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Lawrence news August 5, 2024 - 1:09 pm

Kansas invites voting on five design options for state’s new personalized license plate

by Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector

The design competition for selection of Kansas’ new personalized license plate was narrowed to five options. Kansans can vote on their favorite through 5 p.m. Friday.

Environment August 5, 2024 - 12:02 am

Kaw Valley Almanac for Aug. 5-11, 2024

by Ken Lassman

”One of my favorite memories from childhood is one I can renew almost every year: the Perseid Meteor Shower,” Ken Lassman writes in this week’s Kaw Valley Almanac.

Lawrence news August 4, 2024 - 11:51 pm

McLouth man seriously injured in 4-vehicle crash near Lawrence airport

by Lawrence Times

A McLouth man was taken to the hospital with injuries that first responders believed to be serious Sunday after a crash on U.S. Highway 24 near the Lawrence Regional Airport.

Crime & Courts August 4, 2024 - 6:24 pm

Douglas County district attorney candidates respond to voters’ concerns

by Natasha Torkzaban & Mackenzie Clark

With the primary election days away, we gave each of the three Democrats running for Douglas County district attorney a chance to answer voters’ questions on an ethics complaint, an accusation of prosecutorial misconduct, views on officer conduct and more. 

Mackenzie Clark/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news August 3, 2024 - 4:36 pm

‘Treat people as people’: Lawrence community members suggest solutions to barriers with police

by Mackenzie Clark

Dozens of Lawrence community members gathered Saturday morning to identify solutions to barriers between the community and police. Their comments boiled down to one overarching message: We’re all humans, and we need to treat each other as such.

Education August 2, 2024 - 5:34 pm

Outside candidates for interim Lawrence superintendent role left jobs under clouds

by Maya Hodison

Both outside candidates being considered for the interim Lawrence superintendent left their previous superintendent jobs under some controversy.

Education August 2, 2024 - 4:30 pm

Haskell regents call for more oversight of university following congressional hearing

by Lawrence Times

Members of the Haskell Board of Regents are calling for a full review and a stronger MOU to ensure the board can provide “greater oversight and accountability” after allegations of misconduct at the university were aired during a congressional hearing last week.

Lawrence news August 2, 2024 - 2:07 pm

Advocates create directory of senior resources in Douglas County

by Lawrence Times

Staff members and volunteers for Kansas Advocates for Better Care have created a comprehensive guide tailored to help Douglas County folks ages 60 and up find the resources they need.

August Rudisell/The Lawrence Times
Arts & Events August 2, 2024 - 11:33 am

Lawrence Schools Foundation to hold first Kids Expo

by Lawrence Times

The Lawrence Schools Foundation will soon host a Kids Expo to welcome students and help them get ready for the 2024-25 school year.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news August 1, 2024 - 8:38 pm

Clinton Marina closed because of storm damage

by Lawrence Times

Clinton Marina will be closed until further notice because of significant damage from Wednesday night’s […]

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