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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 2011
Page
3
A leaking gasoline pipeline in Nairobi exploded turning a slum area into a blazing inferno. At least 75 people died and over 100 were injured as flames spread across shacks within 300 yards. Charred bodies and displaced residents were reported as the toll likely rose.
Anthony Falco Jr., 47, is charged in a two count federal complaint with making false statements to federal agents and attempting to bring items simulating an explosive device through airport security on the tenth anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. His state of mind and medication history are noted by investigators.
Mustafa Abdul-Jalil spoke to thousands in Martyr's Square Tripoli urging a civil democratic state as Gaddafi loyalists struck an oil town in the east killing at least 15 opposition fighters. Loyalists urged to continue the fight from hiding as revolutionary forces consolidate control and move toward a new government in the capital.
The Obama administration moves to create a unified National Alzheimer’s Plan that links research with caregiver support. Mayo Clinic’s Dr. Ronald Petersen leads a committee advising on the plan. About 5.4 million Americans have Alzheimer’s or related dementias, with no cure and rising costs projected to reach $1 trillion by 2050 as baby boomers age.
European astronomers announced the discovery of a second planet in the habitable zone at a conference in Moran Wyoming. About 50 exoplanets were reported, with the standout being the only second confirmed in the Goldilocks zone where liquid water could exist.
Lawrence school board members discussed possible elementary and middle school themed options including dual language immersion and International Baccalaureate programs. They would gather basic information on how programs work, their impact on achievement, and potential costs before deciding on further data collection or public input.
A 9 month old Lawrence boy Nole Outcalt was flown to Children's Mercy Hospital after a three vehicle crash on the South Lawrence Trafficway west of Lawrence. The southbound car driven by his father Seth Outcalt crossed the center line striking two other vehicles. The highway was reopened later Monday afternoon.
Haskell Indian Nations University aims to update its strategic plan with a focus on cooperation and a shared vision. President Chris Redman told over 120 Rotarians at the Holiday Inn Lawrence that consultants will guide stakeholders including the Haskell Board of Regents and American Indian tribes to map accreditation and future directions this fall.
Schools writer Mark Fagan can be reached at 832-7188. Follow him on Twitter at twitter.com/MarkFaganLJW for updates and school news alerts.
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