News 2008-04-25 Andanh.com

West Ridge Mall renovations planned Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:24:00 EST
West Ridge Mall opened 20 years ago as the largest regional shopping mall in the Topeka area.

A weekly look at pump pains Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:00 EST
The average price of a gallon of gas in the capital city.

Births Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:25:00 EST
Birth & Women's Center

Pets Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:25:00 EST
The following animals have been brought to the Helping Hands Humane Society, 2625 N.W. Rochester Road. The telephone number is 233-7325.

At Fort Riley, video games simulate combat, save lives Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:24:00 EST
FORT RILEY — A team of advisers listens to instructions about the pending mission, where to go and what to expect winding through Baghdad's streets.

Atheist soldier gains attention Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:24:00 EST
A Fort Riley soldier who has served in Iraq is becoming the national face of one organization's push for religious freedom in the military

Johnson wants to defend himself Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:24:00 EST
The former leader of a Topeka community center told a Shawnee County District Court judge Thursday he wanted to act as his own defense attorney in a case in which he pleaded guilty in February to attempted aggravated robbery and aggravated burglary.

Cheatham trial attorney ordered to give deposition Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:23:00 EST
The Shawnee County District Court judge who sentenced a Topeka man to death for killing a woman ordered the man's trial attorney Thursday to give a deposition about his handling of the case.

Motorcycle accidents have risen with temperatures Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:23:00 EST
Temperatures are on the rise, and so are the number of motorcycle accidents.

Educator heads back to state job Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:23:00 EST
Diane DeBacker is headed back to the Kansas State Department of Education after two years in Shawnee Heights Unified School District 450.

County questions tax break for development Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:00 EST
Shawnee County commissioners questioned Thursday whether a tax break was necessary to ensure development of a residential and commercial complex southeast of Interstate 70 and S.E. Adams.

Sheriff's office plans DUI check lane Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:00 EST
The Shawnee County Sheriff's Office will conduct a DUI check lane from 11 p.m. today until 2 a.m. Saturday.

Home burglarized while occupied Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:00 EST
Police were investigating an aggravated burglary that occurred sometime between 10 p.m. Tuesday and 3:45 a.m. Wednesday in central Topeka.

Man threatened with knife Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:21:00 EST
A 26-year-old man told police an acquaintance threatened him with a knife Wednesday morning in the city's Oakland area.

Man in jail after stabbing Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:00 EST
A 21-year-old Topeka man remained in the Shawnee County Jail on Thursday night in connection with an overnight stabbing in the city's Oakland neighborhood.

Free seedlings offered Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:00 EST
Fidelity Banks will offer free redbud seedling trees to the public today and Saturday while supplies last. There will be a tree planting ceremony at 4 p.m. today at Central Park Community Center, 1534 S.W. Clay.

Fire academy extends registration Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:24:00 EST
Open enrollment is being extended until Tuesday for the Topeka Fire Department's Citizen's Fire Academy 2008.

Briefly Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:25:00 EST
CLUB MEETINGS

Tax holiday — Hardly a break Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:00 EST
Sen. John McCain's call for Congress to legislate a "gas tax holiday" may get a few cheers as he travels along on his presidential campaign.

Seems there's nowhere candidates won't go Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:00 EST
Just when you thought there was no one left to pander to, the three candidates for Leader of the Free World found an untapped demographic: the professional-wrestling audience.

Letter: Adding to the pain Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:00 EST
The Westboro Baptist Church went to haunt the memorial service held for those four teenage girls in Ulysses who tragically died together in a horrific accident.

Letter: If the name fits ... Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:00 EST
In his column, "Civility is noble, but how long will it last?" April 8, Cal Thomas is crying because someone called John McCain a "warmonger."

Letter: Plant your own food Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:00 EST
We all could do something about food prices, just by sharing our land with others so they could plant a garden.

Letter: Path to destruction Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:21:00 EST
Joseph Goebbels said people believe what they hear most often. Unfortunately, he was right. He knew that if people were constantly told we can't have peace without war, they wouldn't even try to find a better way.

Letter: Ease up on signs Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:21:00 EST
The city ordinance regarding garage sale signs should be amended because it limits sales. Simply provide that signs are permissible between Thursday and Sunday. Owners of signs left after the weekend may be fined. The vast majority of signs appear during that four-day period. The reasons to more freely use garage sale signs:

Letter: Real hope for future Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:21:00 EST
Most of us strive for accomplishment in our area of expertise. And after all the hard work, we appreciate recognition.

Sebelius given ultimatum on power plant Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:23:00 EST
Legislative leaders supporting expansion of a coal-fired power plant near Holcomb in southwest Kansas delivered an ultimatum to the governor Thursday — agree to our new offer or face a veto override attempt.

Senator raises possibility of selling historic sites Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:24:00 EST
An ever-tightening state budget picture has some legislators rooting around in the seat cushions, where one of them last month found what he thought was an interesting idea.

How long will home components last? Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:21:00 EST
Just like the human body, your home is made of parts, all working in unison, many unseen and unthought-of during the course of your daily life. From the roof to the foundation, and from the front door to the back, a home consists of literally thousands of components.

Financing options for your new home Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:21:00 EST
Finding the right home can be a difficult decision, one that takes significant reflection and research. What area of town do you want to be in? Is it in the school district you want? What amenities are your "must haves"? Does it have the number of bedrooms you desire? What's the neighborhood like?

Answers to common home buying questions Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:21:00 EST
Q: Shouldn't I wait until home prices go even lower to buy?

The home of the future Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:00 EST
Over the past five decades, new homes have changed dramatically. Small one-story bungalows measuring less than 1,000 square feet with two bedrooms and a single bathroom have given way to two-story homes topping 2,400 square feet and boasting at least three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Along the way, new homes have evolved to levels of comfort and sophistication that were virtually unimaginable even a generation ago.

Creating a home office that works for you Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:00 EST
Janet is pulling on her jacket and grabbing her briefcase and keys in a mad rush for the front door. Jim is letting the dog out, pouring a cup of coffee and heading down a back hallway of his house. Which one is going to work? They both are!

Find your part in the American dream with a new home Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:00 EST
A home is more than just a structure where people take up residency. Owning a home means freedom, financial independence and security. For many, owning a home brings a feeling of success and the knowledge that they've obtained their own bit in the American dream. And of course, a home—according to Dorothy as well as millions of home owners—well, there's no place quite like it.

Sunday stylings: Washburn offers divergent pair of shows Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:23:00 EST
Sunday at Washburn University will be spiced with musical variety.

Scotch-sipping, cigar-smoking comedian back at TPAC Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:23:00 EST
Ron White has a few little vices and one big virtue: He makes people laugh.

This weekend's hottest tickets Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:00 EST
Lions serve Thai travel

Seniors do improv, too Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:00 EST
Topeka Civic Theatre & Academy's other senior troupe, The Senior Class, will present an evening of improvisational comedy at 8 p.m. Saturday in the Oldfather Theatre of TCT, 3028 S.W. 8th.

Vintage radio airs at TCT Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:24:00 EST
Once again, it is time to tune into the golden age of radio when tonight the WTCT Players, a troupe of senior actors at Topeka Civic Theatre & Academy, present three radio theater scripts, complete with music and sound effects.

Entertainment calendar Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:24:00 EST
at the clubs

Adventurer travels Midwest chasing storms Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:00 EST
The first storm Doug Nelson chased was in 1969, right after getting his first car.

Trucks star Darnell itching to move up Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:22:00 EST
KANSAS CITY, Kan. — As a member of the talented Roush Fenway Racing stable of drivers, 25-year-old NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series regular Erik Darnell knows he has to wait his turn behind drivers like Carl Edwards, Matt Kenseth and Greg Biffle.

Cats' Nelson grabs plenty of attention Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:24:00 EST
MANHATTAN — Jordy Nelson admitted it was a surreal experience, sitting in a Washington, D.C., restaurant with Redskins owner Daniel Snyder and a cadre of coaches.

Draft spotlight ready to shine on Talib Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:24:00 EST
Until the NFL draft gets under way, Aqib Talib is going to be answering questions about Jordy Nelson.

Softball results Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:23:00 EST
KANSAS 8-4, WICHITA STATE 0-0

George, RoadRunners rally to edge Ice Dogs Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:25:00 EST
In need of one of the biggest plays of the season, it was the youngest player on the roster who delivered for the Topeka RoadRunners on Thursday night at Landon Arena.

Fantasy Baseball — Move over A-Rod, Crede tops at 3B Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:24:00 EST
Joe Crede isn't even supposed to be with the Chicago White Sox right now.

Volleyball results Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:24:00 EST
City Co-rec

WSU coach accused of stalking Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:23:00 EST
WICHITA — A woman is accusing longtime Wichita State baseball coach Gene Stephenson of stalking her and is seeking a protection order to keep him away from her.

Baseball results Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:24:00 EST
Youth

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