U S troop surge starts combat duties in Afghanistan
About 3000 American soldiers arriving in Afghanistan form the first wave of a reinforcements surge this year. They begin combat duties to secure two violent provinces near Kabul as part of efforts detailed on Page 2A.
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Lawrence artists sweep Kansans as Talented as you Think
Lawrence students took six of eight first place prizes in the Kansans As Talented as you Think art contest. Jenny Allcott, a Free State High School senior, won Best of Show for a self portrait drawing. Page 10. The Justice Department under President Obama defends Bush era secrecy on domestic wiretapping data collection and interrogation records. Page 8A.
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Candidates Introduce Themselves At City Forum
City Commission and Lawrence school board candidates met at a forum ahead of the April 7 general election. Each candidate introduced themselves and outlined positions on local issues, setting the tone for subsequent events during the campaign.
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Gene directed chemotherapy study cited by patient
Claire Weinberg, a breast cancer patient, discusses a study using genome level analysis to guide chemotherapy. The quote reflects excitement about a science fiction like shift in medicine as researchers analyze tumors at the genetic level for treatment decisions.
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Mardi Gras Party Tips From a Cajun Food Fan
A local Cajun cuisine enthusiast shares practical ideas for hosting a Mardi Gras party. The suggestions cover menu ideas, decor, and simple entertainment to capture the festive spirit.
Farmers weigh crop bets as prices swing across year
In Douglas County farmers face changing corn and wheat prospects as fertilizer costs spike then drop. Bernie Faust notes corn once offered rich profits but today growers weigh risks. Kansas farmers shift land from wheat to corn or soy while many delay planting decisions.
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KU cancels Wheat State Tour amid budget concerns
KU ends the Wheat State Whirlwind Tour citing funding gaps after 500 participants across 20 years. The program, financed with 10,000 state dollars and 17,000 from KU Endowment, has faced prior cuts and may return if priorities shift under a new chancellor. Faculty like Don Steeples note saved funds could avert layoffs. James Shortridge recalls cross state lessons and rural insight gained from travels.
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State workers' pay in peril as loan blocked
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius said Republican legislative leaders blocked an inter government loan threatening pay for 42000 state workers and payments to schools Medicaid and tax refunds. The general fund held 10.4 million as payroll processes began for Friday, with Friday pay at risk.
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Calorie trends rise in classic cookbooks study finds
A study in the Annals of Internal Medicine shows portion distortion increasing calories per serving in 70 years of recipes. Joy of Cooking editions from 1936 to 2006 mostly raised calories and portion sizes, with 17 of 18 recipes increasing. The chicken gumbo example rose from 14 servings at 228 calories to 10 servings at 576 calories.
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