

The family will greet friends following a rosary at 7 p.m. Thursday at St. Teresa Church in Westphalia.

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to rest in peace with the full dignity and respect that they deserve,” Brewer said in a statement, praising lawmakers for “a remarkable spirit of unity and togetherness.”

Without specifically mentioning the Tucson shooting, the new law prohibits protests at or near funeral sites.

Dozens of lawmakers cosponsored the bill, and legislative action was completed within 90 minutes. The Senate’s committee hearing took just three minutes.

The Westboro Baptist Church said Monday it plans to picket Thursday’s funeral for Christina Taylor Green because “God sent the shooter to deal with idolatrous America.” The fundamentalist church has picketed many military funerals to draw attention to its view that the deaths are God’s punishment for the nation’s tolerance of homosexuality.

Lawmakers denounced the church’s plan to picket a child’s funeral.

“This is just horrific that ... people have to deal with this.

We shouldn’t have to do this in time of great pain for our state,” said Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, a Phoenix Democrat.

The girl was the youngest of the six people killed during the shooting at an event held

by U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, who was among 14 people injured. Giffords was shot in the head and critically wounded.

Numerous states have passed laws restricting protests at funerals after

members of the Westboro church began protesting at the funerals of soldiers killed in Iraq and Afghanistan.

The Arizona legislation is modeled on an Ohio law that was upheld by the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, Sinema said.

The four-paragraph Arizona bill makes it a misdemeanor punishable by up to six months in jail to picket or conduct other protest activities within 300 feet of a funeral or burial service — about the length of a football field.

The prohibition applies from one hour before the event to one hour after.

Shirley Phelps-Roper, a church member and a daughter of its pastor, said the prohibition wouldn’t matter because church members plan to picket at one of two intersections more than 1,000 feet from the church where the girl’s service will be held.

Phelps-Roper also said church members plan picketing Friday in conjunction with a service for another victim of the shooting, U.S. District Judge John M. Roll.

Sen. Paula Aboud, a Tucson Democrat, said volunteers in Tucson were organizing a human shield to block the protesters from view of victim family members.

Sinema said the prohibition applies only to funeral and burial sites because courts have struck down picketing prohibitions for procession routes.

“This is a good compromise that doesn’t trample our God-given rights,” said Senate President Russell Pearce, a Mesa Republican.

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can feel pain at that point.

There has also been talk of again approving measures that were vetoed by former governors Kathleen Sebelius and Mark Parkinson, both of whom supported a woman’s right to an abortion.

Gov. Sam Brownback, a Republican who took office on Monday, opposes abortion rights and has said he will sign legislation to further restrict abortions.

In 2009, there were 9,474 abortions performed in Kansas, according to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Of that number, 121 were late-term abortions.

Peter Brownlie, president and chief executive officer of

Planned Parenthood of Kansas and Mid-Missouri, said the organization would fight legislation to restrict abortions.

“Our position is that complex physical and mental health issues are up to doctors and patients to decide, and not the Legislature,” Brownlie said. He said if legislators want to reduce the number of abortions they should ensure access to lowcost birth control and support sex education in schools.

Concerning Huebert’s bill, Brownlie said, “There is a whole string of case law at the federal level indicating that the mental health of a woman has to be considered in these complex and difficult situations.”

He said it was likely

Brownback would sign an anti-abortion bill into law, and then abortion rights supporters would probably challenge it in court.

Brownlie also said the number of late-term abortions done in Kansas, which Huebert’s bill deals with, will be lower when 2010 figures are released because of the murder of Dr. George Tiller.

Tiller’s clinic was one of the few in the nation performing late-term abortions.

Tiller was shot and killed May 31, 2009, while serving as an usher at his church.

Anti-abortion activist Scott Roeder is serving a life sentence in prison for murdering Tiller.

of office space or 86 apartments and 12,000 square feet of office space, depending on office demand. The portion of the building near Ninth and Vermont streets also would have 15,000 square feet that developers ideally want to fill with a grocery store.

The project would include anywhere from three to three-and-half levels of covered parking. Werner is guaranteeing the city would have at least 159 public parking spaces — the same amount that exists in the current lot — as part of the project. Plans call for about another 200 spaces as part of the project, reserved for apartments, offices and other users.

Some city commissioners indicated some of those details will need to be tweaked in the future.

“I think we’re definitely going to want to see a better return on our parking investment,” City Commissioner Aron Cromwell said.

Cromwell also said the idea of securing a grocery tenant for the project also was critical.

“If you changed that from a grocery store into a Walgreens, I don’t think it would have the same amount of appeal,” he said.

The project isn’t appealing to everybody currently. Dan Ranjbar, a Lawrence orthodontist who also owns retail property in the 800 block of Massachusetts, said he is concerned the new project won’t be as accommodating to motorists who currently use

the city parking lot.

“The reason for doing this development is unclear to me,” Ranjbar said. “Bringing more housing downtown might be one reason, but I think there are other places you can do that.”

Werner, though, said he looked forward to meeting with downtown merchants and property owners in the near future.

“I still believe that when they think about the number of people who would be living so close to their business, they will see the benefits,” Werner said.

Before the project moves along too far, the city will have to decide whether it wants to hear from other developers on the matter.

Lawrence businessman Doug Compton sent a letter to commissioners asking that other companies be allowed to submit a proposal for the property, if the city is interested in changing its current use.

Commissioners stopped short of committing to that, but Mayor Mike Amyx said he wanted staff to thoroughly review any legal requirements the city may have in regards to opening up the property for development.

“I think that’s an item that will be brought back up again,” Amyx said. “I think we’ll need to work at this a little bit slowly.”

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BRIEFLY MidAmerica Nazarene to cut 21 jobs

Boy rescued after tongue stuck on pole

NORAD Tracks Santa sets record for calls

OLATHE — MidAmerica Nazarene University has announced it will cut 21 positions to save the Olathe-based university about $1.2 million.

The Kansas City Star reported that the savings are about 3.5 percent of MidAmerica Nazarene’s current $34 million budget.

The school said its faculty and staff reductions are expected to come from academic programs with low or decreasing enrollments and will also involve some administrative units.

The university, which has about 1,766 students, said it relies primarily on tuition, student fees and gift contributions for revenue. It has awarded more than $9 million in scholarships to its traditional undergraduate students this year.

WOODWARD, OKLA. — What began as a dare between two brothers ended with a trip to the hospital for one of them.

The Woodward Fire Department was called around 7:30 a.m. Tuesday after a teacher called to report that an 8-yearold boy’s tongue was stuck on a pole.

Officials say when fire crews arrived, they saw the boy standing on his tiptoes, trying to wriggle his frozen tongue free from a stop sign pole across the street from Woodward Middle School.

Paramedics were able to help the boy by pouring water on his tongue. Once free, the boy told officials he got stuck after his brother dared him to lick the pole.

Officials say the boy was taken to a Woodward hospital for treatment.

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, COLO. — NORAD says its Santa-tracking program logged a record number of phone calls and e-mails on Christmas Eve. The North American Aerospace Defense Command said Tuesday that volunteers answered more than 80,000 phone calls and more than 7,000 e-mails. In 2009, the program answered 74,000 phone calls and 3,500 e-mails.

The website had nearly 15.5 million unique visitors, up from 13 million the previous year.

First lady Michelle Obama answered calls via a phone hookup from Hawaii, where her family was vacationing. It’s believed to be the first time a first lady participated.

The program started in 1955 when a newspaper ad printed the wrong number for a Santa hotline.

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Task force would study trash system er fee than people who don’t. are reluctant to change someSome commissioners even thing because it is going to cost went so far as to predict such more, well, it already is going to cost more.” changes will be needCommissioners also ed to keep the city didn’t throw out the trash system financialidea of allowing a prily feasible in the vate company to take future. over the city’s trash “It is important for service. City commiseverybody to realize sioner Mike Dever said that the status quo will he wants to eventually cost more next year CITY COMMISSION have a private party and the year after that submit a bid on for the because landfill fees are going up, labor costs are city’s trash service, once city going up, health care costs are leaders determine exactly what going up,” City Commissioner they want that service to look Aron Cromwell said. “If people like.

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Doctor: Giffords breathing on her own Rep. Gabrielle Giffords reached an important step in her recovery from a bullet through her head, breathing on her own for the first time and moving both arms, doctors said Tuesday in what was expected to be a long recuperation.

Giffords still has a breathing tube in place as a precaution, said her neurosurgeon Dr. Michael Lemole.

“I’m happy to say that she’s holding her own,” he said.

Giffords, a three-term Democrat, remained in critical condition at Tucson’s University Medical Center since Saturday when she was shot during a meeting with constituents. The attack killed six and injured 14 others. Six remained hospitalized.

Doctors previously reported Giffords raised two fingers with her left hand and gave a thumbs-up when responding to verbal commands. Now they say she is moving her arms.

2 | WASHINGTON, D.C.

State of the Union will be Jan. 25 President Barack Obama will deliver the State of the Union speech to a joint session of Congress on Jan. 25, his first opportunity to address the full assembly of lawmakers under the new divided government.

House Speaker John Boehner sent a letter to Obama on Tuesday inviting him to speak in two weeks. The White House promptly accepted.

The address is an opportunity for the president to lay out an agenda for the year, charting a course for domestic and foreign policy. This year’s address is being closely watched for signs of how far Obama will go to work with Republicans, particularly on economic policies and on efforts to reduce the nation’s long-term debt.

3 | NIGERIA

19 killed in rifle, machete attacks Men armed with rifles and machetes killed 19 people in attacks on three villages in volatile central Nigeria, authorities said Tuesday.

Three homes were attacked in the Christian village of Kuru Station about 18 miles from the central Nigerian city of Jos, a flashpoint of religious tension between Christians and Muslims, a community leader said.

“It was a very terrible scene, a very pathetic scene,” Riyom local government chairman Simon Mwaekwom told The Associated Press on Tuesday.

He said villagers told him armed men woke up the houses’ occupants around midnight with gunshots and forced them out before setting their homes ablaze and attacking them with machetes. In total, 19 people died in the assaults and at least three others were injured, police say.

4 | ILLINOIS

Bill to abolish death penalty advances A bill to abolish the death penalty in Illinois is on its way to Democratic Gov. Pat Quinn.

The state Senate voted 32-25 Tuesday to abolish the punishment. The House passed the legislation last week.

The landmark action comes more than a decade after then-Gov. George Ryan cleared death row and declared a moratorium on capital punishment in Illinois.

It’s not clear what Quinn will do with the bill. The Chicago Democrat supports the death penalty but has continued the moratorium.

Critics say the state’s capital punishment system is fundamentally flawed and point to Illinois’ record of wrongly convicting innocent people.

Supporters of capital punishment say Illinois has created new safeguards. They also say execution should be kept as a deterrent and a bargaining chip to get confessions.

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40 die as monsoon rains consume area Disaster officials say heavy monsoon rains drenching the eastern Philippines for two weeks have drowned seven more people, pushing the death toll to 40 with seven missing.

The government’s national disaster council said that two children aged 6 and a third aged 9 are among the victims of flash floods that hit Samar Island on Tuesday.

Eight other people were injured as floodwaters 10 foot high blocked highways, overflowed bridges, isolated towns and damaged hundreds of houses.

Over 1 million people have been affected by the floods in the northern, central and southern Philippines. Some 25,000 have sought shelter in evacuation centers, nearly half of them in Albay province in the central Bicol region.

Special plastic trash carts and changes in how residents are charged for trash service are ideas still very much alive at Lawrence City Hall.

After a Tuesday afternoon study session, a majority of commissioners said they want a new task force that will study such ideas as automated trash trucks that would require the use of special carts and a new billing system that would charge people who regularly throw away lots of trash a high-

“I think we need to know whether we can provide the service on an equal level with a third party,” Dever said.

But first, the city needs to determine what changes it wants to make to the trash system. Commissioners informally agreed Tuesday to create a new task force that will study the issue. A formal proposal for creating the task force — including ideas about who may serve on it — will be brought before commissioners on Feb. 8.

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Westar begins transition in Lawrence Crews install state’s first smart meters

By Christine Metz cmetz@ljworld.com

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After months of behind-thescenes work, residents will begin to see for themselves what Westar Energy’s SmartStar program is all about.

The state’s f irst smart meters are being installed in Lawrence this week.

On Tuesday, a utility crew was bundled up in triple layers to withstand the frigid temperatures as they swapped out the old mechanical meters with digital ones at Trailridge Apartments, 2500 W. Sixth St. This new generation of meters, know as smart meters, will provide information that has the potential to revolutionize how electric companies price energy and customers consume it.

Westar’s $39 million SmartStar project, half of which is being funded by a federal grant, is the first of its kind in Kansas.

“This is the first step in upgrading the distribution system in Lawrence with smart meter infrastructure,” said

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JOHN VALDEZ INSTALLS WESTAR ENERGY'S NEW SMART METERS Tuesday at Graystone Apartments, 2512 W. Sixth St. The new meters will enable Westar to create programs that offer alternatives to using electricity during peak energy-use hours and help consumers save energy. The program may include things such as controllable thermostats, time-of-use pricing plans and other in-home energy management approaches. Lawrence customers are the first in Kansas to receive smart meters.

Matt Lehrman, a SmartStar program analyst with Westar.

Westar has spent the past nine months setting up the technology needed to connect the smart meters in Lawrence to a computer and software hub in Topeka.

New KU hire to help with entrepreneurship

By Andy Hyland ahyland@ljworld.com

As she comes to Kansas University, Julie Goonewardene is all about helping turn faculty ideas into marketable ideas.

And those who worked with her at Purdue University say she’s one of the best around at it.

Those former col- Goonewardene leagues include KU’s Provost Jeff Vitter, who worked with her as a former dean of sciences at Purdue.

Goonewardene (it’s pro-

nounced goon-WAR-den) came to Purdue in 2005 after working with three different start-up companies.

She has worked at the Purdue Research Foundation in several roles, including as director of business development.

Goonewardene will start work at KU next week as associate vice chancellor for innovation and entrepreneurship.

She will work with both the Lawrence and KU Medical Center campuses.

She said she has a passion for helping faculty members be as successful as possible with start-up companies, including helping them with business plans and introducPlease see NEW, page 5A

Crews that Westar contracted through Vanguard Utility Service have been in Lawrence since Friday installing new meters. Over the next two weeks, Westar expects to install 1, 500 meters in the Deerfield neighborhood.

Westar selected Deerfield as its pilot neighborhood and plans to start installing 44,000 meters in the rest of Lawrence in the late spring. The Deerfield neighborhood runs north Please see SMART, page 5A

Brownback to deliver State of the State address today J-W staff reports

Topeka — Gov. Sam Brownback will outline his priorities for the 2011 legislative session during his State of the State address today and then fill in the details with release of his budget proposal on Thursday.

Sworn into office on Monday, Brownback, a Republican, will give his speech in the Kansas House chamber at 6:30 p.m.

The event will be broadcast live on public television stations statewide.

Brownback is expected to reveal some of his proposals in the speech. Democratic leaders plan a news conference following the speech to respond.

The state has been emerging

from a deep recession, which has caused several budget cuts over the past two years and the recent enactment of a 1-cent increase in the state sales tax.

But state government still faces an estimated $550 million revenue deficit.

Brownback has said he wants to protect education and social services but also reduce the size of government.

On Thursday, Brownback’s policy director Landon Fulmer will provide a budget overview to the House Appropriations Committee and Senate Ways and Means Committee.

In his inaugural address on Monday, Brownback said, “Our administration will focus on the basics.”

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The decision was made Tuesday evening at a courthouse in Oskaloosa. Fox will replace Caleb Stegall in the role. Stegall is set to become Gov. Sam Brownback’s chief counsel.

Fox was one of Stegall’s assistants, and according to Republican Party chairman Travis Oliver, he was the only candidate being considered for the position.

KU Hospital donates $1M to cancer center John Minoglio, stay-at-home dad, Lawrence “Rum and Coke.”

WESTWOOD — Kansas University Hospital gave the KU Cancer Center $1 million Tuesday in support of its quest to achieve National Cancer Institute designation.

KU Hospital’s authority board approved the payment.

The board agreed to give $1 million annually to the cancer center’s effort as part of the hospital’s affiliation agreement

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KU’s Cancer Center will formally request NCI designation in September of this year.

In addition to bringing early clinical cancer trials to the area, the designation would be an economic boon for the state and region.

The university won’t hear whether it has received the designation until mid-2012 at the earliest.

Rural home engulfed by fire Flames fully enveloped a house in Leavenworth County northwest of Linwood Tuesday in a fire that occurred while the residents were away from home.

The single-family residence is at 21282 Cantrell Road, between Interstate 70 and Kansas Highway 32 in rural Leavenworth County.

Leavenworth County Sheriff’s officials at the scene about 1:30 p.m. said firefighters from the Sherman and Reno township fire departments had the fire under control, but they had not yet been able to determine the extent of the damage or the cause of the fire.

The visible portion of the house had collapsed, with a brick chimney still standing.

The rest was obscured by smoke.

The officials said the Leavenworth County Sheriff’s Office would release more information today.

Family’s home, cars lost to fire A fire Monday night caused extensive damage to a Leavenworth County couple’s home as firefighters fought the blaze and frigid temperatures for several hours.

No one was injured in the fire at 18326 182nd St., east of Tonganoxie. The couple escaped the fire and called 911, but firefighters believe some cats perished, said Stranger Township Fire Chief Mark Billquist.

Firefighters were called to the residence just before 11 p.m., and they saw fire coming from the roof.

The extent of the fire when they arrived caused firefighters to take a defensive stance and fight it from the outside before they got it under control around 6 a.m.

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Firefighters did rescue one cat, but the fire chief said the house and two vehicles in the walk-in basement are likely a total loss.

Investigators are still determining the cause of the fire, but Billquist said it’s not believed to be suspicious.

According to the Leavenworth County Sheriff’s office, it caused an estimated $200,000 in damage.

The residents indicated they would stay with family in the area, Billquist said.

Firefighters from Fairmount and Sherman townships also assisted as well as the city of Tonganoxie’s fire department.

Historical society taps new director Douglas County Historical Society has hired Steve Nowak of Toledo, Ohio, as its executive director.

A search committee at the society spent several months searching for candidates before deciding on Nowak, who worked at the Toledo Museum of Art for 22 years.

Nowak worked as director of education and community outreach and as a curatorial consultant in decorative arts while with the museum.

As a member of senior management, he was involved with decisions regarding art classes, public and outreach programs, teacher resources and school tours.

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Those who want to adjust their home thermostat from the comfort off their office or even living room recliner might want to consider Westar Energy’s programmable thermostat program.

Westar is offering a free, professionally installed programmable thermostat that allows customers to manage the temperature of their home from any computer with Internet access.

In exchange for the thermostat, Westar Energy will be able to cycle on and off the home’s air conditioner or heat pump on the hottest afternoons of the summer. In about 15 minute intervals, the heating and cooling system’s compressor will operate at

about 50 percent of its normal run time. The cycling only occurs on weekdays, never on weekends or holidays, and lasts for about four hours.

All other times, customers have complete control over their thermostat. The program is voluntary.

The program allows Westar to better balance the demand for electricity during peak times, and customers can save up to 20 percent on heating and cooling costs.

Westar began installing the programmable thermostats in Wichita in the fall of 2009.

They have since launched marketing campaigns for the program in other cities.

The programmable thermostats, which are valued at around $300, have been available in Lawrence for several months. However, Westar

hasn’t promoted the program here for fear it could be confused with its smart meter program, Westar spokeswoman Gina Penzig said.

The two are not connected, but having a programmable thermostat is one example of how consumers can take advantage of the information they get from their smart meters.

Customers can enroll online at westarenergy.com or call the WattSaver toll-free hotline at 1-888-753-6523.

Signing up for a programmable thermostat is one of the steps residents can take to participate in the Take Charge Challenge, a statewide energy savings competition that pits Lawrence against Manhattan.

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of Sixth Street and south of Peterson Road and west of the Lawrence Country Club and east of Kasold Drive.

Westar has notified customers about the meter exchange, and crews don’t have to go inside homes. To exchange the meters takes five to 10 minutes, and power will go out for about a minute.

“It’s fairly quick and easy,”

Lehrman said.

Once the meters are installed, residents won’t notice anything different. But in the next few months, customers will be able to go online to see how much energy they are using on an hourly basis the day after it is used.

The smart meters also will allow Westar to more easily identify where power outages occur, Lehrman said.

Eventually, Westar will

offer pilot rate plans for those who want to voluntarily participate. The idea is that energy will cost more during the times of day when demand is at its highest and cost less during the times of low use.

By having fewer people use energy during peak times, Westar hopes to delay having to build more power plants.

— Reporter Christine Metz can be reached at 832-6352.

New associate vice chancellor to focus on entrepreneurship efforts opportunities available for working with faculty meming them to potential bers. investors.

“I come from an academic “There is nothing in the family,” she said. “My father traditional faculty career and several of my cousins are path that trains them to professors. I care a great deal become an entrepreneur,” and have a great admiration she said. for what happens at a univerDan Raftery, a chemistry sity.” professor at Purdue, said he One area of focus at KU leaned on Goonewardene will be bringing in many difwhen establishing his busi- ferent disciplines of the uniness, Matrix-Bio, versity to help with which features a entrepreneurship. diagnostic screenPeople skilled in ing to help with communications, early detection of she said, can help breast cancer. new businesses He knew he communicate effecwanted to become tively with the pubKANSAS an entrepreneur lic.

UNIVERSITY when the business Raftery said at began in 2006 but Purdue, Goonewardidn’t know some of the dene helped him connect basics, he said. with business students who Goonewardene gave him contributed to his business advice and direction, includ- plan. ing shaping his business P urdue has long been plan, tempering his expecta- plugged into entrepreneurtions and f inding angel ial opportunities — its decades-old P urdue investors.

“She has a very, very broad Research Park on campus is network,” Raftery said. “She’s home to more than 140 comone of the best-connected panies and employs more people in the state. It’s going than 2,700 people.

The park has been a good to be a real loss for Purdue source of high-quality jobs and a real gain for Kansas.”

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Simien to speak at community breakfast The Lawrence community can honor Martin Luther King Jr., eat a full breakfast and hear a speech by a Kansas University basketball favorite all at the same time Monday morning.

Ecumenical Fellowship Inc. is hosting a community breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Monday at Maceli’s, 1031 N.H. Former KU basketball standout Wayne Simien will be the guest speaker.

Paul Winn Jr., an organizer of the breakfast, said the event is important to the community to continue Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy.

“It is healthy for all of our community to come together,” he said.

The breakfast is $10. Admission is paid at the door.

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looming nearby, Raftery said.

And entrepreneurial opportunities such as the ones Goonewardene offers can help retain quality faculty, too, he said.

When companies successfully license technologies, it can be a financial boon for both the universit y a n d t h e i nve n t o r, Goonewardene said. But often, it means more than that, she said. In the case of Raftery’s Matrix-Bio, his potential new screening for breast cancer could save a mother, a daughter or an aunt. And helping people accomplish that type of goal is her real passion, she said.

She said she was looking forward to coming to KU, where she said she sees great opportunities for entrepreneurial success in KU’s strong pharmacy and engineering programs, as well as other areas.

“I think KU’s a little bit of a well-kept secret,” she said. “I think in this central part of the country, we tend to be a little modest. We’ll probably boast a little more about KU than we have in the past.”

— Higher education reporter Andy Hyland can be reached at 832-6388. Follow him on Twitter at twitter.com/LJW_KU.

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Census shows long-distance moves at record low

By Hope Yen Associated Press Writer

WASHINGTON — Americans are shunning long-distance moves at record levels as many young adults, struggling without jobs, opt to stay put rather than relocate to other parts of the U.S. The new information from the Census Bureau highlights the extreme pressure that the sluggish economy is putting on people in this country, especially those in some of the hardest hit groups.

“It is truly a Great Depression for young adults,” said Andrew Sum, an economics professor and the director of the Center for Labor Market Studies at Northeastern University in Boston. “Young adults are working at lower rates than they ever worked before since World War II. As a result, you would expect migration to fall because they have nowhere to go to.”

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Young adults are working at lower rates than they ever worked before since World War II. As a result, you would expect migration to fall because they have nowhere to go to.”

— Economics professor Andrew Sum tance moves across states fell to roughly 4.3 million people, or 1.4 percent, down from 1.6 percent in 2009. It was the lowest level since the government began tracking movers in 1948.

Among adults ages 25-29, about 3.2 percent moved to a new state last year, down from 3.7 percent. Moving rates for college graduates, who historically are more likely to relocate out of state, remained flat at a low of 2.1 percent.

Moves by those lacking a

college degree dipped slightly.

The young adults staying put for now include Rodrigo Canido, 28, a graduate business student at American University in Washington, D.C. He recently earned a law degree at the school but opted to stay on a little longer to pursue a MBA after many of his classmates complained of difficulty finding jobs.

Originally from San Francisco, Canido says he hopes to return to California and is optimistic he can find something at least part-time until he can get a “dream job” as a lawyer. “It’s a lot of debt, but it’s been difficult for everyone in this job market. In the long run, I think having a business and law degree will be beneficial,” he said.

William H. Frey, a demographer at Brookings Institution who analyzed the data, noted that cities seeing relative gains were the handful that offered the promise of specialized tech jobs and hip

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study at least three key ideas: ● Conversion to more fully-automated trucks. The trucks — some of which have robotic-like arms that pick up trash containers — generally require smaller crew sizes.

But the systems often require residents to use special plastic carts and prohibit people from setting out a traditional trash can or sack at the curb. ● Creation of a variable pricing system. Some commissioners have expressed concern that all residential customers are charged a flat monthly rate, regardless of how much trash they throw away. With a system that requires people to use special plastic carts, the city may be able to change that. For exam-

ple, the city could provide different sizes of carts — usually anywhere from about 35 gallons to 95 gallons — and charge people a different monthly rate based on how large of a cart they have. ● Expansion of curbside recycling operations. The city currently has six private companies that offer curbside service. If the city changes its monthly fee system, some commissioners have said curbside recycling should become a larger part of the equation. That could mean the city would start offering the service to everyone and residents automatically would pay for it as part of their monthly bills.

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N E W Y O R K — Goldman Sachs Group Inc. is promising to be more transparent about how it does business following widespread criticism that it put its own interests ahead of its clients.

In a report released Tuesday, the New York investment bank said it would begin disclosing more information about how it makes money and ensure that its business practices put the interests of its clients first.

It’s a bid to placate wary clients and quell public anger against the firm, which is known for paying large bonuses. Goldman agreed to reform its business practices as part of a $550 million settlement with the Securities and Exchange Commission in July.

In a video released along with the report, CEO Lloyd Blankfein said Goldman has been subject to “considerable scrutiny” in the aftermath of the financial crisis. He said the review was an “opportunity to engage in thorough selfassessment and consider how we can and should improve.”

However, experts say some of the steps the bank is planning don’t go deep enough.

“Conflicts are unavoidable when your business model relies on your getting wealthy at someone else’s expense,” said Lynn Stout, a professor of corporate and securities law at UCLA.

State education board deadlocks on leader

TOPEKA — Members of the Kansas State Board of Education will have to try again to choose their leaders after a series of deadlocked votes.

The 10-member board was sworn in Monday and took up the election of a chairperson and vice chairperson at its meeting Tuesday.

Sally Cauble moved for the joint election of Dave Dennis as chairman and Jana Shaver as vice-chairwoman — a position she already holds. Cauble, Dennis and Shaver are all Republicans.

But Republican John Bacon moved to fill the two positions on separate votes. His motion failed 5-5, as did a series of subsequent votes on how to elect the leaders.

— City reporter Chad Lawhorn can be The board will take up the reached at 832-6362. Follow him at issue again today.

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“It is clear the weak economy continues to keep young people, especially college grads, locked down, unable to move to jobs, buy homes and start families,” he said. “Many are hunkering down at home, or in so-called ‘cool cities’ until both the job and housing markets improve.”

New York and Los Angeles were among larger cities seeing fewer losses as many younger people stayed put, according to 2007-2009 census data released Tuesday.

Metro areas with diversified economies such as Austin, Texas; Raleigh, N.C.; and Portland, Ore., saw gains in college graduates relative to other cities.

Other metro areas seeing new gains or reduced migration losses among college graduates were San Francisco; San Diego; Boston-Cambridge, Mass.; and Washington, D.C.-Arlington, Va.

Investment banks like Goldman “have focused on trying to make trading profits for themselves rather than helping corporations raise capital for new investments.”

Goldman said the 63-page report is the result of an eight-month internal review that began after Goldman was accused of misleading clients about complex mortgage investments.

The SEC sued Goldman last April, saying it sold an investment put together by hedge fund manager John Paulson that was designed to fail. Goldman and Paulson made money from the investment, while investors lost more than $1 billion.

Goldman’s clients were furious. BayernLB bank of Germany cut its business ties to the firm after the SEC lawsuit, and last week ACA Financial Guaranty Corporation sued Goldman over the same investment.

Goldman commissioned an independent survey of its clients as part of its review.

“Clients raised concerns about whether the firm has remained true to its traditional values,” the report said.

Clients also said “that, in some circumstances, the firm weighs its interests and shortterm incentives too heavily.”

An Australian hedge fund, Basis Capital, also sued Goldman for $1 billion last year over an investment similar to the one at the center of the SEC’s lawsuit.

by Scott Adams

GRAIN VALLEY, MO. — Police in a western Missouri town say a 4-month-old boy has been severely wounded by his family’s pet ferret.

The Grain Valley Police Department says in a news release that officers were called to the family’s home about 2:30 a.m. Monday.

The department says the ferret had bitten the boy severely on both hands, removing several fingers.

Police and the Jackson County prosecutor’s office are investigating. No other details were released Monday.

Grain Valley is about 20 miles east of Kansas City.

Grain storage tank at elevator collapses CONWAY SPRINGS, KAN. — Officials in south-central Kansas are investigating the collapse of a grain storage tank at an elevator.

The collapse happened around 8 a.m. Tuesday in Conway Springs, about 25 miles southwest of Wichita.

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Conway Springs Fire Chief David Erker told KSNW-TV the tank was loaded at the time with 5,000 bushels of grain.

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T O P E K A — Some of Gov. Sam Brownback’s fellow Republicans in the Legislature expected his new administration will lead a push to permanently shrink state government, but other lawmakers in both parties expressed skepticism Tuesday about all the conservative talk.

“We’ve heard it before,” said Senate President Steve Morris, a Hugoton Republican. “If it makes sense to reduce the size of something, we’ll do that, but just to downsize something just to be downsizing it, I’m not sure that makes sense.”

The state is facing a projected gap of $550 million between anticipated revenues and current spending commitments for the fiscal year that begins July 1 .

Brownback and leaders of the GOP-controlled Legislature, including Morris, have ruled out higher taxes after an increase last year in the state sales tax pushed by former Democratic Gov. Mark Parkinson.

Brownback took off ice Monday and didn’t specifically call for reducing government in his inaugural address. But in the weeks before, he’d spoken of making government more efficient and “sweeping” through the budget to find savings.

The new governor is scheduled to outline his legislative agenda and hit some highlights of his proposed budget in the annual State of the State address tonight. His staff is expected to release more details about his budget plan during meetings

Thursday morning of the House Appropriations and Senate Ways and Means committees.

During a brief interview Tuesday with The Associated Press, Brownback said: “We’re going to put forward a budget that balances. We’re not going to raise taxes. We are going to do restructuring.

And we’ll lay out the specifics of it tomorrow night.”

The state is facing a shortfall despite last year’s tax increase largely because it also has used federal economic stimulus funds to prop up aid to public schools and social services, and those funds are expected to disappear in the next fiscal year.

The gap between projected revenues and current spending commitments is about 9 percent.

‘Permanent reset’ House Speaker Mike O’Neal, a Hutchinson Republican, already has talked about a “permanent reset” of state government.

“Permanently reducing the government footprint is probably a good thing,” he said after Monday’s inaugural address.

State Rep. Bill Otto, a LeRoy Republican, said he’s excited about the prospects of reducing state government.

“I’ve been pounding my head against the wall for six years,” Otto said, noting his tenure in the Kansas House.

“I’m excited that maybe I’ll have an ally that will get some things done and do a little consolidation of government.”

So far, legislators have talked broadly about finding inefficiencies, consolidating

programs and agencies, eliminating duplication in programs and concentrating on “core” functions of government. But they’ve talked only generally, expecting detailed proposals to emerge throughout their annual session, which also began Monday.

Fundamental reforms “I think what I’d like to see us do is stop talking so much about cuts or tax increases but more talking about reform,” said House Appropriations Committee Chairman Marc Rhoades, a Newton Republican. “How do we shape things for the next 10 to 15 years? I mean, businesses do that all the time.”

But many of the budget reforms would have to come in public schools, higher education and social services if the state is to reduce its spending signif icantly.

Together, those consume 88 percent of the state tax dollars in the current budget.

“I do think there are ways that things can be done better, more efficiently, more cost-effectively,” said Sen. Laura Kelly, of Topeka, the ranking Democrat on the Ways and Means Committee.

“I’m hoping that’s the direction we’re going to go in and not just wholesale slashing all agencies or programs for the sake of it.”

House Minority Leader Paul Davis, a Lawrence Democrat, added: “If it means denying services to a developmentally disabled person or increasing class sizes or doing away with core re-entry programs that are going to keep people out of prison, I’m not in favor of that.”

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Christianity strong theme in Brownback’s inauguration

By Tim Carpenter The Topeka Capital-Journal

TOPEKA — Gov. Sam Brownback, who proudly wears his religious faith on both sleeves, declared the day of his inauguration a “gift from God” not to be frittered away.

“Let us treat it appropriately,” he said during his speech Monday to a packed crowed in the Kansas House chamber. “Yesterday is gone.

Tomorrow never does come.

Today is our masterpiece. We have been placed here for a reason and a short season. Let us make the most of it.”

Expressions of Christian faith were plentiful throughout the Capitol as people marked transfer of governance to new executive branch members and a fresh cadre of people serving in the Kansas Legislature. These public activities parallel emergence in Kansas politics of social conservatives intent on making faith a more robust pillar of government.

Brownback said faith would help the state grapple with economic and social problems in a way reminiscent of the way abolitionists denouncing slavery prevailed to “end the original sin in America.”

In the Statehouse, the Old Supreme Court room was reserved for prayer and joyful celebration of the Lord. Musicians entertained people seeking divine guidance. The program was sponsored by Capitol Commission, a ministry working in more than a dozen states, in conjunction with the Kansas Family Policy Council and Concerned Women for America.

“We’ve come together to pray for our legislators,” said Denise Cochran, a Topeka member of the organization of conservative women.

Brad Johnston, pastor at Reformed Presbyterian Church in Topeka, said more

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KANSAS GOV. SAM BROWNBACK, his wife, Mary, and daughter Jenna enter the inaugural dinner at the Kansas Expocentre on Saturday.

Brownback took office as governor on Monday.

Christians were called to be politically active. The goal is to remain nonpartisan while urging civility and integrity of government leaders, he said.

“God is present here,” Johnston said. “There is a moral dimension to everything that goes on in this building.”

Central targets of the holy message — 165 members of the Kansas Legislature — are generally loathe to challenge anyone spreading a message of tolerance and compassion.

There is, however, a line some lawmakers believe shouldn’t be crossed.

“I’m a person of faith,” said Senate Minority Leader Anthony Hensley, D-Topeka.

“I do think you need to have

a separation of church and state.”

House Minority Leader Paul Davis, D-Lawrence, concurred.

“It’s appropriate on a day like today to ask for prayer,” Davis said. “I think people should find religion. The state shouldn’t be forcing people to do that.”

Brownback included in his speech thoughts of Arthur Capper, Kansas governor from 1915 to 1919 and U.S. senator from 1919 to 1949: “Let us, in Capper’s words, ‘do our part, be it large or small, in making the world a little cleaner, a little more decent, a little happier, a little more God-like.”’

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Field trip A trip outside of Topeka might be a good thing for state legislators.

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f Kansas legislators could convene in Fort Riley 50 years ago to commemorate the state’s 100th birthday, it seems they should be able to figure out a way to come to Lecompton this year to mark the state’s 150th.

Granted, it was a different time, as implied by the comments of a former Larned legislator, who now lives in Lawrence. “I think we just went ahead and did it,” Glee Smith, a local attorney, told the Journal-World.

Lecompton’s historical boosters started the drive several months ago to have the Legislature meet at two historical sites in the former territorial capital. They rightly argue that such a meeting would be a fitting tribute to the state’s birth. The constitution that would have brought Kansas into the Union as a slave state was written in Lecompton and triggered a national argument that split the Democratic Party and cleared the way for the election of Republican Abraham Lincoln as president in 1860. The Lecompton constitution truly set the nation on the path to abolish slavery.

Now, however, there’s another constitutional question at stake. Legislative leaders had expressed reservations about meeting in Lecompton and now say the Kansas Constitution prohibits such a session because it says the Legislature can only meet in the state capital.

We don’t want legislators to violate the state constitution, but there must be a way to work this out. Perhaps a ceremonial session could be held to highlight Lecompton’s important role in history.

After legislators met in Fort Riley in 1961, Smith said, they all went out to dinner in Manhattan and then to the KU-K-State basketball game. The 1961 event seems to reflect a level of collegiality that may not exist in the current Legislature. In addition to commemorating the state’s birth, a field trip to Lecompton might be a nice way for legislators to interact and maybe even enjoy themselves a little bit outside of the Capitol’s formal setting.

By happy coincidence KU will host K-State at Allen Fieldhouse on the state’s actual 150th birthday, Jan. 29. How many tickets could Kansas Athletics come up with for legislators to attend the game?

Kansas is facing some tough issues today, but it’s good to remember that the state has faced turmoil before. A trip to Lecompton might help put the issues on the Legislature’s agenda today in perspective.

On the day Christina-Taylor Green was born, 19 men using four hijacked air buses left a pristine American morning forever stained with blood.

As she was entering life, the rest of us were absorbing a lesson in how mean life can be. We saw proud towers disintegrate like sand castles, mangled bodies pulled from rubble, people with tear-streaked faces holding up photos of missing loved ones.

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empires have “beenMedia built and political

careers advanced upon a kind of violent, proudly extremist rhetoric that has less to do with elucidating philosophical differences than with demonizing them, stoking division through hatred and fear …”

And there bloomed in us a sense of union strong as blood ties, a renewed reminder of who we are.

We are Americans. “All” of us.

For some, it was likely a revelation. After all, we are quicker to define ourselves in tribal terms than national ones. We are African-American women. We are Jews. We are Southerners. We are conservatives. We are Mexican immigrants. We are gays.

But the events of that baby’s birth day showed that others do not see the fine distinctions into which we put so much stock. That day they told us, with unmistakable clarity: you are all Americans, whatever else you are.

Christina-Taylor Green was shot Saturday at a supermarket

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is terrible that we do have to think about politics, but no matter what the shooter’s motivations were, the left is going to blame this on the Tea Party movement.”

It would indeed be specious and simplistic to blame that movement for this massacre.

That makes as much sense as Jerry Falwell blaming feminists and the ACLU for the 9/11 attacks or media reports blaming video games for Columbine. If authorities are correct, we already know who to blame for this: Jared Lee Loughner. And he seems to have been motivated less by politics than by mental instability.

That said, Phillips’ attempt at a pre-emptive defense suggests a certain guilt of conscience, a tacit acknowledgement that political discourse in this country has become a national disgrace, hateful, poisonous and coarse. And that the tea party movement bears a lion’s share of the onus for that.

And that if the movement did not cause Saturday’s tragedy, it did create the atmosphere that made such a tragedy feel ... inevitable.

It was not the seed, but it was the soil.

Media empires have been built and political careers advanced upon a kind of violent, proudly extremist rhetoric that has less to do with elucidating philosophical differences than with demonizing them, stoking division through hatred and fear of the other, whether the other be Mexican, Muslim, gay or a dreaded liberal. There is, we have been repeatedly told, a difference between people like that and “real” Americans.

Something to keep in mind as we mourn the dead, among them a 9-year-old girl who aspired to help the less fortunate. On the day she was born, we remembered something important about ourselves.

It was long forgotten by the day she died.

— Leonard Pitts Jr., winner of the 2004 Pulitzer Prize for commentary, is a columnist for the Miami Herald. He chats with readers from noon to 1 p.m.

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PUBLIC FORUM To the editor: “Maybe Lawrence is the conscience of the state,” Rep. Barbara Ballard said in response to a criticism of Lawrence and Kansas University by Rep. Anthony Brown of Eudora. What a perfect illustration of what Rep. Brown was talking about!

Rep. Ballard’s response has all the condescension and ivory tower hubris that Brown criticized. Rep. Ballard, in effect, states that her conscience and the conscience of the citizens of Lawrence are far superior to the conscience, wisdom and judgment of the citizens of Colby or any other city in the provinces.

I wonder why liberals in our town are unable to hear themselves speak.

When I was an undergraduate at KU, K-State students called us “Snob Hill.” We need to re-establish that label. Rep. Ballard has demonstrated its truth.

David Upchurch, Lawrence

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near Tucson. She was among six people killed in the attempted assassination of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, Democrat from Arizona.

Fourteen others were wounded, including Giffords, who was shot through the brain. She is still fighting for life at this writing.

Her alleged assailant is Jared Lee Loughner, a 22-year-old Army reject kicked out of a community college in September for behavior his classmates found threatening and bizarre. Authorities say Loughner has left a trail of Internet postings suggestive of a disturbed loner given to incoherent rantings and a belief that he has powers of mind control.

It was probably to be expected that the political spin was in motion before the bodies had even cooled. Tea party activist Judson Phillips quickly deflected blame for the tragedy. Giffords, he reportedly noted on his website, is “a liberal,” but, he said, “that does not matter now.”

Of course, if it didn’t matter, he wouldn’t have mentioned it. “At a time like this,” he said piously, “it

To the editor: Simple as ABC. A three-link chain of events that, once set in motion, was predictable and inevitable.

The first link, Sarah Palin urges tea-baggers to target U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords. In case they didn’t get the hint, Palin depicts the district in the crosshairs of a telescoped rifle (wink, wink, nod, nod).

The second link, proving the dictum that political action follows political rhetoric, has a gunman shooting Giffords through the brain and killing at least six people, including a 9-year-old girl.

The child, Christina-Taylor Green, was either at the grocery store gathering of constituents, in which case she was a presumed liberal and Arizona has declared open season on liberals, or she was shopping for groceries with her mother. In that case she would be collateral damage.

Once this chain of events got started, the third link was the most

predictable and pathetic. Sarah Palin, declining to gloat in public, is among the first to call with crocodile tears and condolences.

Sarah, who has knowingly spread lies about “government death panels” denies any responsibility for creating a real death panel of her own.

As for the Journal-World, your headline in Sunday’s paper covers the opening of the Kansas Legislature next week while putting the political murders of six on page 8A. This lead, like the victims, was well and truly buried.

Don Dorsey, Lawrence

Love of guns To the editor: We live in a country where a nationally known political figure places on her website a map of the United States with congressional districts in rifle crosshairs as a plea for those representatives to be voted out of office. The opponent of one of those representatives drums up support by inviting people to fire his M-16 rifle. A national political organization fights tooth and nail for the right of our citizens to own firearms, even those conceived solely to shoot as many people as possible with maximum speed.

It is difficult to watch a film or television show without seeing stories that glorify firearms. Then some nut with a gun shoots up a university campus or a grocery store, killing and injuring many people, and we call it an “unspeakable tragedy,” with similar phrases even coming from those who employ the imagery of firearms and violence for political purposes.

Shouldn’t the phrase “unspeakable tragedy” by now have been changed to “foreseeable consequence”? All one can really hope at this point is that the next nut with a gun doesn’t shoot someone you love.

I love this country, but our love affair with guns is completely out of hand. Sadly, I doubt any solution is on the horizon.

Paul Laird, Lawrence

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Stand against fear To the editor: Recently, our national political climate of discourse, has been ratcheted up by Washington politicians disparaging those of the other political party as an imminent danger to America.

Their weapon of choice, is “fear,” a word which portends dreadful consequences for America should opponents of the other party be in power. “Fear” had proved a very effective tool to start wars, justify genocide and inspire hatred against others. Today, “fear” is the reason we spend one of every four tax dollars for our national defense, to “Keep America safe.”

“Fear” is the reason politicians and splintered minority groups advocate everyone has the right to carry a concealed firearm in public places “to protect themselves,” claiming it is their “constitutional right to bear arms!” This nonsensical diatribe, suggests the person using the “fear” tactic, can somehow tell the future, is a renowned prognosticator, some kind of mystical soothsayer, with special knowledge of future events, which is total BS! Saturday, Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords was shot in the head and lies in a coma, from an assassination attempt by a man carrying a concealed automatic weapon in the “land of the free, the home of the brave!” Perhaps it is finally time all Americans stand together against fear, and say “enough” to those who attempt to espouse the fear dogma against others. “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself!” (Franklin D. Roosevelt). Not a bad idea, you think?

Curtis D. Bennett, Lawrence

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A former Kansas University student who had worked as a programmer in the YEARS KU computer center AGO was sentenced to 18 IN 1986 months in the Douglas County Jail for misuse of a KU computer the previous summer. In a plea agreement, the 25-year-old had pleaded guilty to four misdemeanor counts of illegally gaining access to the computer. The prosecution had contended that he had accessed the system in order to change his grades.

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The Kansas State Architect’s Office had issued invitations for bids YEARS on construction of AGO the proposed fourIN 1971 story Kansas University building to be known as Wescoe Hall. The $8 million building was to house humanities departments, which were scattered around the KU campus at that time. The site for the proposed structure was that which had been previously occupied by old Robinson gymnasium and old Haworth Hall, which had housed the biological sciences.

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All morning the plumbers have been answering frantic calls from homes where the house holder was frenziedly trying to save himself and family from a watery grave. Although Lawrence was duly warned, many people neglected to drain their water pipes and the latter retaliated for the neglect by freezing up and runLetters Policy The Journal-World welcomes letters to the ning all over the floor. The weathPublic Forum. Letters should be 250 words or less, er moderated shortly after 2 be of public interest and should avoid name-calling o’clock this morning with the and libelous language. The Journal-World reserves result that pipes which had previthe right to edit letters, as long as viewpoints are ously frozen, melted enough to not altered. By submitting letters, you grant the flood the bath rooms.”

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Sotomayor to visit K-State MANHATTAN — Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor will be part of the Landon series at Kansas State University, but she will not be delivering a lecture.

The university announced Monday that Sotomayor will answer questions from three interviewers during an unprecedented “forum” later this month.

Sotomayor The Manhattan Mercury reported that since the series began in 1966, the previous 157 Landon appearances have all been lectures.

Jackie Hartman, chairwoman of the series, said that two federal judges and a representative of the student body will be selected to question the justice.

Sotomayor was sworn in as a justice on the court in August 2009.

Sotomayor’s forum is scheduled for 3 p.m. Jan. 27, in Forum Hall at the K-State Student Union.

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Piper Northrop, almost 3, daughter of Larry and Amy Northrop of Lawrence, prepares Christmas cookies Dec. 22 with her grandmother Connie Northrop.

Lloyd Northrop submitted the photo.

Jazz Wednesdays in The Jayhawker, 7 p.m., Eldridge Hotel, 701 Mass.

Cooking class: Casual Italian, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Community Mercantile, 901 Iowa.

Conroy’s Trivia, 7:30 p.m., Conroy’s Pub, 3115 W. Sixth St. Dollar Bowling, Royal Crest Bowling Lanes, 933 Iowa, 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Broken Mic Night, sign-up begins at 9:30, Jackpot Music Hall, 943 Mass.

Acoustic Open Mic with Tyler Gregory, 10 p.m., Jazzhaus, 926 112 Mass.

Pizza party, featuring Daddy & the Scarecrow and Janet the Planet, 10 p.m., Granada Theater, 1020 Mass.

Casbah Karaoke, 10:30 p.m., The Casbah, 803 Mass.

13 THURSDAY

Red Dog’s Dog Days winter workout, 6 a.m., Allen Fieldhouse, Enter through the southeast doors and meet on the southeast corner of the second floor.

Kansas Historical Society preservation workshop, with information on federal tax credits and grants, and nominating properties to the national and state registers of historic places, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., Emporia Granada Theater, 809 Commercial St. in Emporia. Reservations requested by calling Emporia Main Street 620-340-6430.

Scary Larry Kansas Bike Polo, 7 p.m., Edgewood Park, Maple Lane and Miller Drive.

Theology on Tap, discussion of a selected Scripture passage, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Henry’s, 11 E. Eighth St. “Less Stress through Play,” a presentation on stress management by Sara Minges of Playful Awareness, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vt. Martin Luther King Jr. Educational Event put on by the Lawrence school district, 6:30 p.m., auditorium of Free State High School, 4700 Overland Drive.

NAACP Lawrence Branch meeting, 6:30 p.m., gallery room at the Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vt. Legislative forum, area legislators will take questions from the public concerning the 2011 legislative session, 7 p.m., Dole Institute of Politics, 2350 Petefish Drive.

Lawrence Arts & Crafts group, a get-together to knit, crochet, draw, weave and do other crafty stuff, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Ingredient (iBar), 947 Mass.

Junkyard Jazz Band, 7 p.m., American Legion, 3408 W. Sixth St. Cooking class: Easy Ways to Add More Raw Foods to Your Diet, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Community Mercantile, 901 Iowa.

Rescheduled Lawrence Board of Education meeting, 8 p.m., school district headquarters, 110 McDonald Drive.

Johnnie Booth’s Rebel Review, Reducto Absurdum, Radio Tower Broadcast, Mash, 8 p.m., The Bottleneck, 737 N.H. Cody Canada & The Departed, 9 p.m., The Granada, 1020 Mass.

New Franklin Panthers record release, Roman Numerals, 10 p.m., Replay Lounge, 946 Mass.

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AIREOKE Las Vegas Air Guitar Champion Mean Melin comes to The Bottleneck, 737 N.H., tonight to host AIREOKE, a combination of air guitar and karaoke. Bring your MP3 player or choose a song from the AIREOKE catalog to rock out to. No guitars, tennis rackets or other tangible objects allowed.

Just you, your mythological axe of choice and your favorite songs. Thrashing commences at 10 p.m. and continues until 1 a.m.

Casbah DJ Night, with DJ Cyrus D, 10 p.m., The Casbah, 803 Mass.

Right of Way with The Burger Stand Burger Band, 10 p.m., the Jazzhaus, 926 1/2 Mass.

14 FRIDAY

Food Fun! storytime, stories and facts about food, nutrition and health. And snacks!, 10:30 a.m., Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vt. Dollar Fox, Kirsten Paludan, matinee show, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Replay Lounge, 946 Mass.

Story slam, an evening of true stories from Lawrencearea residents, all centered on the same theme: “New,” 7 p.m. music, 7:30 p.m. stories, Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H. The Cast Pattern, Coronado Left For Dead, Gangstas With Capguns, The Catalyst, 8 p.m., the Bottleneck, 737 N.H. Retro Dance Party, 9 p.m., Wilde’s Chateau 24, 2412 Iowa Disco Disco with DJ ParLe and the RevolveR, 9 p.m., Fatso’s, 1016 Mass.

The Dactyls, Fartaster, 10 p.m., Replay Lounge, 946 Mass.

Soul Rebel and the Beast, 10 p.m., Jazzhaus, 926 1/2 Mass.

Kinetics, ACBs, 10 p.m., Eighth Street Taproom, 801 N.H. Where is your Child?, with Up the Academy and DJs Kyle, Brad and Ron, 10 p.m., Jackpot Music Hall, 943 Mass.

So You Think You Can Spin?, 10 p.m., Granada Theater, 1020 Mass.

p.m., Petco, 3115 Iowa.

Battle of Bulge veterans’ reunion, for the Northeast Kansas Chapter of the Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., American Legion Post in Manhattan, reservations requested at 785776-4556.

Americana Music Academy Saturday Jam, 3 p.m., Americana Music Academy, 1419 Mass.

Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament for teens, 3 p.m., Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vt. Exhibition opening, “Celebrate People’s History! Posters of Resistance and Revolution,” 6 p.m. 9 p.m., Lawrence Percolator, in the alley near Ninth and New Hampshire streets Heyoka, Spankalicious, 8 p.m., the Bottleneck, 737 N.H. Grande Granada Galla, 9 p.m., Granada Theater, 1020 Mass.

The Club with DJ ParLé, 10 p.m., Fatso’s, 1016 Mass.

Karma Vision Welcome Home Show!, Walking Oceans, 10 p.m., Replay Lounge, 946 N.H. Band That Saved the World, 10 p.m., Jazzhaus, 926 1/2 Mass.

Rock for Nerds: with The Harrisonics, The Shebangs, The Eudoras, 10 p.m., Jackpot Music Hall, 943 Mass.

Gold Label Soul with Hector the Selector, 10 p.m., Eighth Street Taproom, 801 N.H.

16 SUNDAY

Cooking class: Thai Comfort Soups, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., the Bay Leaf, 717 Mass.

The Unitarian Chamber Music Series presents The Tiara Club Band, 2:30 p.m., Unitarian Fellowship of Lawrence, 1263 North 1100 Road.

Rock the Runway!, benefit fashion show to raise funds for the Boys and Girls Club of Lawrence, 6 p.m., Granada Theater, 1020 Mass.

Community Gospel Musical in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, 6:30 p.m. Free Methodist Church, 3001 Lawrence Ave. Scary Larry Kansas Bike Polo, 7 p.m., Edgewood Park, Maple Lane and Miller Drive.

Speakeasy Sunday: a variety show & jam session hosted by Dumptruck Butterlips, 8 p.m., the Jazzhaus, 926 1/2 Mass.

Texas Hold’em Tournament, free entry, weekly prizes, 8 p.m., The Casbah, 803 Mass.

Smackdown! trivia, 8 p.m., The Bottleneck, 737 N.H. Video Daze: SK8/BMX videos from the past, 10 p.m., Jackpot Music Hall, 943 Mass.

Karaoke Sunday, 11 p.m., The Bottleneck, 737 N.H.

15 SATURDAY

Red Dog’s Dog Days winter workout, 7:30 a.m., meet in the parking lot in front of J&S Coffee on the southeast corner of Sixth Street and Wakarusa Drive.

Free State Bridal Show, 10 a.m., Granada Theater, 1020 Mass.

Parrot adoption, Beak ‘n Wings parrot rescue will be bringing parrots to Petco for an adoption event, 10 a.m. to 3

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WOMEN’S BASKETBALL: Kansas looks to bounce back at Colorado tonight. 6B

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LAWRENCE JOURNAL-WORLD ● LJWorld.com/sports ● Wednesday, January 12, 2011

Can Hoiberg find Hilton magic tonight?

By Gary Bedore

Tom Keegan tkeegan@ljworld.com

gbedore@ljworld.com

A MES , I OWA — Former Ames High School and Iowa State University basketball standout Fred Hoiberg is often referred to as the most popular player in the history of Cyclone basketball.

The 38-year-old former NBA combo guard — nicknamed “The Mayor” after receiving write-in votes during the 1993 Ames may-

oral race — currently is riding a wave of popularity as the 19th head hoops coach in ISU history ■ Complete lineups/rosters for as well. both teams Hoiberg’s first Cyclone team ■ Travis Releford’s status for takes a 13-3 record — 0-1 in Big tonight’s game 12 Conference play — into Page 6B today’s game against Kansas University (15-0, 0-0). Tip is 8 p.m. at Hilton Coliseum, where the Cyclones have rolled to a 10- ously was a great hire,” KU coach 1 mark.

Bill Self said, noting he knows “Fred’s a class guy and obvi- the man who recruited Hoiberg

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to ISU, Johnny Orr, better than Hoiberg himself.

“There seems to be energy, bounce and enthusiasm with the program and I’d think he and their fans are pretty proud of that. I’d expect it will be as good an atmosphere as we’ll play in all year long.”

That’s partly because legendary coach Orr will be honored

KANSAS VS. IOWA ST.

When: 8 tonight Where: Ames, Iowa Line: Kansas by 8 TV: ESPN2 (cable channels 34, 234) Records: KU is Please see HOIBERG, page 6B 15-0; ISU is 13-3

KU’s real test starts now Prosecutor reveals details of Little’s diversion

AMES, IOWA — Marcus Morris begins his third Big 12 season tonight in Hilton Coliseum, so he is well acquainted with the difference between the nonconference and conference seasons.

When the playing-dumb question “Which would be tougher, going undefeated in nonconference or the Big 12?” was sent his way, he crushed it with an expression that made him look as if he had just tasted motor oil.

“Oh, the Big 12, definitely,” he said. “We face a lot tougher teams.”

Nobody is in denial about the reality that starting tonight, everything changes, and nobody is in denial that just because Kansas University is 150, that doesn’t mean the team is where it needs to be to be taken seriously as a contender for what would be its second national title in four seasons.

Asked to rate the team’s performance to this point, Markieff Morris nailed his answer as if it were an overtime threepointer.

“I would say it was OK,” Markieff said after Sunday’s 67-60 overtime road victory against Michigan. “We could have played better a whole lot of games, this one included.

We snuck out a few, but going 15-0 in nonconference is good.”

Good, not great.

KU played a number of teams that face tough schedules, which inflates the Jayhawks’ RPI, but most of those schools are experiencing down years.

KU did prove it can win close games, a good sign against any competition.

Forty-seven schools received at least one vote in the latest Associated Press college basketball poll. Kansas has played one of those 47, No. 38 Arizona.

Whereas KU didn’t play against a team in the top 37, exactly half of its 16 Big 12 games will come against teams ranked in the top 32.

Three of those will be played on the road: Monday at Baylor, Feb. 14 at Kansas State, March 5 at Missouri. The dates of the five biggest threats to the home-court winning streak: Jan. 22 vs. Texas, Jan. 29 vs. K-State, Feb. 7 vs. Mizzou, Feb. 21 vs.

Oklahoma State and March 2 vs.

Texas A&M. It seems like decades ago that 10 conference coaches gave first-place votes to K-State in the preseason poll. It was such a strange pick at the time it almost seemed as if the coaches forgot that it’s Baylor’s Scott Drew and not the Wildcats’ Frank Martin many seem to shun as an outsider.

So far, next to Texas Tech and Oklahoma, KSU ranks as the biggest disappointment in the conference. Here’s how the coaches rounded out their picks: 2. Kansas, 3. Texas, 4.

Baylor, 5. Missouri, 6. Texas A&M, 7. Texas Tech, 8. Oklahoma State, 9. Colorado, 10.

Nebraska, 11. Oklahoma, 12.

Iowa State.

With the benefit of the nonconference season and a few Big 12 games, here’s a better guess as to how the standings could look heading into the conference tournament at the Sprint Center: 1. Kansas, 2. Texas, 3. Baylor, 4. Texas A&M, 5. Missouri, 6.

Oklahoma State, 7. Kansas State, 8. Colorado, 9. Iowa State, 10.

Nebraska, 11. Oklahoma,12.

Texas Tech.

A stab at the all-conference team: Alec Burks (Colorado), LaceDarius Dunn (Baylor), Jordan Hamilton (Texas), Marcus Morris (Kansas) and Jacob Pullen (K-State).

By George Diepenbrock gdiepenbrock@ljworld.com

KU senior Mario Little will be in uniform tonight at Iowa State.

Kansas University senior basketball player Mario Little must complete anger management counseling and 30 hours of community service as part of a diversion agreement for his battery case in Lawrence Municipal Court.

City prosecutor Jerry Little also said Tuesday afternoon that

victims in the case didn’t want to prosecute.

“He committed these offenses,” Jerry Little said. “And I think what he got out of it from diversion is more than what he’d get if we went to trial and he was found guilty.”

KU coach Bill Self had said Monday night that Mario Little had received a diversion agreement on two battery charges related to a Dec. 16 incident in which he was accused of shoving

a 22-year-old woman into a sink.

Self also announced he cleared Little, a redshirt senior from Chicago, to return to competition after missing six games during a suspension.

Jerry Little on Tuesday released the terms the two sides agreed to for the diversion agreement on two counts of misdemeanor battery. To qualify for diversion defendants must have no prior criminal history.

Jerry Little said the terms are:

● To stay out of further legal

trouble for one year. ● Write a letter of apology to the victims in the case. ● Complete anger management counseling at his own cost. Self has said counseling will continue through the basketball season. ● Pay $250 in diversion fees and court costs.

Please see DIVERSION, page 6B

HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING

Sweet smell of state in the air

Kevin Anderson/Journal-World Photo

LAWRENCE HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLERS, FROM LEFT, senior Levi Flohrschutz, sophomore Hunter Haralson, sophomore Andrew Denning and junior Reece Wright-Conklin, have been wrestling at the same gym since their childhoods. All four have been vital parts to the Lions’ No. 6 ranking in the state.

Childhood friends, now LHS wrestlers, aspire to make noise at 6A tournament

By Tom Keegan tkeegan@ljworld.com

As wrestling mats go, the ones upstairs in Lawrence High’s West gymnasium aren’t as rancid as most. With no wall on the side of the wrestling room that overlooks the basketball court, the heat escapes out the balcony and keeps sweating to a minimum.

Still, it’s not as if the mats give the room a flower-shop feel.

“I like it,” junior Reece WrightConklin said of the smell. “This gym is where I feel most comfortable. It’s not the cleanest mat, but it’s my home.”

Wright-Conklin, reigning 6A state champion at 160 pounds who since has moved up to 171, knows the room well. He started wrestling there when he was 5 years old. So did senior Levi Flohrschutz, who wrestles at 135 pounds.

The aroma is familiar to him, too.

“I don’t know if I’d say I like the smell,” Flohrschutz said. “I like the sound it makes whenever you throw somebody on it, though.”

And what sound is that?

FIVE LIONS APPEAR IN STATE RANKINGS Lawrence High’s wrestling team is currently ranked sixth in the state, according to the Kansas Wrestling Coaches Association Class 6A rankings. The Lions have five wrestlers ranked in the top six in the state in their individual weight classes. The following is organized by rank in state, name, year in school and weight class: “Whack!” he said.

Sophomore Hunter Haralson said he was 6 when he first became a mini-mat man.

“My dad offered it when I was little and I wasn’t doing anything other than flag football at the time,” Haralson said. “It’s basically fighting. I like being able to pull somebody down on the mat and I like to beat people.”

Wright-Conklin, Flohrschutz and Haralson learned the sport as members of Sunflower Kids Wrestling from Randy Streeter, who still runs the club. Streeter is wrestling coach at South Junior High and assistant coach at LHS.

1. Reece Wright-Conklin, junior, 171 pounds 2. Hunter Haralson, sophomore, 119 pounds 3. Ben Seybert, senior, 189 pounds 4. Andrew Denning, soph., 145 pounds 6. Levi Flohrschutz, senior, 135 pounds

Sophomore Andrew Denning said he started at age 5 as part of the youth team his father coached in Perry.

His experience gives him the edge, he said, because, “I know more moves than the other people, usually.”

Senior Ben Seybert (189 pounds) — he took the sport up briefly at 9, quit, and didn’t resume until two years later — joins the four lifelong grapplers in giving the Lions five wrestlers ranked among the top six in their classes in Class 6A. The Kansas Wrestling Coaches Association, which does the rankings, places LHS at No. 6 in 6A.

Wright-Conklin is ranked first in his weight class, Haralson second, Seybert third, Denning fourth, Flohrschutz sixth. (Free State LHS VS. High sophomore Spencer Wilson OLATHE is ranked third NORTHWEST among 160-pound wrestlers.)

When: 6 tonight Every ranked Where: LHS West LHS wrestler gymnasium shares at least two common goals: Win an individual and team state title.

“That is my goal,” Seybert said.

“I’m shooting for the top. Why not, right?”

Seybert likes that his matches are the third-last of the meet because they take place in order of weight.

“I like being able to cheer on my teammates early and then being able to finish hard,” he said. “I kind of have control over my team’s destiny, somewhat. I know what I have to do going into the match.”

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COMING THURSDAY

TWO-DAY

• Complete coverage of KU’s Big 12 opener against Iowa State • KU women travel to Colorado

SPORTS CALENDAR

KANSAS UNIVERSITY

TODAY • Men’s basketball at Iowa State, 8 p.m.

• Women’s basketball at Colorado, 8 p.m.

THURSDAY • Swimming vs. Arkansas, 4 p.m.

Michigan hires San Diego State’s Hoke ANN ARBOR , M ICH . (AP) — Brady Hoke has a few things in common with the late Bo Schembechler.

He is from Ohio, he didn’t attend Michigan, he’s climbing the coaching ladder — and he’s about to take over the football program that Schembechler built into a national power.

Hoke Michigan hired Hoke away from

San Diego State, with athletic director Dave Brandon announcing the move Tuesday at a previously scheduled team meeting not long after LSU said Les Miles was staying

in the Bayou instead of going to coach at the Big House.

“We thought it was going to be a meeting about classes and the weight room,” tight end Kevin Koger said. “Mr. Brandon came in and dropped the news on us.”

Brandon insisted Hoke was always Plan A. What about Miles or Jim Harbaugh, who left Stanford for the NFL’s San Francisco 49ers?

By Drew Sharp Detroit Free Press

Michigan settled on Brady Hoke. There’s no getting around that. Convincing the public that Hoke was the No. 1 candidate all along becomes an impossible sales pitch for athletic director Dave Brandon.

He kept Michigan football in a state of limbo for six weeks, and the result of all that self-induced drama is this?

They couldn’t get Jim Harbaugh. They apparently weren’t comfortable with what Les Miles required, or vice versa. They couldn’t get the “can’t miss star” who leaves eyes wide and tongues wagging, so they will find comfort in the guy determined to give them what they can specifically appreciate.

Michigan will staunchly deny this, still content in a delusional world of national football importance, but Tuesday’s hire only confirms that the Wolverines lean more toward regional than national in their competitive scope.

Michigan doesn’t possess the cast iron stomach necessary for doing everything necessary to field the best team for contending for BCS national championships, as they do in the SEC. Michigan can talk a big game about paying big salaries and truly being a national player, but in the end, Michigan opted for what’s safe, solid and sturdy.

Hoke might very well prove the right long-range fit for Michigan — low key at a presumably low price. And if the mission statement of Michigan football is a return to the last 10 years of the Lloyd Carr era — an average of nine to 10 victories a season and one Rose Bowl appearance every three years — Hoke could attain that level once he has gutted the remains of the Rich Rodriguez debacle.

But this was a hire Brandon could have made two days after Ohio State once again obliterated Michigan in late November.

It certainly looks as if this “national search” process was done for appearances — appeasing the warring factions by making them think that Harbaugh and Miles were possibilities.

Hoke became Michigan’s version of Miami Dolphins coach Tony Sparano, the guy you know would take the job no matter how much you made it clear that you wanted somebody else to take the job. Dolphins owner Stephen Ross left Sparano dangling last week when he openly courted Harbaugh for a coaching job that wasn’t exactly open at the time. Ross is also a prominent Michigan contributor whose name graces the university’s business school.

Ross couldn’t get the guy he wanted, so he settled on what was available.

Brandon did the same thing.

Something tells me that you won’t see that management strategy on the syllabus for next semester’s classes.

Michigan has a guy who HATES Ohio State. Rodriguez’s drive to win never reached such depths of revulsion. That’s a primary reason why he’s longer around.

I figure Hoke will be introduced tonight at the Crisler Arena during halftime against Ohio State, and he will have his Jim Tressel moment. Ten years ago, Tressel, a relatively unknown hire from Youngstown State, addressed the Ohio State crowd at a basketball game against Michigan. He told the fans that they would be proud of their team “in the classroom, in the community and — most especially — in 310 days in Ann Arbor, Mich.”

It proved that he got it.

Hey, Brady, here’s a tip: It’s 318 days until Ohio State comes to Ann Arbor.

FREE STATE HIGH

THURSDAY • Swimming at home invitational, 3:30 p.m.

• Bowling at Royal Crest Lanes, 3:30 p.m.

LAWRENCE HIGH

TODAY • Wrestling vs. Olathe Northwest, 6 p.m.

• Swimming at SMS Tri at LHS, 3:30 p.m.

THURSDAY • Boys basketball at SM North, 7 p.m.

• Girls basketball at Olathe South, 7 p.m.

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COMMENTARY

Wolverines go with safe, solid pick

“The job was never offered to them,” Brandon said in an interview with The Associated Press.

“We did have different discussions with them that were helpful and positive.”

College football’s winningest team got a Michigan man, just not the one most of their fans were clamoring for after Brandon fired Rich Rodriguez a week ago.

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Panthers hire Chargers D-coordinator Rivera CHARLOTTE, N.C. — After eight failed interviews, Ron Rivera is finally getting his first shot as a head coach with the woeful Carolina Panthers. Just don’t expect a wild celebration despite the windy, bumpy road to get there and the significance of being just the second Latino to be handed control of an NFL team.

Rivera has too much work to do.

He showed up to his introductory news conference on Tuesday all business. The former San Diego Chargers defensive coordinator barely cracked a smile and stayed on point.

It was as if he realized the immense challenge in replacing John Fox and being in charge of the NFL’s worst team.

NFL Fujita: Proposal unacceptable WASHINGTON — Concerns about injuries and insurance make the league’s push to switch to an 18-game regular season a major sticking point in negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement, according to two NFL players who are members of the union’s executive committee.

The NFL wants to add two games to the current 16-game format for the regular season, and eliminate two of four preseason games, saying fans would prefer that and more revenue could be generated.

“To me, right now, as things stand, 18 games, the way it’s being proposed, is completely unacceptable. ... I see more and more players get injured every season,” Cleveland Browns linebacker Scott Fujita said Tuesday on a media conference call arranged by the union.

“There are so many things now — with player health and safety, and the future of us and our families — that aren’t even being considered. And for us, it’s disappointing,” Fujita said. “It feels like a slap in the face.”

■ Iowa cornerback Shaun Prater is returning for his senior season.

■ Illinois running back Mikel Leshoure will try to cash in on a record-breaking 2010 season and enter the NFL Draft.

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COLLEGE BASKETBALL Minnesota star still with team

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MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota is sticking with star forward Trevor Mbakwe despite his arrest for allegedly violating a restraining order filed against him.

The university released a statement from coach Tubby Smith on Tuesday confirming that Mbakwe is still with the team, describing the action as “a lapse in judgment” and announcing no punishments.

Washington aware of investigation SEATTLE — Washington coach Lorenzo Romar said Tuesday the school is aware of a police investigation “about an allegation in regards to one of our student-athletes.”

Romar declined to go into many details. He repeated the allegation is being taken seriously, but “there is not nearly enough information at this point to determine what is going to be done here.”

BASEBALL Saves leader Hoffman retires

SAN DIEGO — Baseball’s all-time saves leader Trevor Hoffman has thrown his final changeup, deciding at age 43 to retire and return to the San Diego Padres in a front office job. Known for his high leg kick, menacing glare and deceptive changeup, Hoffman recorded 601 saves in 18 seasons, 15 1⁄2 of them with the Padres.

In other baseball news: COLLEGE FOOTBALL ■ Carlos Gonzalez has finalized his $80 million, seven-year contract with the Colorado Miles staying at LSU Rockies.

BATON ROUGE, LA. — Les Miles has decided ■ Right-hander Brad Penny has agreed to a $3 million, one-year contract with the Detroit to try to build on the success he’s having at LSU rather than rebuild Michigan, the team for Tigers, a person familiar with the negotiation told The Associated Press. which he once played.

NASCAR HARTFORD, CONN. — Former Miami offensive Drivers can race for only 1 title DAYTONA, FLA. — NASCAR’s competition applications for 2011 require drivers to select which series they will race for a championship in this season.

The declaration will prevent Sprint Cup drivers from racing for championships in both the Sprint Cup and Nationwide Series, and presumably fill NASCAR’s desire to give its second-tier series its own identity.

VILLANOVA...........................4 ..........................Louisville Hofstra................................41⁄2 ...........................TOWSON George Mason....................6..............NORTHEASTERN NC WILMINGTON .................1 ...........................Delaware GEORGETOWN......................3 ........................Pittsburgh Syracuse.............................21⁄2.......................ST. JOHN’S MISSOURI .............................10..........................Nebraska CENTRAL MICHIGAN .......101⁄2..............................Toledo AKRON...................................5 ....................................Ohio LA SALLE ..............................7...................Pennsylvania DUQUESNE ..........................10............................St. Louis CINCINNATI..........................13..................South Florida Ala-Birmingham ................5 ..............EAST CAROLINA GEORGE WASHINGTON......8............................Fordham XAVIER................................101⁄2 .............Massachusetts DAYTON ................................12.....................St. Joseph’s TEMPLE............................131⁄2 St...............Bonaventure BALL ST.................................6..........Western Michigan TCU .......................................51⁄2 .........................Wyoming Northern Iowa....................3.......................ILLINOIS ST Indiana St.............................1............................BRADLEY 1 Wichita St...........................2 ⁄2 .....................CREIGHTON MISSOURI ST.......................14............Southern Illinois EVANSVILLE.........................5..................................Drake 1 Memphis.............................5 ⁄2 ...................................SMU Southern Miss..................31⁄2...................................RICE TEXAS A&M ..........................7 ....................Oklahoma St Maryland............................111⁄2 ................WAKE FOREST

Cable 33, 233 34, 234 35, 235 8, 14, 208 146 33, 233 34, 234 35, 235 143, 243 34, 234 35, 235

Women’s Basketball Time UMass v. Richmond 7 p.m.

Kansas v. Colorado 8 p.m.

Net CBSC FCSA

Cable 143, 243 144

NHL St. Louis v. Anaheim

Net FSN

Cable 36, 236

Time 9 p.m.

Tennis Time Medibank International 9 p.m.

Net Tennis

Cable 157

Premier Soccer Time Liverpool v. Blackpool 2 p.m.

Net FSC

Cable 149

College Basketball Time Purdue v. Minnesota 6 p.m.

Providence v. W. Virginia6 p.m.

Old Dominion v. Drexel 6 p.m.

Rhode Is. v. Richmond 6 p.m.

W. Kentucky v. Troy 7 p.m.

S. Utah v. Oral Roberts 7 p.m.

UCLA v. Oregon St. 7:30 p.m.

Virginia Tech v. UNC 8 p.m.

Miss. St. vs. Mississippi 8 p.m.

Loyola Mary. v. Port. St. 10 p.m.

Net ESPN ESPN2 ESPNU CBSC FCSA FCSC FCSP ESPN ESPN2 ESPN2

Cable 33, 233 34, 234 35, 232 143, 235 144 145 146 33, 233 34, 234 34, 234

NBA Orlando v. Okla. City Miami v. Denver

Net TNT 45, 245

Cable 45, 245

Women’s Basketball Time La. Tech v. Fresno St. 8 p.m.

Gonzaga v. Pepperdine 8 p.m.

Net ESPNU CBSC

Cable 35, 232 143, 235

Golf Sony Open

Time 6 p.m.

Net Golf

Cable 156, 289

Soccer MLS Draft

Time 11 a.m.

Net ESPN2

Cable 34, 234

Net FSN

Cable 36, 236

Time 7 p.m.

9:30 p.m.

NHL Time St. Louis v. Los Angeles 9:30 p.m.

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LATEST LINE NFL PLAYOFFS Favorite ...........................Points ....................Underdog Saturday, Jan 15th Divisional Round PITTSBURGH..................31⁄2 (37)....................Baltimore ATLANTA.........................21⁄2 (45) ..................Green Bay Sunday, Jan 16th Divisional Round CHICAGO ..........................10 (41) ..........................Seattle 1 NEW ENGLAND .............8 ⁄2 (45)........................NY Jets NBA Favorite ...........................Points ....................Underdog 1 Atlanta...........................3 ⁄2 (206)...................TORONTO Chicago ...........................3 (185).................CHARLOTTE INDIANA...........................3 (187)............................Dallas 1 Memphis ........................1 ⁄2 (192) ......................DETROIT BOSTON...........................10 (190)...............Sacramento San Antonio...................3 (187) .................MILWAUKEE Orlando............................3 (191)............NEW ORLEANS Oklahoma City..............1 (209).....................HOUSTON UTAH .................................6 (211)......................New York PHOENIX..........................7 (201).................New Jersey Miami ...............................8 (194)...............LA CLIPPERS 1 LA Lakers......................5 ⁄2 (207)................GOLDEN ST COLLEGE BASKETBALL Favorite ...........................Points ....................Underdog Ohio St .................................10.........................MICHIGAN VA Commonwealth...........9 ............WILLIAM & MARY

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THURSDAY

Source: UConn, Whipple negotiating

coordinator Mark Whipple is in the final stages of negotiations to become Connecticut’s next head coach, according to a UConn athletic department official.

In other college football news: ■ Defensive coordinator Rocky Long was promoted to head coach at San Diego State after Brady Hoke was hired away by Michigan, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press.

College Basketball Time Pitt. v. Georgetown 6 p.m.

Louisville v. Villanova 6 p.m.

Syracuse v. St. John’s 6 p.m.

Okla. St. v. Texas A&M 7 p.m.

Tulsa v. Arizona St. 7:30 p.m.

Duke v. Florida St. 8 p.m.

Kansas v. Iowa St. 8 p.m.

Colorado v. Kansas St. 8 p.m.

UNLV v. San Diego St. 9 p.m.

Nevada v. Idaho 10 p.m.

UC-Davis v. L. Beach St. 10 p.m.

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“How important is the sun to life on Earth?”

—Former Oregon coach Mike Bellotti, to The Oregonian, on Nike chairman Phil Knight’s importance to the Ducks’ football program

TODAY IN SPORTS

1969 — New York Jets quarterback Joe Namath “guarantees” a victory before the game against the 17-point favorite Baltimore Colts, then leads the AFL to its first Super Bowl victory, a 16-7 triumph over a Baltimore team that had lost only once in 16 games all season.

1991 — Princeton beats Cornell, 164-71, in an unusual swimming meet. The schools agree to compete by telephone due to a blizzard making travel to Ithaca, N.Y., difficult. Both teams swim in their owns pools and the results are exchanged by FAX. 2009 — Boston sets a club record with 22 points in overtime. Paul Pierce scores nine of his season-high 39 points in the overtime of the 115-109 win over Toronto.

The Celtics better the mark set on Jan. 2, 1963, when it outscored the San Francisco Warriors, 21-6, in a 135-120 win.

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No. 12 Texas pounds Texas Tech, 83-52 The Associated Press

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TEXAS’ TRISTAN THOMPSON DRIVES against Texas Tech’s Robert Lewandowski. Texas drilled Texas Tech, 83-52, on Tuesday in Lubbock, Texas.

Texas 83, Texas Tech 52 LUBBOCK, TEXAS — Freshman Tristan Thompson scored 20 points to lift No. 12 Texas to a rout over Texas Tech on Tuesday night.

Jordan Hamilton added 16 points and Cory Joseph had 15 for the Longhorns (13-3, 1-0 Big 12).

Texas got the ball inside with ease, scoring 50 points in the paint. The Longhorns were all over Texas Tech’s basket as well, pulling down rebounds off the Red Raiders’ many misses.

Texas pulled away midway through the first half and Texas Tech (8-9, 0-2) was unable to counter the Longhorns offense.

The Longhorns came into the game ranked fifth in the nation in field goal defense and easily continued that trend. They held the Red Raiders to 23 field goals on 59

attempts. It was the thirdworst shooting performance — 39 percent — by Texas Tech this season.

The Longhorns outscored Texas Tech, 24-9, in the first 10 minutes of the second half for a 62-31 lead.

For a third straight year, the Red Raiders have lost their first two Big 12 games. They have lost nine straight in Big 12 regular season play dating to last season.

TEXAS (13-3) Johnson 4-7 1-2 9, Hamilton 5-10 6-7 16, Balbay 4-6 1-5 9, Joseph 5-10 2-2 15, Thompson 7-11 611 20, Lucas 2-3 1-2 5, Brown 2-4 2-2 6, Wangmene 0-2 1-2 1, Hill 0-0 2-2 2. Totals 29-53 22-35 83.

TEXAS TECH (8-9) Reese 1-6 3-4 5, Tairu 4-8 0-0 8, Roberson 1-10 0-0 2, Lewandowski 6-11 1-1 13, Singletary 2-9 13 5, Dunn 0-0 0-0 0, Roberts 2-2 1-2 5, Willis 5-9 0-0 10, Crockett 1-2 0-0 2, Cooper 1-1 0-0 2, Outler 0-1 0-0 0. Totals 23-59 6-10 52.

Halftime—Texas 38-22. 3-Point Goals—Texas 312 (Joseph 3-7, Lucas 0-1, Balbay 0-1, Hamilton 0-3), Texas Tech 0-11 (Reese 0-1, Outler 0-1, Willis 0-2, Singletary 0-2, Roberson 0-5). Fouled Out—Cooper, Lewandowski. Rebounds—Texas 42 (Johnson 10), Texas Tech 23 (Singletary 8).

Assists—Texas 14 (Balbay, Brown, Joseph 3), Texas Tech 2 (Reese, Singletary 1). Total Fouls— Texas 16, Texas Tech 28. A—9,366.

Baylor 74, Oklahoma 61 WACO , T EXAS (AP ) — Perry Jones III scored a career-high 25 points and LaceDarius Dunn added 16 as Baylor beat Oklahoma for its record 15th straight home victory.

Dunn became only the second Baylor player to surpass 2,000 points for a career, while Quincy Acy added 15 points and a game-high eight rebounds for the Bears (12-3, 2-0 Big 12).

Steven Pledger led the Sooners (8-8, 0-2) with 17 points, and Cameron Clark added 16.

Baylor broke the Ferrell Center record it shared with O k l a h o m a . Th e S o o n e rs we re 14 - 0 o n t h e B e a rs ’ home court and 26-0 against them in Big 12 play before Baylor swept the series last year.

The Sooners, who lost their last nine Big 12 games last year and this season’s conference opener at Texas A&M, have

now dropped 11 straight conference games. A loss at No. 12 Texas on Saturday would extend the streak to 12, Oklahoma’s longest since losing 15 straight Big 6 contests in 193031.

Dunn scored on a drive with 17:07 left to crack the 2,000-point barrier. The senior has 2,009 points, leaving him 180 behind Terry Teagle on the school’s all-time list and 247 behind all-time Big 12 leader Andre Emmett of Texas Tech.

OKLAHOMA (8-8) Fitzgerald 4-10 1-2 9, Neal 0-1 0-0 0, Clark 6-14 3-4 16, Pledger 6-12 0-0 17, Blair 4-10 0-0 10, Washington 0-0 2-2 2, Newell 0-0 0-0 0, Honore’ 0-1 0-0 0, Thompson 3-7 1-3 7. Totals 23-55 7-11 61.

BAYLOR (12-3) Acy 5-8 5-7 15, P. Jones 10-13 5-6 25, A. Jones 4-6 0-1 9, Walton 1-4 3-4 5, Dunn 6-9 0-0 16, Ellis 2-4 0-0 4, Morgan 0-0 0-0 0, Love 0-1 0-0 0. Totals 28-45 13-18 74.

Halftime—Baylor 36-32. 3-Point Goals— Oklahoma 8-24 (Pledger 5-10, Blair 2-7, Clark 15, Thompson 0-2), Baylor 5-13 (Dunn 4-7, A. Jones 1-2, Love 0-1, Walton 0-3). Fouled Out— Fitzgerald. Rebounds—Oklahoma 23 (Thompson 6), Baylor 29 (Acy 8). Assists—Oklahoma 13 (Blair 6), Baylor 14 (Walton 4). Total Fouls— Oklahoma 15, Baylor 10. A—7,572.

TOP 25 MEN/BIG 12 WOMEN

Record-setting Jones, UK turn back Auburn, 78-54 The Associated Press

Top 25 Men No. 13 Kentucky 78, Auburn 54 LEXINGTON , K Y. — Terrence Jones set a Kentucky freshman single-game scoring record with 35 points as the Wildcats rolled by Auburn on Tuesday night.

Jones broke the previous record of 32 points — set by teammate Doron Lamb against Winthrop last month — behind a series of jumpers and layups as Kentucky (13-3, 1-1 SEC) easily avoided its first losing streak under coach John Calipari.

Calipari challenged the Wildcats to be tougher after getting pushed around in a loss to Georgia on Saturday.

Kentucky didn’t have to do much to flex its muscle against the overmatched Tigers but wasted little time putting them away. The Wildcats built a 19-point lead before the game was 10 minutes old and cruised from there.

AUBURN (7-9) Payne 5-11 3-4 15, Chubb 5-10 0-0 10, Langford 2-9 1-1 5, Wallace 0-4 1-2 1, Ross 0-8 1-2 1, Neysmith 2-4 0-2 4, Gabriel 5-10 2-2 13, Forbes 25 1-2 5. Totals 21-61 9-15 54.

KENTUCKY (13-3) Harrellson 4-6 0-0 8, Miller 4-9 0-0 10, Knight 513 0-0 13, Lamb 3-7 0-0 8, Liggins 2-2 0-2 4, Poole Jr. 0-1 0-0 0, Jones 11-17 9-13 35, Hood 0-1 0-0 0, Vargas 0-2 0-2 0. Totals 29-58 9-17 78.

Halftime—Kentucky 41-21. 3-Point Goals— Auburn 3-11 (Payne 2-4, Gabriel 1-4, Langford 01, Ross 0-2), Kentucky 11-26 (Jones 4-5, Knight 37, Lamb 2-5, Miller 2-6, Harrellson 0-1, Hood 0-1, Poole Jr. 0-1). Fouled Out—None. Rebounds— Auburn 38 (Gabriel 9), Kentucky 39 (Jones 8).

Assists—Auburn 11 (Ross 4), Kentucky 18 (Lamb 7). Total Fouls—Auburn 19, Kentucky 15. A— 23,065.

No. 10 Connecticut 67, Rutgers 53 H A R T F O R D , C O N N . — Alex Oriakhi had 17 points, 12 rebounds and four blocked shots as Connecticut returned to Big East play with a victory over Rutgers.

Kemba Walker f inished with 18 points. He has led UConn in scoring in every game this season.

The Huskies (13-2, 2-2 Big East), coming off a 82-81 overtime win at No. 12 Texas on Saturday, won their 10th straight against the Scarlet Knights (10-6, 1-3), who were led by Mike Poole’s 11 points and 10 rebounds.

Walker came into the game as the nation’s leading scorer averaging just under 26 points per game. He failed to reach 20 points for just the third time this season but pulled down six rebounds.

Connecticut opened the second half on a 20-2-run.

RUTGERS (10-6) Miller 2-8 1-2 5, J. Mitchell 2-12 0-0 4, Biruta 15 4-4 6, Beatty 3-9 1-2 9, Coburn 1-3 0-0 2, Lumpkins 2-3 0-0 5, Rigoglioso 1-1 0-0 2, Johnson 4-5 1-1 9, Kuhn 0-1 0-0 0, Poole 4-11 3-5 11, F. Mitchell 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 20-58 10-14 53.

CONNECTICUT (13-2) Giffey 1-4 0-0 2, Olander 0-1 0-0 0, Smith 3-7 13 8, Oriakhi 7-11 3-5 17, Walker 7-15 2-2 18, Beverly 2-4 2-2 7, Lamb 1-3 0-0 2, CoombsMcDaniel 3-8 1-2 9, Napier 2-4 0-0 4, Okwandu 00 0-0 0. Totals 26-57 9-14 67.

Halftime—Connecticut 32-27. 3-Point Goals— Rutgers 3-17 (Beatty 2-8, Lumpkins 1-2, Kuhn 01, Coburn 0-1, Miller 0-2, J. Mitchell 0-3), Connecticut 6-20 (Coombs-McDaniel 2-5, Walker 2-6, Beverly 1-1, Smith 1-5, Giffey 0-1, Napier 02). Fouled Out—None. Rebounds—Rutgers 37 (Poole 10), Connecticut 37 (Oriakhi 12). Assists— Rutgers 8 (Coburn, Miller 2), Connecticut 14 (Napier 7). Total Fouls—Rutgers 16, Connecticut 14. A—12,527.

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KENTUCKY’S DEANDRE LIGGINS (34) IS SLAPPED across the head by Auburn’s Adrian Forbes, right, as he goes to the basket. Forbes’ teammates Kenny Gabriel, left, and Earnest Ross, rear, look on. No. 13 Kentucky defeated Auburn, 7854, Tuesday in Lexington, Ky. No. 11 BYU 104, Utah 79 SALT LAKE CITY — Jimmer Fredettte scored 47 points and Jackson Emery added 20 points and set BYU’s career steals record (197) Tuesday night as the Cougars beat Utah to extend their winning streak to seven games.

BYU (17-1, 3-0 Mountain West) has won four straight and eight of the last nine against Utah.

Fredette hit a three-pointer from 30 feet for a 43-33 lead, and scored BYU’s final 13 points of the half, including a 40-footer at the buzzer that put the Cougars up, 53-42.

The buzzer-beater gave Fredette 32 points in the first half and moved him past BYU great Danny Ainge in career 30-point games with 13.

BYU (17-1) Davies 5-13 2-4 12, Hartsock 4-8 2-2 12, Emery 6-11 3-3 20, K. Collinsworth 4-11 2-2 11, Fredette 16-28 9-9 47, Abouo 0-4 0-2 0, Anderson 0-0 0-2 0, Rogers 1-1 0-0 2. Totals 36-76 18-24 104.

UTAH (7-10) O’Brien 4-9 5-6 13, Clyburn 7-16 8-9 23, Foster 3-3 0-0 6, Jo. Watkins 4-9 11-12 19, Glover 4-10 00 8, Hines 1-5 0-0 3, Kupets 1-3 0-0 3, DiMaria 00 0-0 0, Washburn 2-3 0-0 4. Totals 26-58 24-27 79.

Halftime—BYU 53-42. 3-Point Goals—BYU 1424 (Fredette 6-9, Emery 5-7, Hartsock 2-4, K. Collinsworth 1-3, Abouo 0-1), Utah 3-12 (Kupets 1-3, Hines 1-3, Clyburn 1-5, Glover 0-1).

Rebounds—BYU 30 (K. Collinsworth 8), Utah 45 (Foster 12). Assists—BYU 18 (Fredette 6), Utah 11 (Jo. Watkins 7). Total Fouls—BYU 21, Utah 18.

A—11,243.

Penn St. 57, No. 16 Illinois 55 STATE COLLEGE , P A. — Andrew Jones converted an offensive rebound with 1 second left and Talor Battle scored 26 points to lead Penn State past Illinois on Tuesday night for its second straight upset of a ranked team.

ILLINOIS (13-4) Davis 4-7 0-0 8, Cole 3-5 0-0 8, Tisdale 5-11 4-4 16, Richardson 0-4 3-3 3, McCamey 3-8 2-2 10, Paul 3-7 0-1 7, Leonard 0-1 0-0 0, Richmond 1-3 1-1 3, Griffey 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 19-46 10-11 55.

PENN ST. (10-6) Jackson 2-9 2-2 7, Brooks 2-7 2-2 7, Jones 5-8 22 12, Battle 8-15 6-6 26, Frazier 0-6 2-2 2, Marshall 0-4 0-0 0, Woodyard 0-1 0-0 0, Oliver 12 0-0 3. Totals 18-52 14-14 57.

Halftime—Tied 25-25. 3-Point Goals—Illinois 716 (Tisdale 2-3, McCamey 2-4, Cole 2-4, Paul 13, Richardson 0-2), Penn St. 7-24 (Battle 4-9, Oliver 1-2, Brooks 1-3, Jackson 1-6, Frazier 0-1, Woodyard 0-1, Marshall 0-2). Fouled Out—None.

Rebounds—Illinois 28 (Tisdale 14), Penn St. 33 (Brooks 10). Assists—Illinois 12 (McCamey 5), Penn St. 12 (Frazier 4). Total Fouls—Illinois 13, Penn St. 12. A—6,353.

Michigan St. 64, No. 20 Wisconsin 61, OT EAST LANSING, MICH. — Draymond Green scored a careerhigh 26 points, and Kalin Lucas made three free throws in the final minute of overtime to lift Michigan State to a much-needed victory over Wisconsin.

WISCONSIN (12-4) Taylor 8-20 3-4 21, Jarmusz 0-2 2-2 2, Leuer 3-9 3-3 10, Wilson 1-8 2-2 4, Nankivil 6-8 0-0 17, Smith 0-1 0-0 0, Evans 0-0 0-0 0, Gasser 2-2 1-1 5, Bruesewitz 1-4 0-0 2, Berggren 0-1 0-0 0. Totals 21-55 11-12 61.

MICHIGAN ST. (11-5) Lucas 4-17 9-12 17, Roe 2-2 0-2 4, Appling 2-3 0-0 5, Summers 1-6 1-2 3, Green 8-17 7-9 26, Payne 2-3 0-0 4, Thornton 1-1 0-0 2, Kebler 0-0 00 0, Nix 0-0 0-0 0, Lucious 1-3 0-0 3, Sherman 01 0-0 0. Totals 21-53 17-25 64.

Halftime—Wisconsin 23-20.

End Of Regulation—Tied 53. 3-Point Goals—Wisconsin 820 (Nankivil 5-6, Taylor 2-5, Leuer 1-2, Wilson 0-2, Jarmusz 0-2, Bruesewitz 0-3), Michigan St. 5-16 (Green 3-5, Appling 1-1, Lucious 1-2, Lucas 0-3, Summers 0-5).

Fouled Out—Nankivil.

Rebounds—Wisconsin 30 (Leuer, Taylor 7), Michigan St. 39 (Green 9). Assists—Wisconsin 12 (Gasser, Taylor, Wilson 3), Michigan St. 15 (Lucas 6). Total Fouls—Wisconsin 20, Michigan St. 16.

A—14,797.

Big 12 Women No. 17 Iowa State 64, Nebraska 43 AMES, IOWA — Kelsey Bolte scored 22 points and Iowa State used a huge second-half run to beat Nebraska on Tuesday night.

Anna Prins added 18 points and 11 rebounds for the Cyclones (13-3, 1-1 Big 12), who fell behind, 9-0, and trailed by as many as 11 before regrouping at halftime. Iowa State shot 58.6 percent in the second half and held Nebraska scoreless for 9 minutes while breaking the game open with a 22-0 run.

NEBRASKA (10-6) Moore 5-13 1-1 13, Burke 3-5 0-0 6, Leick 1-7 00 2, Hooper 3-11 0-0 8, Redmon 2-4 0-0 4, McCann-Smith 0-1 0-0 0, Williams 0-2 0-0 0, Periago 0-3 0-0 0, Sidhu 1-4 1-2 3, Maurer 3-5 00 7. Totals 18-55 2-3 43.

IOWA ST. (13-3) Harris 0-2 0-0 0, Christofferson 3-5 0-0 6, Mansfield 4-10 1-2 9, Bolte 9-13 0-0 22, Prins 511 6-8 18, Schroll 0-1 0-0 0, Cole 1-4 0-0 2, Arganbright 0-2 0-0 0, Poppens 3-4 1-4 7, Zimmerman 0-2 0-0 0. Totals 25-54 8-14 64.

Halftime—Nebraska 26-21. 3-Point Goals— Nebraska 5-24 (Hooper 2-7, Moore 2-8, Maurer 1-1, McCann-Smith 0-1, Sidhu 0-1, Williams 0-1, Leick 0-2, Periago 0-3), Iowa St. 6-15 (Bolte 4-5, Prins 2-4, Harris 0-1, Cole 0-1, Mansfield 0-2, Arganbright 0-2). Fouled Out—None. Rebounds— Nebraska 31 (Hooper, Redmon 6), Iowa St. 40 (Prins 11). Assists—Nebraska 9 (Burke 3), Iowa St. 17 (Mansfield 7). Total Fouls—Nebraska 21, Iowa St. 10. A—9,608.

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Atlantic Division W 28 22 15 13 10

L 9 15 23 24 27

Pct .757 .595 .395 .351 .270

GB — 6 131⁄2 15 18

L10 5-5 6-4 4-6 3-7 3-7

Str L-2 W-1 L-2 W-1 L-2

Home 16-3 10-7 10-7 8-10 7-10

Away 12-6 12-8 5-16 5-14 3-17

Conf 22-5 12-9 10-16 9-15 6-18

L 9 12 14 21 26

Pct .769 .676 .641 .400 .278

GB — 4 5 14 181⁄2

L10 9-1 9-1 8-2 5-5 3-7

Str W-9 W-9 W-4 W-3 W-1

Home 15-4 15-5 13-5 10-9 10-8

Away 15-5 10-7 12-9 4-12 0-18

Conf 19-4 17-6 17-8 8-14 6-19

L 12 20 21 25 30

Pct .676 .429 .400 .324 .211

GB — 9 10 13 171⁄2

L10 7-3 3-7 4-6 4-6 0-10

Str W-2 W-1 W-1 L-1 L-11

Home 17-3 9-9 8-8 9-8 5-12

Away 8-9 6-11 6-13 3-17 3-18

Conf 14-7 10-12 8-10 8-12 7-18

Pct .842 .722 .579 .447 .447

GB — 5 10 15 15

L10 7-3 5-5 6-4 4-6 5-5

Str W-3 L-2 W-1 W-1 L-2

Home 20-2 14-8 14-5 10-7 11-6

Away 12-4 12-2 8-11 7-14 6-15

Conf 22-3 16-5 11-11 10-13 12-13

L 13 13 16 19 30

Pct .658 .658 .568 .513 .231

GB — — 31⁄2 51⁄2 161⁄2

L10 6-4 6-4 5-5 5-5 3-7

Str W-2 W-1 W-1 L-2 L-5

Home 14-6 13-7 16-4 12-5 7-11

Away 11-7 12-6 5-12 8-14 2-19

Conf 14-9 13-11 15-10 14-12 3-21

L 11 21 22 24 27

Pct .718 .417 .405 .333 .229

GB — 111⁄2 12 141⁄2 18

L10 7-3 2-8 6-4 7-3 3-7

Str W-5 L-1 L-1 W-2 L-2

Home 15-5 9-9 9-6 9-13 6-15

Away 13-6 6-12 6-16 3-11 2-12

Conf 14-7 10-14 9-14 10-17 4-17

Southeast Division Miami Orlando Atlanta Charlotte Washington

W 30 25 25 14 10

Central Division Chicago Indiana Milwaukee Detroit Cleveland

W 25 15 14 12 8

WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division San Antonio Dallas New Orleans Houston Memphis

W 32 26 22 17 17

L 6 10 16 21 21

Northwest Division Oklahoma City Utah Denver Portland Minnesota

W 25 25 21 20 9

Pacific Division L.A. Lakers Phoenix Golden State L.A. Clippers Sacramento

W 28 15 15 12 8

Roundup

Tuesday’s games

EASTERN CONFERENCE

Boston New York Philadelphia Toronto New Jersey

Milwaukee at Atlanta, ppd.

Indiana 111, Philadelphia 103 Washington 136, Sacramento 133, OT San Antonio 107, Minnesota 96 Denver 132, Phoenix 98 New York 100, Portland 86 L.A. Lakers 112, Cleveland 57

Love, MIN Howard, ORL Randolph, MEM Griffin, LAC Camby, POR

38 35 34 36 35

185 122 153 141 114

411 336 281 314 284

596 458 434 455 398

15.7 13.1 12.8 12.6 11.4

Here’s a look at season stats from current Kansas Jayhawks in the NBA. Please note: Stats are h e a d in g i n t o T u e s d a y ’ s g a m e s .

Cole Aldrich, Oklahoma City: 1.0 points per game, 1.9 rebounds per game, 0.1 assists per game, 7:47 minutes per game (currently in NBA D-League) Darrell Arthur, Memphis: 7.8 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 0.5 APG, 20:06 MPG Mario Chalmers, Miami: 5.5 PPG, 2.0 RPG, 2.0 APG, 19:23 MPG Sherron Collins, Charlotte: 0.7 PPG, 0.1 RPG, 0.5 APG, 3:17 MPG Nick Collison, Oklahoma City: 4.5 PPG, 4.6 RPG, 0.7 APG, 20:00 MPG Drew Gooden, Milwaukee: 11.0 PPG, 7.0 RPG, 0.8 APG, 24:36 MPG Xavier Henry, Memphis: 5.6 PPG, 1.3 RPG, 0.6 APG, 17:34 MPG Kirk Hinrich, Washington: 11.5 PPG, 3.1 RPG, 4.9 APG, 33:12 MPG

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Darnell Jackson, Sacramento: 3.4 PPG, 2.0 RPG, 0.2 APG, 9:30 MPG

BOSTON CELTICS FORWARD PAUL PIERCE, RIGHT, TRIES TO drive past Houston Rockets guard Kyle Lowry during the Celtics’ 108-102 victory Monday in Boston. Pierce, a Kansas University product, is averaging 19 points a game.

Paul Pierce, Boston: 19.0 PPG, 5.2 RPG, 3.5 APG, 35:17 MPG

Brandon Rush, Indiana: 11.8 PPG, 3.7 RPG, 1.2 APG, 29:53 MPG

Julian Wright, Toronto: 3.4 PPG, 2.0 RPG, 1.2 APG, 12:41 MPG

Anthony trade might be on hold land Anthony in New Jersey with Chauncey Billups, Richard Hamilton and others.

Murphy missed practice for the second straight day Tuesday because of a virus, and he will not make the trip that includes stops in Los Angeles, Portland and Oakland.

With the exception of injured rookie Damion James, everyone else on the roster will travel, including shooting guard Anthony Morrow, who has been sidelined almost a month with a hamstring injury.

“This is the team that will be playing on the whole road trip,” Johnson said.

Johnson backed off the comment when asked if that meant a potential trade was on hold.

“I don’t make guarantees,” he said. “That’s not my job. I don’t make guarantees. No. I

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Wizards 136, Kings 133, OT WASHINGTON — Nick Young scored a career-high 43 points, and Kirk Hinrich had six in overtime as the WashToday’s games ington Wizards survived a Chicago at Charlotte, 6 p.m. last-minute regulation meltDallas at Indiana, 6 p.m. down to beat the Sacramento Atlanta at Toronto, 6 p.m.

Kings Tuesday night.

Sacramento at Boston, 6:30 p.m.

The Wizards blew a sixMemphis at Detroit, 6:30 p.m. point lead in the final 14 secSan Antonio at Milwaukee, 7 p.m. onds of the fourth quarter, Orlando at New Orleans, 7 p.m. and nearly blew a five-point Oklahoma City at Houston, lead in the final half-minute 7:30 p.m. of overtime. They finished New Jersey at Phoenix, 8 p.m. the game without starters New York at Utah, 8 p.m.

John Wall and Andray L.A. Lakers at Golden State, Blatche while earning a split 9:30 p.m. against a fellow last-place Miami at L.A. Clippers, 9:30 p.m. team from across the country.

Young went 14-for-22 from the field, including 7 for 10 from three-point range for How former the Wizards, who are 10-8 at home but 0-18 on the road. Six Washington players scored in Jayhawks fared double figures in the team’s Kirk Hinrich, Washington highest-scoring output of the Pts: 14. FGs: 5-9. FTs: 3-3. season, with Blatche tallying 16 points and 13 rebounds and Darnell Jackson, Sacramento Wall finishing with 22 points, Did not play (coach’s decision) nine assists and six rebounds.

Blatche sprained his right Brandon Rush, Indiana shoulder wrestling for the Pts: 9. FGs: 4-10. FTs: 0-0. ball and walked to the locker room in the final minute of regulation. He is day-to-day.

Wall came down with cramps Leaders while trying to drive past former Kentucky roommate THROUGH JAN. 10 DeMarcus Cousins with 2:49 Scoring G FG FT PTS AVG left in overtime and did not Durant, OKC 34 318 267 960 28.2 return.

Stoudemire, NYK 36 356 227 945 26.3 James, MIA 39 336 264 988 25.3 Beno Udrih and Francisco Ellis, GOL 37 347 176 933 25.2 Garcia scored 26 points Bryant, LAL 38 335 234 957 25.2 apiece for the Kings, who Wade, MIA 37 320 251 923 24.9 Rose, CHI 36 324 170 876 24.3 have lost 11 straight on the Nowitzki, DAL 29 260 153 700 24.1 road and six in a row at the Rebounds G OFF DEF TOT AVG Verizon Center.

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EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Listening to Nets coach Avery Johnson, the monster deal to bring Carmelo Anthony from Denver to New Jersey might be on hold.

Hours before leaving for a four-game West Coast road trip, Johnson said Tuesday he didn’t expect any roster changes during the trip.

Johnson refused to guarantee there wouldn’t be any changes, but it might be tough to make a deal involving more than a dozen players, including eight from the Nets, with the team playing four games in six days.

The much-publicized deal would have the Nets sending point guard Devin Harris, rookie power forward Derrick Favors, veteran Troy Murphy and others to either Denver or Detroit in a swap that would

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don’t even know if I was that good when I was in the media at making predictions. I had a few right, and the few that I got right I let everybody know about them consistently. But the other ones that I didn’t get right, we don’t talk about those. The point is, we’re going to have this team throughout the road trip.”

Johnson said he would adjust if either owner Mikhail Prokhorov or general manager Billy King told him something different.

“I know what’s going on behind the scenes,” Johnson said. “So, just because somebody else reports something, I know what the truth is.”

Getting a deal done may force the Nets (10-27) to play short-handed, especially if more than half of their 14-man roster is traded.

SACRAMENTO (133) Garcia 9-17 5-5 26, Thompson 4-5 0-1 8, Cousins 4-19 2-6 10, Head 2-7 0-0 4, Udrih 10-13 5-5 26, Jeter 4-9 0-0 8, Greene 0-2 0-0 0, Landry 9-13 5-5 23, Dalembert 3-4 1-1 7, Casspi 5-15 2-2 15, Taylor 3-4 0-0 6. Totals 53-108 20-25 133.

WASHINGTON (136) Lewis 7-11 1-2 16, Blatche 5-10 6-7 16, McGee 3-10 4-6 10, Wall 6-19 10-10 22, Young 14-22 8-9 43, Yi 1-5 0-0 2, Seraphin 1-2 0-0 2, Hinrich 5-9 3-3 14, Thornton 4-5 1-2 9, Armstrong 0-0 0-0 0, Booker 1-2 0-0 2, Martin 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 47-95 33-39 136.

Sacramento 19 37 27 43 7 — 133 Washington 38 16 40 32 10 — 136 3-Point Goals—Sacramento 7-20 (Casspi 3-6, Garcia 3-6, Udrih 1-3, Cousins 0-1, Taylor 0-1, Greene 0-1, Head 0-1, Jeter 0-1), Washington 917 (Young 7-10, Hinrich 1-3, Lewis 1-4). Fouled Out—None. Rebounds—Sacramento 49 (Casspi, Cousins 8), Washington 65 (Blatche 13).

Assists—Sacramento 31 (Jeter 11), Washington 28 (Wall 9). Total Fouls—Sacramento 23, Washington 22. Technicals—Cousins, Garcia, Thompson. A—16,226 (20,173).

Spurs 107, Timberwolves 96 MINNEAPOLIS — Manu Ginobili had 19 points, including five technical free throws in a 10-second span of the third quarter, and the Spurs beat the Timberwolves for the 16th straight time.

Richard Jefferson scored 17 and Tony Parker had 12 points and 13 assists for San Antonio.

Ginobili also had nine rebounds.

Kevin Love had 20 points and 20 rebounds for the Timberwolves, who have lost five in a row and came unglued during referee Ken Mauer’s five-technical binge in the third. Michael Beasley had just seven points on 3-for-11 shooting while playing on a sprained left ankle and left late in the fourth quarter after aggravating the injury.

Darko Milicic, Corey Brewer and Love each got whistled for one technical and coach Kurt Rambis received two Ts and was ejected.

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WASHINGTON GUARD KIRK HINRICH (12) DRIVES against the Sacramento Kings in overtime. Hinrich scored six points in overtime to lead the Wizards to a 136-133 victory on Tuesday in Washington.

Hansbrough finished with 12 points and nine rebounds.

Jrue Holiday led the Sixers with 19 points and Elton Brand added 18. Marreese Speights and Evan Turner each had 14.

INDIANA (111) Granger 10-17 4-4 27, Hansbrough 6-11 0-0 12, Hibbert 4-12 0-0 8, Collison 8-15 5-5 21, Dunleavy 8-16 0-0 20, Rush 4-10 0-0 9, Foster 45 2-2 10, Ford 1-3 0-0 2, George 1-1 0-0 2. Totals 46-90 11-11 111.

PHILADELPHIA (103) Iguodala 0-7 1-2 1, Brand 8-12 2-2 18, Hawes 0-2 0-0 0, Holiday 7-14 2-3 19, Meeks 4-10 2-2 13, Speights 6-8 2-2 14, Nocioni 0-0 0-0 0, Williams 6-13 0-0 12, Young 5-10 2-2 12, Turner 5-10 3-4 14. Totals 41-86 14-17 103.

Indiana 27 30 27 27 — 111 Philadelphia 23 26 32 22 — 103 3-Point Goals—Indiana 8-16 (Dunleavy 4-8, Granger 3-4, Rush 1-4), Philadelphia 7-18 (Meeks 3-5, Holiday 3-5, Turner 1-3, Iguodala 02, Williams 0-3). Fouled Out—None. Rebounds— Indiana 45 (Hansbrough 9), Philadelphia 47 (Speights 9). Assists—Indiana 29 (Collison 13), Philadelphia 26 (Holiday 8). Total Fouls—Indiana 21, Philadelphia 18. Technicals—Hawes. A— 10,890 (20,318).

Nuggets 132, Suns 98 D E N V E R — Arron Afflalo scored a career-high 31 points and Carmelo Anthony followed up one of his worst shooting performances with a 28-point effort, helping the Denver Nuggets snap a threegame skid.

Anthony, the subject of trade talks all season, was greeted early by the crowd with a smattering of boos but quickly reversed the mood with his hustle and hanging jumpers. He also grabbed 10 rebounds.

Ty Lawson scored 16 points to help the Nuggets avoid their first four-game losing streak in nearly four years.

They’re the only NBA team in that time that hasn’t dropped four in a row.

SAN ANTONIO (107) Jefferson 5-10 4-4 17, Duncan 7-15 2-4 16, Blair 3-4 0-2 6, Parker 3-9 6-6 12, Ginobili 6-13 55 19, Hill 5-8 1-2 13, McDyess 2-5 1-2 5, Bonner 5-10 3-3 16, Neal 1-3 0-0 3, Quinn 0-2 0-0 0, Splitter 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 37-79 22-28 107.

MINNESOTA (96) Beasley 3-11 0-0 7, Love 7-20 4-6 20, Milicic 26 3-4 7, Ridnour 7-13 3-3 18, Brewer 4-8 3-3 11, Webster 5-14 6-7 18, Flynn 1-7 0-0 3, Tolliver 00 0-0 0, Johnson 3-8 0-0 7, Pekovic 2-3 1-1 5.

Totals 34-90 20-24 96.

San Antonio 36 27 25 19 — 107 Minnesota 25 28 23 20 — 96 3-Point Goals—San Antonio 11-22 (Jefferson 3-4, Bonner 3-7, Hill 2-2, Ginobili 2-6, Neal 1-2, Parker 0-1), Minnesota 8-23 (Love 2-5, Webster 2-5, Johnson 1-2, Flynn 1-2, Ridnour 1-3, Beasley 1-3, Brewer 0-3). Fouled Out—None.

Rebounds—San Antonio 53 (Ginobili 9), Minnesota 55 (Love 20). Assists—San Antonio 28 (Parker 13), Minnesota 19 (Ridnour 9). Total Fouls—San Antonio 19, Minnesota 21.

Technicals—San Antonio defensive three second, Brewer, Love, Milicic, Minnesota Coach Rambis 2. Ejected— Minnesota Coach Rambis.

A—11,209 (19,356).

PHOENIX (98) Childress 2-6 1-4 5, Frye 4-13 2-2 11, Lopez 23 2-2 6, Nash 4-8 6-6 15, V.Carter 6-15 0-0 15, Gortat 5-8 1-1 11, Dudley 2-6 2-2 7, Dragic 3-10 5-7 11, Warrick 0-2 3-6 3, Pietrus 2-7 3-4 8, Dowdell 1-6 2-2 4, Siler 1-3 0-1 2. Totals 32-87 2737 98.

DENVER (132) Anthony 9-17 8-10 28, Martin 3-5 0-0 6, Nene 5-7 1-3 11, Billups 1-5 4-4 7, Afflalo 11-14 7-7 31, Harrington 3-9 3-3 10, Andersen 0-2 0-0 0, Smith 5-6 5-5 15, Lawson 4-5 7-8 16, Forbes 0-2 0-0 0, Williams 2-5 2-3 6, A.Carter 1-2 0-0 2. Totals 4479 37-43 132.

Phoenix 32 23 17 26 — 98 Denver 20 44 38 30 — 132 3-Point Goals—Phoenix 7-22 (V.Carter 3-5, Dudley 1-1, Nash 1-3, Pietrus 1-4, Frye 1-5, Dowdell 0-1, Childress 0-1, Dragic 0-2), Denver 7-17 (Afflalo 2-4, Anthony 2-4, Lawson 1-1, Billups 1-2, Harrington 1-3, Smith 0-1, A.Carter 0-1, Martin 0-1). Fouled Out—Lawson.

Rebounds—Phoenix 49 (Frye 8), Denver 57 (Anthony 10). Assists—Phoenix 16 (Nash 7), Denver 30 (Billups 7). Total Fouls—Phoenix 32, Denver 27. Technicals—Dragic, Phoenix Coach Gentry, Nash, Martin, Smith, Denver defensive three second 2. A—14,874 (19,155).

Pacers 111, 76ers 103 P H I L A D E L P H I A — Danny Granger scored 27 points, Darren Collison added 21 points and 13 assists, and Indiana snapped a nine-game road losing streak.

Mike Dunleavy had 20 points for the Pacers, who had dropped three straight and 10 of 13 overall. Tyler

Knicks 100,Blazers 86 P O R T L A N D , O RE . — Amare Stoudemire had 23 points and eight rebounds and Raymond Felton added 17 points and 14 assists.

Ronny Turiaf had a seasonhigh 19 points and tied a season high with 10 rebounds for the Knicks, who improved to 12-8 on the road, surpassing

their road win total from last season. Wilson Chandler added 17 points. Stoudemire has scored at least 20 points in 22 straight games.

LaMarcus Aldridge had 19 points and 10 rebounds for the Blazers. Rudy Fernandez scored 12 of his 18 in the first half for Portland, while Andre Miller had 14 points.

NEW YORK (100) Chandler 7-14 2-2 17, Stoudemire 9-23 5-8 23, Turiaf 8-9 3-3 19, Felton 7-16 1-2 17, Fields 4-6 00 8, Walker 4-9 0-0 10, Douglas 1-4 0-0 2, S.Williams 2-3 0-0 4. Totals 42-84 11-15 100.

PORTLAND (86) Batum 5-13 2-2 13, Aldridge 8-18 3-4 19, Camby 0-6 1-2 1, Miller 7-11 0-0 14, Matthews 213 6-7 10, Cunningham 0-3 2-2 2, Mills 3-9 3-4 9, Fernandez 4-10 7-7 18, Przybilla 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 29-83 24-28 86.

New York 29 27 19 25 — 100 Portland 23 27 16 20 — 86 3-Point Goals—New York 5-12 (Walker 2-4, Felton 2-5, Chandler 1-1, Fields 0-1, S.Williams 0-1), Portland 4-18 (Fernandez 3-7, Batum 1-4, Aldridge 0-1, Matthews 0-2, Mills 0-4). Fouled Out—None. Rebounds—New York 52 (Turiaf 10), Portland 52 (Camby 16). Assists—New York 27 (Felton 14), Portland 8 (Camby, Miller 3). Total Fouls—New York 21, Portland 14. Technicals— Stoudemire, Portland defensive three second 2.

Flagrant Fouls—Walker. A—20,604 (19,980).

Lakers 112, Cavaliers 57 L O S A N G E L E S — The Los Angeles Lakers humiliated the Cleveland Cavaliers while sending them to their 11th straight loss.

Ron Artest and Andrew Bynum each scored 15 points, while Pau Gasol had 13 points and 14 rebounds. Kobe Bryant, Lamar Odom and Shannon Brown also scored 13 points for the defending NBA champion Lakers, who led the league’s worst team by 32 points at halftime on their way to winning their fifth in a row.

Reserves Alonzo Gee scored 12 points and Ramon Sessions 10. Cleveland’s point total was a record low by a Lakers opponent.

CLEVELAND (57) Jamison 3-10 0-0 6, Hickson 1-8 3-4 5, Hollins 1-2 0-0 2, Williams 1-9 0-2 2, Harris 2-8 4-6 8, Samuels 1-12 1-2 3, Gee 6-12 0-0 12, Sessions 48 2-2 10, Eyenga 2-3 0-0 4, Moon 2-5 0-0 5. Totals 23-77 10-16 57.

L.A. LAKERS (112) Artest 6-11 0-0 15, Gasol 6-12 1-1 13, Bynum 79 1-3 15, Fisher 4-6 0-0 10, Bryant 5-10 2-2 13, Odom 5-8 1-1 13, Blake 1-5 0-0 2, Brown 4-8 4-5 13, Walton 2-8 1-2 5, Smith 0-1 0-0 0, Ebanks 3-5 0-1 7, Caracter 3-3 0-0 6. Totals 46-86 10-15 112.

Cleveland 12 13 16 16 — 57 L.A. Lakers 27 30 35 20 — 112 3-Point Goals—Cleveland 1-14 (Moon 1-3, Gee 0-2, Harris 0-3, Jamison 0-3, Williams 0-3), L.A. Lakers 10-20 (Artest 3-5, Odom 2-2, Fisher 2-3, Ebanks 1-1, Bryant 1-2, Brown 1-3, Walton 0-2, Blake 0-2). Fouled Out—None. Rebounds— Cleveland 48 (Jamison, Gee 8), L.A. Lakers 57 (Gasol 14). Assists—Cleveland 12 (Sessions 4), L.A. Lakers 25 (Bryant 8). Total Fouls—Cleveland 17, L.A. Lakers 14. A—18,997 (18,997).

Bucks-Hawks postponed ATLANTA — Tuesday night’s game between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Atlanta Hawks has been postponed due to the winter storm that has locked down much of north Georgia.

The game has been rescheduled for March 15 at Philips Arena.

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AMES, IOWA — Kansas University sophomore guard/forward Travis Releford is listed as doubtful for tonight’s game at Iowa State.

Releford sprained his left ankle during the first half of KU’s 67-60 overtime victory over Michigan on Sunday in Ann Arbor, Mich.

“I don't think he’ll play ... his swelling is going down,” KU coach Bill Self said Tuesday. “I think he'll be out a couple more days.” ●

Little’s role undetermined: Senior Mario Little, who was suspended for six games, is eligible to play tonight.

“Just because he’s back in uniform doesn’t mean he’s going to play a lot,” Self said.

“Now it’s up to me. He could be a bad matchup four (power forward) or a big wing. He’s talented enough to help our team, no question about it.”

The Jayhawk players believe Little will be of great value to the team.

“He can bring his scoring ability,” junior Marcus Morris said. “He’s one of the best scorers we have that a lot of people don’t know about. It’s the best time for him to come back. It’s conference. We are really going to use him and we’ll need him.”

Junior Tyshawn Taylor added: “He brings a leadership role to us, a guy we want on the court. He’s another scoring threat who can do a lot of things for us.”

Senior Tyrel Reed added: “He went through some tough times (since arrest on Dec. 16). Being teammates, we are there to support him through everything. I think he is raring to go. He’s been practicing hard. That’s Mario, typical Mario. He always wants to get better and compete.” ●

Daniels update: DeAndre Daniels, a 6-foot-8 senior forward from IMG Academies in Bradenton, Fla., as of Tuesday had not yet chosen between finalists KU and Texas. A

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Coming off of a loss in its first Big 12 game of the season, the Kansas University women’s basketball team will look to bounce back at 8 tonight on the road at Colorado.

The Jayhawks (13-2) dropped their Big 12 opener in heartbreaking fashion last Saturday night. Despite leading Texas Tech by as many as 15 points, the Jayhawks fell, 6157, at Allen Fieldhouse.

Kansas led by nine at halftime but was outscored by 13 in the second half, as the Red Raiders’ pressure defense, precision offense and a KU scoring drought that spanned more than five minutes led to KU’s demise.

In the loss, leading scorer Carolyn Davis tallied 11 points and 13 rebounds but attempted just five shots. Aishah Sutherland led KU with 17 points and Monica Engelman added 11, but needed 15 shots to score them. In all, KU shot just 44 percent from the floor, including 40 percent in the second half and just 9-of-18 from the free throw line.

The challenge for the Jayhawks now is to bounce back

All of Lawrence High’s athletic events scheduled for Tuesday were postponed because of inclement weather, according to the school’s athletic director, Ron Commons.

The boys junior varsity and varsity basketball games have been rescheduled for Thursday at Shawnee Mission North with tipoffs of 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Probable Starters

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Engleman ill: KU basketball All-American Howard Engleman, who has been ill since Christmas, is currently in The Hospice of Salina. Family CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1B members have asked KU fans to put Howard in their ● Complete 30 hours of thoughts and prayers. community service. ● Mario Little had apologized KU, ISU facts: KU has won publicly the morning after he 19 straight conference openwas arrested. According to ers dating to the 1991-92 seathe original police report, son with 12 of those wins on officers said early on Dec. 16 the road. ... KU has won six he confronted the woman straight and 10 of 14 Big 12 regwho was inside a residence ular-season titles. KU has with a 19-year-old Lawrence won an NCAA best 53 conferman. Jerry Little on Tuesday ence titles. ... KU leads the allreferred to the woman as time series, 168-58, dating to Mario Little’s ex-girlfriend.

1908, and has won the last 10 The report said Little then meetings. ... KU is 21-18 in got into an altercation with Hilton Coliseum. The Jaythe man and chased the hawks have won six in a row woman as she ran to a nearby in Ames. ... residence, where he later pushed her into a sink. Police — Assistant sports editor Gary Bedore can be said no one was hospitalized. reached at 832-7186.

He originally faced two more counts of battery for pushing another woman and an altercation with another man. Jerry Little said his office agreed to drop those two counts along with charges of criminal damage and trespassing. He said Mario Little either has already the way they did after a loss at repaired or agreed to repair a Michigan last month. KU fol- door he damaged that night.

Jerry Little and Mario Little lowed up that setback with a convincing thrashing of Alaba- are not related.

“It wasn’t an easy decision. I ma at home the next game.

“After a tough loss at Michigan, (we) played Alabama at home awfully well, so that’s where myself, the staff and the upperclassmen have to lead,” KU coach Bonnie Henrickson said. “We just have to figure out what we need to fix, get CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1B our heads together and When a wrestler wins a bounce back.”

Colorado enters tonight’s match by up to seven points it game at 9-5, also on the heels counts as three points for the of a loss in its Big 12 opener. team, eight-to-14 points CU lost to Texas A&M, 85-57. counts as four team points, it’s Although the Buffs five team points for a technidropped a handful of non- cal fall (winning by 15 points conference games only one or more) and a pin counts for came at home. CU is 9-1 in six points.

Seybert also likes the Boulder this season.

Colorado is led by All-Big weight he’s at because it 12 performer Brittany Spears, means he is one of the pracwho averages 17.6 points per tice partners of Wright-Congame. Spears also ranks sec- klin, the team’s best.

Camaraderie is evident at ond on the team with 7.6 practices, where the athletes rebounds.

During Henrickson’s time go through drills as their in Lawrence, KU has never favorite music booms, but it won more than six conference can get intense.

“He makes me a lot better,” games in a single season.

“This league is tough and Seybert said of Wright-Conwe can’t dwell on this,” soph- klin. “We get pretty competiomore guard Angel Goodrich tive during practice. It really carries over to the real deal.” said.

The word “natural” rolls off the tongues of those who have seen Wright-Conklin wrestle since he started the sport.

Seybert, who hasn’t seen him as long, has a good grasp for The swim meet at Lawrence what makes his teammate so tough to beat.

High scheduled for Tuesday “First of all, he’s been doing has been rescheduled to today.

A makeup date for the bowling it since he was so young,” Seybert said. “He’s got all the competition and girls varsity technique. He knows what basketball game have not yet he’s doing and he’s got confibeen determined, Commons dence, for sure. He’s really said. flexible with his hips. He’s Free State High’s boys and really got that leverage. It’s girls basketball games schedhard to move him. Since he’s uled for Tuesday night at been lifting he’s got a lot of Shawnee Mission Northwest upper-body strength. And also were postponed.

BRIEFLY Storm cancels events

Kansas vs. Iowa State Hoiberg looking

KANSAS (15-0, 0-0) IOWA STATE (13-3, 0-1) F — Marcus Morris (6-9) F — Melvin Ejim (6-6) F — Markieff Morris (6-10) F — J. Vanderbeken (6-11) G — Josh Selby (6-2) G — Jake Anderson (6-2) G — Tyshawn Taylor (6-3) G — Diante Garrett (6-4) Kentucky recruiting writer G — Tyrel Reed (6-3) G — S. Christopherson (6-3) indicated the Wildcats dropped Daniels as a recruit Tip: 8 p.m. today, Hilton Coliseum. late last week.

TV: ESPN2, cable channels 34, 234.

Jerry Meyer of Rivals.com writes that, “Daniels will likely enroll at Kansas for the secRosters ond semester but will not suit IOWA STATE up for the team until next KANSAS 0 — Thomas Robinson, 6-9, 237, 0 — Jordan Railey, 6-11, 245, Fr., C, year. Sources close to his Soph., F, Washington, D.C. Beaverton, Ore. recruitment have indicated 2 — Conner Teahan, 6-5, 212, Sr., G, 1 — Bubu Palo, 6-1, 175, Fr., G, that Daniels will visit Kansas Leawood.

Ames, Iowa.

4 — Justin Wesley, 6-8, 200, 2 — Chris Babb, 6-5, 220, Jr., G, again late this week.”

Arlington, Texas.

If he does “visit” KU, one Soph., F, Fort Worth, Texas.

5 — Jeff Withey, 7-0, 235, Soph., C, 3 — Melvin Ejim, 6-6, 215, Fr., F, would expect him to not leave San Diego.

Toronto, Ontario. town anytime soon. He’s 10 — Tyshawn Taylor, 6-3, 185, Jr., 4 — Chris Allen, 6-3, 205, Sr., G, already made his off icial G, Hoboken, N.J. Lawrenceville, Ga. 5 — Jake Anderson, 6-2, 205, Sr., recruiting trip to KU. Various 11 — Royce Woolridge, 6-3, 182, Fr., G, Chicago. recruiting analysts have said G, Phoenix.

12 — Brady Morningstar, 6-4, 185, 10 — Diante Garrett, 6-4, 190, Sr., he wants to attend KU if he Sr., G, Lawrence.

G, Milwaukee. can receive a Pell Grant or 14 — Tyrel Reed, 6-4, 193, Sr., G, 11 — Scott Christopherson, 6-3, 195, academic scholarship. KU has Burlington.

Jr., G, LaCrosse, Wis. 12 — Austin McBeth, 6-0, 190, no scholarships available sec- 15 — Elijah Johnson, 6-4, 195, Soph., G. Las Vegas.

Soph., G, Wayland, Iowa. ond semester.

13 — Eric McKnight, 6-9, 220, Fr., F, Meanwhile, Zagsblog.net 20 — Niko Roberts, 5-11, 175, Fr., G, Huntington, N.Y. Raleigh, N.C. q u o te s I M G ba s ke t ba l l 21 — Markieff Morris, 6-10, 245, Jr., 15 — Calvin Godfrey, 6-8, 230, Fr., director Andy Borman as C, Philadelphia.

F, Robbinsdale, Minn. saying Daniels, “is still train- 22 — Marcus Morris, 6-9, 235, Jr., 22 — Anthony Booker, 6-9, 245, Jr., F, St. Louis. ing with us and he has an F, Philadelphia.

23 — Jamie Vanderbeken, 6-11, open invitation to stay at 23 — Mario Little, 6-6, 218, Sr., G, Chicago.

240, Sr., F, Belleville, Ontario.

IMG should he decide to 24 — Travis Releford, 6-5, 207, 25 — John Lamb, 6-1, 185, Sr., G, wait for the spring.

Soph., G, Kansas City, Mo. Indianola, Iowa.

“It is my opinion that the 32 — Josh Selby, 6-2, 183, Fr., G, 30 — Royce White, 6-8, 250, Fr., F, Minneapolis, Minn. delay in his decision is due to Baltimore.

33 — Drew Mitchell, 6-3, 240, Sr., the fact that DeAndre and his 40 — Jordan Juenemann, 6-3, 195, G, Hays.

G, Ft. Dodge, Iowa. dad are being extremely thor- Jr., Head coach: Bill Self. Assistants: Head coach: Fred Hoiberg. ough with their decision- Joe Dooley, Kurtis Townsend, Assistants: T.J. Otzelberger, Elwyn making process,” Borman Danny Manning.

McRoy, Bobby Lutz. added to Zagsblog.

Kansas women look to bounce back vs. Buffs

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Diversion details revealed believe 100 percent in my heart it’s the right decision,” Self said of reinstatement. “I tried to look at it as if he was my own child. We let the legal system play out. He got diversion, went through the courts, he’s done a lot of things through us.”

Self said removing Little from the program did not fit in this particular situation.

“A big part of his life is wrapped into what happens here with him as a Kansas basketball player. Five minutes of whatever happened — and we know something did happen and it was wrong — to totally affect his opportunity to play overseas, his opportunity to finish in uniform and have a good experience that would be a good springboard for the rest of his life over that I thought was too severe to take from him,” Self said.

“I feel I’d seriously be letting him down as his coach, somebody that said I’d always look out for him and have his back in this particular situation because I believe he has done what he should have done (since the incident) and certainly I know the remorse he feels and has felt because of it.”

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tonight. Also, there’s a feeling the Cyclones, who fell at Nebraska, 63-62, Saturday, believe they have a realistic shot at downing KU with Hoiberg at the helm.

“This gives us an opportunity to see where we are against one of the top two teams in the country. I think they and Duke are the best teams right now,” Hoiberg said. He left his post as vice president of basketball operations for the Minnesota Timberwolves last spring to take over for Greg McDermott, f irst-year head coach at Creighton.

“It’s a special night for us.

We’re bringing coach Orr back, opening Johnny’s Legends sports bar up in the concourse (with a statue of Orr in front). It’ll be an electric night. Hopefully we’ll bring back some of the Hilton Magic we’re trying to reestablish.”

Hoiberg went 3-1 as a player versus KU (1991-95) in Hilton Coliseum, 0-4 in Allen Fieldhouse and 1-0 in Kemper Arena.

“I remember those games against Kansas, you have a little extra in your tank,” said Hoiberg, who exploded for 32 points, including 17 straight in the second half, to pace ISU over KU, 69-65, on Jan. 14, 1995, in Ames. He hit six of 12 threes in that game.

“When we played at Kansas, it was never much of a game. The close games were always at Hilton. Basically at Kansas, they go in with a bullseye on their back every time they play. Those guys have to be at their best night in and out and they are. That’s how they play.

“It gives our guys a great opportunity. Hopefully we can stay in the game and give our fans something to cheer about.”

Hoiberg’s 2010-11 Cyclones claimed marquee victories at Iowa (75-72) and Virginia (6047) in the nonconference season, while also losing at Northern Iowa (60-54) and at home to Cal (76-73).

“They will be juiced. This will be one of the harder games we play going to Ames,” Self said. “They’ll be honoring coach Orr. They’ll be playing, ‘Here’s Johnny (Orr’s old theme song)’ and probably every past player he ever coached will be there.

Add to that they have a good team, better than last year.”

The Cyclones — who will be bolstered by the addition of four transfers next season — normally use just seven or eight players in games. Football players Austin McBeth and Drew Mitchell were

added last week just to have enough healthy players to practice.

“I’d love to be able to do toughness drills in practice, but with our limited bodies it’s just hard to do,” Hoiberg said. “You just try to prepare them mentally and try to save their legs as much as you can.”

Diante Garrett, a 6-4 senior point guard from Milwaukee, averages a team-leading 17.1 points a game. He has 93 assists against 46 turnovers.

Scott Christopherson, a 6-3 junior guard from LaCrosse, Wis., averages 14.5 ppg. He’s made 48 of 95 threes for 50.5 percent. Melvin Ejim, a 6-6 freshman from Toronto, averages 12.7 points and 7.1 boards.

Jake Anderson, a 6-2 senior from Chicago, contributes 11.3 points and 8. 5 rebounds, while Jamie Vanderbeken, a 611, 240-pound senior from Belleville, Ontario, averages 10.8 points and 5.7 boards.

Vanderbeken has blocked 36 shots and stroked 36 of 85 threes for 42.4 percent.

“It’ll be a tough matchup.

Our big guys will have to get out and guard,” Self said.

Hoiberg believes he has a team that won’t back down.

“Our guys are going out every night with a purpose on the defensive end of the floor,” he said. “We talk about playing with conf idence every night and giving ourselves a chance to win.”

The current, No. 3-ranked Jayhawks enter with a healthy dose of respect for coach Hoiberg.

“I’ve heard of him. I’ve seen him play. I know his jersey is hanging in the rafters there,” said KU senior Tyrel Reed. “I know he was a great player and is a great coach.”

Noted senior Brady Morningstar: “I followed his NBA career a little bit, especially when he was with the Bulls (1999-2003). He was a good player. I know it’ll be a tough game. It’s always pretty crazy when we go up there.”

KU has won 10 straight in the series, six straight in Hilton. The last Cyclone win over KU was a 63-61 overtime victory on Feb. 19, 2005, in Allen. The last ISU win in Ames over KU was a 68-61 decision on Jan. 31, 2004.

“Iowa State is a great place to open at,” said KU junior Marcus Morris. “They are a capable team. The place will be juiced up. I think we’re all excited for conference play.

We’re all saying it’s about time it’s here. I felt it was taking a long time to come.”

KU will return home to meet Nebraska at 1 p.m. Saturday in Allen.

— Assistant sports editor Gary Bedore can be reached at 832-7186.

Lawrence High wrestlers thinking big this winter LAWRENCE HIGH WRESTLING ROSTER Freshmen: Ryan Bellinger, Matthew Dominguez, Garrett Girard, Caelan Golledge, Xavier Kenney, Austin Magdaleno, Isaias Rojo, Greg Shipley, Ryan Walter.

Sophomores: Jordan Cuttell, Andrew Denning, Chris Gillespie, Hunter Haralson, Stephen Hodges, Akram Laytimi, Ethan Mireles, Zach Ramaley, Josh Seybert, Will Thompson, Timothy he’s really quick. He’s just really good all-around, every aspect.”

Starting young isn’t a requirement but is an advantage in wrestling.

LHS wrestling coach Pat Naughton didn’t take up the sport until he was a freshman at Des Moines Dowling Catholic in the wrestling-rich state of Iowa. With wrestlers in front of him and behind him bound for Div. I programs such as Iowa State, Notre Dame and Brown, Naughton was relegated to the junior varsity squad. That didn’t do anything to douse his passion for the sport.

“If you just take it up in high school, there is going to be a huge learning curve and a huge problem with getting frustrated and getting beat every single time you step on the mat,” Naughton said. “It wears on the ego. Once they

Thongone, Taylor Vardys, Jacob Warren.

Juniors: Mitch Damron, Macon Ezell, Brady Murrish, Joe Odrowski, Adam Ramos, Ryan Schulteis, Josh Song, Jacob Von Feldt, Brad Wilson, Reece Wright-Conklin.

Seniors: Levi Flohrschutz, Cameron Magdaleno, Nick Mockus, Gus Rials, Ben Seybert.

understand it will take a year, a year-and-a-half to catch up, it’s gangbusters after that.”

Watching wrestlers become more sure of themselves is one of the aspects of the job Naughton enjoys most.

“Achievement and perseverance goes a long way in building their self-confidence and getting them out of their shells,” Naughton said. “They start, ‘I don’t know if I can do this,’ and their whole mindset changes to, ‘OK, I can do this.’ The whole thing with wrestling is that as soon as you hesitate you’re gone. It helps you to be more decisive, to be more of a go-getter. It really helps in your self-confidence, knowing that no matter what adversity I’m going to face, I know I can get through it.”

More than the wrestlers benefit from getting an early

start in the sport. It often works out well for the parents of young children who happen to be especially energetic.

“Sometimes it’s just better for them to give them to me,” Streeter said with a laugh. “I personally have kids who have a lot of energy and this is a good way to get them started.”

Flohrschutz said he was on the hyper side as a child.

“I probably didn’t go into timeout as much because of wrestling,” Flohrschutz said.

“Wrestling helps you get more disciplined. It helps you set goals and reach your goals.

It helps you with determination.”

That’s one of the many qualities needed to get through three grueling, twominute rounds without suffering a concentration lapse that could cost a wrestler the match.

The quote uttered by Dan Gable, the most famous former American wrestler (Iowa State, Olympic gold medalist) and wrestling coach (Iowa, U.S. Olympic team), captures the difficulty of the sport: “Once you’ve wrestled, everything else in life is easy.”

The Lions, who play host to Olathe Northwest in the West Gym at 6 p.m. today, aren’t looking for easy. They’re looking for state titles and there never is anything easy about those.

SPORTS

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SCOREBOARD College Women NFL Playoff Glance

WILD-CARD PLAYOFFS Saturday, Jan. 8 Seattle 41, New Orleans 36 N.Y. Jets 17, Indianapolis 16 Sunday, Jan. 9 Baltimore 30, Kansas City 7 Green Bay 21, Philadelphia 16 DIVISIONAL PLAYOFFS Saturday’s Games Baltimore at Pittsburgh, 4:30 p.m. (CBS) Green Bay at Atlanta, 8 p.m. (FOX) Sunday’s Games Seattle at Chicago, 1 p.m. (FOX) N.Y. Jets at New England, 4:30 p.m. (CBS) CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS Sunday, Jan. 23 NFC, 3 p.m. (FOX) AFC, 6:30 p.m. (CBS)

PRO BOWL Sunday, Jan. 30 At Honolulu AFC vs. NFC, 7 p.m. (FOX) SUPER BOWL Sunday, Feb. 6 At Arlington, Texas AFC champion vs. NFC champion, 6:30 p.m.

(FOX)

College Bowls

Sunday, Jan. 9 Fight Hunger Bowl At San Francisco Nevada 20, Boston College 13 Monday, Jan. 10 BCS National Championship At Glendale, Ariz.

Auburn 22, Oregon 19 Saturday, Jan. 22 At Orlando, Fla. East-West Shrine Classic, 3 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 29 At Mobile, Ala. Senior Bowl, 3 p.m., (NFLN) Saturday, Feb. 5 At San Antonio Texas vs. The Nation All-Star Challenge, 1 p.m.

Big 12 Men

Conference W L 2 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 2 0 2

All Games W L 12 3 14 1 13 2 13 2 12 4 13 3 15 0 14 2 13 3 12 4 8 8 8 9

Baylor Texas A&M Nebraska Oklahoma State Colorado Texas Kansas Missouri Iowa State Kansas State Oklahoma Texas Tech Tuesday’s Games Texas 83, Texas Tech 52 Baylor 74, Oklahoma 61 Today’s Games Nebraska at Missouri (MSN/FSMW), 6 p.m.

Oklahoma State at Texas A&M (Big 12 Network), 7 p.m.

Kansas at Iowa State (ESPN2), 8 p.m.

Colorado at Kansas State (ESPNU), 8 p.m.

Saturday’s Games Oklahoma State at Colorado (Big 12 Network), 11:30 a.m.

Missouri at Texas A&M (ESPN2), noon Texas Tech at Kansas State (Big 12 Network), 12:30 p.m.

Nebraska at Kansas (ESPNU), 1 p.m.

Oklahoma at Texas (Big 12 Network), 3 p.m.

Baylor at Iowa State (CTN), 5 p.m.

Monday’s Game Kansas State at Missouri (ESPN), 4:30 p.m.

College Men

EAST Bentley 87, American International 81, 2OT Boston College 75, N.C. State 66 Chestnut Hill 81, Sciences, Pa. 74 Connecticut 67, Rutgers 53 Dominican, N.Y. 78, Felician 65 Farmingdale 77, Purchase 72 NYU 85, Hunter 59 Nazareth, N.Y. 79, Rochester Tech 71 New Hampshire 57, Hartford 54 Old Westbury 85, NYU-Poly 65 Penn St. 57, Illinois 55 Utica 85, Ithaca 81 Walsh 84, Houghton 64 SOUTH Birmingham-Southern at New Orleans, ppd.

Florida 81, Tennessee 75, OT Florida Atlantic 57, Manhattan 50 Georgia Tech at Clemson, ppd.

Indiana-East 107, Asbury 83 Kentucky 78, Auburn 54 Presentation 83, Minn.-Morris 78 Rhodes 76, Dallas 64 Tougaloo 76, Victory 74 MIDWEST Bethany Lutheran 76, Martin Luther 67 Carroll, Wis. 81, Lawrence 79 Grace, Ind. 69, Spring Arbor 60 IPFW 107, SIU-Edwardsville 79 Kent St. 80, Bowling Green 63 Michigan St. 64, Wisconsin 61, OT N. Illinois 71, E. Michigan 69 Ripon 70, St. Norbert 60 St. Scholastica 67, Northland 57 Youngstown St. 86, Wilberforce 51 SOUTHWEST Baylor 74, Oklahoma 61 Tarleton St. 64, Abilene Christian 44 Texas 83, Texas Tech 52 FAR WEST BYU 104, Utah 79 Pacific 79, CS Bakersfield 46

Kansas Men

Today — at Iowa State, 8 p.m., ESPN2.

Jan. 15 (Saturday) — Nebraska, 1 p.m., ESPNU. Jan. 17 (Monday) — at Baylor, 8:30 p.m., ESPN. Jan. 22 (Saturday) — Texas, 3 p.m., CBS. Jan. 25 (Tuesday) — at Colorado, 7 p.m., Boulder, Colo., Big 12 Network.

Jan. 29 (Saturday) — Kansas State, TBD. Feb. 1 (Tuesday) — at Texas Tech, 8 p.m., ESPNU. Feb. 5 (Saturday) — at Nebraska, 3 p.m., Big 12.

Feb. 7 (Monday) — Missouri, 8 p.m., ESPN. Feb. 12 (Saturday) — Iowa State, 3 p.m., Big 12.

Feb. 14 (Monday) — at Kansas State, 8 p.m., ESPN. Feb. 19 (Saturday) — Colorado, 1 p.m., ESPN. Feb. 21 (Monday) — Oklahoma State, 8 p.m., ESPN. Feb. 26 (Saturday) — at Oklahoma, 1 p.m. or 3 p.m., ESPN or ESPN2.

March 2 (Wednesday) — Texas A&M, 8 p.m., ESPN or ESPN2.

March 5 (Saturday) — at Missouri, 11 a.m., CBS. March 9-12 (Wed.-Sat.) — Big 12 Championship, Sprint Center, Kansas City, Mo.

Big 12 Women

Conference W L 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 2

All Games W L 14 1 14 1 13 1 11 3 11 3 9 6 13 3 13 2 12 2 11 4 9 5 10 6

Baylor Texas Tech Texas A&M Kansas State Oklahoma Missouri Iowa State Kansas Oklahoma State Texas Colorado Nebraska Tuesday’s Game Iowa State 64, Nebraska 43 Today’s Games Kansas State at Oklahoma (SSN), 7 p.m.

Missouri at Texas Tech, 7 p.m.

Baylor at Texas, 7 p.m.

Texas A&M at Oklahoma State, 7 p.m.

Kansas at Colorado (FSNRM), 8 p.m.

Saturday’s Games Texas A&M at Missouri (FSN), 11 a.m.

Kansas State at Texas Tech (TTSN), 2 p.m.

Iowa State at Colorado, 5 p.m.

Oklahoma State at Baylor, 7 p.m.

Sunday’s Games Oklahoma at Texas (ESPNU), 12:30 p.m.

Kansas at Nebraska (FSN), 2 p.m.

EAST American International 60, Bentley 53 Dickinson 57, Haverford 49 Felician 52, Dominican, N.Y. 46 Gettysburg 81, Bryn Mawr 34 Holy Family 76, Philadelphia 61 Ithaca 74, Utica 53 Kean 85, Amherst 82, OT Lancaster Bible 51, Phila. Biblical 35 NYU 74, Hunter 54 Nazareth, N.Y. 52, Rochester Tech 49 Old Westbury 65, NYU-Poly 57 Penn St.-Harrisburg 78, Wilson 34 Rochester 51, St. John Fisher 45 Rutgers 78, Syracuse 67 SUNY-Farmingdale 93, Purchase St. 66 Sciences, Pa. 65, Chestnut Hill 50 Walsh 72, Houghton 66 Washington, Md. 57, Johns Hopkins 56 SOUTH Charleston Southern 60, Coastal Carolina 53, OT Gardner-Webb 45, Winthrop 42 Guilford 75, Randoph 41 Midway 75, Asbury 67 Northwestern, Minn. 82, Crown, Minn. 42 Rhodes 61, Dallas 57 Savannah St. at Presbyterian, ppd.

MIDWEST Ball St. 67, W. Michigan 60 Calvin 71, Rochester, Mich. 49 Carroll, Wis. 75, Lawrence 53 Concordia, Wis. 66, Wis. Lutheran 60 DePaul 77, South Florida 61 Edgewood 50, Alverno 43 Iowa St. 64, Nebraska 43 Marquette 69, West Virginia 54 Minn.-Morris 79, Presentation 68 Missouri St. 76, Illinois St. 61 Northland 67, St. Scholastica 61, OT Rockford 48, Milwaukee Engineering 45 SIU-Edwardsville 70, Tennessee St. 60 St. Norbert 55, Ripon 45 SOUTHWEST Tarleton St. 75, Abilene Christian 65 FAR WEST Fresno St. 84, Idaho 67 Great Falls 58, Walla Walla 37

Kansas Women

Exhibition Fort Hays State, W 83-62 Washburn, W 80-46 Regular Season South Dakota, W 73-40 (1-0) Texas A&M Corpus Christi, W 85-44 (2-0) at Wisconsin, W 93-86, OT (3-0) North Dakota State, W 61-53 (4-0) Memphis, W 90-58 (5-0) Fordham, W 81-68 OT (6-0) Maine, W 126-63 (7-0) at SMU, W 73-65 (8-0) at Michigan, L 75-67 (8-1) Alabama, W 79-57 (9-1) SIUE, W 95-52 (10-1) at Creighton, W 64-58 (11-1) UT Arlington, W 80-57 (12-1) UMKC, W 56-41 (13-1) Texas Tech, L 61-57 (13-2) Today — at Colorado, 8 p.m.

Jan. 16 — at Nebraska, 2 p.m.

Jan. 19 — Baylor, 7 p.m.

Jan. 23 — Oklahoma, noon Jan. 26 — at Missouri, 7 p.m.

Jan. 29 — at Kansas State, 2 p.m.

Feb. 2 — Colorado, 7 p.m.

Feb. 5 — at Texas, 2 p.m.

Feb. 9 — Iowa State, 7 p.m.

Feb. 12 — at Texas A&M, 7 p.m.

Feb. 19 — Missouri, 7 p.m.

Feb. 23 — at Oklahoma State, 7 p.m.

Feb. 26 — Nebraska, 7 p.m.

March 1 — at Iowa State, 7 p.m.

March 5 — Kansas State, 6:30 p.m.

March 8-12 — Big 12 tournament in Kansas City, Mo.

Hutchinson Central Christian 59, Wichita Warriors 43 Hutchinson Trinity 44, Inman 26 Kinsley-Offerle 50, Otis-Bison 25 Liberal 47, Garden City 35 McPherson 62, Arkansas City 21 Meade 38, Southwestern Hts. 16 Newton 36, Maize 34 Norton 46, Plainville 40 Norwich 27, South Barber 23 Pratt 51, Haven 32 Pratt Skyline 31, Pretty Prairie 29 Rawlins County 40, Southwest, Neb. 33 Republic County 41, Salina Sacred Heart 20 Satanta 57, Moscow 21 Sedgwick 46, Marion 28 SM South 75, Olathe North 37 St. Francis 59, Idalia, Colo. 40 St. John 50, Ellinwood 21 St. John’s Beloit-Tipton 56, Lincoln 55 St. Thomas Aquinas 41, Gardner-Edgerton 39 Victoria 46, Stockton 18 POSTPONEMENTS AND CANCELLATIONS Mulvane vs. Buhler, ppd. to Jan 13.

Little River vs. Centre, ppd.

Sylvan-Lucas vs. Chase, ppd.

Winfield vs. El Dorado, ppd.

Oswego vs. Uniontown, ppd.

Iola vs. Fort Scott, ppd. to Jan 25.

Northern Heights vs. Chase County, ppd. to Jan 14.

Pittsburg vs. Parsons, ppd.

Marmaton Valley vs. St. Paul, ppd.

Marysville vs. Concordia, ppd.

Elyria Christian vs. Hope, ppd. to Jan 31.

Abilene vs. Hays-TMP-Marian, ppd. to Jan 25.

Lawrence-Nelson, Neb. vs. Rock Hills, ppd.

Tescott vs. Southern Cloud, ppd.

Manhattan vs. Washburn Rural, ppd. to Jan 13.

Hanover vs. Washington County, ppd.

Solomon vs. Wakefield, ppd. to Feb 25.

Beloit vs. Chapman, ppd. to Jan 24.

Herington vs. Council Grove, ppd. to Jan 14.

Emporia vs. Highland Park, ppd. to Feb 2.

Topeka Hayden vs. Junction City, ppd. to Jan 12.

Lakeside vs. Pike Valley, ppd. to Feb 8.

Topeka Seaman vs. Topeka, ppd. to Jan 13.

Shawnee Heights vs. Topeka West, ppd. to Jan 12.

Maize South vs. Andale, ppd.

Valley Center vs. Andover Central, ppd. to Jan 21.

Rose Hill vs. Augusta, ppd.

Ell-Saline vs. Berean Academy, ppd. to Jan 21.

Wichita South vs. Bishop Carroll, ppd. to Jan 21.

Salina Central vs. Wichita Campus, ppd. to Jan 13.

Wichita Collegiate vs. Circle, ppd. to Jan 13.

Chaparral vs. Douglass, ppd. to Jan 18.

Moundridge vs. Remington, ppd.

Bluestem vs. Garden Plain, ppd.

Cheney vs. Wichita Independent, ppd.

Wichita West vs. Kapaun Mount Carmel, ppd. to Jan 21.

Halstead vs. Kingman, ppd.

Natoma vs. Wilson, ppd.

Clay Center vs. Minneapolis, ppd.

Derby vs. Salina South, ppd.

Sterling vs. Smoky Valley, ppd. to Jan 31.

Russell vs. Southeast Saline, ppd. to Jan 31.

Wichita Southeast vs. Wichita Northwest, ppd. to Jan 21.

Hutchinson vs. Andover, ppd. to Feb 3.

Chetopa vs. Tyro Community Christian, ppd.

Wichita North vs. Wichita Heights, ppd. to Jan 21.

Medicine Lodge vs. Wichita Trinity, ppd.

Oakley vs. Goodland, ppd. to Feb 10.

Osborne vs. Phillipsburg, ppd. to Jan 13.

Clifton-Clyde vs. Frankfort, ppd.

Western Kansas Liberty League Tournament Weskan vs. Cheylin, ppd. to Jan 13.

Wheatland-Grinnell vs. Dighton, ppd. to Jan 13.

Triplains/Brewster vs. Wallace County, ppd. to Jan 13.

High School

BOYS Bennington 48, Canton-Galva 31 Cimarron 45, Larned 44 Cunningham 59, Burrton 40 Deerfield 47, Elkhart 46 Ellis 53, Trego 48 Haven 58, Pratt 54 Hesston 55, Nickerson 38 Hillsboro 53, Lyons 34 Hodgeman County 64, Kiowa County 57 Hutchinson Central Christian 59, Wichita Warriors 56 Hutchinson Trinity 44, Inman 26 Liberal 49, Garden City 48 Lincoln 45, St. John’s Beloit 35 Macksville 72, LaCrosse 35 Maize 56, Newton 39 McPherson 75, Arkansas City 33 Moscow 53, Satanta 31 Norwich 47, South Barber 45 Oberlin-Decatur 60, Hoxie 48 Plainville 68, Norton 44 Quivira Heights 64, Claflin 49 Republic County 56, Salina Sacred Heart 27 Scott City 72, Colby 42 Southwest, Neb. 68, Rawlins County 60 Spearville 39, Pawnee Heights 36 St. John’s Military 59, St. Xavier 19 Stockton 67, Victoria 55 Wichita Defenders 67, Derby Invasion 51 POSTPONEMENTS AND CANCELLATIONS Little River vs. Centre, ppd.

Sylvan-Lucas vs. Chase, ppd.

Mulvane vs. Buhler, ppd. to Jan 13.

Winfield vs. El Dorado, ppd.

Oswego vs. Uniontown, ppd.

Iola vs. Fort Scott, ppd. to Jan 25.

Northern Heights vs. Chase County, ppd. to Jan 14.

Tyro Community Christian vs. Chetopa, ppd.

Pittsburg vs. Parsons, ppd.

Marmaton Valley vs. St. Paul, ppd.

Marysville vs. Concordia, ppd.

Natoma vs. Wilson, ppd.

Clay Center vs. Minneapolis, ppd.

Osborne vs. Phillipsburg, ppd. to Jan 13.

Derby vs. Salina South, ppd. to Jan 13.

Sterling vs. Smoky Valley, ppd. to Jan 31.

Russell vs. Southeast Saline, ppd. to Jan 31.

Southern Cloud vs. Tescott, ppd.

Abilene vs. Hays-TMP-Marian, ppd. to Jan 25.

Lawrence-Nelson, Neb. vs. Rock Hills, ppd.

Manhattan vs. Washburn Rural, ppd. to Jan 13.

Hanover vs. Washington County, ppd.

Solomon vs. Wakefield, ppd. to Feb 25.

Beloit vs. Chapman, ppd. to Jan 24.

Herington vs. Council Grove, ppd. to Jan 14.

Emporia vs. Highland Park, ppd. to Jan 29.

Topeka Hayden vs. Junction City, ppd. to Jan 12.

Cair Paravel vs. Marais des Cygnes Valley, ppd.

Lakeside vs. Pike Valley, ppd. to Feb 8.

Topeka Seaman vs. Topeka, ppd. to Jan 13.

Shawnee Heights vs. Topeka West, ppd. to Jan 12.

Maize South vs. Andale, ppd.

Valley Center vs. Andover Central, ppd. to Jan 25.

Rose Hill vs. Augusta, ppd.

Ell-Saline vs. Berean Academy, ppd. to Jan 28.

Wichita South vs. Bishop Carroll, ppd. to Jan 28.

Salina Central vs. Wichita Campus, ppd. to Jan 13.

Wichita Independent vs. Cheney, ppd.

Wichita Collegiate vs. Circle, ppd. to Jan 13.

Chaparral vs. Douglass, ppd. to Jan 25.

Moundridge vs. Remington, ppd.

Bluestem vs. Garden Plain, ppd.

Wichita Southeast vs. Wichita Northwest, ppd. to Jan 28.

Hutchinson vs. Andover, ppd. to Feb 3.

Wichita North vs. Wichita Heights, ppd. to Jan 28.

Medicine Lodge vs. Wichita Trinity, ppd.

Oakley vs. Goodland, ppd. to Feb 10.

Wichita West vs. Kapaun Mount Carmel, ppd. to Jan 28.

Halstead vs. Kingman, ppd.

Clifton-Clyde vs. Frankfort, ppd.

Hope vs. Elyria Christian, ppd. to Jan 31.

Western Kansas Liberty League Tournament Wheatland-Grinnell vs. Greeley County, ppd. to Jan 13.

Golden Plains vs. Healy, ppd. to Jan 13.

Dighton vs. Cheylin, ppd. to Jan 13.

GIRLS Argonia 59, Udall 30 Bennington 39, Canton-Galva 35 BV North 56, Blue Valley Southwest 27 Cedar Vale/Dexter 66, South Haven 37 Cimarron 33, Larned 22 Claflin 59, Quivira Heights 35 Colby 44, Scott City 22 Cunningham 24, Burrton 20 Deerfield 54, Elkhart 53 Great Bend 51, Hays 48 Hesston 41, Nickerson 36 Hillsboro 53, Lyons 34 Hodgeman County 47, Kiowa County 31 Holcomb 55, Ulysses 24 Hoxie 63, Oberlin-Decatur 17

NHL

Tuesday’s Games Vancouver 4, N.Y. Islanders 3, SO Carolina 6, Calgary 5, SO Boston 6, Ottawa 0 Montreal 2, N.Y. Rangers 1 Phoenix 4, Columbus 3 Philadelphia 5, Buffalo 2 Florida 4, Washington 3, OT Nashville 5, Minnesota 1 Dallas 3, Edmonton 2 Toronto 4, San Jose 2 Today’s Games Pittsburgh at Montreal, 6:30 p.m.

Washington at Tampa Bay, 6:30 p.m.

Colorado at Chicago, 7:30 p.m.

St. Louis at Anaheim, 9 p.m.

Thursday’s Games Philadelphia at Boston, 6 p.m.

Carolina at Buffalo, 6 p.m.

Ottawa at N.Y. Islanders, 6 p.m.

Vancouver at N.Y. Rangers, 6 p.m.

Nashville at Florida, 6:30 p.m.

Toronto at Phoenix, 8 p.m.

St. Louis at Los Angeles, 9:30 p.m.

Edmonton at San Jose, 9:30 p.m.

BASEBALL American League LOS ANGELES ANGELS—Agreed to terms with INF Alberto Callaspo on a one-year contract.

TORONTO BLUE JAYS—Assigned LHP Wilfredo Ledezma outright to Las Vegas (PCL).

National League COLORADO ROCKIES—Agreed to terms with OF Carlos Gonzalez on a seven-year contract.

SAN DIEGO PADRES—RHP Trevor Hoffman announced his retirement and will take a front office job with the club.

Frontier League NORMAL CORNBELTERS—Signed LHP Donald Furrow and RHP Ryan Sheldon to contract extensions.

WINDY CITY THUNDERBOLTS—Named Cory Domel pitching coach.

FOOTBALL National Football League PITTSBURGH STEELERS—Signed LB Mortty Ivy, LB Baraka Atkins, RB James Johnson, G Kevin McCaskill, FB-TE Jamie McCoy and CB Donovan Warren to future contracts.

SAN DIEGO CHARGERS—Named Rich Bisaccia special teams coach.

HOCKEY National Hockey League CAROLINA HURRICANES—Reassigned F Jon Matsumoto to Charlotte (AHL).

DETROIT RED WINGS—Assigned LW Tomas Tatar to Grand Rapids (AHL).

NEW YORK ISLANDERS—Recalled F Rhett Rakhshani from Bridgeport (AHL).

NEW YORK RANGERS—Assigned D Sam Klassen from Greenville (ECHL) to Connecticut (AHL).

OTTAWA SENATORS—Recalled G Mike Brodeur and F Jim O’Brien from Binghamton (AHL) on an emergency basis.

ST. LOUIS BLUES—Recalled F Philip McRae and F Ryan Reaves from Peoria (AHL). Assigned F T.J. Hensick to Peoria.

SOCCER Major League Soccer CHICAGO FIRE—Signed M Daniel Paladini and D Josip Mikulic.

D.C. UNITED—Traded F Adam Cristman to Los Angeles for a first-round supplemental draft selection.

NEW ENGLAND REVOLUTION—Signed D Didier Domi.

Women’s Professional Soccer SKY BLUE FC—Added D Carrie Dew, D Kristi Eveland and D Michelle Wenino to its roster.

COLLEGE AMERICAN FOOTBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION—Elected Mary Hardin-Baylor coach Pete Fredenburg to the board of trustees. Named Montana State coach Rob Ash president.

BOSTON COLLEGE—Announced the retirement of offensive coordinator Gary Tranquill.

BROWN—Announced the resignation of field hockey coach Tara Harrington.

ILLINOIS—Announced RB Mikel Leshoure will enter the NFL draft.

LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE—Named Gregory Harkins women’s tennis coach.

MIAMI—Named George McDonald wide receivers coach.

MICHIGAN—Named Brady Hoke football coach.

RICHMOND—Named Zohn Burden wide receivers coach and Erin O’Riley director of football operations. Promoted Kevin Lewis to defensive line coach and Derek Burrell to assistant linebackers coach.

WAGNER—Named Jim Gibbons assistant athletic director for academics and compliance and Jason Houghtaling offensive coordinator.

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Haley may call plays for K.C. next season

By Doug Tucker Associated Press Sports Writer

KANSAS CITY , M O. — Chiefs coach Todd Haley could wind up calling plays next year.

Haley said Tuesday he intends to hire a replacement for offensive coordinator Charlie Weis, who is leaving to take a similar position at Florida.

But Haley also indicated he might take a bigger role in calling plays, which he did in 2009 when he fired offensive coordinator Chan Gailey shortly before the season opener and assumed the position himself. Haley was a successful offensive coordinator at Arizona, helping the Cardinals get to the Super Bowl before he took over in Kansas City in 2009.

Asked Tuesday if he would consider calling plays next year, Haley said, “I’ll consider anything.”

“But it’s going to be a very thorough evaluation of the entire system,” he added.

Weis, a three-time Super Bowl winner at New England and former head coach at Notre Dame, was part of a franchise-record six-game improvement in 2010. The Chiefs went from 4-12 in 2009 to 10-6 and won their first AFC West title since 2003.

In training camp, Weis said his main goal was “to f ix what’s wrong with the quarterback,” and Matt Cassel made a huge leap. After throwing 16 touchdown passes and 16 interceptions the year before, Cassel finished the regular season with 27 touchdowns and seven interceptions.

The Chiefs of 2010 also put running back Jamaal Charles and wide receiver Dwayne Bowe into the Pro Bowl before ending their season with a 30-7 loss to Baltimore in the first round of the playoffs Sunday.

“We had a real good coordinator here in Charlie who has moved on to Florida and we have to make sure that we continue to develop our coaches and have good coaches on the staff,” Haley said.

“That’s a critical part of being a successful team year in and year out and reaching our goals, which is to be a championship team.”

A number of possible replacements for Weis have drawn mention, including

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KANSAS CITY CHIEFS COACH TODD HALEY WATCHES a replay during the second half against the Tennessee Titans in this Dec. 26, 2009, file photo in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs won the game, 34-14, at Arrowhead Stadium. Haley may call plays for the Chiefs next season.

Josh McDaniels, who was fired before the end of the season as head coach in Denver.

But the two have had a stormy relationship, to put it mildly.

In what proved an embarrassing moment for Haley, he refused to shake McDaniels’ hand immediately after a blowout loss in Denver on Nov. 14. He apologized the next day to fans and to McDaniels but conceded that he had not called McDaniels personally.

Another possibility may be Nick Sirianni, the Chiefs’ young quality control coach on offense. Sirianni would seem like a long shot because he has only two years in the NFL. But Haley has spoken highly of him in the past and given him much credit for taking a big hand in Cassel’s improvement.

“I would not discount anything right now,” Haley said.

“What I’m going to be interested in is getting it right. I feel like last year I got it right.

We were able to continue to make big progress in building

the identity of this team and on top of that having some success to boot. We didn’t accomplish all of our goals.

But I feel like we got it right and my staff, our staff, continues to grow and develop. You need to be developing coaches also. We’ll get it right.”

The ultimate decision will be his, Haley said.

Whoever gets hired will be Haley’s third offensive coordinator in three years. He said he’s not concerned about a perception he’s not an easy head coach for an offensive coordinator to work for.

“It’s not something I’ve thought about or considered,” Haley said. “I’m going to continue doing the things that I know as the head coach have got this ship going in the right direction and moving at a pretty good clip.”

Haley disputed a report on Kansas City sports talk radio station KCSP that he relieved Weis of play-calling responsibilities in the second half of Sunday’s loss to Baltimore.

“Absolutely not true,” he said.

QB Vick could be better in 2011 PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Here’s a scary thought for Michael Vick’s opponents: He could play even better next year.

Vick had the best season of his career and led the Philadelphia Eagles to an NFC East title without the benefit of practicing as the starting quarterback until Week 2 of the season.

There’s no telling how well he would’ve played had he spent the entire offseason, all the organized team activities, minicamps and training camp preparing with the rest of the first-team offense and working with coach Andy Reid and offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg.

“I think going through a whole training camp and just being here, being with Andy, he knows a lot of things that I need to work on, that’ll make me a lot better as a quarterback,” Vick said. “It’ll pay huge dividends for me, so I’ll be excited about that. I’ll follow the same routine I had last year, keep the same attitude and the same work ethic.”

Vick began the season as the backup to Kevin Kolb. He got his chance when Kolb sustained a concussion in the opener, and forced Reid to make him the permanent starter with one dynamic performance after another.

Vick was selected to start the Pro Bowl, his fourth trip to Hawaii in eight seasons. He set career highs in yards passing (3,018), touchdowns passing (21), touchdowns rushing (9), completion percentage (62.6) and passer rating (100.2). The Eagles (10-7)

were 8-3 in games he started and finished.

But his last pass will haunt him for a while.

Vick threw an interception in the end zone with 33 seconds left to seal Philadelphia’s 21-16 loss to Green Bay in a wild-card game Sunday.

“I try to do everything I can to possibly protect the ball, keep the ball away from the opposing team and make positive plays, and I failed to do that in that situation,” Vick said. “It’s something that I’ll have to really work on in the offseason, so I’ve just got to deal with it on a personal level.”

The 30-year-old Vick has overcome plenty of adversity in his life. He went from a megastar with the Atlanta Falcons to bankrupt and reviled.

Vick missed two seasons because he served 18 months in federal prison for his role in a dogfighting operation. He returned to the league when the Eagles gave him a chance last year and worked his way up from a situational role to an MVP candidate.

“It was a great season, but the ultimate goal is winning the Super Bowl,” Vick said. “It was a great season, but that’s not enough.”

For all his success in Atlanta — Vick went to three Pro Bowls in six years and took the Falcons from doormat to the NFC championship game — he wasn’t a complete player until coming here.

Vick learned from Reid, Mornhinweg and quarterbacks coach James Urban to

become a patient passer in the pocket. He still ran around and used his sensational scrambling skills to make big plays, but was more disciplined and usually looked to pass first.

“Now I know how to play the game,” he said. “I’ve been taught how to play the game, how to go through my progressions, how to be patient, how to stay balanced, how to stay down when I throw. Discipline. That’s something I’ve been taught, it’s something that I’m going to continue to improve on and it can’t be taken away from me. I’m only going to get better.”

Vick doesn’t have a contract for next season, and he would be a hot free agent on the market if the NFL labor situation allows. It’s highly unlikely the Eagles will let him go anywhere. Vick wants to return and Reid already said he wants him — and Kolb — back.

The Eagles have an impressive core of young players surrounding Vick on offense, and the team set a franchise record for points with 439. If the line improves and gives Vick more protection, he could do more damage next year.

“The sky’s the limit, and I know that,” Vick said. “I just know how hard I’ve got to work. I know what I can accomplish. I know things that I didn’t do so well this year that I’m going to practice this entire offseason on. So, I’m very thankful for the opportunity. I’m very thankful to be here.

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Suggested guidelines for vitamin D increase Q:

Haven’t the recommendations for vitamin D changed recently?

Cooking Q&A

A:

On Nov. 30, the Institute of Medicine announced the new dietary reference intakes for vitamin D. The new vitamin D recommendations are increased from earlier but remain considerably lower than many proponents have supported.

While the recommendation for infants to age 1 remains the same (400 International Units daily), updated recommendations include: ● Children age 1 to 18 years: 600 IU (an increase from 400 IU) ● Adults age 19 to 70: 600 IU (an increase from 200 IU) ● Adults age 71+: 800 IU (an increase from 600 IU) Q: Don’t we get vitamin D from the sun?

A: Yes, we do. But according to Sandy Procter, Kansas State University Research and Extension nutrition specialist, historically, it has been recognized that about 90 percent of vitamin D is produced within the body as a result of skin coming into contact with direct sunlight.

About 10 percent is typically

Susan Krumm skrumm@oznet.ksu.edu

derived from food sources, such as yeasts and plants; oily fish, such as mackerel, tuna, sardines and salmon; cod-liver oil; beef liver; egg yolks; and vitamin D-fortified foods such as milk, butter, some ready-to-eat cereals, bread, yogurt and orange juice.

Procter shared that the new Institute of Medicine recommendations assumed minimal sun exposure when establishing the new recommended intakes for vitamin D and encouraged North Americans to get vitamin D from food and supplement sources. There are several factors that may affect vitamin D levels.

They include: ● Indoor living: The benefits from access to sunlight and its vitamin D-producing effects have greatly decreased as smog, the shade of tall buildings and

indoor work and play decrease regular access to the sun. ● Sunscreen: Wearing sunscreen to protect from overexposure to the sun’s harmful rays is an important health precaution. However, sunscreen blocks the body’s ability to make vitamin D. ● Season and latitude: Winter sunlight (from December to February in Kansas) is too indirect for vitamin D formation in most of the middle and northern United States. UV exposure is strongest in areas at or near the equator. Stored levels of vitamin D drop during winter months, and experts believe immunity drops as a result. ● Overweight/obesity: Body fat interferes with how vitamin D is formed and stored in the body. Persons who are obese (BMI of 30 or greater) are more likely to be deficient of vitamin D than persons with a lower BMI, because the vitamin is “trapped” in fat stores and unavailable for the body’s use. ● Age: As people age (50 and older), they are less able to produce vitamin D due to lower levels of pre-vitamin D in the skin. ● Skin color: Persons with dark skin produce vitamin D at a lower rate than persons

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Pizza enhanced with egg CONTINUED FROM PAGE 10B

Usually, when I make homemade pizza, it is because I am sort of cleaning out the refrigerator. I might have bits and odds and ends of cheese to use up, and a little ground sausage left over from an earlier Italian feast, and a few pieces of onion sliced and ready to use after we had burgers. That sort of thing. This time, I had a half a bag of frozen shrimp to use up.

To start, I set the shrimp in some cool water to thaw, and then I started on the dough.

I make a very simple pizza dough, but you could use store-bought or whatever.

BASIC PIZZA DOUGH 1 1/2 cup whole-wheat flour 1 1/2 cup white flour 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoons salt 1 packet (about 1 1/2 teaspoon) active dry yeast 1 tablespoon honey 1 cup lukewarm water

Combine all the dry ingredients. Then put in the honey and the olive oil, and then cover with water. I just mix it all up with my hands until it forms a ball. If there are dry bits you can’t incorporate into the ball, just let it rest for about two minutes and then come back to it. For some reason, this works.

Then divide it into two equal parts and knead each ball for about two minutes. Now you can just give the original mixing bowl a quick coating with cooking spray or olive oil and return the balls to the bowl.

Cover with plastic wrap and let rise. Usually, mine has to rise for at least an hour, but an hour and a half is better. You

really want it to double in size.

When you are getting close to using it, pound it down and then wait 20 minutes for a short second rise. ●

In the meantime, though, you can get your other ingredients together. By the time I had mixed up the dough and set it out to rise, my shrimp were thawed, so I peeled them and put them in a bowl with a couple of tablespoons of olive oil, some red pepper flakes, a little minced garlic and a pinch of salt to marinate and get all flavor-y.

I set my oven to 415 to roast the garlic, (which, coincidentally, is also the pizza-cooking temperature) and then I started on sauce.

Usually I like a “no cook” sauce for pizza, but in the dead of winter there’s a dearth of fresh tomatoes with which to make a good one, so I opted for canned goods instead.

QUICK AND GOOD PIZZA SAUCE 1 large (or 2 small) can(s) of tomato sauce 1 small can tomato paste 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or red wine 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Dash of basil, rosemary, oregano, powdered garlic

Stir it up and simmer over low heat as long as you can, stirring occasionally. ●

For our pizzas, I planned to have shrimp, a little red onion, black olives, roasted garlic, fresh basil leaves (I had some I purchased

recently at Hy-Vee), and, of course, the egg.

I rolled out the crusts and put them on pizza pans I had dusted with a little cornmeal to prevent sticking. Then I gave each crust a liberal saucing and sprinkled mozzarella over the whole thing.

Then I layered on the shrimp and other toppings, and then I tore up a few slices of provolone and dotted the landscape with them for a little extra goo. I put the pizzas in the oven for 12 minutes, and then pulled them out, cracked an egg on each one, and returned them to the oven for another four minutes. Four minutes, at 415 degrees, no more, no less.

This is the perfect time and temperature for an egg white to get firm but to leave the yolk runny but warm.

People, that runny yolk all over the pizza was akin to dotting pats of butter over the whole thing. It was truly marvelous.

I wanted to use a knife and fork so as not to lose a bunch of yolk to my shirt by biting into it.

You could do this with any toppings, really. You could go the breakfast route with Canadian bacon, sausage and the egg, or you could get more inventive with some shaved asparagus and goat cheese, or what about a chicken or egg pizza, with a white sauce and chicken? Oh, the possibilities are endless. And the beauty of my method is that the pizzas are basically individual (although I generally cannot eat a whole one) so you can put egg on yours and leave it off your partner’s if he’s not as adventurous as you (hint, hint, Mr. Meat and Potatoes). Everybody wins. Except the chickens.

Make your own shrimp fried rice

By Alison Ladman Associated Press Writer

Fried rice doesn’t have to be greasy and come in a folded cardboard box.

When you’ve got the craving for salty-crispy rice studded with bits of vegetables, egg, and meat, make your own. It’s no more complex than making a stir-fry.

And if shrimp doesn’t strike your fancy, substitute any cooked meat, tofu, or just stick with veggies.

It’s important that the rice b e c o l d ; l e f t ove r s wo rk great.

For a healthier, albeit untraditional, version substitute brown rice.

SHRIMP FRIED RICE 4 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil, divided 1 clove garlic, minced 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger 6 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, sliced 1 cup snow peas, sliced into strips 15-ounce can baby corn, drained 2 eggs, beaten 8 ounces small cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined 3 cups cooked white rice, chilled 1/4 cup soy sauce 1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced

In a wok or a large, deep skillet over medium-high, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil. Add the garlic and ginger and saute for 1 minute. Add the mushrooms

and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, or until tender. Add the snow peas and the baby corn and saute for 1 minute.

Push the ingredients to the sides of the pan, then add the egg and stir to break up while it cooks. Add the shrimp and the remaining 3 tablespoons of oil. Cook until heated through, about 1 minute more. Add the rice and cook until slightly browned and crispy, about 5 minutes. Stir in the soy sauce and the scallions. Serves 6.

Nutrition information per serving: 357 calories; 105 calories from fat; 12 grams fat; 151 milligrams cholesterol; 49 grams carbohydrate; 16 grams protein; 4 grams fiber; 1,354 milligrams sodium.

with lighter skin because of more pigment, melanin, in dark skin. Research is examining if this could explain why certain illnesses, such as high blood pressure or end-stage renal disease, strike non-Hispanic black persons more frequently than other racial groups. ● Breastfeeding: Infant vitamin D requirements cannot typically be met by human milk alone. Breast milk varies in the amount of vitamin D it contains, but experts believe this is due to low levels of vitamin D in the mother, which lead to low levels of vitamin D in her breast milk.

Procter recommends checking with a health care professional to determine if a lab test to check personal level of vitamin D is appropriate.

Q: Is there an upper rec-

for bone health,” Dreiling will discuss the vital role vitamin D plays in a wide variety of functions throughout the life cycle.

Pre-register by contacting us at 843-7058. This program is co-sponsored by the Douglas County Family and Community Education Council and K-State Research and ExtensionDouglas County.

ommendation for vitamin D? A: The Institute of Medicine encourages adults to stay below 4000 IU per day, from both food and supplements, to avoid the risk of harm. These upper levels of vitamin D are at the high end of the safety scale and should not be misunderstood as the amounts people need or should try to consume.

To find out more about vitamin D and why there is such an interest in it, plan now to pre-register and attend the free program Vitamin D - Sunshine to Supplements at 9:30 a.m. Friday in the Dreher Family 4-H Building, located on the Douglas County Fairgrounds. Dr. Roger Dreiling will share the growing body of research examining the many facets of human health affected by vitamin D status.

No longer just “important

Q: Why aren’t the low-fat milks fortified with vitamin D? A: They are! Lower-fat milk has all the same nutrients as whole milk (which is often labeled Vitamin D milk), just less fat and calories.

— Susan Krumm is an Extension agent in family and consumer sciences with K-State Research and Extension-Douglas County, 2110 Harper St. She can be reached at 843-7058.

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Drink variations spice up cold winter days CONTINUED FROM PAGE 10B

TIRAMISU-ME 1/4 cup white chocolate chips 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa 2 ounces (about 5 tablespoons) mascarpone cheese 2 cups freshly brewed coffee or chilled coffee 3/4 cup vanilla syrup 3/4 cup rum syrup 1 Ghirardelli Ganache Mixture 1 cup whipped cream, for garnishing

In a small bowl, mix the mascarpone cheese and white chips. Set aside in refrigerator for about 20 minutes.

Set out four tall clear glasses. In each glass, spoon in onequarter of the mascarpone mixture. Next, spoon in onequarter of the ganache mixture. Pour in 1/2 cup of the coffee. Add 3 tablespoons vanilla syrup and 3 tablespoons rum syrup. Top with whipped cream and dust with unsweetened cocoa.

— Recipe by Elizabeth Falkner for www.ghirardelli.com.

MEXICAN HOT CHOCOLATE 4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 4 tablespoons sugar 2 1/2 cups whole milk 3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped 1/2 vanilla bean, split 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

2 cinnamon sticks Whipped cream Chocolate shavings*

Mix together cocoa powder and sugar. Heat milk in a medium saucepan over very low heat with vanilla bean, chocolate, cinnamon, nutmeg and cocoa mixture. Whisk thoroughly until chocolate has melted and milk begins to simmer. Do not boil. Pour into two mugs and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings. *Use a vegetable peeler on a block of semisweet chocolate to make shavings.

— Recipe from www.wholefoodsmarket.com.

HOMEMADE CHAI TEA 1 cinnamon stick 6 whole green cardamom pods 6 whole cloves 1 (1-inch) piece ginger root, peeled and thinly sliced 4 whole black peppercorns 3 cups water 2 single-serve black tea bags or 1 tablespoon loose black tea 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar 1 cup low-fat milk

Place cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, ginger, peppercorns and water into a small pot and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to let steep for 10 minutes.

Return pot to the heat and bring to a boil. Remove from heat, add tea, cover and set

aside to let steep for 3 to 5 minutes. Strain through a fine mesh sieve, discarding solids, then return liquid to the pot.

Stir in sugar and milk and heat over low heat for 1 minute. Pour into cups and serve.

— Recipe from www.wholefoodsmarket.com.

SPICED HOT CHOCOLATE WITH ORANGE 8 cups 2-percent milk, soy milk or hemp milk 7 whole cloves 2 cinnamon sticks, broken into small pieces 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, more to taste 1/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoons grated orange zest 8 ounces (1/2 pound) dark chocolate, at least 65 percent dark

Combine milk, cloves, cinnamon, cayenne, sugar and orange zest in a large saucepan. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer, taking care it does not come to a boil. Stir occasionally and keep over low heat for 15 minutes to allow spices to infuse. Chop chocolate and transfer to a heat-proof pitcher or bowl.

Strain hot spiced milk mixture into pitcher and stir well to melt chocolate. Pour into mugs and serve immediately.

— Recipe from www.wholefoodsmarket.com.

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CINNAMON makes a great accompaniment to a number of hot drinks, including hot chocolate, coffee and apple cider.

Soup up your diet to lose a little weight

By Jim Romanoff Associated Press Writer

If losing weight is on your list of New Year’s resolutions (again), add slurping soup to your to-do list.

A bowl of soup is mostly liquid, making it a lowercalorie way to feel satisfied without actually being stuffed — or stuffing in lots of calories. This is why so many diets tell you to drink water all the time. The more full you feel, the less likely you are to consume unwanted calories.

Of course, not just any bowl of soup works with this plan. Many canned varieties are loaded with sodium, and creamy soups can be filled with fat.

Making soup in your own kitchen can be easy and is the best way to control what you consume.

For broth-based soups, be sure to start with a reducedsodium broth, then add plenty of vegetables and beans.

Besides being low in calories and filling, beans are packed with healthful dietary fiber and nutrients.

If you want a creamy but low-fat soup, you might start with a base of pureed vegetables. Winter squashes and sweet potatoes can be roasted to intensify the flavors, then run through a food mill, blender or food processor.

Added to broth, these purees make for a wonderfully creamy soup base.

For another velvety and flavorful base, canned beans can be rinsed under cold water to wash away some of the salt, then pureed until smooth in a blender or food processor.

This black-eyed pea and collard g reen soup with smoked sausage is a tasty way to f u l f i l l t h i s New Year’s resolution in several

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BLACK-EYED PEA AND COLLARD GREEN SOUP WITH SMOKED SAUSAGE includes vegetables and low-fat kielbasa, making it both filling and healthy. ways. Each flavorful and filling bowl is rich with vegetables along with hearty chunks of potato and lowfat k i e l ba sa , a s we l l a s e a r t hy b l a c k- eye d p e a s , wh i c h a re t rad i t i o n a l ly eaten for good luck as part of year-end celebrations.

BLACK-EYED PEA AND COLLARD GREEN SOUP WITH SMOKED SAUSAGE 1/2 pound 97-percent fat-free kielbasa or smoked sausage 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 1 1/2 cups peeled, diced potato 15-ounce can black-eyed peas, rinsed 5 ounces frozen collard or turnip greens or spinach 14-ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth 1 1/4 cups water Salt, to taste Ground black pepper, to taste

Cut the sausage in half lengthwise, then crosswise into 1/4-inch slices. In a large pot over medium, heat the oil. Add the sausage and cook, stirring often, until lightly browned, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the onion and saute until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.

Add the potatoes, blackeyed peas, greens or spinach, broth and water. Bring to a simmer, cover the pot and cook over low heat until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Serves 4.

Nutrition information per serving (values are rounded to the nearest whole number): 279 calories; 102 calories from fat (36 percent of total calories); 11 grams fat (4 grams saturated; 0 trans fats); 40 milligrams cholesterol; 32 grams carbohydrate; 16 grams protein; 6 grams fiber; 971 milligrams

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VEGETABLE BROWN RICE WITH FETA CHEESE 1/2 cup chopped red onion 1 (16-ounce) package frozen peas and carrots 1 (16-ounce) package frozen leafy greens blend 1 (20-ounce) package frozen whole grain brown rice, prepared according to package directions 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

In a large, deep skillet, heat 1/2 cup water to a simmer

over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in peas and carrots and leafy greens.

Cover and cook over medium heat until heated through, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Spoon vegetables over warmed brown rice and garnish with feta cheese.

Serves 8.

— Recipe from www.wholefoodsmarket.com ● See more about Meatless Mondays at Lawrence.com.

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Wednesday, January 12, 2011 ● Lawrence.com

Spice up your favorite cocoa, coffee or tea

By Sarah Henning

1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup whipped cream

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It’s no secret that in the winter, hot drinks are king. From hot chocolate to coffee to tea, they’re the way to go when you want to flush the chill from your bones.

But winter’s long and dreary here in our corner of Kansas, and it’s easy to fall into a rut of mug after mug of the same-old, same-old.

Thankfully, local baristas were kind enough to share some of most popular ways other warmth-seekers are enjoying their coffee, tea or cocoa.

Jessi Howell, a barista at Mirth Cafe, 745 N.H., says teas mixed with milk are becoming an increasingly popular alternative to your run-ofthe-mill coffee latte option. She says this can go for any type of tea, but there’s one in particular whose popularity has been brewing.

“A really popular one that we’ve had is a yerba mate tea with chai, so it’s a yerba mate chai latte,” Howell says. “People have really taken to that.”

Down the street at Java Break, 17 E. Seventh St., Justin Gardner says the flavors-of-the-moment ones that especially evoke the season: hot chocolate spiked with creme de menthe and chai that’s been kicked up a notch.

“The minty hot chocolate and the hazelnut chai are the super-popular ones,” he says, adding that caramel apple cider has been big as well.

Though nothing seems to outshine the minty hot chocolate. “We make the syrup here, and the hot chocolate is homemade as well.”

In saucepan over low heat, bring chocolate and half-and-half to simmer, whisking constantly. Simmer 1 minute or until mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat; whisk in liqueur and vanilla.

Pour into four 1/2-cup demitasse or coffee cups. Top each serving with 2 tablespoons whipped cream; dust with Ghirardelli Unsweetened Cocoa (if desired). Serve immediately.

Tip: Instead of amaretto, use 1 tablespoon hazelnut, coffee or orange liqueur or peppermint schnapps, or 1/2 teaspoon almond or peppermint extract.

— Recipe from www.ghirardelli.com.

PUMPKIN MAPLE SOY SMOOTHIES COFFEE is a winter morning’s saving grace, but it’s also exceedingly easy to get in a rut with your morning jolt. To change things up a bit, try adding spices — ginger, cinnamon, cloves, pumpkin pie spice — or an infusion of mint to your home brew, or try ordering something different at the cafe counter.

Spices of every stripe have also been a popular addition to your everyday mochas, cocoas and teas, says Howell, who says ginger and cinnamon are an easy way to raise the bar on the everyday, even if you do it at home.

With that in mind, we found a few homemade takes on the winter basics.

Something to spice up those long winter mornings and nights when something in a mug is just right.

6 cups vanilla soy milk 2 cups pumpkin puree (homemade, or 15 ounces, canned) 1/2 cup maple syrup

Whirl all ingredients in the blender until smooth. Chill before serving.

— Recipe by Terese Allen for

“GROWN UP” HOT CHOCOLATE ● See more recipes on page 9B. 4 ounces 60 percent cacao bittersweet chocolate chips 1 cup half-and-half 1 tablespoon amaretto

— Staff writer Sarah Henning can be reached at 832-7187.

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The egg comes after the pizza, quite deliciously “THE FLYING FORK” L

ast week I decided to make homemade pizza for a friend and me to share while my husband was out watching some sporting event. As usual, I spent a good part of my day daydreaming about said pizza, and about halfway in I realized that the pizza in my mind had an egg on it.

Now, to be fair, I have seen egg on pizza before, but honestly, I’d forgotten I had ever encountered such an idea before and was convinced I’d thought up The Next Big Thing. Because as you may know, I’m really into the idea of fried eggs on anything. It turns out I’d

probably seen “Smitten Kitchen” do it, but that was breakfast pizza, and I don’t think it counts.

In order to ensure I wasn’t creating something utterly grotesque, I put up a straw poll on Facebook.

Egg Over Easy on Pizza: Gross or Gourmet? The results were quite split, but I have several chef-types on my friends list who all enthusiastically agreed that it was, indeed, a great idea. Many of them referenced local restaurants like 715 who have or have at one time had an egg-topped pizza on the menu. I decided to go with the pros and foodies and was resolved to put a

a blog by Megan Stuke runny egg atop my pie.

And so, my new favorite food was born.

My friend was a good sport and agreed to try it as well, but we were still a little nervous, so we

put the egg on one quarter of each of our pizzas in order to ensure that 75 percent of the pie would be unaffected in the unlikely case we wouldn’t like it. But, we liked it.

Oh, we really liked it. And then the rest of the eggless pieces of pizza seemed really plain and dull, like the girl at the end of the bar who all the boys thought was cute until her Barbie-esque friend appeared from the bathroom and outshone her average brown bob and cardigan sweater with sparkly pants and long blonde tresses.

Please see PIZZA, page 8B

NOMINATE PICKS FOR BEST OF LAWRENCE Voting for Best of Lawrence begins two weeks from today. Thank you for your feedback thus far. The Lawrence.com staff has just a few more categories to share before you tell us your favorite places in Lawrence.

Right now we’re seeking candidates for sweets, quick eats and places to watch a game. Contact us at Lawrence.com, via Twitter (@lcom) or on Facebook.

Don’t miss out on your chance to support your favorite places, food and experiences. For more information, contact Entertainment Editor Trevan McGee at 832-7178.

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Piloting services are needed at locations including Kansas, Utah, Greenland and Antarctica over the next 5 years.

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Residential Division is currently looking for an enthusiastic individual interested in providing supports and developing caring relationships for adults with developmental disabilities during the night hours (10:30pm - 8:30 am, two nights per week and every other weekend).

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ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE SOFTWARE Mediaphormedia is a forward-thinking software and online services firm based in Lawrence, Kansas, and is widely considered one of the top vendors serving the news and media industries with clients across North America using their content management and local business search platforms. We are widely regarded as being one of the most innovative organizations in media, employing some of the brightest talent focused on media futures.

Mediaphormedia, is seeking an Account Executive to work exclusively with sales for Ellington CMS and Marketplace (www.ellingtoncms.com).

Position will manage assigned leads and generate new opportunities independently through skillful sales & marketing efforts.

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, teamoriented sales person with working knowledge of computers and the Internet; have excellent customer service skills; inside sales and relationship management skills; webinar product demonstration experience with the ability to masterfully present to clients; negotiation and persuasive selling skills; initiative to consistently meet sales goals; strong communication skills; business - to - business sales experience; and experience in software sales preferred We offer an excellent benefits package including: medical insurance, 401k, paid time off and more!

Background check, preemployment drug screen and physical lift assessment required.

To apply submit a cover letter and resume to hrapplications@ ljworld.com EOE Furniture Sales- Full or part time, commission w/base.

No experience necessary.

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Corpus Christi Catholic School Seeking an innovative & qualified middle school teacher to join our faculty.

Be a hardworking & enthusiastic teaching professional with a love for children, excellent subject knowledge, outstanding 21st century technology skills & a sound understanding of the middle school curriculum.

Involves teaching 6th-8th grade. Be a motivated individual with a keen interest in encouraging & inspiring students to love learning & excel in the subject areas of Math, Science, & Language Arts.

Email resume, & ref. to: marym@corpuschristilks.org Sunshine Acres Montessori School in Lawrence has the following positions available: Teacher (full-time) Assistant Teacher (full-time) Assistant Teacher (part-time) Two positions available Qualified candidates will have one or more of the following: • Six months teaching experience in licensed facility.

• College credit hours in early childhood education or development.

• Five sessions of observation in a licensed facility.

• A child development associate credential Apply online at www.tficcc.org or send resume to: Human Resources PO Box 2224 Emporia, KS 66801

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Foster Care Program Supervisor Community-based agency seeks candidates for Foster Care Program Supervisor.

The Foster Care Program Supervisor is responsible for foster care services, including supervisory authority over the program staff members.

Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in social work or a related area of human services from an accredited college or university.

Must also be licensed by the BSRB in a field related to child welfare practice and have two years experience in child placement services.

Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass background checks.

Experience in program management and knowledge of KDHE Foster Care and CPA regulations desirable. Salary commensurate with experience.

Benefits available.

If interested, apply with resume to: V. Torrez Dawson, Assistant Director, P.O. Box 647, Lawrence, KS 66044. Inquiries to (785) 843-2085. Positions will be open until filled.

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Residential Program Supervisor Community-based agency seeks applicants for Residential Program Supervisor for Emergency Shelter and Youth Residential Center II Programs.

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in a helping profession, experience working with adolescents, a valid driver’s license, and be able to pass background checks. Experience in program management, knowledge of KDHE regulations, and knowledge of SRS/JJA standards is beneficial. Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits available.

If interested, apply with resume to: V. Torrez Dawson, Assistant Director, P.O. Box 647, Lawrence, KS 66044. Inquiries to (785) 843-2085.

Positions will be open until filled. EOE

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Call 888-220-3977 nal workings, including www.CenturaOnline.com budgetary and fiscal management, security staff, general human resources management, and contracts. Requires a bachelor’s degree and related experience.

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City of Tonganoxie – population 4,416 – is accepting applications for City Superintendent.

The position is open due to retirement of the prior Superintendent who had served in the position for 25 years.

The growing community is located in northeast Kansas midway between Kansas City and Lawrence and is noted for its quality of life, neighborhoods, infrastructure, school system and location.

The City Superintendent is responsible for managing and directing the public works department that oversees street maintenance, water & sewer utilities, storm water drainage, public buildings and properties and capital projects involving infrastructure. The position reports to the City Administrator.

The job description and qualifications of the position can be obtained by visiting the City’s website at www.tonganoxie.org.

The deadline for applications is January 21, 2011.

Apartments Unfurnished

Avail. Aug. - 1, 2, & 3 BRs

2BRs available now.

Clubhouse lounge, gym, garages avail., W/D, walk in closets, and 1 pet okay.

Crosswinds Northwinds WindGate www.ApartmentsatLawrence.com

785-312-9945

Studio, 1BR , 2BR, & 3BR Great Locations/Staff, Pet Friendly, Pool, Lg. Closets

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Income guidelines apply 1 & 2 Bedrooms start at low cost of $564.

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West Side location Newer 1 & 2 BRs Starting at $475 Available January 1st (785) 841-4935 www.midwestpm.com

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Parkway Terrace

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Townhomes 1, 2, & 3BR townhomes available in Cooperative.

Units starting at $375-$515.

Water, trash, sewer paid.

FIRST MONTH FREE! Back patio, CA, hard wood floors, full bsmt., stove, refrig., W/D hookup, garbage disposal. Reserved parking. On site management & maintenance. 24 hr. emergency maintenance.

Membership & Equity Fee Required. 785-842-2545 (Equal Housing Opportunity)

2BRs: $650 - $725 per month 785-832-8728, 785-331-5360 www.lawrencepm.com

Saddlebrook

625 Folks Rd., 785-832-8200 2BR, 2 bath, 1 car garage.

New Rate: $895/mo. www.firstmanagementinc.com

Overland Pointe

Cedarwood Apartments

2411 Cedarwood Ave.

Beautiful & Spacious

* Near campus, bus stop * Laundries on site * Near stores, restaurants

* Water & trash paid.

1BRs starting at $400/mo.

2BRs, 1 bath, $495/mo.

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Mon. - Fri. 785-843-1116

GREAT Location Close to Campus

1BR Apts. starting at $428.

2BR Apts. starting at $528.

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Excellent Location 6th & Frontier Spacious 1 & 2 BRs Featuring: • Private balcony, patio, or sunroom • Walk in closets • All Appls./Washer/Dryer • Ceramic tile floors • Granite countertops • Single car garages • Elevators to all floors • 24 hour emergency maintenance Clubhouse, fitness center, and pool coming soon.

Avail. for Lease Starting Jan. 2011

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1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms

5245 Overland Dr.785-832-8200 2BR, 3 bath, 2 car garage.

New Rate: $1,175/mo.

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785-842-4200 2BR Apts. & Townhomes Available for January

Now Leasing for

Spring & Fall 2011 Over 50 floor plans of Apts. & Townhomes Furnished Studios Unfurnished 1, 2 & 3 BRs Close to KU, Bus Stops See current availability on our website

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Remington Square 785-856-7788

1BR/loft style - $495/mo.

Pool - Fitness Center - On-Site Laundry - Water & Trash Pd.

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Park West Town Homes

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711 Rockledge

2BR, 2 bath, fireplace, CA, W/D hookups, 2 car with opener. Easy access to I-70. Includes paid cable.

Pets under 20 pounds are allowed.

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Louisiana Place Apts Spacious 2BR Available 900 sq. ft., $610/month

2BR — 1030 Ohio Street. 1 bath, 1st or 2nd floor, CA. $550/month. No pets. Call 785-841-5797

2BR — 2406 Alabama, in 4plex. 2 story, 1½ bath, CA, DW, W/D hookup. $550 per mo. No pets. 785-841-5797

1 & 2BRs, on KU Bus Route All Utilities Paid!

Oaks Apts. 785-830-0888

2BR, 1 bath, all appliances including W/D, & carport. $650/mo. 505 Colorado. If interested please call 785843-8566 or 785-840-8147

3BR, Newly updated, open plan with great view on 4 acres 2 miles W. of Kasold.

3 Bath, study, wrap around deck, 2 car garage, & 2 outdoor workshops (1 heated) $1,250/mo. 785-841-0825 3BR, remodeled. 1 bath, appls., W/D hookup, wood floors, deck, bsmt. $775/mo.

Avail. now. 785-841-3849 3BR, 1-1/2 bath W. 22nd Terrace, $900. No smoking , no pets, new inside & out, new appliances, + W/D, garage, large deck, fenced yard. Avail. 785-423-1565 4BR, 2 bath, all appls., culde-sac, backs to Sunflower school. $1250/mo.

2604 Bluestem Dr. 785-749-3649 4BR, 2 bath, W/D, lg. fenced yard. 1311 W. 21st Terr. $1,100/mo. - or for sale by owner option. 479-855-0815

Mobile Homes

2BR & 3BR, 1310 Kentucky.

CA, DW, laundry. $550-$750. $100/person deposit + ½ Mo. FREE rent 785-842-7644

VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES Mediaphormedia is seeking a Vice President of Sales to oversee all aspects of sales and business development for the company. Mediaphormedia is a forward-thinking software and online services firm based in Lawrence, Kansas, and is widely considered one of the top vendors serving the news and media industries with clients across North America using their content management and local business search platforms. We are widely regarded as being one of the most innovative organizations in media, employing some of the brightest talent focused on media futures.

The focus of this position is to maintain and grow our core business; drive new opportunities; ensure effective customer relations; manage and develop the sales team; and conduct analysis and develop strategy to grow and market Mediaphormedia. Position will work with sales for Ellington CMS and Marketplace (www.ellingtoncms.com).

Ideal candidate will have: • A bachelor’s degree with five years of experience in sales in a comparable industry • Two years management - leadership experience • Experience in training, staff management, strategic planning, working with marketing campaigns and revenue analysis • Experience working with media, advanced online operations, and deep experience working with the Internet • Outstanding consultative selling abilities and excellent interpersonal skills with executive level customers and partners • Experience with sales methodology and sales funnel management • Strong communication skills, including presentation and negotiation skills • Proficient in desktop and online software necessary to accomplish goals We offer an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, 401k, paid time off and more! Background check, pre-employment drug screen and physical lift assessment required.

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3BR, 1½ bath, 2301 Ranch Way. Reduced from $820 to $750/mo. Offer ends Feb. 15th, 2011. Call 785-842-7644

Studios and 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms 785-843-4300 3BR - 1000 Alma, avail. now.

2 Story, 2 bath, DW, microwave, W/D hookup, CA, 2 car garage, 1 pet ok. $815/ mo. Call 785-841-5797

785-843-4040 www.thefoxrun.com

LUXURIOUS TOWNHOMES * 2 BR, 1,300 sq. ft. * 3 BR, 1,700 sq. ft.

Kitchen Appls., W/D 2-Car Garage * Small Pets Accepted Showings By Appointment

2BR - has wood floors, DW, & W/D hookups. 917 Louisiana. $650/mo. Water pd.

Avail. now. 785-393-6443

stacked call/text 913-481-1240

Red Oak/White Oak Mix, $150 truckload, stacked & delivered. Cured & Seasoned. Adam 816-547-1575 Seasoned Hedge, Oak, Locust & mixed hardwoods, stacked & delivered, $160. for full cord. Call Landon, 785-766-0863

Lawrence

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HUGE DISCOUNTS on NEW Manufactured Homes!

Homes

BRAND NEW! 3BR, 2 Bath - Perfect Lawrence Location !

Financing Available!

Call Erin at 800-943-0442

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Mobile Homes

Commercial Real Estate

Call 785-766-8211

24,000 sq. ft. $1,300,000.

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Furnished BR in my home, share kitchen. Quiet, near KU, on bus route. $350/mo.

Utils. paid. 785-979-4317

Antiques

Desk: Walnut executive desk, dovetail joinery (36 x 69). Medium/dark color, pull-out writing surfaces, locking drawer. Original hardware. $475. Call (817) 1BR (own entrance) avail. 706-3189 or (785) 842-2060 in W. side 3BR townhome. $375/mo. $100 deposit. Appliances Pets ok. Call 913-626-9960

3BR, 2 bath, major appls., FP, 2 car.

785-865-2505

LUXURY LIVING AT AFFORDABLE PRICES

RANCH WAY TOWNHOMES on Clinton Pkwy.

3BR, 1½ bath reduced to $750/mo., 12 mo. lease

GREAT SPECIALS Cedar Hill Apts.

913-417-7200, 785-841-4935 2 & 3BR Townhomes - with garage on quiet cul-de-sac.

No pets. $700 - $800/month.

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Office Space

Paid Internet

1311 Wakarusa - office space available. 200 sq. ft.

- 6,000 sq. ft. For details call 785-842-7644

785-842-7644 www.gagemgmt.com

Office for Feb 1. 144 sq. ft.

Common kitchenette, waiting rm., bathrms. Very nice.

Accessible. $350/mo. - includes utils., common area maintenance. 785-842-7337

1/2 Off Deposit

Office Space Available

3BR, 2 bath, all amenities, at 5040 Bob Billings Pkwy.

785-841-4785 garage. 2831 Four Wheel Drive. $795/mo. Available Now. Call 785-766-8888 Office Space, several sizes 3BR, 2 story, 2 bath, 2 car avail. 150-1,800 sq. ft., 4,500 total sq. ft. possible. Regarage, newer townhome model to suit. 785-842-4650 Fire Tree Estates, Baldwin City. $850/mo. 785-594-2558

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Mattresses: (2) twin size foam Mattresses $20 each or 2 for $30. 785-766-8457/ 785-766-0101 SEALY POSTUREPEDIC -New in plastic. Factory Second sets, Save over 50%.

Payless Furniture, 785-331-2031

Health & Beauty IF YOU USED TYPE 2 DIABETES DRUG AVANDIA between 1999-present and suffered a stroke, heart attack or congestive heart failure you may be entitled to compensation. Attorney Charles Johnson 1-800-535-5727.

All Clad Pots (set of 4).

Non-stick pots/pans.

1 med skillet, 1 lg sauce pan, 1 lg dutch oven, 1 med stock pot. $100 for set. Call 785- 830-9211 Sewing Machine: 1 Old Singer sewing machine in cabinet & one out of cabinet, both for $25. Call 785-691-8049

Lawn, Garden & Nursery

Horse Troy-Bilt Tiller: EnCoffee Pot. like new, was gine runs good but needs $100. asking $15 please transmission repairs. $99. call 785-550-4142 cash 785-748-0790 Cordless Telephone & Answering Machine. G.E. tel- Miscellaneous ephone & answering set. extra hand set. Asking $20. Church Pews: (14) used call 785-550-4142 church 8-10 ft. long. $25

Baby & Children's Items American Girl Books. Lanie and Lanie’s Real Adventures.

New. $7. each.

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each. 785-832-8097.

Sled: Paris Champion Fastback. 45” Long. $25.cash.

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Bed Rail: Summertime inc. Music-Stereo Double bed rail (blue) $15.00 - like new 785-865(2) Spinet Pianos with 2813 bench. Lowery $450, Lester $625. Price includes delivBeginner Pianos, ery & tuning. 785-832-9906 great for starting your kids out on lessons.

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Starting at $888!

Happy New Year!

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Crib Bedding Set - Little Trade in that old upright girl’s crib set with skirt, today! bed sheet, bumper pad, & Mid-America Piano comforter.

Very cute, never used. Asking $20. 800-950-3774 piano4u.com 785-979-0352 Piano: Beautiful oak conEasel: Child’s double sided sole piano with ornate adjustable easel.

Chalk trim.

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Retail & Commercial Space

Snow Pants: Kohl’s brand, Black, bib style. Size 7 (large). Like new. $10. Call Office and Shop space for 785-842-8776 rent. 1½ mile east on K-10 Wooden ride-on Train. 27 Hwy & ¼ mile south on E L X 12 H X 10 W. beautiful 1650 Rd. Variety: 900 - 2400 wood. asking $20 please sq. ft., some are finished & call 875-550-4142 some are unfinished. Call Steve today: 785-393-9366

Office/Warehouse

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Household Misc.

Rooms

2BR, 1 bath, duplex. CH/CA, W/D hookup, garage. $650 /mo. + deposit. No pets.

Lawn care provided. Call 785-840-6500

AVAILABLE NOW

Bed: Queen size mattress, & box springs, in good condition.

Asking $135.

785-766-8457/785-766-0101.

DO YOU OWN LAND?? Gift Certificates Must sell! Brand New 4 bedroom/ 2 bath mobile Travel Funds - Southwest home. low, low price. Airline Travel Funds Availmust be moved to your able. $24 of Travel Funds land. call today. for completed flight prior to Feb. 1. If you can help 785-537-8111 please call 840-0282

8 East 6th St., Lawrence

PARKWAY 4000 • 2 & 3BRs, 2 bath, 2 car • Patio, W/D hookups • Fully applianced kitchen • Maintenance free 785-749-2555, 785-766-2722

Furniture

Wood Cabinet/Hutch: Top part glass doors, open in middle, pull out drawer, solid door at bottom. Very good shape, asking $100. or make offer. Please call OWNER WILL FINANCE 3BR, 1 bath, 1989, very 785-842-4561 nice. $12,000. — $300 per Wood Microwave Cart: month. Call 785-727-9764 $35. 29 1/2” W; 29” H; 19 1/2” D; also has a top rack DO YOU OWN LAND?? that is removable and Must sell! Brand New makes it 65”H Which adds 4BR, 2 bath mobile home. more shelf space & has a low, low price. must be wine glass rack on it also. moved to your land. Call 785- 865-2813 today. 785-537-8111

2 - 3 Bedrooms starting at $595/mo!

4 Lawrence Locations Call 618-616-2272

Eudora

Call for Specials

Seasoned Oak Firewood $150/cord, $80 per ½ cord.

Green firewood - $130/cord.

785-331-7435/785-766-4544 & please leave a message.

OWNER WILL FINANCE 3BR, 2 bath, CH/CA, appls., Move in ready - Lawrence.

Call 816-830-2152

Abe & Jakes

Call 785-842-1524

PARKWAY 6000 Studios — 2400 Alabama, built in bed & desk, LR. All • 2 & 3BRs, walkout bsmt.

• 2 or 3 Baths electric. $380. Water/cable • 2 car garage w/opener pd. No pets. 785-841-5797 • W/D hookups • Gas FP, balcony Duplexes • Maintenance free Call 785-832-0555 or after 3PM 785-766-2722 Apartments, Houses & Duplexes. 785-842-7644 www.GageMgmt.com Houses 1BR duplex near E. K-10 access. Stove, refrig., off-st. parking. 1 yr. lease. $410/ mo. No pets. 785-841-4677

Firewood: Mixed hardwoods, mostly split.

Stacked/delivered. $75-1/2 Space for personal train- cord. James 316-651-7223 ers, etc. Fully turfed 4,000 Good Seasoned hand-split sq. ft. area. 785-230-9624 or hardwood, ½ cord, $85, jooser44@gmail.com $160 full cord. Delivered &

Warehouse Space

2 MONTHS FREE RENT!

Available now - 3 Bed2BR, 850 Highland. $500/mo. town home close to 3BR, nice mobile home, 2 CANYON COURT Upper in 4-plex, DW, quiet, room campus. For more info, bath, CA/CH, W/D hookup, clean.

1 block east of 9th & deck. $545/mo. Reference 1, 2, & 3BR Luxury Apts. please call: 785-841-4785 Iowa. No pets. 785-218-3616 & deposit. 913-845-3273 Now Leasing for August! www.garberprop.com Ceramic tile, walk-in clos- 2BR, in quiet neighborhood ets, W/D, DW, fitness cen- available now. 1000 sq ft. 2763 Grand Circle - Spa- Tonganoxie ter, pool, hot tub, FREE water paid, locked stor- cious 3BR, 2½ bath town DVD rental, Small pets OK. age, & off street pkg. home near shopping & Spacious 1, 2, & 3 BRs 700 Comet Ln. 785-832-8805 $575/mo.

538 Lawrence Holcomb Park. $925/mo.

W/D hookups, Pets OK www.firstmanagementinc.com Ave. Call 785-766-2722 eresrental.com 785-749-6084

2BR — 934 Illinois, avail. now. In 4-plex, 1 bath, CA, DW. $490/mo. No pets. Call 785-841-5797

seasoned hardwoods, SE Lawrence Location hedge, oak, ash, locust, Near K-10, energy efficient, hackberry & walnut. Split, & delivered. newer construction, 3,700 stacked sq. ft. heated warehouse $160/cord. 785-727-8650 w/1,000 sq. ft. office/show Fireplace Wood: room. Fenced in & paved Immediate Delivery & parking & storage with Stack. $85 per 1/2 cord. loading dock. 785-865-6231 785-542-2724

Ready to move in!

CD Holder: Small wood CD 3BR, 2 bath, beautiful holder $10. 11 1/2” W; 18” 1,200+ sq. ft. homes. All H; 5 1/4” D &holds 40 CD cases. 785-865-2813 new appliances and AC. Great Locations!

3BR — 2109 Mitchell, 1 story, Chaise - Tan chaise in ex1 bath, garage, AC, DW, Call 785-218-2525 cellent condition Asking W/D hookup, no pets. to view today. $100 or best offer. Call $775/mo. 785-841-5797 785-979-0352 Nothing accentuates a 3BR, 2 bath, 3000 Winston. 2 Children’s Furniture Set: home more than a car, fenced yard. Deerfield 8 piece Vintage: Bed, grand piano!

School. $1,100/mo. Feb. 1.

Dresser, Bureau, Desk, 3 Find yours today at Heritage Realty 785-841-1412 drawer dresser w/3 piano4u.com shelves, chair, lamp, in Manhattan.

3BR, avail. in Prairie Park. coat hanger.

Yellow 800-950-3774 Has 2 bath, 2 car, FP, Launw/orange flowers. Good dry rm., fenced. $1,150. 2008 condition $400.

Call Goodell Court. 785-691-7115 Manufactured 785-218-5669

Rooms for rent - $425/room per mo. including utilities.

2BR — 2406 Alabama, bldg.

For female only, No pets.

10, avail. now. 2 story, 1½ No smoking. 785-727-0025 bath, CA, DW, W/D hookup, www.mallardproperties lawrence.com $570. No pets. 785-841-5797

LEASING FOR DEC. & JAN. 785-838-3377, 785-841-3339 www.tuckawaymgmt.com

Retail & Firewood-Stoves Commercial Space Buy Now to insure quality

Roommates

1136 Louisiana St.

785.841.1155

Short Term lease avail. thru June 3BR, 2 bath, 1 car garage, 739 New York. Great location, walk to downtown!

Washer/dryer included, no smoking, no pets. $750/mo.

Avail. now. 785-423-5367, or 512-847-5970 ext. 221

from $540 - $920/month

OPEN HOUSE

Look & Lease Today!

3+BR, 1 bath, 1323 E. 21st Street. W/D hookups, No pets. $750/mo. + deposit.

Call Randy 785-766-7575

4BR, new, NW, executive 2 2 & 3BR Townhomes, start- story home. 2,400 sq. ft., 4 ing at $760/mo. Avail. Aug. bath, 2 car, finished bsmt.

FP, Walk in closets, and $1,900/mo. 785-423-5828 private patios. 1 Pet OK. Call 785-842-3280 2608 Belle Crest Drive 5BR, 3 bath, large deck, fenced backyard, finished basement. $1,200/month.

If interested call Tiffany at 785-843-8566, 785-840-8147

Available Now! Huge 2BRs (785) 841-4935 www.midwestpm.com

2BR, 1 bath. 831 Tennessee.

Newly remodeled. CA, DW, Microwave, W/D, & deck. $750/mo. Call 785-842-7644

To apply submit a cover letter and resume to hrapplications@ljworld.com.

www.lawrencepm.com

Eddingham Place Apts.

The Oaks, Quail Creek Campus West, College Hill

CALL FOR SPECIALS!!

785-841-5444

Country Homes Avail.

1BR, 1 bath, 916 W. 4th St., North of Lawrence Lawrence Wood floors, Sm. 2BR home, appls. furn.

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3BR, 2 bath, 624 Missouri. Call 785-832-1006 after 6PM Very nice! CA, DW, W/D. Ranch style 3BR, 1½ bath, New paint/carpet. Reduced full finished basement, to $750/mo. ½ Month FREE CA, detached garage, rurent. Call 785-842-7644 ral water. No inside pets. $800/mo. + $800 deposit, AVAIL. NOW refs. required. Avail. Feb. Large 3BR, 2 bath, W/D, Both homes on blacktop. fireplace, 2 car garage.

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1, 2, 3 & 4BRs - 5 Locations Check us out on marketplace

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10,000 sq. ft. warehouse Metal Entry Door: 29 l/2” x with 1,200 sq. ft. office on 79 1/4” with frame, $40. Excondition.

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Please call 785-842-1725.

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With little or no money down, even with less than perfect credit.

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Auctioneers

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K’s Tire

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Air Conditioning

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Automotive Services Bryant Collision Repair Mon-Fri. 8AM-6PM We specialize in Auto Body Repair, Paintless Dent Repair, Glass Repair, & Auto Accessories.

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C & G Auto Sales

Rentals Available!

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Kansas Carpet Care, Inc.

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Dale and Ron’s Auto Service

Family Owned & Operated for 37 Years Domestic & Foreign Expert Service 630 Connecticut St

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For All Your Battery Needs Across The Bridge In North Lawrence 903 N 2nd St | 785-842-2922 lawrencemarketplace.com/ battery

Hite Collision Repair

“If you want it done right, take it to Hite.”

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Your locally owned and operated carpet and upholstery cleaning company since 1993!

• 24 Hour Emergency Water Damage Services Available

By Appointment Only

Decorative & Regular Concrete drives, walks, & patios. 42 yrs. exp.

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Construction

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Decks & Fences Looking for Something Creative?

Catering

Electrical

Family Owned & Operated

Motors - Pumps Complete Water Systems 602 E 9th St | 785-843-4522

Employment Services

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Pontiac 2010 Vibe, FWD, red, 38K miles, CD player, Power Locks/windows, keyless entry, cruise, XM/AM/FM radio, ABS, On Star Safety,Only $12,777.

STK#18816.

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“WE BUY CARS” WE WILL GIVE YOU THE MOST MONEY FOR YOUR LATE MODEL CAR, TRUCK, VAN OR SPORT UTILITY VEHICLE. IF YOU WANT TO SELL IT, WE WANT TO BUY IT. CONTACT ALLEN OR TONY AT 785-843-5200

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Reasons to Buy

Furniture

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• Car washes for a Year!

• Oil Changes for a Year!

• 12 month 12,000 mile limited, mechanical 50/50 Service agreement.

• A fun and worry free experience • A car You love!

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• UPHOLSTERY • REFINISH • REPAIR • REGLUE • WINDOW FASHIONS Quality Since 1947 Murphy Furniture Service 785-841-6484 409 E. 7th www.murphyfurniture.net http://lawrencemarketplace. com/murphyfurniture

Audi 2003 A6, 3.0 , 82K, leather auto, like new!! $9,912.

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Free Estimates on replacement equipment! Ask us about Energy Star equipment & how to save on your utility bills.

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Steve’s Place

Banquet Hall available for wedding receptions, birthday parties, corporate meetings & seminars.

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BMW 2003 330 CIC, 2Dr convertible, auto, silver, black interior, loaded, extra clean, $13,888.

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Call 785-749-3131 Midwest Mustang

Lawn, Garden & Nursery

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ACADEMY CARS 1527 W 6th St. 785-841-0102 www.academycars.com www.lawrenceautorepair.com Honda 2008 Civic 4DR, Sedan LX, Nighthawk, Black Pearl, 32K. Go with a winner!

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Good Credit?

We help folks everyday get the $0 Down, best Bank & Credit Union rates, best terms, and the lowest payment available on the car of their dreams.

ACADEMY CARS

785-843-2174

1388 N 1293 Rd, Lawrence

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Cloon Legal Services 888-845-3511 “We are a federally designated debt relief agency.”

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General Services

Infiniti 2004 G35, immaculate, black on black, leather, moon, Bose, 110K, $11,900.

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Kia 2006 Kia Sportage EX, V6, 4WD, 44K, Smart Blue Metallic, Lawrence Favorite online dealership.

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Pet Services

Roofing

REMODELING & HANDYMAN SERVICES

Renovations Kitchen/Bath Remodels House Additions & Decks Siding & Windows Children’s Play Areas Quality Work Affordable Prices mmdownstic@hotmail.com Lawrencemarketplace.com/tic

Martin Floor Covering

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Lawrence’s Newest Sign Shop

• Full Color Printing • Banners & Decals • Vehicle Graphics • Yard Signs • Magnets • Stationary & Much More!!

785-856-7444 1717 W. 6th

Guttering Services

Landscaping

Residential & Commercial Standard & High Security Keys Full Service Shop 840 Connecticut St. 785-749-3023 lawrencemarketplace.com/ mobilelocksmith

Low Maintenance Landscape, Inc.

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STARVING ARTISTS MOVING

Lawn, Garden & Nursery

Heating & Cooling

Mudjacking, waterproofing.

We specialize in Basement Repair & pressure Grouting, Level & Straighten Walls, & Bracing on Walls.

B.B.B. FREE ESTIMATES Since 1962 WAGNER’S 785-749-1696

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1146 Haskell Ave, Lawrence 785-865-3730

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Int/Ext/Specialty Painting Siding, Wood Rot & Decks

Kate, 785-423-4464

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Allcore Roofing & Restoration

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KW Service 785-691-5949

Sewing Service & Repair

Sewing and Vacuum Center

2449 B Iowa St. 785-842-1595

NEW STORE HOURS

M-F 9-6, Th 9-8, Sat 9-4 Servicing Most Model Sewing Machines, Sergers & Vacs

Tree/Stump Removal Shamrock Tree Service

We Specialize in Fine Pruning If you value your tree for its natural shape and would like to retain its health and beauty in the long term, call on us!

785-393-2260

Vacuum Service & Repair

785-766-7700 http://lawrencemarketplace. DAVE BALES VACUUM com/allcore CLEANERS & LAMP SALES & REPAIR. Dave repairs & sells all makes & model vacuum cleaners, Rainbow, Panasonic, Kirby, Filter Queen, Electrolux, etc.

FREE PICKUP & DELIVERY to your home or business.

Just call Dave Bales at 785-843-7811 & he’ll be out to help you. Don’t forget Complete Roofing Dave Bales does all types Tearoffs, Reroofs, Redecks of lamp repair too! * Storm Damage SERVING LAWRENCE FOR * Leaks 37 YEARS * Roof Inspections

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Green Grass Lawn Care

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Bonded & Insured Call Danny 785-220-3925

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Hail & Wind Storm Specialists

15 yrs exp, Mowing, Yard Clean-up, Tree Trimming, Snow Removal All jobs considered. 15% Sr. Discount.

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Installation & Service Residential & Commercial (785) 841-2665

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Bob’s BERNINA

Painting

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15yr. locally owned and operated company.

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Complete interior & exterior painting Siding replacement

Quality work at a fair price!

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Inside - Out Painting Service

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Free Estimates

Insurance Work Welcome

ROOF REPAIRS

Moving-Hauling

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Insured. Free estimates.

Prompt Superior Service Residential * Commercial Tear Off * Reroofs

K-9 Butler

Pet Waste Removal Service • Reasonable Rates • No Contracts to Sign • References Available 785-331-9316 http://lawrencemarket place.com/K9Butler

Roofing

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CONCRETE INC Your local foundation repair specialist!

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NOT Your ordinary bicycle store!

Graphics

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PineLandscapeCenter.com 785-843-6949

Home Improvements

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Flooring Installation Christensen Floor Care LLC. Wood, Tile, Carpet, Concrete, 30 yrs. exp.

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WINTER ICE MELT PRODUCTS Residential & Commercial Use Buy In Bulk Or By the Bag Eco-Friendly & Pet Friendly

Locksmith

Foundation Repair Temporary or Contract Staffing Evaluation Hire, Direct Hire Professional Search Onsite Services (785) 749-7550 1000 S Iowa, Lawrence KS lawrencemarketplace.com/ express

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Dealer “For the People”

Air Conditioning/ & Heating/Sales & Srvs.

Roger, Kevin or Sarajane

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Case No. 08cv639 Division 5 K.S.A. 60 Mortgage Foreclosure (Title to Real Estate Involved) NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE

BRUCE, BRUCE & LEHMAN, LLC Attorneys at Law P.O. Box 75037 Wichita, Kansas 67275-5037 Attorney for Meritrust Credit Union ________ (First published in the Lawrence Daily Journal-World December 29, 2010) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, KANSAS US Bank National Association, as Trustee for Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates Series 2006-WFHE3 Plaintiff, vs.

Wade Alan Stroble and Shawn Renee Stroble, et al., Defendants.

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of the decedent from the trust property upon receipt of proper proof thereof. In accordance with K.S.A. 58a-818, creditors of the descendent must present claims for such debts to the Trustee in writing within the later of four (4) months from the date of the first publication on the notice, or thirty (30) days after receipt of actual notice if the identity of the creditor is known or reasonably ascertainable by the Trustee. If a creditor fails to present such claims to the Trustee within such prescribed time period, the creditor will be forever barred as against the Trustee and the trust property.

the Defendants as are Existing, Dissolved or Dormant Corporations; the Unknown Executors, Devisees, Trustees, Creditors, Successors and Assigns of Such of the Defendants as are or were Partners or in any Partnership; the Unknown Guardians, Conservators and Trustees of Such of the Defendants as are Minors or in Anywise Under Legal Disability; Defendants,

Under and by virtue of an Order of Sale issued by the Clerk of the District Court in and for the said County of Douglas, State of Kansas, in a certain cause in said Court Numbered 08cv639, wherein the parties above named were respectively plaintiff and defendant, and to me, the undersigned Sheriff of said County, directed, I will offer for sale at public auction and sell to Terry Beach Edwards, the highest bidder for cash Trustee of the Ross Beach in hand at 10:00 AM, on Living Trust 01/20/2011, the Jury AssemDated January 16, 2001 bly Room of the District Court located in the lower level of the Judicial and Terry Beach Edwards Law Enforcement Center 73 Willowbrook building, 111 E. 11th St., Hutchinson, KS 67502 Lawrence, Kansas, the following described real es- (Last published in the Lawtate located in the County rence Daily Journal-World, Wednesday, of Douglas, State of Kansas, January 26, 2011) to wit: _______ LOT 40, BLOCK 1, STONEGATE SUBDIVISION, A SUB- (First published in the LawDIVISION IN THE CITY OF rence Daily Journal-World LAWRENCE, IN DOUGLAS January 12, 2011) COUNTY, KANSAS. IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF SHERIFF OF DOUGLAS DOUGLAS COUNTY, KANSAS COUNTY, KANSAS In the matter of the estate of RUTH N. CUEVAS Respectfully Submitted, -MARTINEZ, deceased By: Shawn Scharenborg, Case No. 11 PR 1 # 24542 Pursuant to K.S.A. Sara Knittel, # 23624 Chapter 59 Kelli N. Breer, # 17851 Kozeny & McCubbin, L.C. NOTICE OF HEARING (St. Louis Office) THE STATE OF KANSAS TO 12400 Olive Blvd., Suite 555 ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: St. Louis, MO 63141 Phone: (314) 991-0255 You are hereby notified Fax: (314) 567-8006 that a Petition has been Email: sscharenborg@km-law.com filed in this Court by ReAttorney for Plaintiff becca M. Schares, heir of ________ Ruth N. Cuevas-Martinez, deceased, requesting that: (First published in the Law- the foreign will of Ruth N. rence Daily Journal-World Cuevas-Martinez, deDecember 29, 2010) ceased, dated November 30, 2007, be admitted to IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF probate and record in this DOUGLAS COUNTY, KANSAS Court; no administration of the Estate is necessary; the 66 FEDERAL CREDIT UNION will be construed, and the Plaintiff, following Kansas real esvs. tate owned by the decedent, situated in Douglas VERNON L. CHEEK County, Kansas: JUDITH (deceased)

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Dale Willey 785-843-5200 IN THE SEVENTH www.dalewilleyauto.com JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT, GMC 2004 Yukon XL, Danali, DOUGLAS COUNTY, KANSAS AWD, V8 1 owner, only 77K CIVIL DEPARTMENT miles, 3rd row seats, Luxury! Leather heated memMERITRUST CREDIT ory seats, Navigation, Bose UNION f/k/a Sound, XM/AM/FM radio, BOEING WICHITA CD, sunroof, Much more!

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Plaintiff, STK#51233A1. vs.

Dale Willey 785-843-5200 MEADOWLARK DEVELOPwww.dalewilleyauto.com MENT GROUP, L.L.C., FRITZEL, BRETT Toyota 2008 Tundra 4WD JOEL Limited, 48K miles, crew FRITZEL, BOARD OF COUNTY COMcab, leather heated memory seats, sunroof, Pre- MISSIONERS, DOUGLAS COUNTY, KANSAS, and CORmium wheels, IBL Premium Sound, Navigation, Home NERBANK, N.A., and the unknown heirs, exlink, one owner, $33,950. ecutors, administrators, STK#639521. devisees, trustees, crediDale Willey 785-843-5200 www.dalewilleyauto.com tors and assigns of such of the defendants as may be deceased; the unknown What is GM spouses of the defendants’; Certified? the unknown officers, successors, trustees, credi100,000 miles/5 year tors and assigns of such Limited Power Train defendants as are existing, Warranty, 117 point dissolved or dormant corInspection, porations; the unknown ex12month/12,000 mile ecutors, administrators, Bumper to Bumper trustees, creditors, succesWarranty. sors and assigns of such 24 hour GM assistance & defendants as are or were courtesy transportation partners or in partnership; during term or power the unknown guardians and train warranty. trustees of such of the deDale Willey Proudly fendants as are minors or certifies GM vehicles. are in anywise under legal disability; and John and/or Jane Doe, unknown occuVans-Buses pants, Defendant(s).

ACADEMY CARS SERVICE Case No. 10 CV 364 Lifetime Warranty on Coolant System.

Pursuant to Chapter 60 When Service Counts, of K.S.A. Count on Us. 785-841-0102 SHERIFF’S SALE 1527 W 6th www.academycars.com By virtue of an Order of Sale issued out of the District Court of Douglas County, Kansas, in the above entitled action, I will, on Thursday, the 20th day of January, 2011, at 10:00 o’clock a.m., in the Jury Assembly Room of the District Court, in the Lower Level of Chrysler 2007 Town & the Judical and Law EnCountry, Touring, power forcement Center, 111 E. doors, PW, PL, Tilt, CC, 11th Street, Lawrence, AC, Extra Clean, $12,888 Douglas County, Kansas, ofStk # 4518 fer for sale at public auc888-239-5723 tion and sell to the highest All American Auto Mart bidder for cash in hand all Olathe, KS the right, title and interest www.aaamkc.com of the defendants above named in and to the followChrysler 2005 Town & ing described real property Country, 55K, off lease, situated in the County of Linen Gold, Purrfect for Douglas, State of Kansas, to-wit: today’s Busy Family!

ACADEMY CARS 785-841-0102 1527 W 6th St. Lot Five (5) in Block A, in Meadowlark Addition No. 2, www.academycars.com City www.lawrenceautorepair.com an Addition to the of Eudora, Douglas County, Chrysler 2007 Town & Country, Touring, 67K, Kansas; AND Dark blue pearl metallic, Lots Two (2), Four Local Trade-in, Sto/Go. From Your Partner in (4), Eleven (11), and Fifteen Online Car Buying!

(15), in Block B, in ACADEMY CARS 785-841-0102 1527 W 6th St. Meadowlark Addition No. 2, www.academycars.com www.lawrenceautorepair.com an Addition to the City of Eudora, Douglas County, Chrysler 2008 Town & Kansas; AND Country, Limited.

Black with leather, 40K miles, Lots Four (4), and Five (5), swivel seats, dual DVD and in Block C, in Meadowlark navigation. Great condi- Addition No. 2, an Addition tion, new tires, one owner, to the City of Eudora, Doughave all records & manu- las County, Kansas. als. $23,900. Call Jason at Said real property is levied 785-766-1685 on as the property of the defendants above named and will be sold without appraisement to satisfy said Order of Sale.

Chrysler 2000 Town & Country LX with captain chairs, loaded, white w/gray interior, $3,444.

Stk # 4396 888-239-5723 All American Auto Mart Olathe, KS www.aaamkc.com

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Case No. 2011-CV-6 Div. 1 NOTICE OF SUIT TO: THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS AND ALL OTHER PERSONS WHO ARE OR MAY BE CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a Petition has been filed in the District Court of Douglas County, Kansas, by Fidelity Bank, praying for foreclosure of real estate mortgage on the following described real estate, to wit: A tract of land in the Southwest Quarter of Section Twelve, Township Fourteen South, Range Seventeen East of the 6th Principal Meridian, Douglas County, Kansas, described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest Corner of said Southwest Quarter; thence North 89 degrees 20 minutes 45 seconds East (assumed bearing) along the North line of said Southwest Quarter, 967.00 feet; thence South 0 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, 594.00 feet; thence South 85 degrees 26 minutes 41 seconds West, 970.00 feet to the West line of said Southwest Quarter; thence North 0 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East along the West line of said Southwest Quarter, 660.00 feet to the point of beginning and you are hereby required to plea to said Petition on or before the 22nd day of February, 2011, in said Court at Lawrence, Douglas County, Kansas.

Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon said Petition.

FIDELITY BANK Plaintiff ELDON L. GAY #08172 3500 SW Fairlawn Road, Ste. 210 Topeka, Kansas 66614 (785) 783-8323 Attorney for Plaintiff ________

CHEEK Lots Five (5), in Block Two (2) in Southwest Addition #6, an Addition to the City KIMBERLY KAY BROWN of Lawrence, Douglas County, Kansas, more comPAMELA SUE LANDON monly known as 1720 West (First published in the Lawrence Daily Journal-World 22nd Street.

MARK DOUGLAS STOKER December 29, 2010) Be assigned in accordance BOARD OF COUNTY IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF with the terms of the Will.

COMMISSIONERS OF You are required to file DOUGLAS COUNTY, KANSAS DOUGLAS COUNTY, KANSAS your written defenses to the Petition on or before 66 FEDERAL CREDIT UNION and Plaintiff, February 8, 2011 at 10:15 The unknown heirs, execu- a.m. in the District Court, in vs. tors, administrators, devi- the city of Lawrence, Dougsees, creditors, trustees, las JOHN C. ZARICKY, III County, Kansas at and assigns of such of the which time and place the KLEE A. ZARICKY defendants as may be de- cause will be heard. Should JOHN C. ZARICKY, III ceased; the unknown you fail to file your written Trustee of the John C. spouses of the defendants; defenses, judgment and de- Zaricky, III and the unknown executors, ad- cree will be entered in due Klee A. Zaricky Revocable ministrators, devisees, course upon the Petition.

Living Trust trustees, creditors, successors, and assigns of such KLEE A. ZARICKY Rebecca M. Schares, defendants as are or were Petitioner Trustee of the partners or in John C. Zaricky, III and partnership; Klee A. Zaricky STEVENS & BRAND, LLP the affiliates, subsidiaries, PO Box 189 Revocable Living Trust assigns, or parent Lawrence, KS 66044 corporation(s) of the de- (785) 843-0811 PEOPLES BANK fendants; the unknown Attorneys for the Petitioner guardians and trustees of CITY OF LAWRENCE _______ such of the defendants as are minors or in any wise (Published in the Lawrence BAUER BROOK ESTATES under legal disability, or Daily Journal-World Janu- HOMES ASSOCIATION any other party who may ary 12, 2011) assert an interest in the BOARD OF COUNTY property or claim de- The abandoned property of COMMISSIONERS OF scribed herein, the following tenant will be DOUGLAS COUNTY, KANSAS Defendants. disposed of on or after January 27, 2011, if not and Case No. 10 CV 794 claimed.

The unknown heirs, execuDivision No. 5 Lisa Delci, 1454 Eddingham tors, administrators, deviChapter 60 Dr., misc. household items. sees, creditors, trustees, and assigns of such of the TITLE TO REAL ESTATE Eddingham Place Apts. defendants as may be deINVOLVED 785-841-5444 ceased; the unknown Lawrence, KS 66046 spouses of the defendants; NOTICE OF SUIT _______ the unknownexecutors, administrators, devisees, THE STATE OF KANSAS TO (First published in the Law- trustees, creditors, succesTHE ABOVE-NAMED DE- rence Daily Journal-World sors, and assigns of such FENDANTS, AND ALL OTHER January 12, 2011) defendants as are or were PERSONS WHO ARE OR MAY partners or in Lawrence Freenet, Inc. partnership; BE CONCERNED: (Andy Brown - President, the affiliates, subsidiaries, You are hereby notified Matt Kuzinski, Vice- Pres- assigns, or parent that a Petition has been ident, Kris Adair - Secre- corporation(s) of the defiled in the District Court of tary/ Treasurer) has sub- fendants; the unknown Douglas County, Kansas, by mitted to the FCC an appli- guardians and trustees of 66 Federal Credit Union, cation for consent to as- such of the defendants as praying for foreclosure of a signment of the construc- are minors or in any wise real estate mortgage on the tion permit for KAWR 89.9 under legal disability, or following described real es- FM to Americana Music any other party who may Academy, Inc. (KC Compton assert an interest in the tate, to wit: President, Dianne property or claim deA tract of land located in Gillenwater - Vice- Pres- scribed herein, ident, Nancy Trober the Northwest Quarter of Defendants.

Section 4, Township 14 -Secretary, James Jeans South, Range 20 East of the Treasurer, Thom Alexander Case No. 2010-CV-00539 6th P.M., Douglas County, - Executive Director). The Division No. 5 Kansas, more particularly application was filed DeChapter 60 described as follows: Com- cember 20, 2010, and is on mencing at the Southeast file for public inspection at TITLE TO REAL ESTATE corner of the Northwest 1419 Massachusetts Street.

INVOLVED _______ Quarter; thence North 00°11’12” West a distance (Published in the Lawrence NOTICE OF SALE of 380.32 feet to the point of Daily Journal-World Janubeginning, said point being ary 12, 2011) UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of on the East line of the an Order Of Sale to the Northwest Quarter; thence Clerk of the District Court PUBLIC NOTICE North 88°53’12” West a disin and for said County of tance of 704.34 feet; thence Independence Inc. agency Douglas, in a certain cause North 00°22’34” West a dis- is submitting an applica- in said Court numbered 10 tance of 318.79 feet; thence tion for operating assis- CV 539, wherein the parties South 88°53’11” East a dis- tance for transportation above-named were respectance of 705.40 feet, said services under the U.S.C. tively, Plaintiff and Defendpoint being on the East line 49-5311 (rural public trans- ants, and to me, the underof the Northwest Quarter; portation) of the Federal signed, Sheriff of Douglas thence South 00°11’12” East Transit Act. The application County, Kansas, I will offer a distance of 318.76 feet to will be for operating funds for sale at public auction the point of beginning. to help provide public and sell to the highest bidtransportation services in der for cash in hand, in the and for a judgment against the area. Written com- jury assembly room in the Defendant Vernon L. Cheek, ments and questions in re- lower level of the Judicial and any other interested gards to this application and Law Enforcement Cenparties, and you are hereby are encouraged and will be ter, in the City of Lawrence, required to plead to said accepted until January 26, in said County of Douglas, Petition on or before the 2011, and should be sent to: State of Kansas, on the 20th 14th day of February, 2011, day of January, 2011, at in said Court in Douglas 10:00 a.m. of said day, the Stacey Hunter Schwartz County, Kansas.

Should following described real esExecutive Director you fail therein, judgment tate situated in the County 2001 Haskell Ave. and decree will be entered of Douglas, State of Kansas, Lawrence, KS 66046 in due course upon said peto-wit: tition.

OR Lots 1A, Block 1, in Bauer This firm is a debt collector Brook Estates No. 4, a SubNOTICE OF U.S.C. 5311 for the creditor named division in the City of Lawor U.S.C. 5310 above, this notice is an atrence, Douglas County, CAPITAL/OPERATING tempt to collect a debt, and Kansas, as shown on a Lot APPLICATIONS any information obtained Split for Lot 1, Block 1, will be used for that pur- Independence Inc. is sub- Bauer Brook Estates No. 4, pose. mitting an application for recorded in Plat Book 17, 66 federal capital/operating Page 655, in the office of FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, grant funds to be provided the Register of Deeds of Plaintiff through the Kansas Depart- Douglas County, Kansas, ment on Transportation.

BERMAN & RABIN, P.A. Persons wishing to make commonly known as 1049 Michael H. Berman comments on the applica- N. 1665 Rd., Lawrence, Kan#11567 tions are requested to do sas 66049, to satisfy the 15280 Metcalf Avenue in the so in writing no later than judgment Overland Park, Kansas 4:30 p.m. on January 26, above-captioned case; the 66223 2011. Comments can be sale to be without apTel: (913) 649-1555 praisement and subject to sent to: Fax: (913) 652-9474 the interests of all DefendAttorney for Plaintiff ants as set out in the Order Stacey Hunter Schwartz ________ of Sale, with Defendants Executive Director having a three month right 2001 Haskell Ave. (First published in the Lawof redemption in the subLawrence, KS 66046 rence Daily Journal-World ject property. ________ January 12, 2011) (First published in the LawSHERIFF IN THE MATTER OF THE rence Daily Journal-World DOUGLAS COUNTY, KANSAS TRUST ESTATE OF January 12, 2011) ROSS BEACH, Deceased Michael H. Berman IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF #11567 NOTICE TO CREDITORS DOUGLAS COUNTY, KANSAS BERMAN & RABIN, P.A. (Filed Pursuant to K.S.A. 15280 Metcalf Avenue Chapter 58a-818) FIDELITY BANK, Overland Park, Kansas Plaintiff, 66223 TO ALL PERSONS CONv. Phone (913) 649-1555 CERNED: DOUGLAS BOYD, and the Fax: (913) 652-9474 Unknown Heirs, Executors, ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF You are hereby notified Administrators, Devisees, ________ that Ross Beach died on Trustees, Creditors and AsNovember 12, 2010. The de- signs of Each of the Descendent was the Settlor of fendants as may be Dethe Ross Beach Living Trust ceased; the Unknown Dated January 16, 2001. Spouses of the Defendants; Terry Beach Edwards the Unknown Officers, Sucserves as Trustee. The cessors, Trustees, CrediTrustee has the power to tors and Assigns of Such of pay the outstanding debts

Husband’s anger should elicit concern

Dear Disturbed: You bet.

Someone who cannot control his anger could just as easily throw his fist instead of a pillow. Even if he doesn’t intend to hurt you, it would be too late to stop. We’re glad he realizes he has an anger problem, but that’s only the first step. He needs to get help —

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band about it, but he refuses to say anything to his mother.

Should I stand up to her and tell her how I feel, or keep my mouth shut? I’m afraid if I speak up, it will ruin my husband’s relationship with his parents.

— Confused in Pennsylvania

Dear Confused: Parents who treat the grandchildren unequally usually reap what they sow. And it is possible that, no matter how delightful anniesmailbox@creators.com your sons are, two of them may be more than Mom can handle. for his sake as well as yours.

Ask him to talk to his doctor Try approaching her with about a referral to someone reconciliation in mind. who deals with anger management and insist that he make an appointment immediately.

If he won’t go, or if you see no improvement within a specified time, you may need to leave the marriage until he can control himself.

Marcy Sugar and Kathy Mitchell

“American Masters” (8 p.m., PBS, check local listings) kicks off its 25th season with “Jeff Bridges: The Dude Abides,” a genial salute to one of the best-loved actors of his generation. Filled with clips from an unusual range of films and performances, “Dude” also includes fond recollections from Bridges’ wife and family, including his brother Beau, eight years his senior.

We’re reminded that Bridges received an Oscar nomination for “Last Picture Show” (1971), one of his first big-screen roles, but did not take home the golden statue until last year, for “Crazy Heart.” He was supposed to be the next big thing, until a giant flop named “King Kong” cooled off his career enough for him to follow his own quirky trajectory that would take him through conspiracy thrillers, including “Winter Kills” and “Cutter’s Way,” to blockbusters like “Against All Odds” and both versions of “Tron.”

How versatile is Jeff Bridges? How much do audiences believe in him? Two years after playing the mythic stoner The Dude in the bizarre Coen brothers’ filmnoir comedy “The Big Lebowski,” Bridges was cast as the president of the United States in “The Contender,” a role that earned him an Oscar nomination.

Bridges has followed up his “Crazy Heart” accolades with a reinterpretation of John Wayne’s iconic Rooster Cogburn in the Coen brothers’ “True Grit,” a film that has defied expectations to become a bonafide box-office smash. “The Dude” also explores Bridges’ efforts as a musician and fine artist. Unmentioned here is his extensive body of work as a voiceover specialist. ● What if you cast, or rather cast away, the frisky and photogenic staff of a “Grey’s Anatomy”-type hospital in a tropical locale not unlike “Lost”? You might get “Off the Map” (9 p.m., ABC), a new medical melodrama from the producers of “Grey” and “Private Practice.”

“Map” concerns six doctors who travel to exotic places and needy populations to reconnect with the reasons they decided to enter medicine. Funny, they seem a tad young and pretty for a midlife crisis. As you’ve come to expect from these things, none of the doctors hails from some lower-tier degree-mill medical school.

They were all at “the top of their game” before “personal demons” drove them into the jungle, and presumably, or eventually — into each other’s arms. ● Betty White has nothing on actress Luise Rainer. She turns 101 today. “Luise Rainer — Live from the TCM Classic Film Festival” (7 p.m., TCM) includes an interview with the actress who won back-toback Oscars for her roles in “The Great Ziegfeld” (1936) and “The Good Earth” (1937).

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Tonight’s other highlights ● Guerrero faces murder charges on a two-hour helping of “Human Target” (7 p.m., Fox). ● A drug dealer’s wife becomes an enforcer on “Chase” (8 p.m., NBC). ● Mitchell runs into an old friend (Mary Lynn Rajskub) on “Modern Family” (8 p.m., ABC). ● Pete serves jury duty on “The Defenders” (9 p.m., CBS). ● Jeremy Irons guest stars on “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” (9 p.m., NBC).

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these traits. Tonight: Only where the action is.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) ★★★★ Open up to new possibilities by assuming the lead. Not everyone agrees with you. Not everyone can follow through on your ideas. In fact, few people can.

Tonight: Plan on some fun, after working late.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) ★★★★ You might not have the control you desire when dealing with someone at a distance. You actually might lose it and become quite wild.

Tonight: Follow the music.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ★★★★ Deal with others directly. If you address a group, your essence and message will be diluted.

Tonight: Go with a suggestion.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ★★★★ Your strong drive comes out on the personal or domestic front. You could wind up buying property or making an investment. Tonight: Say "yes."

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ★★★ Pace yourself.

You are a whirlwind of energy. You are unlikely to stop, but keep going until you drop. Tonight: Visit with friends.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22Dec. 21) ★★★★★ Your playfulness emerges, making this day lighter and easier. A tendency to be risk-prone emerges and could be damaging if you don't call in some self-discipline. Tonight: Acting as if there is no tomorrow.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) ★★★★★ You might want to make a difference, and right now. With Mars riding high in your sign, you are capable of a nearly inexhaustible effort.

Tonight: Happy at home.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) ★★★★★ You choose the right words for different situations. Your ability to communicate excels.

Tonight: Dawdling, rather than heading home.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) ★★★ Be sensitive with spending. Take into consideration your budget and also another person's.

It might be easy to go overboard. A meeting could force you to look at certain issues. Tonight: Zero in on what is important.

— The astrological forecast should be read for entertainment only.

Andrews is 63. Movie director Wayne Wang is 62. Radio commentator Rush Limbaugh is 60.

Actress Kirstie Alley is 60.

Writer Walter Mosley is 59. n Country singer Ricky Van Shelton is 59. Radio personality Howard Stern is 57. Rock musician Tom Ardolino (NRBQ) is 54.

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ACROSS 1 End of a Proust title 6 Applications 10 Best on a chessboard 14 180-degree maneuver 15 River sediment 16 Egg, biologically 17 Gold digger’s benefactor 19 Flatware prong 20 Nun, to a nun 21 Squiggly swimmer 22 Musical with “Good Morning Starshine” 23 Sailor’s assent 25 Interim government 27 War 32 Craggy peak 33 Layered cookie treat 34 Cut out, as coupons 36 Some choir singers 40 Wound’s aftermath 41 Ready to rock 43 High-pitched woodwind 44 Snuffy’s boy 46 Poetic preposition 47 Bewildered condition 48 Small watch pocket 50 Giggler 52 Handcuff

56 “Well, ___-di-dah!”

57 Mine entryway 58 Chicken ___ king 60 Synagogue leaders 65 Iditarod Trail command 66 Discussion topic for feminists 68 On the calmer side, at sea 69 Dueling weapon 70 Not forthcoming 71 Mix by hand 72 E-mailed 73 “The Glass Bead Game” author Hermann DOWN 1 “___ in Boots” 2 Small needle purse 3 What some bearskins become 4 “Foiled again!”

5 “Can you believe it?!”

6 It’s south of Canada 7 Show partisanship 8 Sort of statesman 9 Engraving instrument 10 Prospector’s dream 11 Pertaining to birds

John Lasseter is 54. Broadcast journalist Christiane Amanpour is 53. Rock musician Charlie Gillingm (Counting Crows) is ham 51. Actor Oliver Platt is 51.

Basketball Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins is 51.

Actor Olivier Martinez is 45. Actress Farrah Forke is 43. Actress Rachael Harris is 43.

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bird 49 Points the finger at 51 Roof material 52 “Last of the Red Hot ___” (Tucker nickname) 53 Full-price payer 54 Japanese immigrant’s child 55 Marry in a hurry 59 Word shouted at church 61 Bonny hillside 62 Grocers stock them 63 Cinches the win 64 Ione of Hollywood 67 Intersected

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BIRTHDAYS Actress Luise Rainer is 101. Country singer Ray Price is 85. Singer Glenn Yarborough is 81. Country singer William Lee Golden (The Oak Ridge Boys) is 72.

Boxing Hall of Famer Joe Frazier is 67. Rock musician Cynthia Robinson (Sly and the Family Stone) is 67.

Singer-musician George Duke is 65. Actor Anthony

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JACQUELINE BIGAR’S STARS For Wednesday, Jan. 12: This year, you manifest unusual physical energy.

Direct this energy, as it could be self-destructive if you don't have an outlet. If you are single, you might want to find the "right one" right away. Take your time rather than get stuck in a difficult situation. If you are attached, you might be more verbal and selfexpressive than in the past.

Taurus draws out an innate playfulness.

The Stars Show the Kind of Day You'll Have: 5Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult Aries (March 21-April 19) ★★★★ Use the day well, transforming any obstacle into a new pathway. You also could get frustrated and upset, but to what avail? Tonight: Be as free as a bird.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) ★★ You still might feel out of kilter, but that feeling won't last long. Your ability to jump over problems or bypass the issue is remarkable. Tonight: Nap, then decide.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) ★★★ Focus and drive might be excellent traits.

Understand that you are not the only person with

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Explain sweetly that your children would like to spend more time with their grandmother (baby-sitting or not). It could lead to a closer relationship.

But either way, you are not obligated to find baby-sitters for your sister-in-law — although you might give her the names of some local teens who would appreciate the extra income and then let her handle her own arrangements.

Dear Annie: I’m 30 years old, married with two boys.

My mother-in-law and I don’t get along. Even if I ask her, she does not want to watch our kids. She makes a big fuss about it and acts like it’s a huge burden. However, she will watch her daughter’s child any time, and this upsets me.

Her favoritism is bad enough, but in the past month, she seems to think it is my responsibility to find a baby sitter for her daughter’s child. That’s the last straw. I’ve talked to my hus-

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Dear Annie: I am disturbed by my husband’s behavior. We were married in June, and I knew that “Clark” had a short temper. But an incident happened last night that frightened me. He became upset over a silly matter and screamed profanities, called me a horrible name and threw one of our couch pillows at my face.

Clark knows he has anger issues. I usually let these outbursts slide because I understand he doesn’t mean the things he says, but last night changed that. I truly believe that had I been standing next to him, he would have physically harmed me.

Clark is a kind and wonderful man, my prince charming, until he gets upset. Then he becomes a completely different person. I know people can lose their temper, but this is more than typical anger. If I talk to my family or friends, they would jump to conclusions about his personality. Do you think he has the potential to hurt me? — Disturbed in W.V.

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| Wednesday, January 12, 2011

A year after quake, Haiti still waits to rebuild CHILDREN PLAY AT THE RUBBLE of earthquakedamaged houses in downtown Port-au-Prince, Haiti, on Jan. 7.

A year has passed since the Jan. 12, 2010, magnitude-7.0 quake that killed more than 220,000 people and left millions homeless.

By Jonathan M. Katz Associated Press Writer

PORT-AU-PRINCE, HAITI — The man’s body lay face down, his white dress shirt shining like wax in the sun, as he was unearthed in the ruins of a Port-au-Prince restaurant a year after the earthquake.

The bodies still being found in the rubble are a sign of how far Haiti has to go to recover from a disaster that left the capital in ruins and is estimated to have killed more than 230,000 people.

As the dust was still settling from the Jan. 12, 2010, disaster, volunteers and hundreds of aid groups flocked in with food, water and first aid that saved countless lives. But the effort to rebuild has been dwarfed by the size of the tragedy, the extent of the need, and, perhaps most fatally, the lack of Haitian and international leadership and of coordination of more than 10,000 nongovernmental organizations.

President Rene Preval did not speak publicly for days after the quake. He has been seen by most Haitians as ineffective at best, and many observers have criticized him for not spearheading a coherent reconstruction or making the hard policy decisions needed to rebuild.

Preval and Haitian officials stress that their government was weak and underfunded to begin with, then devastated, and never really recovered from the earthquake.

Ministries were relocated but could not replace vast numbers of staff killed in the quake or material lost in the destruction.

Advocacy groups also blame much of the Haitian government’s weakness on an international community that is not keeping its pledge of support.

“The international community has not done enough to support good governance and effective leadership in Haiti,” the aid group Oxfam

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Aid agencies continue to bypass local and national authorities in the delivery of assistance, while donors are not coordinating their actions or adequately consulting the Haitian people.”

— From a recent report by Oxfam, an aid group said in a recent report. “Aid agencies continue to bypass local and national authorities in the delivery of assistance, while donors are not coordinating their actions or adequately consulting the Haitian people.”

Ericq Pierre, Haiti’s representative to the Inter-American Development Bank in Washington, said “the problem is that at a certain point the international community gave the impression they could solve the problem quickly. ... I think there was an excess of optimism.”

Street markets were soon up and running after the quake and Port-au-Prince’s traffic is worse than ever. On Tuesday, Preval, his wife and other officials lay flowers at symbolic black crosses marking a mass grave outside Portau-Prince where hundreds of thousands of earthquake victims were buried.

“We have this memory in our heads and our hearts and

etched on our bodies. We will never forget them. This is hallowed ground,” Preval said.

But from the barren hillside, the destruction is clearly visible. The slogan “build back better,” touted by former U.S. President Bill Clinton and others even before the quake, remains an unfulfilled promise.

Less than 5 percent of debris has been cleared, leaving enough to f ill dump trucks parked bumper to bumper halfway around the world. In the broken building where the dead man was discovered, workers hired to clear rubble by hand found two other people’s remains.

About a million people remain homeless and neighborhood-sized homeless camps look like permanent shantytowns on the fields and plazas of the capital. A cholera epidemic erupted outside the earthquake zone that has killed more than

3,600 people, and an electoral crisis between Preval’s ruling party and its rivals threaten to break an increasingly fragile political stability.

Progress has been slow across the board, starting with the omnipresent rubble.

The U.S.-based RAND organization said donors and the Haitian government are responsible for more not being cleared. Haitian workers are not given personal equipment while heavy lifters have been blocked by customs officials at the border, the report said. The government has also not designated sufficient dumping space.

“Unless rubble is cleared expeditiously, hundreds of thousands of Haitians will still be in tent camps during the 2011 hurricane season” — which runs from June through November, the report said.

Construction of new housing has barely begun. The core underlying issue of sorting out Haiti’s broken system of land ownership, where several people hold claim to the same plot of land, has not even been addressed. Without sorting out land ownership, there is nowhere to build.

Gates: New military talks could begin soon SECRETARY OF DEFENSE ROBERT GATES, RIGHT, listens to questions from the press on a military aircraft en route to China on Jan. 8.

By Anne Gearan Associated Press Writer

BEIJING — U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates is getting a rare glimpse of China’s nuclear weapons headquarters today.

“I’m looking forward to it. I think it’ll be interesting,” Gates said.

The weapons command center in the Beijing suburb of Qinqhe is a site a few U.S. officials have visited previously, including former U.S. Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld in 2005, so Gates is unlikely to learn much about China’s capabilities that was not already known. Chinese military officials also routinely scrub all traces of truly sensitive materials before allowing Westerners inside such places, as Gates seemed to acknowledge Tuesday.

“I’m not quite sure what I’ll see,” Gates said with a slight smile.

Still the visit to the base was sought by the United States to balance the 2009 visit of a senior Chinese general to the American equivalent facility, U.S. Strategic Command headquarters in Nebraska.

“I hope I have an equal

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opportunity,” Gates said to reporters traveling with him, but who were barred from the site.

The Chinese base maintains control over nuclear and conventional strategic missile forces, although U.S. analysts have said wartime operations probably would be conducted from another, more secretive site. China has short-, medium-, long-, and intercontinental-range ballistic missiles.

China maintains a nuclear arsenal of about 200 warheads deliverable by landand submarine-based missiles as well as bomber aircraft, according to the Federation of American Scientists.

China last week reaffirmed commitment not to use nuclear weapons pre-emptively.

Foreign observers have suggested China might abandon its no first-use policy in the event of a major crisis over Taiwan or other crucial concerns, although ranking Chinese military officers and government-backed scholars repeatedly have denied such speculation.

The stop at the base and a quick visit to China’s Great Wall were capping a four-day trip for Gates dominated by the effort to repair strained military ties ahead of Chinese President Hu Jintao’s state visit to Washington next week.

Gates’ visit turned the page on a rocky year in which China pulled out of military talks and withheld an earlier invitation to Gates in protest of a nearly $6.4 billion arms sale to China’s rival, Taiwan.

China agreed Monday to more direct military cooperation with the United States but stopped short of the broad give and take the United States says would benefit both nations. Gates said China is taking seriously his proposal to erect a new, more durable framework for military talks. He hopes to convene the first such discussions in the first half of 2011.

The security talks would be a step beyond current contacts largely focused on maritime issues, and would cover nuclear and missile defense issues as well as cyberwarfare and military uses of space.

Hu praised the renewal of lower-level military exchanges with the U.S. during his meeting with Gates on Tuesday. China made sure Gates saw the highest-level officials, and threw lavish banquets and lunches for him.

Study finds Twitter is full of geographical dialects

By Jennifer C. Yates Associated Press Writer

P I T T S B U R G H — Tweeting about what club “y’all” are going to tonight? Must be from the South. Looking forward to “suttin” special?

Then you probably live in New York. Think that new movie was “koo?” Northern California.

The words you write on Tw i tte r c a n te l l p e o p l e more than just the status of your relationship or how you like the latest Bon Jovi CD. It may just indicate not only how you’re living, but where you’re living in the U.S. Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University examined 380,000 messages from Twitter during one week in March

2010 and found that the social networking site is full of its own kinds of geographical dialects.

Take the word cool. Southern Californians tend to write the shorthand “coo,” while their neighbors up north use the phonetic shorthand “koo.”

The 4.5 million words the researchers examined were full of similar examples.

Some were obvious — like “y’all” in the South or “yinz” in Pittsburgh — and some more mysterious. The word “suttin” was found over and over in New York City, a shorthand for “something.”

Jacob Eisenstein, a postdoctoral fellow of computer science in Carnegie Mellon’s Machine Learning Department, and his colleagues

were able to analyze the geotags attached to Twitter messages sent from mobile phones for the study. In all, they looked at 4.5 million words.

“Some of what we found really just confirms previous intuitions, but some things were much more specific for social media,” said Eisenstein, noting the phrase “very tired.”

Northern Californians tend to substitute “hella” for very, whereas New Yorkers opt for “dead***” tired; those in Los Angeles would be more likely to follow the word tired with the abbreviation “af ” — short for “as (expletive.)”

Some of the differences across Twitter can be explained by the need to

write concisely to fit the site’s 140-character limit. But others, not so much.

While using “u” in place of the two-character longer “you” is pretty common, a lot of New Yorkers do the opposite and lengthen the word to “youu.” Or even emphasize “I” by writing two of them — as in “II.” Scott Kiesling, associate professor of linguistics at the University of Pittsburgh, said social media provides researchers lots of easily obtainable data in which they can explore and examine how people are speaking.

He said the next step is examining whether these phrases spread like “pancake batter hitting a pan or hop from city to city” — if they spread at all.

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Report awakens Dems reform drive

By Dina Cappiello and Matthew Daly Associated Press Writer

WASHINGTON — Democrats in Congress pledged Tuesday to push for tougher regulation of offshore drilling and to make oil companies more financially responsible for spills — steps a presidential panel says are necessary to prevent another catastrophic blowout.

The National Oil Spill Commission unanimously endorsed 15 recommendations to the oil industry, Congress and the Obama administration for preventing another largescale oil spill. Most require action by Congress, but some could be done independently by the Obama administration, commissioners said.

The 380-page report provides an opening for Democrats to rekindle legislative efforts that failed after last year’s oil spill, the largest offshore incident in U.S. history.

But they’ll face an even tougher road to passage this year, with a Republican majority in the House of Representatives set on cutting spending and reducing the government’s regulation of business. Adding to their burden, rising gasoline prices are prompting calls for more domestic energy production.

Congress “must take action this year to prevent another catastrophic spill through smart regulation, and by giving regulators the tools and resources they need to do their jobs effectively,” Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said. He endorsed raising liability caps on oil companies, which BP waived after the

Gulf disaster, “to ensure that taxpayers are never again on the hook for the damages caused by BP or any other oil company’s missteps.”

But Rep. Fred Upton, the Michigan Republican who leads the Energy and Commerce panel, pushed back.

While the panel’s findings should be considered, “neither this nor any other investigation should be used as political justification to limit affordable energy options for America,” he said.

The report also sparked concern in Gulf states. Lawmakers from the region will be critical to any legislation’s passage, and many have resisted calls to remove liability caps.

“I don’t want the federal government to overreact and now put additional regulations that cripple the oil industry,” said John Young, president of Jefferson Parish in Louisiana.

The Democratic-controlled House approved bills last year to boost safety standards for offshore drilling and remove the liability cap, but the measures were not taken up in the Senate. Those bills included many of the suggestions recommended by the commission Tuesday after a six-month investigation requested by President Barack Obama.

Rep. Doc Hastings, RWash., who leads the natural resources panel, said in an interview that he is open to legislation responding to the oil spill, but said the bill passed by the House last year was overly intrusive. He said he would prefer greater focus on safety, while continuing to drill offshore.

6,000-year-old winery found in Armenia

By Thomas H. Maugh II Los Angeles Times

LOS ANGELES — A University of California, Los Angelesled team reported Monday that it has discovered a 6,000year-old facility in an Armenian cave that contains everything necessary to produce wine from grapes, including a grape press, fermentation vats, storage jars, winesoaked pottery shards, and even a cup and drinking bowl.

The ancient winery is at least 1,000 years older than any similar installation previously known, and it was found in the same cave where researchers in June announced the discovery of the world’s oldest leather shoe.

The cave was abandoned when the roof caved in. All the organic material was preserved by a concrete-like layer of sheep dung that sealed everything in and prevented fungi from destroying the remains.

“Because of this unique preservation, we find all of these previously unknown but imagined organic materials” from the Copper Age, including grape seeds, withered grape vines and remains of pressed grapes, said archaeologist Gregory Areshian of UCLA’s Cotsen Institute of Archaeology, the co-leader of the expedition. Details of the find were described in the January issue of the Journal of Archaeological Science.

The wine press measured

The ancient winery is at least 1,000 years older than any similar installation previously known. about 3 by 3 1/2 feet and was positioned to drain into a deep vat more than 2 feet deep. Similar to presses utilized as recently as the 19th century throughout Europe and in California, it was clearly meant to be used to smash the grape by foot. All around the top of the press, researchers found handfuls of grape seeds, remains of pressed grapes, grape must and desiccated vines. Botanists determined the species to be Vitis vinifera, the domesticated variety still used to make wine.

The vat would have held 14 to 15 gallons and was covered by a dark gray residue that contained the plant pigment malvidin, which gives wine its red color and stains clothing and carpets.

“The site is very important because it is so early and shows how advanced they already were,” said biomolecular archaeologist Patrick McGovern of the University of Pennsylvania, who was not involved in the research.

“The fact that winemaking was already so well developed in 4000 BC suggests that the technology probably goes back much earlier.”

Egypt recalls ambassador to protest comments CAIRO — Egypt recalled its ambassador to the Vatican after Pope Benedict XVI demanded that certain countries, including Egypt, do more to ensure Christians can practice their faith without discrimination or violence, a spokesman said Tuesday.

In a speech Monday to ambassadors accredited to the Vatican, Benedict cited recent attacks on Christians in Egypt, Iraq and Nigeria, and said these governments must take more effective measures to protect religious minorities.

Hossam Zaki, a spokesman for Egypt’s Foreign Ministry described Benedict’s remarks as “unacceptable” and charged him with interfering in the

country’s internal affairs.

“Egypt will not allow nonEgyptians to interfere in its internal affairs under any pretext,” he said.

Sheikh Ahmed el-Tayyib, imam of the Al-Azhar, the premier institute of Islamic learning in the Sunni Muslim world also blasted the Pope’s remarks.

“Protection of Christians is an internal affair and should be carried out by the governments as they (the Christians) are their citizens like other citizens,” he said in a statement.

“We reiterate our rejection of foreign interference in the internal affairs of Arab and Islamic countries under whatever pretexts,” he added.