KU researchers active in Large Hadron Collider at Geneva
KU professors Michael Murray Stephen Sanders Alice Bean and Phil Baringer lead nuclear and particle physics work on the Large Hadron Collider near Geneva as international scientists complete the first major phase. The 17 mile underground tunnel aims to smash hadrons to reveal matter and universe secrets. A transformer failure halted operations with a two month repair outlook.
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Alice Bean
Phil Baringer
CMS
Richard Gwinflor
Jessica Snyder
Clearwater
Snyder
Douglas County Debates Entrance Installations By Public Works
Douglas County commissioners convene Monday at 8:30 a.m. at the Court House to consider changing how entrances from county roads onto private property are installed. A Public Works proposal would let crews install entrances. owners would otherwise secure permits and meet standards. An executive session with the county counselor on attorney-client matters is planned. no regular meeting is set for Wednesday.
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Walk to Defeat ALS fundraiser at KU October 12
The Keith Worthington Chapter of the ALS Association hosts the 2008 Walk to Defeat ALS on Oct 12 at Kansas University. Registration opens at 1 p.m. with the walk starting at 2 p.m. in front of the Kansas Union main entrance. No fee to participate. donations accepted day of event to fund research and local patient services. Betty Parks: 760-0175 or e mailparks sunflower.com.
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Kansas University
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Health Speech Class For Parkinsons Sufferers
Lawrence Memorial Hospital offers a speech class for Parkinsons patients to improve communication and speech intelligibility. Sessions run 11:03 a.m. to noon on November 19 December 3 December 17 December 31 January 14 and January 28 with a $30 fee. Call 785 505 2886 to enroll.
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Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Gas prices dip to 3.37 at several stations
The Journal World notes gas prices as low as 3.37 at multiple stations and invites readers to call Pump Patrol at 832-7154 if they find a lower price.
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Monarch tagging event draws hundreds at Baker Wetlands
KU ecology professor Chip Taylor led about 500 people in tagging monarch butterflies at the Baker Wetlands. Participants learned to catch butterflies like a praying mantis, apply six character adhesive tags, and record data to track monarchs from Lawrence. The event, part of Taylor's Monarch Watch program, drew strong attendance aided by sunny weather.
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Chip Taylor
Baker Wetlands
Lawrence
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Monarch Watch
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Jayhawk Audubon Society
Take Care Clinic opens inside Lawrence Walgreens
Take Care Health Systems opens its first clinic in Lawrence inside the Sixth Street Walgreens. Nurse practitioners diagnose common illnesses, offer vaccines, physicals, screenings and referrals without appointments. Open seven days a week, the clinic accepts most insurance and serves patients 18 months and older.
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Lawrence
Sixth Street
Kasold Drive
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Kansas
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Hansen
Lawrence Clinic
LMH Health Fair Promotes Portion Control And Free Checkups
Lawrence Memorial Hospital hosted its annual Health Fair with 1209 attendees and over 40 local agencies offering guidance on healthy living. Dietitians Carol Gilmore and Linda Rippetoe demonstrated sensible portions using everyday items and noted that modern portions have grown.
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