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Education February 7, 2026 - 1:40 pm

Waldorf-inspired high school to open this August in Lawrence, starting with one class

by Maya Hodison

A new Waldorf-inspired high school will open in August, starting with one class of freshmen that will be taught at the Lawrence Arts Center.

Education January 27, 2026 - 10:21 pm

Lawrence school board approves tax incentive for downtown development, defers approval of calendars

by Maya Hodison

The Lawrence school board on Tuesday agreed to a tax incentive for developments at the former Reuter buildings and deferred a vote on the district’s 2026-28 calendars to look into adding a paid holiday.

Education January 23, 2026 - 1:30 pm

Lawrence school board to consider tax incentive for downtown development, approving 2026-28 calendars

by Maya Hodison

The Lawrence school board on Tuesday will consider approving a tax incentive for developments at the former Reuter buildings, multiyear district calendars for 2026-27 and 2027-28, and a 4.5% increase to preschool tuition.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Education January 22, 2026 - 7:48 pm

New nontraditional Lawrence high school will offer flexible schedules; small staff will instruct

by Maya Hodison

Choice Campus at Centennial will open in August with one main goal: getting Lawrence high schoolers to graduate, one way or another.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Business January 19, 2026 - 5:50 pm

New Lawrence birthing center, nearing completion, aims to offer personalized care

by Maya Hodison

A new birthing center in Lawrence will combine two midwifery practices under one roof to offer holistic care to locals wanting a natural birth.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education January 15, 2026 - 4:33 pm

KU research advances functional fitness to help people with mobility limitations build strength

by Maya Hodison

KU researchers are partnering with a Lawrence gym to advance functional fitness, helping people with mobility limitations in their day-to-day lives.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education January 12, 2026 - 9:07 pm

Lawrence school board hires consultant for enrollment projections, online map

by Maya Hodison

The Lawrence school board on Monday approved a contract with a familiar consulting firm to complete enrollment projections and launch an updated online map for the district.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education January 12, 2026 - 7:08 pm

New and reelected Lawrence school board members sworn in

by Maya Hodison

The newly elected and reelected Lawrence school board members took their oaths on Monday to serve Lawrence Public Schools.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Education January 10, 2026 - 2:02 pm

Lawrence school board to consider hiring consultants for enrollment projections, online map

by Maya Hodison

The Lawrence school board on Monday will consider contracting with a consulting firm to complete enrollment projections and launch an online map for the district. Four board members will also begin their new terms.

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Education January 7, 2026 - 3:17 pm

Former Lawrence substitute teacher, basketball coach and community mentor dies at 79

by Maya Hodison

Craig Butler was known for far more than the bass heard in the words he spoke. He also helped many Lawrence youths find their own voices.

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