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THE UNIVERSITY OF DAILY KANSAN
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2009
— Luke Skywalker,
"Star Wars: A New Hope"
FACT OF THE DAY
Three total characters in the original "Star Wars" saga have had "a bad feeling about this": C-3PO, Princess Leia and Han Solo.
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BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Argentine lawmakers pushed, punched and threw chairs at each other during a raucous session to choose the president of a northern province's lower house
2. Ex attacks groom during wedding ceremony in Peru
At least 10 legislators were slightly injured during the chaotic scuffle in Chaoc, 620 miles north of the capital, Buenos Aires.
One moment, the 27-year-old Peruvian was sitting happily in a large wedding hall with 17 other couples, declaring his love for his
LIMA, Peru — Edwin Ortiz was just about to utter "I do," but the mother of his two children and her relatives had a different message: "Oh, no you dont."
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1. Ten injured in scuffle in Argentinian legislature
The next, two female relatives of his ex-partner burst into the room, rushed up to Ortiz and began pounding on his head and back while screaming at him. The burly women eventually shoved him and his mother outside into a parking lot, where the ex-partner joined in, Miraflores spokesman Julio Hincho said Wednesday.
wife-to-be to TV cameramen in the southern town of Miraflores.
TIRANA, Albania — Albania says it has agreed to accept more former Guantanamo detainees, but not members of China's ethnic Uighur Muslim minority.
3. Albania won't accept Uighur Gitmo detainees
Prime Minister Sali Berisha announced the decision following talks in Tirana on Wednesday with U.S. special envoy for Guantanamo Daniel Fried.
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NATIONAL 4. Tunnel found running from Tiiuana to San Diego
SAN DIEGO — The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration says Mexican authorities discovered an incomplete tunnel that extends into San Diego and is equipped with a lift system, ventilation and lighting.
The DEA said Wednesday that the tunnel runs nearly 1,000 feet from its entry in Tijuana, Mexico, including 860 feet into the United States. There is no exit on the U.S. side.
5. Google unveils new tool to track climate change
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Google Inc. is launching a new feature to let California see the results of climate change.
Google unveiled the new interactive tool in San Francisco on Wednesday as part of a climate
change press conference by Gov. Arnold Schwarzeneger.
INDIAN HILL, Ohio — Police in Ohio said a man was so angry that a park revoked his privileges that he destroyed the park gate with an assault rifle and an ax. Police said 23-year-old Michael Rosenbaum, of Cincinnati, was arrested Tuesday on charges of vandalism and possession of criminal tools.
Internet users can view interactive maps showing things as the shrinking snow pack along the Sierra Nevada and how a rise in sea level could submerge parts of San Francisco.
6. Man destroys park gate with ax and assault rifle
Police said Rosenbaum lost his privileges after ignoring warnings to stop setting fires to keep warm while fishing.
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KUlure:
The Granada
BY COURTNEY BULLIS
cbullis@kansan
Ryan Waggoner/KANSAN
With many available venues, the Lawrence music scene is thriving. Places such as the Bottleneck, the Replay Lounge and Liberty Hall all contribute to the music scene but none have a storied history as long as the Granada.
The Granada. 1020 Massachusetts St. is the oldest music venue in Lawrence but has not always been a music hot spot. In 1934, the Granada opened as a silent movie theater, which continued until the late 80s and then reopened in 1935 as a dance club.
"We host so many different genres of music and really have the ability to speak to all different segments of the community."
Logan said.
With three full-service bars and a 600-person occupancy, the Granada is able to hold large concerts with popular artists. Past artists include Kid Rock, Tech N9ne, Ben Folds, Weezer, Eve 6, John Mayer and The Smashing Pumpkins.
The Granada, 1020 Massachusetts St., is one of the most prominent music venues in Lawrence. In the past, the Granada has been a movie theater and dance club. Now, it plays host to music artists such as Ben Folds and Tech N9ne and the improv comedy group "Those People."
It wasn't until 2001 that owner Mike Logan took over and turned the Granada into the live music venue it is today.
Compared with other music venues in Lawrence, the Granada has more than just history to it.
"We have done everything from spoken word poets to political events to Rock Band nights to Bluegrass jams to Jayhawk basketball viewing parties." Logan
"The Granada has a very wide stage and great sight line with multiple levels to catch a view." Logan said. "We have a great PA that bands seem to like and really stomps in the room."
Throughout the years, the Granada has held more than music events.
said. "For the past few months, the Granada has played host to the local improv group 'Those People.'"
The versatility of the Granada can be accredited to its longstanding history with local and national artists.
"The venue has established great relationships with bands, agents and promoters over the years and is a well-recognized, mid-size venue on the national act touring circuit," Logan said.
Group member Tosin Morohunfola said the group started performing at the Granada because the venue can accommodate a lot of people and the group can perform as late as it wants.
For more information or to purchase tickets for live shows, box office hours are Monday through Friday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
The size and large stage at the venue accommodates everything from bands to philanthropic events and starting in 2010, wedding receptions.
Edited by Alicia Banister
ON CAMPUS
The "Kansas Union Art Fundraiser; Ceramics, Metals, and Textiles" will begin at 10 a.m. in the lobby in the Kansas Union.
Tea Time will begin at 3 p.m. in the lobby in the Kansas Union.
Marietta police Capt. Jeff Waite said the jug is probably an antique. He said authorities would be more than happy for the jug's donor to come forward and claim it.
The Gerontology Faculty Colloquium will begin at 4 p.m. in Room 2094 in the Dole Human Development Center.
MARIETTA, Ohio — Police said whoever donated a water jug to a charity in southeast Ohio probably didn't mean to be so generous. The jug, left by an anonymous donor, contained about $1,500 worth of marijuana.
The Environmental Studies Winter Potluck & Honors Presentations will begin at 5 p.m. in 256 Snow Hall.
The KUPG/KU Percussion Group concert will begin at 8 p.m. in Swarthout Recital Hall in Murphy Hall.
"District 9" will begin at 8 p.m. in Woodruff Auditorium in the Kansas Union.
ON THE RECORD
About 4 p.m. Tuesday near Lewis Hall, someone reported criminal damage and the theft of a bicycle, at a loss of $500.
About 4:30 p.m. Tuesday near the Daisy Hill Residence Halls, someone reported criminal damage to three vehicles, at a loss of $1,200.
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