Beatles Rock Band crosses generations in gaming release
The Beatles Rock Band may attract baby boomers to video games as older fans consider buying for younger relatives. Experts say the cultural pull could broaden gaming appeal beyond traditional players. Free State High School beat Shawnee Mission East 36 to 3 while Lawrence fell 28 to 7 to Shawnee Mission South. Pelosi says there is little congressional backing for sending more troops to Afghanistan.
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California lawmaker resigns after on tape remarks
A California lawmaker, Mike Duvall, resigned after being caught boasting about sexual conquests in a recording. The incident prompted coverage on Page 2A. Community volunteers also join the Roger Hill Volunteer Center Day of Action, with locals contributing time today and Saturday.
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Health care overhaul gains momentum across Congress
Democratic congressional leaders predicted passage within months despite Republican opposition. The effort stems from President Obama’s speech and renewed lawmaker commitment after a month of constituent meetings. Debate splits on a public option, with liberals in favor and moderates opposed. Republican support would vanish if the bill allows direct government competition with private insurers.
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Obama accepts apology over heckler during speech
President Barack Obama accepted a South Carolina Republican’s apology after a heckler yelled You hel at his address to Congress. Democrats briefly weighed sanctioning Congressman Joe Wilson but chose not to to avoid derailing health care reform talks.
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Volunteers Count Walkers and Cyclists in Lawrence for Transit Data
An army of volunteers mapped pedestrians and bicyclists in Lawrence to create data for a national database. The effort, coordinated by Bart Rudolph, spans 11 sites during two peak periods and a weekend count to support grants for bike lanes, sidewalks, and safety programs.
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Anniversary recalls 9 11 scene from Fort Leavenworth officer
Fort Leavenworth resident Maj. Jon Brierton, a student at the Command and General Staff College, recalls September 11 2001 and his role in the Army Reserve 854th Engineer Battalion. He helped run a 24 hour operations center and coordinated donations for cleanup and support to New York City.
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Surprise graduation honors Tonganoxie student Austin Stone
Austin Stone at Tonganoxie High School received a surprise ceremony as the entire student body gathered Thursday to watch him walk the stage. Stone, blinded and hard of hearing from a medical complication after wisdom tooth surgery, had not graduated with his class in May. His father Lance attended but turned over the diploma, prompting THS to arrange a separate moment for Austin with principal Jamie Carlisle stating the school wanted him to succeed on his own. Stone had recently returned home from Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska.
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