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Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health clinic now offering physical exams
Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health is now offering appointments for adult, day care and sports physicals.
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Tornado north of Douglas County was EF1; more stormy weather possible
A tornado that touched down Tuesday night just north of Douglas County was an EF1, according to the National Weather Service in Topeka, and there were no injuries.
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Despite ongoing construction, KU is still set to hold graduation at football stadium
With 11 days until thousands of Jayhawks will celebrate completing their degrees, the KU football stadium shows it’s very much in the midst of construction. But KU is “absolutely” holding commencement there.
Free State High School theatre students nominated for Blue Star Awards
For artistry shown in their fall production, Lawrence theatre students have been nominated in seven Blue Star award categories, including Outstanding Ensemble.
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Pro-Palestine protesters occupy lawn on KU’s campus
More than 100 pro-Palestine protesters gathered outside Fraser Hall for 17-plus hours Wednesday, calling on KU to disclose and divest any financial connections with Israel amid monthslong violence in Gaza that has killed tens of thousands of people.
Lawrence school district sets number of open seats for transfers into the district, lowers classroom ratios
The Lawrence school district will have approximately 100 spots available for students transferring from outside the district, and it will lower its student-to-teacher classroom ratios for the 2024-25 school year.
Tornado warning issued, expired for Douglas County
A tornado warning was issued for Douglas County as a storm passed through the area Tuesday evening.
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East Lawrencian, Air Force veteran kicks off campaign for Kansas House
Brooklynne Mosley, an Air Force veteran and community organizer living in East Lawrence, has kicked off her campaign for Kansas House District 46.
Retired Kansas Supreme Court Justice Fred Six dies at age 95
Retired Kansas Supreme Court Justice Fred Six, 95, of Lawrence, has died. He was honored by the Supreme Court’s chief justice as a “brilliant legal mind” who practiced principled decision-making and “fairness to all.”
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During special meeting, Lawrence school board to consider approving 2024-25 classroom capacities
During a special meeting Tuesday, the Lawrence school board will consider approving classroom ratios and enrollment capacities for the 2024-25 year based on projected enrollment at each school.
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