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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 2011
Page
3
Muammar Gadhafi, in a telephone message to thousands in Tripoli, warned that Europe would face attacks on homes and offices if NATO airstrikes continue. The ICC suspect told supporters the regime could strike back as protests against him have waned in recent months.
Across the drought stricken South and West, many cities in Texas and beyond cancel Fourth of July fireworks. Governors in New Mexico and officials in Georgia restrict sales and usage. Dozens of communities from Austin to San Antonio suspend traditional shows as wildfires burn vast areas amid severe drought.
Joey Chestnut, four time Nathan’s contest winner from San Jose, says he ingests about 20,000 calories in a single competition meal and follows a strict recovery plan. He notes his doctor approves as long as he recovers, avoids weight gain and diabetes, with a 6'1" frame at 218 pounds. Chestnut set a 2009 world record by downing 68 hot dogs in 10 minutes. last year he won with 54.
Nationwide calls to the 1-800-QUIT-NOW smoking cessation line more than doubled after new graphic warning labels were unveiled to the media. The labels, showing diseased lungs and rotting teeth, replace the old Surgeon General’s text and will appear on packs next year, including the quit line number for assistance.
Hundreds line New Hampshire Street as the Tour of Lawrence showcases national class cycling. Spectators from Des Moines and locals enjoy beer, live music, and games while enduring 100 degree heat. A public address announcer notes the scorching temperature as the event continues downtown.
Keeping Mother Nature in mind when celebrating the Fourth of July isn't as hard as you might think. Here are some easy ways to add some green to your red, white and blue celebrations. One idea suggests bringing reusable dishes from home that can be washed after the event. Megan MacPherson, state green team coordinator with the Kansas Department of Health, advocates packing and washing dishes instead of disposable options.
Lawrence school district plans an in school online curriculum at Free State and Lawrence High to help at risk students finish courses. The program expands the Diploma Completion effort, with 100 licenses costing 70000 dollars to be shared across schools and centers for flexible study 20 hours weekly.
The piece weighs Brownback’s budget pressures and governance choices amid a national debt backdrop. It contrasts state limits with federal ability to borrow, urges balanced spending and tax considerations, and notes calls for leadership on the Board of Regents and campus oversight. The column foresees tough decisions before 2012 elections.
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