Planning commissioners asked many questions but opted not to take any final action on proposed wind regulations at 2:37 a.m. Tuesday after hearing from 80 people and one peregrine falcon.
A renewable energy pessimist urged a special legislative committee to build support for changing Kansas law to tip the scale in favor of property owners opposed to development of wind and solar generation projects and electricity transmission lines.
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Members of the Lawrence and Douglas County community are invited to learn about the county’s open space planning progress and share their feedback during an open house this week.
Ken Lassman
This is perfect walking weather not only for humans — dogs love it, too!
Just as trees and other perennial plants go dormant in the winter, maintaining their lives underground until spring, the sphinx moth caterpillar will persist as a pupa underground all winter, emerging as a moth in the spring.
In honor of Indigenous Peoples Day, Lawrence events on Friday and Saturday aim to celebrate Indigenous cultures and identities, specifically related to ecology.
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There’s now a blooming garden at every school site in the Lawrence school district, and students are learning how to grow food inside and outside of classroom settings.
Members of a committee have completed a new draft of wind energy regulations for Lawrence and Douglas County, and now they’re seeking public feedback to help guide further revisions.
Asters such as this silver aster continue to bloom white, lavender and purple as the primary remaining fall flower. The prairie grasses will continue to get richer in color.
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The Kaw Valley Farm Tour this weekend will offer participants a chance to get an up-close look at how local foods, fibers and more are produced.
