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Education August 17, 2025 - 1:37 pm

Lawrence runner, 15, completes ultramarathon, encourages others to ‘challenge yourself’

by Maya Hodison

Free State sophomore Moses Minor, 15, recently completed his first ultramarathon. While he accomplishes his running goals, he encourages others to join and stay active to their abilities.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Health July 29, 2025 - 4:40 pm

Just Food is stretched thin addressing food insecurity in Lawrence; new federal law will likely make it worse

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

Impending federal cuts to food assistance under Trump’s recently passed economic bill threaten to stretch the capacities of Just Food, which is already seeing a spike in the number of residents registering for its services.

Health July 16, 2025 - 2:07 pm

Kansas has worst policies in nation for contraceptive access, report finds

by Sherman Smith, Kansas Reflector

Kansas has the nation’s most restrictive policies for accessing contraceptives, resulting in health disparities for low-income and uninsured residents, a new report found.

Health July 12, 2025 - 12:46 pm

LMH Cancer Center to launch with a public open house and tour

by Lawrence Times

The Lawrence community is invited to attend an open house and tour of LMH Health’s expanded and renovated Cancer Center, opening next week.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Crime & Courts July 10, 2025 - 12:47 pm

Local advocacy groups to host event on impacts of anti-transgender legislation

by Lawrence Times

Trans Lawrence Coalition is teaming up with Loud Light and Equality Kansas to host an event exploring the national and local ramifications of anti-transgender legislation and recent court rulings.

Environment July 6, 2025 - 12:15 pm

How to pick the right fixtures and bulbs for wildlife-friendly outdoor lighting at home

by Celia Llopis-Jepsen, Kansas News Service

Well-designed lighting lets people see at night while reducing the negative impacts of artificial light on pollinators and birds. It’s also better for human sleep.

Environment June 27, 2025 - 7:32 pm

Lawrence couple questions Evergy policy after power outage in high heat

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

A Lawrence couple is voicing concerns about what could’ve happened when Evergy unexpectedly cut their electricity for hours on a 90-degree day this week. Long outages without notice could be dangerous for people, pets and food.

Health June 26, 2025 - 10:07 am

‘I would have died without it.’ Kansas teen copes with gender-affirming care ban

by Zane Irwin, Kansas News Service

Kansas’ ban on puberty blockers and hormone therapies for transgender minors takes effect next year. This family is trying to navigate the changes — and give their daughter a normal teen life.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Business June 19, 2025 - 4:23 pm

Chantel White shares the story behind opening her wellness studio in Lawrence

by Jordan Winter

When Chantel White steps onto her yoga mat, she says that all her anxiety disappears. She’s exactly where she needs to be: creating space where people of all backgrounds can feel safe, seen, and restored.

Health June 12, 2025 - 12:13 pm

Douglas County health officials working to make resources accessible after surge in opioid overdoses

by Maya Smith, Kansas Reflector

Public health officials are responding to a spike in opioid overdoses in Douglas County by offering free, lifesaving drugs, including through a vending machine.

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