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Lawrence to get more fun and games with two new arcades, mini golf
Lawrence folks wondering what to do on a Saturday night will soon have a few more options with two forthcoming arcades and phosphorescent mini golf.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence to get more fun and games with two new arcades, mini golf
Lawrence folks wondering what to do on a Saturday night will soon have a few more options with two forthcoming arcades and phosphorescent mini golf.
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John Brown’s Underground, Saltwell chef named semifinalists for James Beard Awards
John Brown’s Underground was nominated for outstanding bar and Saltwell Farm Kitchen executive chef Rozz Petrozz was nominated for Best Chef: Midwest in this year’s prestigious James Beard Awards.
Cedar and Sage Cafe opening on Haskell’s campus
A new student-run coffee shop and cafe will soon hold a grand opening at Haskell Indian Nations University.
The first EV batteries will come out of De Soto’s massive Panasonic plant this spring
One of the largest economic development projects in Kansas history will start churning out lithium-ion batteries as soon as March, Panasonic announced on Friday.
Lane Rozin/Lawrence Times
Lawrence Restaurant Week features specials from nearly 5 dozen local restaurants
Lawrence Restaurant Week has kicked off, featuring dozens of locally owned restaurants and cafes offering special menu features through Sunday, Jan. 26.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
‘Once in a generation’: Lawrence officials begin prep for World Cup in KC
Thousands of international soccer fans and millions of dollars are expected to descend on Kansas City next year as the city hosts six world cup matches. Lawrence officials and organizations have begun preparing to claim a slice of the pie.
Applications open for 2025 Douglas County Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge; entry is free
A local competition offers a platform for Douglas County youth to pitch their business ideas and earn cash prizes.
Pawsh Wash and Pet Health Market in Lawrence to close after Saturday
Pawsh Wash and Pet Health Market is closing this weekend. Co-owner Amber Nickel said “precious” is the best word to describe 19 years of the business.
Cuyler Dunn/Lawrence Times
Workers at unionized Lawrence Starbucks join national strike
Employees at the 23rd and Ousdahl Starbucks location went on strike Tuesday, pushing the massive fast food corporation for better working conditions and the resolution of unresolved labor complaints.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Community supports local small businesses at Inclusive Winter Market in Lawrence
As part of the Inclusive Winter Market, nearly 100 local artists and small business owners showcased their work Saturday at the Lied Center. It opens for a second day on Sunday.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Two-day Inclusive Winter Market set to feature 100 local vendors
Holiday shopping from around 100 local vendors will be in full swing during the two-day Inclusive Winter Market this weekend in Lawrence.
Lawrence city commissioners accept KU’s application for tax breaks for Gateway District
The Lawrence City Commission on Tuesday took the first step toward considering tax breaks to help KU construct its planned Gateway District near the football stadium.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Berry Global, Lawrence’s largest commercial employer, being acquired by Swiss plastics company for $8B
Berry Global Inc., the plastic packaging company that is Lawrence’s largest commercial employer, is being acquired by a Swiss competitor, Amcor PLC, in a deal worth about $8 billion.
Tyson Foods to close Emporia meat processing plant, 800 workers to lose jobs
Tyson Foods in February will permanently close a meat plant in Emporia employing more than 800 people.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence holiday markets: Where to shop for gifts that support local makers
Here are almost 20 Lawrence-area opportunities to shop local and support artists, farmers and small businesses this holiday season, starting with this weekend.
Chloe Anderson/Lawrence Times
Last Lawrence Farmers’ Market of the season coming up; save the date for Holiday Market
The Lawrence Farmers’ Market’s regular season is winding to a close, but the annual Holiday Market will be coming up in mid-December.
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