Kaw Valley Almanac for Nov. 9-15, 2026
Many plants count on animals to plant the next generation by making edible seeds that help animals survive. You, too, can collect acorns for growing oaks.
Kaw Valley Almanac for Nov. 2-8, 2026
Fall prairie colors are beginning to mute. Trees are either losing leaves, turning colors or staying green, confused by the extended fall, dry weather.
The ‘black gold’ rush is coming to Lawrence with a new curbside composting option for food scraps
Lawrence residents and businesses will have a new curbside compost option through Compost Collective KC that accepts food scraps like meat, bones and dairy.
Lawrence sustainability board lands on priorities to advance during city strategic planning
After considering community input, Lawrence’s sustainability board finalized the environmental goals they will advance with the city commission in hopes that they’ll be embedded in the city’s 2030 strategic plan.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
KU and Haskell to host symposium looking at tribal sovereignty, climate change
The KU School of Law is joining a research hub based at Haskell for a joint symposium examining tribal sovereignty and the effects of climate change on children’s health.
Kaw Valley Almanac for Oct. 26 – Nov. 1, 2026
Wild prairie rose rosehips are easy to spot. They can be collected and mixed with hibiscus flowers to make a tea that’s high in vitamin C and antioxidants. Rosehips soften and sweeten after a frost.
Wulfe Wulfemeyer/Lawrence Times
Midco Prairie is opening in downtown Lawrence; here’s how to be a good steward
The Midco Prairie in downtown Lawrence bloomed with people during a celebration before the space opens to the public Thursday. Stewards have tips for early visitors on this tender ground.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Learn about small, portable solar energy systems at upcoming Lawrence event
People interested in clean, alternative energy solutions can learn more about portable solar systems from members of the Kansas Sierra Club Chapter and a KU professor emerita.
Brandon Colbert / Contributed photo
MacArthur Fellow says climate research project is infused with Haskell’s purpose
As Haskell researchers and collaborators wrap up a $20 million federal grant, a Lawrence instructor and Colorado MacArthur Fellow reflect on how they’re working with Indigenous knowledge-holders to address climate change.
Kaw Valley Almanac for Oct. 19-25, 2026
Look carefully: This is one very long monarch caterpillar. Once hatched, the monarch caterpillar goes through five stages of growth, and this one is clearly in its final stage.
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