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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 2007
Page
2
Daylight saving time is observed on the East and West coasts. The only U.S. states not observing DST are Arizona and Hawaii. A number of outlying U.S. territories, such as Guam and Puerto Rico, also do not observe daylight saving time.
Readers are invited to call 832-7297 to leave a Sound Off question. A recording guides listeners to leave their inquiry, offering a channel for civic input or opinions through a recorded message. The notice provides the telephone prompt and the contact method for audience participation.
Robert Riley captures locals at Checkers Foods in Lawrence as they share what they are thankful for. An international student misses family, a designer praises life outlook, and Korvin Lanning mentions a brother returning from Sacramento.
Kansas City AP report details scrutiny of former Sprint Nextel chief Gary Forsee as front-runner for the Missouri system presidency. Faculty question his academic experience while curators and Gov. Blunt staffers note his ties to the state. Forsee chaired Sprint Nextel before resignation amid stock declines and customer losses.
Lawrence residents keep Thanksgiving time for the Turkey Bowl with deep commitment and camaraderie. Founders Lee Ice and Dalke emphasize the event’s family support, long history, and the lessons of loyalty and tradition. New recruits join as younger relatives learn the legacy, while former KU athletes and coaches bolster the roster and the sense of brotherhood. Dalke’s book Life Lessons from the Turkey Bowl in Lawrence explores these themes and how the game mirrors everyday life.
Vicki and Chris keep a gingerbread tradition alive selling houses to Lawrence confectioneries for charitable causes. Becky Price of Douglas County Big Brothers Big Sisters notes the auction raises about $25,000, supporting 25 matching pairs at a cost of roughly $1,000 per sibling pair.
The 13th annual Gingerbread Festival and Auction starts at 7 p.m. December 4 in Eldridge Extended at 201 W. Eighth St with viewing hours November 30 to December 3. Viewing requires a $2 donation. admission to the auction is by invitation, and all proceeds support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Douglas County.
Downtown Lawrence Inc and local groups stage a festive evening on Ninth and Massachusetts streets with a 5:30 p.m. lighting ceremony and 5 p.m. caroling. The Kaw Valley Fire and Drum Corps and 4-H band perform before Santa lands on Weaver's Department Store rooftop and descends with help from the Lawrence Fire and Medical Department.
Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department invites families to Breakfast with Santa from 8 to 11 30 a m December 8 at the Community Building 115 W 11th St. The event offers flapjacks sausage and orange juice plus holiday craft and face painting. Pre registration encouraged. Fees 7 for ages 3 to 12 and 9 for 13 plus. Contact Duane Peterson at 832 7940 for details.
Governor Kathleen Sebelius selected State Rep. Lee Tafanelli of Ozankie for the Kansas Propane Education and Research Council. Sebelius also appointed Larry Black of Meriden, who serves as propane department and operations manager at Capital City Oil Inc. The council focuses on propane safety and efficiency.
Johnson County Judge Peter Ruddick apologized for scheduling Edwin Hall's trial on the one year anniversary of Kelsey Smith's killing in a suburban Kansas City parking lot. The 27 year old faces capital murder rape kidnapping and sodomy charges with prosecutors seeking the death penalty if convicted. next trial date to be set following defense request and ongoing proceedings.
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