http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=960&32=10357&7=-1&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com News stories by the Kennebec Journal - updated every hour en-us MaineToday Media Fri, 30 Jul 2010 04:10:59 GMT 2010-07-30T04:10:59Z en-us MaineToday Media http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99589569&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fviennatowns-history-reenacted-on-stage_2010-07-29.html VIENNA -- Visitors from days of yore will make their annual appearance on the stage of Union Hall this weekend in two vignettes presented by the Vienna Historical Society. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 04:10:59 GMT 529c735eb448c9e50a86c2a43c7b5cc7 BY BETH EVANSCorrespondent 2010-07-30T04:10:59Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99592939&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fsnowe-rips-democratsfor-delaying-lendingplan-for-small-business_2010-07-29.html AUGUSTA -- U.S. Sen. Olympia Snowe blasted Democratic leadership on the Senate floor Thursday, accusing them of delaying a small business lending package just to score political points. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:50:31 GMT 416922fc14dbeb55c0ac5e58dbe3537d BY REBEKAH METZLER 2010-07-30T02:50:31Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99594944&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fsome-questions-for-paul-lepage_2010-07-29.html First, I must say this feels a little weird. With you running as the Republican candidate for governor and all, I figured I'd have ample opportunity between now and November to speak with you by telephone or in person and scope out who you are and where you stand on the important issues facing Maine voters this election. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:48:58 GMT 001b1f4490bbce4e228bb2bed6f4db65 Kennebec Journal Staff 2010-07-30T02:48:58Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99596609&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fselectment-consider-culverts_2010-07-29.html FARMINGDALE -- The town is revising its street-design ordinance, and selectmen say they want to use that opportunity to make residents more responsible for maintaining roadside culverts beneath their driveways. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:46:27 GMT 63bbb4b96bced5918c107300a0fdb590 BY JOYCE GRONDINCorrespondent 2010-07-30T02:46:27Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99588594&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fhallowell-to-hold-quarry-tours_2010-07-29.html HALLOWELL -- Curious what's been lurking down in the depths of the Hallowell quarries the many decades they've been full of water? Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:44:16 GMT 60a34d51b1a4a2b576bb62d315de585d BY KEITH EDWARDS Staff Writer 2010-07-30T02:44:16Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99588634&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Froad-closure-surprises-town_2010-07-29.html RICHMOND -- Town officials were surprised to learn this week that Route 197 -- the heavily traveled main route from Interstate 295 into Richmond -- will be closed for up to five days in mid-August. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:40:44 GMT c62a0651a2124f8a9112b6d2653649b5 BY KEITH EDWARDS Staff Writer 2010-07-30T02:40:44Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99597619&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fsuperstars-visit-seeds-of-peace-camp-in-otisfield_2010-07-29.html OTISFIELD -- Cool sunglasses masking his eyes, microphone in hand, Wil Smith worked his audience, priming them with introductions of the visitors. By the time Smith reached Mia Hamm, his campers at Seeds of Peace were beyond delight. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:38:33 GMT dbc7084d5ed81ad443a3377d0b195501 BY STEVE SOLLOWAY 2010-07-30T02:38:33Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99594919&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fkennebec-county-superior-court_2010-07-29.html AUGUSTA -- A number of people were sentenced Tuesday in separate hearings in Kennebec County Superior Court: Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:27:52 GMT 18d8d27e62ade400ee9b9b619cfdbf20 Kennebec Journal Staff 2010-07-30T02:27:52Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99595849&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fbriefs_2010-07-29.html AUGUSTA -- Gov. John Baldacci has nominated Acting Education Commissioner Angela Faherty to take over as full commissioner of the Maine Department of Education. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:22:37 GMT 4e15a53ed9fb922b2d89ab9a09fd9986 Kennebec Journal Staff 2010-07-30T02:22:37Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99594929&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fsuspicion-turns-to-fuel-system-in-crash_2010-07-29.html Investigators looking for the cause of the July 17 plane crash in South Portland that killed two men are exploring the fuel system as a possible culprit, but they may never know for sure. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:20:33 GMT 969af09e7ef1ac6155a77b493862e11c BY DAVID HENCH Staff Writer 2010-07-30T02:20:33Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99592149&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fjuvenilesserving30-days-in-fire-case_2010-07-29.html AUGUSTA -- Four of five juveniles charged with arson in a fire that leveled an unoccupied Manchester home Feb. 21 are serving 30-day sentences at a youth correctional center in Charleston. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:13:34 GMT 3254c37c8d3c71b6b129b1dc04fca420 BY BETTY ADAMS Staff Writer 2010-07-30T02:13:34Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99592119&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fpolice-log_2010-07-29.html Maine State Police are planning a push to get drivers to move over and slow down when passing stopped emergency vehicles. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:20:05 GMT 9df60b4e6595b81802012acd63ba4374 Kennebec Journal Staff 2010-07-30T00:20:05Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99539719&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FMaine-New-Hampshire-Memorial-Bridge-Debris.html The 80-year-old Memorial Bridge is on New Hampshire's list of bridges that are in line to be repaired or replaced. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:54:30 GMT ee160657961606d6e4ae0a90f6dcdccc Julia McCue 2010-07-29T20:54:30Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99575994&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FLoan-broker-sentenced-in-Maine-to-5-years.html Securities officials say Eric Murphy Jr. took about $450,000 from four investors under false pretenses from 2006 to 2008. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:47:08 GMT 594c4212d9431490dd6150cc1dbf11e6 Rick Wakely 2010-07-29T20:47:08Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99575589&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FMaine-teen-killed-when-bike-struck-by-pickup-truck-.html The boy reportedly was riding with three friends on a side street when he rode onto Route 1 into the path of the truck at about 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:41:31 GMT e35b888548ca664af8c3dc5507b4b85c Rick Wakely 2010-07-29T20:41:31Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99557214&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FObama-says-Maine-trip-was-rose.html Appearing on ABC's "The View" today, Obama talks about his family trip to Maine. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 19:53:49 GMT 93bbe298fc6daabfe81a25bf84c47f50 Rick Wakely 2010-07-29T19:53:49Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99552789&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FInvestigators-describe-fuel-pump-problems-in-South-Portland-plane-crash-.html The National Transportation Safety Board's investigation reveals corrosion in the fuel pump of the Yak-52 that crashed July 17, killing both occupants. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:51:36 GMT c96eb8b597f72ed51c7d72441c3d9c2e Angie Muhs 2010-07-29T18:51:36Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99565689&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FGardiner-Legion-eliminated-from-state-tournament.html Gardiner runs out of pitching and falls 21-3 to Bessey Motors on Thursday morning. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:49:13 GMT 6d138e8f8eb324802898fa224c4c24eb Angie Muhs 2010-07-29T18:49:13Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99547064&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FStuck-Ferris-wheel-in-Maine-prompts-inspection-.html It reportedly took 45 minutes for rescue crews to get everybody off the ride at the Wild Kingdom. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:35:56 GMT 1436ebf48bcf4a9ea38c8baeed8818ba Rick Wakely 2010-07-29T14:35:56Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99516719&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Ftraining-on-the-seas-with-a-team-from-overseas_2010-07-29.html Military personnel from Montenegro run maneuvers with Maine officials in Casco Bay – and say they feel right at home Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:26:56 GMT 29e054fee01b33a08edef717087554d2 2010-07-29T14:26:56Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99546294&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FPolice-urge-drivers-to-move-over.html State Police are planning a push to get drivers to move over and slow down when passing stopped emergency vehicles. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:26:09 GMT d69736e6d7f4cbc8ceb01398ec4c52ee Betty Adams 2010-07-29T14:26:09Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99515164&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fdebit-cards-direct-deposit-to-replace-checks-for-jobless_2010-07-29.html Paper unemployment checks are less secure and more costly, say officials with Maine's labor department. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:24:01 GMT 6f83aa2d0fbde016dcd6dc50662a46ff 2010-07-29T14:24:01Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99543864&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FNegotiations-over-N-Maine-rail-under-way-.html The state plans to buy the tracks and lease them to a rail operator that would keep northern Maine's freight moving. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:45:02 GMT 36f6fc66be9db6a9921b489daadf4e03 Rick Wakely 2010-07-29T13:45:02Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99506634&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fman-pleads-guilty-to-burlarizing-dealership_2010-07-28.html AUGUSTA -- A Waterville man pleaded guilty Tuesday to burglarizing an Augusta auto dealership. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:40:45 GMT 5cd5dc420c98617c7b5bc250e542fa2d BY BETTY ADAMS Staff Writer 2010-07-29T13:40:45Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99541824&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FMaine-brings-on-heat-against-bedbugs-.html State law requires landlords to notify prospective renters if there are bedbugs in nearby units, and banning rentals of infested units. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:13:02 GMT 5b235895049504c4648251e681166045 Julia McCue 2010-07-29T13:13:02Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99539139&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FMainer-gets-3-years-in-baseball-card-scam.html David Anderson, who's 66, was sentenced Tuesday in Washington County Superior Court under an agreement in which he pleaded guilty to theft by deception Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:10:06 GMT 28507db51bcb1dd9829d68c6afb2f621 Julia McCue 2010-07-29T13:10:06Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99512789&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fcutlers-ex-treasurer-falls-under-scrutiny_2010-07-28.html AUGUSTA -- Independent gubernatorial candidate Eliot Cutler's former campaign treasurer, Robert C.S. Monks, made a donation to the campaign that may have violated Maine election law, according to state officials. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:22:43 GMT 2249b1f18ea941ae3b64da8e1c413e65 BY REBEKAH METZLER 2010-07-29T10:22:43Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99506594&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fnortheast-bank-set-for-_16-million-capital-infusion_2010-07-28.html A Lewiston-based bank with offices in Augusta, Livermore Falls, Anson and Jackman is moving ahead with a deal that will attract $16 million in new capital and a set of new, deep-pocketed shareholders. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:16:18 GMT 5fbcb3372a3f581c52c79c4166041c33 BY MATTHEW STONE Staff Writer 2010-07-29T10:16:18Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99513729&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FSnowe-to-support-Kagan.html PORTLAND (AP) — Sen. Olympia Snowe is joining fellow Maine Republican Susan Collins in announcing that she would vote to confirm Elena Kagan as a Supreme Court justice. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:15:01 GMT c4a7d2f2392c1e367f83892385a0490d Tony Ronzio 2010-07-29T10:15:01Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99516639&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FLeaders-seek-to-make-Maine-work.html Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:11:48 GMT 4a84aed9aae4a0cd60be67ff59e99323 Tony Ronzio 2010-07-29T10:11:48Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99508329&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fchina-planning-board-denies-permit-to-machine-shop_2010-07-28.html CHINA -- Planning Board members inspected Dewey "Robbie" Baker's machine shop Tuesday on Industrial Drive, but did not approve a permit for it. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:26:17 GMT 3a4771c3057d6d5ca8ac005f8b6b71d9 BY MARY GROWCorrespondent 2010-07-29T03:26:17Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99509949&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fmainers-in-congress-target-chinese-paper-industry-subsidies_2010-07-28.html More than 100 members of Congress, including Maine Sens. Olympia Snowe and Susan Collins, and Reps. Michael Michaud and Chellie Pingree on Wednesday called on President Barack Obama to investigate Chinese paper-industry subsidies. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:24:12 GMT 1ff1e1cca1491b5da34a2787a46e6da4 BY DOUG HARLOW Staff Writer 2010-07-29T03:24:12Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99516999&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FJudge-blocks-Arizona-immigration-law.html PHOENIX (AP) — A federal judge stepped into the fight over Arizona’s immigration law at the last minute Wednesday, blocking the heart of the measure and defusing a confrontation between police and thousands of activists that had been building for months. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:22:12 GMT 22b7d11b61c1ccd053b6862114ddb068 Tony Ronzio 2010-07-29T03:22:12Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99510659&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Ffugitive-arrested-in-oakland_2010-07-28.html OAKLAND -- A man convicted of attempting to murder his estranged wife 13 years ago was arrested Tuesday at his apartment in town, which was within view of the Oakland Police Department, after disappearing earlier this year while on probation. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:04:24 GMT 8c22bfafa5373713056a004200a1401d BY SCOTT MONROE Staff Writer 2010-07-29T03:04:24Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99510664&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fboard-oks-new-firetruck_2010-07-28.html MONMOUTH -- Selectmen on Wednesday took the final step toward securing a new firetruck for the town. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 02:41:49 GMT cf3d3400d22f2fa25f52124f755072e2 BY CRAIG CROSBY Staff Writer 2010-07-29T02:41:49Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99511474&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fpolice-log_2010-07-28.html GARDINER -- Firefighters brought a small apartment fire under control in about 20 minutes Wednesday morning after a tenant left a box of cat food on an ignited stove burner. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 02:40:16 GMT dfee43c58de8bcc541f15aa96b3b5520 Kennebec Journal Staff 2010-07-29T02:40:16Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99512089&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fjunkyard-owner-quits-fight-against-richmond_2010-07-28.html RICHMOND -- The owner of a U.S. Route 201 junkyard involved in a years-long legal dispute with the town about his license said he has fired his lawyer and that he can't afford to keep fighting legal battles with the town. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 02:39:43 GMT 9f9396758bab4e2caf5946deb4195377 BY KEITH EDWARDS Staff Writer 2010-07-29T02:39:43Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99512784&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Fsnowe-collins-vote-to-stall-debate-on-disclose-act_2010-07-28.html AUGUSTA -- Despite expressing support for similar measures in the past, Maine's two Republican senators voted with their party colleagues to unanimously oppose beginning debate on a campaign finance reform measure that failed to proceed during a Tuesday vote in the U.S. Senate. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 02:37:15 GMT 8df007f40281c538adfd5bd884dd3393 BY REBEKAH METZLER 2010-07-29T02:37:15Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99506599&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2Finmates-lend-a-hand-for-county-workers-family-day_2010-07-28.html AUGUSTA -- The mouth-watering smell of grilling hamburger, Boca burger and chicken surrounded the county building for several hours Wednesday as employees celebrated Family Day. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 02:34:03 GMT cd861d7e789fdf864c3aa4aafb948654 BY BETTY ADAMS Staff Writer 2010-07-29T02:34:03Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99466869&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FPollution-up-last-year-at-Maine-beaches-report-finds.html Eleven percent of beach water samples in Maine last year violated health standards, according to the report. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 21:56:45 GMT 133e8459e5006629af58be16785ee645 Angie Muhs 2010-07-28T21:56:45Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99497084&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FGardiner-Legion-loses-opener-to-Bangor.html Gardiner outhits Bangor, 10-8, but Bangor takes control on day one of the state tournament. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 21:44:41 GMT 289218b0690e82116f3e38e88375ad0d Angie Muhs 2010-07-28T21:44:41Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99469924&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FNavy-to-builld-8-million-Marine-reserve-center.html The new facility enables the Marine company to remain in Maine and will allow it to partner with the Maine Army National Guard for drills. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 21:24:21 GMT cc6bea9777bab94c1fcf1e8e7d7fa6b2 Angie Muhs 2010-07-28T21:24:21Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99491329&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FMaine-judge-says-flight-threat-vet-can-go-home-.html Prosecutors say Derek Stansberry told federal marshals that he had dynamite aboard a Paris-to-Atlanta flight on April 27. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 20:16:42 GMT 9e2ee837d10479bf14ea18fbb1322feb Rick Wakely 2010-07-28T20:16:42Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99488664&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FAugusta-medical-district-expansion-with-medical-marijuana-impact-rescheduled.html AUGUSTA — A proposed zone change which could allow a medical marijuana dispensary to locate at a site in north Augusta did not face the scrutiny of a public hearing Tuesday night. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 19:58:07 GMT ad647db2ae096638ac8dd30a44804607 Betty Adams 2010-07-28T19:58:07Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99484934&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FKennebunkport-native-one-of-50-beatiful-people-on-Capital-Hill.html Jessa Merrill, a Kennebunkport native, is particularly good at spotting Secret Service agents. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 19:54:49 GMT 3bf736d9064d68150915ebed91adb981 Angie Muhs 2010-07-28T19:54:49Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99488324&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FI-295-lane-closure-postponed.html Closure of the lane last weekend during a period of heavy tourist traffic led to long traffic backups, and criticism of the agency's decision. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 19:40:22 GMT 243c75f4857a04ea174d762c4adf52de Rick Wakely 2010-07-28T19:40:22Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99481769&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FIsland-schools-to-study-energy-use.html The Island Institute launches an educational program funded by Time Warner Cable. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 18:14:15 GMT 242e179bb8514c5f1d8df1e513b6487f Angie Muhs 2010-07-28T18:14:15Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99481259&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FJury-gets-case-in-Blagojevich-corruption-trial-.html Blagojevich, 53, has pleaded not guilty to 24 counts, including trying to sell or trade an appointment to Obama's vacated Senate seat for a Cabinet post, private job or campaign cash. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 18:09:33 GMT 0d721b8675c00727c5927aa056143873 Rick Wakely 2010-07-28T18:09:33Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99480534&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FJudge-blocks-parts-of-Arizona-immigration-law-.html The ruling came just as police were making last-minute preparations to begin enforcement of the law and protesters were planning large demonstrations to speak out against the measure. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:56:35 GMT f92bc21423657e8b8df98552858798b6 Rick Wakely 2010-07-28T17:56:35Z http://www.kjonline.com/r?19=961&43=563887&44=99473784&32=10357&7=622157&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kjonline.com%2Fnews%2FCat-food-sparks-fire-in-Gardiner.html Firefighters in Gardiner brought a small apartment fire under control in about 20 minutes Wednesday morning after a tenant left a box of cat food on an ignited stove burner. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:54:57 GMT 2927bd4da25dd4e993cf7828b7aa8ead Betty Adams 2010-07-28T16:54:57Z