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Lawrence Life January 12, 2024 - 6:00 pm

How to help people experiencing homelessness in Lawrence during the extreme cold

by Maya Hodison

From grassroots organizations to the Lawrence Community Shelter, there are numerous ways to support those who need help as the area sees dangerously cold temperatures in the coming days.

Lawrence news January 11, 2024 - 4:51 pm

Wind chills well below 0 forecast for Lawrence this weekend; city preparing

by Maya Hodison

Emergency personnel encourage Lawrence community members to prepare for the bitter cold coming this weekend.

Lawrence news January 10, 2024 - 6:44 pm

Douglas County renews Smart911 contract; service gives dispatch crucial info in emergencies

by Mackenzie Clark

A service that gives Douglas County first responders extra information to better help people in emergencies will be available for at least five more years under a renewed contract.

Tricia Masenthin/Lawrence Times
Health January 10, 2024 - 4:27 pm

Applications open for Treatment and Recovery Center advisory group

by Lawrence Times

Douglas County and Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center are seeking applicants for an advisory group that will be asked to point out issues and pose solutions to improve care at the Treatment and Recovery Center.

Lawrence Life January 9, 2024 - 11:07 am

Where are the snow plows? City of Lawrence’s online map will show you

by Lawrence Times

The worst of the winter storm has passed through Lawrence, but the area is likely to see rain and snow again later this week — this time accompanied by bitter cold temperatures. How to know when the roads are clear?

Education December 28, 2023 - 3:02 pm

New city bus routes may change how some Lawrence students get to school

by Maya Hodison

City bus route changes that will go into effect in the new year will disrupt some Lawrence school district students’ rides to school.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence news December 15, 2023 - 4:30 pm

Advocates for stray dog decry gaps in Lawrence’s animal control services

by Tricia Masenthin

Shebah captured advocates’ hearts as she made her way to Lawrence Humane Society, and hopefully, toward a better life.

Health December 13, 2023 - 4:31 pm

Cover Kansas navigators to offer help signing up for health insurance marketplace

by Lawrence Times

Navigators with Cover Kansas will be available in the Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health lobby Thursday to help people sign up for coverage through the federal Health Insurance Marketplace.

Lawrence news December 5, 2023 - 5:31 pm

New Lawrence bus routes to go into effect in January; Sunday rides to be available on demand

by Maya Hodison

The new year will bring in new Lawrence bus routes — and features, including on-demand ride options on Sundays.

Health November 28, 2023 - 7:02 pm

Bert Nash, O’Connell Children’s Shelter teaming up to offer new supports for young people in Douglas County

by Mackenzie Clark

Two Douglas County nonprofits have announced a partnership aimed at improving mental health care for children, young people and their families.

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