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Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education May 14, 2025 - 2:51 pm

Peers, educators support students of all abilities in Lawrence school district’s adaptive triathlon

by Tricia Masenthin

A vibe of camaraderie and encouragement filled Lawrence High School’s athletic facilities Wednesday morning at the annual Pat Grzenda Adaptive Triathlon.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Health May 5, 2025 - 9:57 am

Community encouraged to unite in fight against cancer at ‘Don’t Stop Believing in a Cure’ event

by Tricia Masenthin

Douglas County organizers are celebrating 40 years of Relay for Life’s impact on cancer research and inviting community members to join them in a party reminiscent of 1985.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events May 1, 2025 - 6:27 pm

Monarch Watch’s annual spring plant fundraiser is live; free open house to follow

by Tricia Masenthin

Thousands of pollinator-friendly plants are available for purchase during Monarch Watch’s annual online sale and spring open house.

(Contributed)
Arts & Events April 25, 2025 - 2:40 pm

Youth-led inclusive period pantry to host block party in Lawrence amid leadership shift

by Tricia Masenthin

As the founders of Honor Moon’s period pantry and nonprofit foundation make their transition from high school to college, they’re teaming up with incoming leaders for a community event.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education April 16, 2025 - 12:24 pm

60 Minutes to feature local scientists, Monarch Watch

by Tricia Masenthin

Monarch Watch and local conservationists are scheduled to appear on 60 Minutes on Sunday evening, giving a national audience the chance to witness contributions Chip Taylor and other scientists have made to the study of the butterflies.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence news April 14, 2025 - 3:43 pm

Summer job turns into a 55-year career for Lawrence retiree

by Tricia Masenthin

Janice White grew up alongside Visiting Nurses Association, where she started her career at 16. She’s now retired after 55 years there.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence news April 2, 2025 - 4:11 pm

Avalon Wellness & Recovery to host open house at 60-bed detox and treatment center

by Tricia Masenthin

Community members will have an opportunity Thursday to tour a new Lawrence residential treatment facility before it opens its doors to clients seeking recovery from substance use disorders.

Tricia Masenthin/Lawrence Times
Business April 1, 2025 - 4:16 pm

Labor board denies union election for O’Connell Children’s Shelter residential staff

by Tricia Masenthin

Citing “overt supervisory taint,” the National Labor Relations Board has sided with executives and dismissed O’Connell Children’s Shelter employees’ petition to unionize.

August Rudisell / Lawrence Times
Health March 27, 2025 - 10:42 pm

Experts highlight stats, violence prevention efforts at Public Health After Dark event

by Tricia Masenthin

When it comes to preventing violence in Douglas County, experts told a crowd of about 50 people on Thursday it takes a comprehensive community approach, and those efforts need to focus on youth as early as possible.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence Life March 7, 2025 - 2:44 pm

LINK’s lease has skyrocketed and expired, but it isn’t leaving, board president says

by Tricia Masenthin

Lawrence Interdenominational Nutrition Kitchen continues to serve free meals four times a week, but it’s facing a 286% cost increase to continue using space in the basement of First Christian Church.

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