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ADDS: NEBRASKA-BLACKSHIRTS, NEBRASKA-GLENN SUSPENDED
PARENTING-TEEN STRESS
NEW YORK—When parents started abandoning teenagers under Nebraska’s safe haven law, it was unclear whether the law had gone awfully wrong, or terribly right. Parents like Patricia Lorenz understand how hard it can be to raise a teen. “They fray the apron strings by being obnoxious little twerps,” she said. “But that’s their job. I don’t ever remember wishing I could drop them off somewhere.” By Leanne Italie.
AP Photos NYLS401-403.
FOX VISIT
OMAHA—Former Mexican President Vicente Fox said Tuesday the United States should explore ways to expand the North American Free Trade Agreement if it wants to strengthen its economy. Fox, who served as president from 2000 to 2006, disputed claims that the trade deal involving Canada, America and Mexico has cost U.S. jobs. By Jean Ortiz.
AP Photos AH102-104.
BUSINESS:
ETHANOL’S COUSIN
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.—Ethanol might reign as the king of biofuels, but several companies are betting that a close cousin may overcome some of its shortcomings. Butanol has traditionally been used as paint thinner, cleaner and adhesive, but as a fuel additive it contains more energy than ethanol and could be blended into existing cars at higher percentages. By Business Writer Dirk Lammers.
OF MUTUAL INTEREST
NEW YORK—It’s easy to talk about investing with a long-term focus when markets are rising but much harder to keep looking ahead when Wall Street is treacherous. Omaha, Neb.-based online brokerage TD Ameritrade found in a survey last month that 63 percent of Americans have stopped making contributions to their retirement plans. Dumping stocks and rolling money into cash or bonds might feel good—even wise—but those who are years away from needing their savings should consider the ramifications of their moves. By Business Writer Tim Paradis.
ALSO:
— PARKER HANNIFIN LAYOFFS—Parker Hannifin Corp. has laid off 52 employees at its McCook, Neb., industrial rubber hose plant because demand for its products are down.
— GROCER FINED—The U.S. Department of Labor fined a grocer in Wymore, Neb., nearly $13,000 for violating youth employment rules. Eds: Also moving on state news lines.
SPORTS:
NEBRASKA-BLACKSHIRTS
LINCOLN—Nebraska’s defense is back in black. Eleven players have been awarded the coveted black practice jerseys that over the years have come to symbolize defensive excellence at Nebraska. By Sports Writer Eric Olson.
NEBRASKA-GLENN SUSPENDED
LINCOLN—Nebraska linebacker Cody Glenn has been suspended indefinitely from the team for violating team rules. Nebraska coach Bo Pelini said he would have no further comment on the matter. He walked past reporters without speaking after practice Tuesday, and defensive coordinator Carl Pelini declined to answer questions. By Sports Writer Eric Olson.
NEBRASKA-SUH
LINCOLN—When Ndamukong Suh lines up at fullback for Nebraska, things are just “Ducky” for the offense. Suh has emerged as one of the Big 12’s dominant defensive linemen this season. But it was his touchdown reception in last week’s win over Kansas that has earned the 6-foot-4, 300-pound junior nicknamed “Ducky” his celebrity. By Sports Writer Eric Olson.
AP Photo AH101.
With:
— NEBRASKA TRAINER
ALSO:
— DEER SEASON—Nebraska Game and Parks officials predict hunters will have a good chance to take trophy whitetail or mule deer bucks this year.
— FBC–NEBRASKA PREP PLAYOFFS-AT A GLANCE
— FBH–ALL-STATE BALLOT—The ballot for The Associated Press All-State Football Team.
— VOL–ALL-STATE BALLOT—The ballot for The Associated Press All-State Volleyball Team.
ALSO GETTING ATTENTION:
— MISSING FAMILY-SENTENCE—A Norfolk woman who had sex with a teenage boy has been sentenced to 18 to 26 months in prison for child abuse.
— BUSH DECORATES NEBRASKAN—A Nebraska native who was severely wounded in Afghanistan has been decorated with a Purple Heart by President Bush.
— HALL COUNTY JAIL—The federal Americans With Disabilities Act will likely keep Hall County officials from carrying out recommendations for the county jail.
The AP, Omaha.
