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SM North Class of 2012 graduation Mill Valley softball wins 5A regional title Beauty and the Best Shawnee snapshots: May and June 2012 Shawnee Farmers' Market opens 2012 North Relays Girls soccer: Mill Valley 10, Basehor-Linwood 0 St. James Academy at the 2012 Butch Foster Memorial Classic
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How do you feel about President Obama's declaration of support for gay marriage?

Response Percent
What is he thinking? Marriage should only be between a man and a woman
 
 66%
Hallelujah! Finally we have a president who believes human rights should include gay rights
 
 22%
I’m undecided about the gay marriage issue
 
 11%
Total 9
Note: This is not a scientific poll. Vote
Videos
Art show gives students self-esteem boost
By Caroline Boyer
May 16, 2012
While his learning disability can make school difficult at times, 11-year-old Jonathan Jackson said one thing he always enjoys is his art class.
A step back in time: Bonner business creates WWI ‘toy’
By Caroline Boyer
May 16, 2012
At first glance, it might look like Bonner Springs resident Steve Allen gets to play with toys all day.
Photos and video: SM North Class of 2012 graduation
Graduates encouraged to embrace change
By Melissa Treolo
May 16, 2012
Shawnee Mission North High School seniors were given an arsenal of advice Tuesday prior to receiving their high school diplomas — both from a former SM North student and from a current classmate.
Food: Steamed hake packs in the flavor
Alison Ladman/Associated Press Writer
May 16, 2012
Admittedly, steamed fish doesn’t exactly scream mouthwatering. But what it lacks in excitement it more than makes up for in health cred.
Seniors citizens luncheon to include flag program
By Staff Report
May 15, 2012
Members of Fort Leavenworth Chapter 154 of the National Sojourners will present a program on “Building the Flag” during the Monday, June 11, meeting of The Ambassadors, a senior citizens group.
The next chapter
Area graduates put focus on future
By Melissa Treolo
12:27 p.m., May 15, 2012 Updated 12:00 a.m.
Area high school seniors participating in graduations this week are closing one chapter of their lives and preparing to embark on the next — whatever that will be.
State tennis: SMN’s Smith fourth, SMNW pulls off upsets, SJA doubles place 12th
By Staff Report
12:10 p.m., May 15, 2012 Updated 12:00 a.m.
In Wichita, Shawnee Mission North senior Keenan Smith appeared to be cruising toward a state singles title. But when he began to coast, his path became less steady.
Five questions: Window watch
12:04 p.m., May 15, 2012 Updated 12:00 a.m.
When the weather gets warm, open windows can be a cost-effective way to keep cool. But they can also be a safety hazard for children, who may fall through. Safe Kids Kansas offers ways to let the fresh air in while keeping your children safe.
Beal: Visit from feathered friends like hummingbirds creates enjoyable pastime
By John Beal
May 15, 2012
I saw my first hummingbird of the season last week.
Council rolls through agenda like a speeding Abrams tank
By Rob Roberts
May 15, 2012
The Shawnee City Council covered a lot of ground Monday evening — almost as quickly as did an Abrams tank that barreled past City Hall two days earlier.
#ShawneeSports regional golf roundup: SMNW, MVHS, SJA send golfers to state
By Staff Report
May 15, 2012
Shawnee Mission Northwest finished just five shots out of second place, but its 305-shot showing at the 6A regional golf tournament at the Eagle Bend Golf Course in Lawrence on Monday was enough to qualify the entire Cougars team for state.
Mill Valley baseball and softball teams win regional titles within earshot of one another
By Stephen Montemayor
11:47 p.m., May 14, 2012 Updated 12:00 a.m.
As the sun slunk down in western Shawnee on Monday, 3&2 Baseball became an amphitheater of joyous shrieks and expended flashbulbs. Within moments of one another, against the same school, Mill Valley’s baseball and softball teams became regional champions.
Commissioner Allen files for re-election
By Staff Report
01:00 p.m., May 14, 2012 Updated 12:00 a.m.
Johnson County Commissioner Jim Allen filed May 14 for re-election to his District 2 seat.
Undermanned Sporting KC loses third straight
By Staff Report
May 14, 2012
Sporting Kansas City will play once more on the road, against the 5-5 Colorado Rapids at 8 p.m. on Saturday, before returning to Livestrong Sporting Park on May 27 against the San Jose Earthquakes.
A fork in the crumbling road
Budget discussion focuses on declining street maintenance
By Rob Roberts
10:35 a.m., May 14, 2012 Updated 11:48 a.m.
Street maintenance in Shawnee has hit a rough patch.
High school rec basketball league deadline approaching
By Staff Report
May 14, 2012
The registration deadline for men and women high school summer rec basketball leagues is approaching.
Shawnee Mission Park Lake May 12 fishing report
By Staff Report
May 14, 2012
Anglers had the most success with catfish over the weekend.
SMNW breaks 36-year-old record, SMN posts individual wins at Sunflower League meet
By Ryan McCarthy
09:47 a.m., May 14, 2012 Updated 12:00 a.m.
The highlight of the night for the Cougars was the 1,600-meter sprint medley team of Jackson Barbour, Luke Schnefke, Blake Evans and David Fancher breaking the 36-year-old school record in the event with a time of 3:33.18.
Area lacrosse camp to be directed by pro player
By Staff Report
May 13, 2012
A lacrosse camp to be held this summer in Overland Park will feature direction by Kyle Harrison, one of the sport’s top professional players.
Museum honors volunteers at heart of its growth
By Staff Report
May 13, 2012
The Shawnee Town 1929 museum recognized some local volunteers for their role in the museum’s growth and expansion during an April recognition event themed “Volunteers: A Work of Heart.”

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