Pups go for a dip in the pool at Lawrence’s Pooch Plunge

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As Lawrence’s Outdoor Aquatic Center is closing for the season, pups got to go for a swim Tuesday at the annual Pooch Plunge.

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August Rudisell (he/him) has been a photographer and videographer for The Lawrence Times since March 2021. He is a former dispatcher, he avidly consumes and creates local news, and he would love to meet your dog when out and about at a community event.

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Environment September 14, 2026 – 12:10 am

Kaw Valley Almanac for Sept. 14-20, 2026

by Ken Lassman

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The seasons continue to progress, shown in this photo by scattered showers in the sky and blooming perennial sunflowers. Shortening days trigger endocrine system changes in many species, including migratory patterns, growing winter coats and so on.

Health September 13, 2026 – 6:41 pm

Public health event to continue discussion of racial disparities in Douglas County birth outcomes

by Lawrence Times

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The health department is inviting the Douglas County community to continue an April conversation focused on racial disparities in local birth outcomes.

Education September 12, 2026 – 5:39 pm

Lawrence school board to hold public hearings on budget

by Lawrence Times

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The Lawrence school board on Monday will hold hearings to allow members of the public to comment on the district’s proposed 2026-27 budget that would increase property taxes, despite a slight decrease in the district’s overall tax rate.